Bio: Lauren started volunteering with OAC Ministries in 2006, sparking an ongoing passion for sharing the good news in good ways. Lauren is a primary and secondary teacher-turned ministry worker. She loves coming alongside young people and introducing them to Jesus. Then begins the exciting journey of figuring out together what it means to live lives transformed by Jesus!

As well as being an Evangelist with OAC Ministries since January 2024, As well as being an Evangelist with OAC Ministries since January 2024, Lauren is the youth worker at her church, studying at Melbourne School of Theology and involved in teaching and tutoring students across a variety of ages. She enjoys playing netball and can often be found having a chat with a friend or family member over a cup of tea. Lauren is married to the wonderful Ben Palmer and together they enjoy hosting, discussing theology and having a good chuckle.