AT ST THOMAS'

MTS (Ministry Training Strategy) seeks to multiply gospel workers through ministry apprenticeships. MTS exists to help local churches and ministries identify and train gifted individuals before helping them to decide on the next step in their ministry.

Current MTS Apprentice

It’s with great joy that we announce Cameron Howells as a ministry trainee for 2026-27. We are eager for what God has in store for Cameron over the next few years and are excited to help train him for gospel work.

We would love for you to prayerfully consider partnering with Cameron in this gospel ministry.

In Matthew 9:37-38, Jesus says to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.”

Previous MTS Trainees

Nic Doherty

2024

Nick Ward

2021-2022

Matt Collins

2021

Callum Morris

2020

How to Support

We have a St Thomas’ MTS Fund that goes towards raising up future trainees.

All donations are TAX-DEDUCTIBLE. Donations can be made via your credit card or direct debit. There are no surcharges applied by MTS on donations made by credit card. Donations can also be made anonymously. Note: for 2026 all donations to this fund will be used to support Cameron.

Peter Procopio

Peter Procopio is an experienced Civil Engineer and Construction Leader with over 30 years in the building and construction industry. Since graduating from the University of New South Wales in 1991, he has built a strong reputation delivering complex, large-scale projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure and mixed-use developments.

Peter’s career is grounded in hands-on project and construction management, with extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams and overseeing projects from early feasibility through to completion. He has held senior roles with leading organisations including John Holland, Paynter Dixon, TOGA, and Leighton Contractors, as well as operating his own development company. Peter currently holds the position of General Manager – Property Development at Anglicare.

Most recently, Peter has been involved in a range of residential development projects across Sydney, working both client-side and contractor-side. His project experience includes major developments such as the Sydney Metro Waterloo Integrated Station Development, large-scale residential apartment projects, and high-profile mixed-use precincts.

Peter brings deep expertise in construction methodology, stakeholder management, design coordination, and commercial delivery. He is known for his ability to manage complex interfaces, navigate challenging project conditions, and deliver outcomes aligned with both commercial and client objectives.

Throughout his career, Peter has demonstrated strong leadership, clear communication, and a practical, solutions-focused approach. He is passionate about continuing to contribute to high-quality projects and working collaboratively with established teams to deliver successful outcomes.

Ben Radloff

Ben joined the team in 2026 and serves as the Minister for the 5pm Congregation. He studied Chemistry and High School education at UNSW before undertaking MTS with Campus Bible Study and has recently graduated from Moore Theological College with a Bachelor of Divinity in 2025. He is passionate about training up the next generation of disciples for Sydney and beyond. Ben, with his wife Bec, enjoy just about any genre of music, good food, and camping in God’s beautiful creation.