Our CLERGY Team
THE VENERABLE STEVEN SCHWARZROCK - Rector
Steven has been the Rector at St Clement’s since November 2023. In addition to his Parish duties Steven is the Archdeacon of Lilley.
Steven grew up in Rockhampton where he was ordained over 20 years ago and served in several parishes in Central Queensland, as well as serving in some chaplaincy roles, including Hospital Chaplaincy in Rockhampton and with Mission to Seafarers in Gladstone.
Steven’s vision for the church is that it be a space for open minds, open hearts, and open doors; for the church to be a place where we are known for our authenticity, our hopefulness and our joy.
THE REVEREND LEE GAULD - Assisting Priest
I am a non-stipended (unpaid) priest. I have enjoyed being a part-time member of the clergy team at St Clement's since 2001. In that time I have been involved in working with children, baptism preparation, leading faith exploration groups such as EfM and Catechumenate, visiting parishioners at home and in hospital as well as leading services and preaching. In 2011, I graduated from the Spiritual Direction Formation Course run by the MEC. I find the ministry of companioning people on their spiritual journeys to be deeply rewarding. I am a mother of 3 and grandmother of 6. I enjoy spending time with my grandchildren, with my dog, Theo, and reading.
THE REVEREND LEISHA RULE - Deacon
I have worshipped with my husband and family at St Clement's on the Hill at Stafford for over 50 years. During that time I have grown to love and be loved by the people of the parish. There have been many roles for me over the years, but the pastoral care of parishioners has been a passion for me. For many years I have been involved with breast cancer support groups for women in the community, and for the past twenty years have coordinated a Cancer Support Group at Stafford. This group is for people with all forms of cancer and their families. In my quieter times, I enjoy reading and cross-stitch as well as sharing time with my grandchildren and great-grandchildren.