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Esterman Ministries International

Leading People to Christ.
Raising Up and Equipping Ministries.
Planting Authentic Church Communities.

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Vince and Denise Esterman

Drawing on five decades of church planting and evangelistic ministry in Australia, France and many overseas countries, Vince and Denise Esterman offer clear, Bible-based teaching and practical evangelism training to help you follow Christ and build authentic, healthy church communities.

How can Esterman Ministries serve you?

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Biblical Teaching for Real Life

Clear, Bible-based teaching to help you understand God’s Word and apply it with confidence.

Whether you are new to faith or seeking deeper foundations, these resources are designed to strengthen your walk with Christ.

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Children & Family Ministry Coaching

Strengthening smaller churches to nurture children and families well.

Through coaching, training, and practical guidance, Denise helps leaders embrace the advantages of smaller churches and build inter-generational, family-centred ministries.

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Evangelism Training for a Secular World

Practical, proven training to help you share Christ with clarity and confidence.

Whether you are an individual believer or part of a ministry team, you will find tools to help you engage thoughtfully and faithfully.

Vince training group of young adults in Norway
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Church Planting and Ministry Development

On-the-ground wisdom for building healthy, authentic church communities.

If you are sensing a call to ministry or seeking to strengthen the church you serve, you will find biblically grounded and field-tested guidance here.

Vince and Denise Esterman

Meet Vince & Denise…

Married in Brisbane in 1979, we began a ministry journey that has now spanned nearly five decades. From our early years in Queensland to 34 years of church planting and evangelistic ministry in France, God has consistently called us to build authentic, outward-focused churches in secular contexts.

In 2020, we returned to Australia believing that our church-planting years were behind us. Yet the Lord had other plans. Before long, we were once again involved in planting and pastoring a new church community in the northern suburbs of Brisbane. Alongside this local ministry, we continue to teach, mentor, and equip leaders and churches more broadly.

We invite you to discover more about our ministry experience and connect with us.

Discover our Story!

OUR CHURCH

Brisbane Northside Church

A vibrant, growing church community reaching out to the northern suburbs of Brisbane.

Brisbane Northside Church is a young church with a simple and outward-focused approach. We value Spirit-led worship, clear and faithful teaching of God’s Word, and genuine fellowship together, often continuing over Sunday lunch.

We are deeply committed to reaching our local community with the Gospel and creating a church environment where visitors feel welcomed and at ease. Many who come are exploring faith, returning after time away, or looking for a church family where they can belong and grow.

Brisbane Northside Church is part of the Crosslink Christian Network, a movement of churches across Australia and beyond.

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  • Families participating in multi-cultural church service.
  • Brisbane Northside Church - Sunday service
  • Warm indoor gathering with family enjoying a meal together, showcasing joy and togetherness.

Join us on Sunday

WE MEET EVERY SUNDAY AT 10.00 AM

Wavell Heights Community Hall (lower level)
76 Cressey Street
Wavell Heights QLD 4012

We look forward to meeting you!

  • Inauguration CVC Evry
  • Vince and Denise Esterman behind Ipswich City plaque at Catalyst Church
  • Vince and Denise with Trevor and Sylvia Chandler in Paris
  • Vince at Place de l'Horloge Nîmes
  • Sketchboard Jussieu Uni Paris
  • Summer Ministry Training Group Paris
  • Denise teaching children Evry
  • Vince ordains pastors at UAPM Conference
  • EMA Pastors Conference Lille
  • Vince witnessing to young people in Reunion Island
  • BNC Peter preaching
  • Vince and Denise last service in Reunion

A Lifetime of Gospel Ministry

For nearly five decades, Vince and Denise have served in pastoral ministry, evangelism, and church planting across different cultures and contexts.

What began in Queensland in the late 1970s led to 34 years of ministry in France and continues today in Brisbane’s northern suburbs.

Throughout the years, their desire has remained constant: to see people come to Christ, churches established on strong biblical foundations, and leaders raised up for long-term ministry.

By God’s grace, that calling has borne lasting fruit.

Ministry Impact

  • 50 years in pastoral and evangelistic ministry
  • 34 years serving God in France
  • More than 30 churches planted across cultures
  • Ministry experience in three cultural contexts
  • Decades of training emerging leaders and church planters

While contexts have changed, the message and mission remain the same.

Testimonials

  • BIBLICAL TEACHING

    “In my opinion, Pastor Vince Esterman has a unique gift from God to expound and explain truth from Bible passages in a way that is easy to understand and practical. There is always something fresh and new.  I thoroughly enjoy listening to him and always come away uplifted and encouraged with a fresh understanding of a passage of Scripture. I highly recommend his teaching to anyone who wants a renewed and fresh understanding of the Word of God.”
    Marie Cartledge
    Brisbane Northside Church, Qld
  • CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY COACHING

    “During her time in France, Denise Esterman made a lasting impact on the lives of parents and teachers of children. I have known Denise for several decades and we have collaborated on numerous teacher training projects, as well as organizing different events for children. Denise is passionate about motivating, encouraging and inspiring children’s ministries, whether they be parents or Kids’ Church teachers.”
    Wendy Hanna
    Director, Equiper les Ministères Enfants, France
  • EVANGELISM TRAINING

    “Vince Esterman has, more than any evangelist, pastor or missionary I have met, been able to clearly explain and model how to reach modern secular people with the Gospel. He also shows a way to disciple them in a local church environment. And he is still doing the soul winning! It gives credibility, trust and integrity to his ministry.”
    Terje Tonås Konradsen
    Senior Leader, YWAM Europe, Norway
  • CHURCH PLANTING & MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT

    “Vince Esterman planted Christian Life Centre Ipswich with a dream to see the local church fulfil God’s eternal purpose. It thrived to become a church of many hundreds. More than four decades later, it is still alive and well. His passion for church planting has resulted in many successful churches flourishing around the world.”
    Pastor Phillip Mutzelburg
    Catalyst Church, Ipswich, Qld

Brisbane Northside Church

OUR ADDRESS​

Wavell Heights Community Hall (lower level)
76 Cressey Street
Wavell Heights QLD 4012

EMAIL US​

Contact Pastor Vince:
info​@estermanministries.com

CHURCH SERVICE ​

Every Sunday at 10 a.m.