I’ve known Nicki for a number of years. Her life reflects what Eugene Peterson has called: “a long obedience in the same direction”. She is a passionate follower of Jesus who longs to see people know the Messiah.  I am impressed by the breadth and depth of her biblical knowledge. I had the privilege of joining a day-long teaching session she did on the Jewish feasts which highlighted how they find their fulfillment in Jesus. Nicki is a strong communicator and you won’t regret inviting her to speak.

We’ve supported Nicki’s ministry for several years, and it’s a joy to recommend her to others.  If you’re looking for someone who loves Jesus, loves the Word, has God’s heart for Israel, and has a desire to share all of those things, then you’ve found what you’re looking for! Her whole life is a testimony to her passion and surrender to Jesus, and she loves people incredibly well in His name.  Her ministry is a gift to all who have a chance to cross her path.

I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Nicki in a variety of ways over the 2 years we both lived in Kaikōura.  I appreciated Nicki’s heart for unity in the Christian body and her willingness to work and foster this over the Christian community and denominations. She was ready in volunteering and being prepared to pioneer or develop a ministry. She willingly shared her talents and abilities and helped our church with a variety of things spanning kids ministry, preaching, leading and many other things. I really appreciated her initiative in developing both contemplative prayer and corporate prayer.

It was inevitable to meet this vibrant, energizing young lady, because she quickly became involved in every Christian endeavour. 

She wisely chose not to join just one Christian church, but to enjoy and share her energies and faith with each of us, Anglican, Presbyterian, Shalom Vineyard, and New Life Pentecostal. The Churches quickly recognized her Godly outlook, speaking abilities and fascination/knowledge with things of Israel. 

We began to ask her to Preach, to Teach and to then run a Seminar on her knowledge of the Torah, the Feasts, and the Old Testament applied to today. We enjoyed multiple Passover meals and Lectures. 

We met the students from the YWAM college and enjoyed their joining churches to lead worship, to teach, to give their personal testimonies.

Nicki also helped us with the 5years to 12 years Childrens after school programme run by the Presbyterian Church. The children LOVED her, with her enthusiasm and energy. She had the ability to simplify the Bible to their level.

I would be so happy to learn that Nicki’s talents, her abilities and her gifting are being put to use for churches and organizations in her new adventures, on the Coast and wherever she travels.

We will truly miss her, but the Combined Churches open sharing and praying, which Nicki helped to birth, will continue forever.

I had the absolute privilege of knowing Nicki for the 5 years she called Kaikōura home; 2 of those years she lived in my home. I saw firsthand the heart behind all she puts her hand to.  Whether it was organizing another YWAM Outreach team or getting ready for the Saturday market, preparing for Passover or writing sermons, Nicki gave her best. I am constantly in awe of Nicki’s ability to engage in such meaningful conversations with the many Israeli’s that were hosted in my home while we lived together. Her heart for Israel is so evident, what a gift to have been able to glean so much of her about the Jewish faith and customs. Nicki has a real gift at communicating, oraganising and has a real servant heart. Kaikōura’s loss is definitely Punakaiki’s gain.