Shiloh has a fifty-year history of being a place where people of all different walks of life and cultures have found community and belonging.  With people experiencing empowerment, radical transformation and deep connections. 

We are stepping into a time of active transition, evolving and connecting the old with the new.  The initial focus is the launch of our accessible counselling services.

The dream and vision for Shiloh continues to develop holistically, informed by the people and community.   We will endeavour to harness the potential of this space and broaden what we offer through Shiloh, weaving together our five strands.

COMMUNITY

CREATIVITY

WELLBEING

EDUCATION

SOCIAL JUSTICE

• We are community centred, inclusive and welcoming.
• We prioritise intentionality, transparency and open communication.
• We strive to cultivate a space that is empathetic, safe and creative.
• We are a progressive faith-based organisation that is affirming of diverse perspectives and experiences.
• We uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi and seek to continuously listen and learn.

Sarah Jacobson

Community Manager & Counsellor

Sarah has had a long and rich history with Shiloh. It has been her playground as a child, her faith community and her work place as an ECE teacher. Sarah has worked with children with additional needs, and has had extensive experience supporting woman and teenage girls both in Aotearoa and overseas. Sarah is married to John and has three young adult children.  Now as a qualified counsellor, and trustee Sarah loves being part of a community of diversity. Her desire is to see Shiloh become a place where people can experience acceptance, empowerment and flourishing, an oasis in difficult times. As well as her counselling role, Sarah is our Community Manager, the connecter and communicator regarding the practical day to day running of Shiloh.

John Jacobson

General Manager

John is passionate about social justice and inclusion, these passions underpin and inform his roles as general manager and trustee for Shiloh. John has his own business, and has degrees in both IT and theology. He is married to Sarah and is originally from Melbourne. John has responsibility for the financial management of Shiloh and its future sustainability.

Hiro Ford

Trustee

Hiro continues Shilohs strong connection with the Cook Island community from Shiloh’s earliest beginnings. Hiro in his role of trustee is committed to the legacy of Shiloh thriving into the future. Hiro is an invaluable support as a volunteer to the day to day running of Shiloh.