About Us
Our Heart & Mission
“Planting a church is the most rewarding thing we can think of. Leaving a legacy that leads people to Christ, brings families together, inspiring people to take up the cause of Christ is our greatest desire.” Mark and Lina Cavallaro
We believe the gospel is best demonstrated when we “lift those sitting in the dust to stand up tall.”
Global Frontiers ministry extends beyond the pulpit to embrace those facing poverty, disability challenges, domestic violence, and life crises.
When people experience Christ’s tangible love through practical support in their darkest moments, hearts are opened to the transformative power of the gospel.
Church planting healthy churches remains our consuming passion, authentic churches embody Christ’s heart for “the least of these”
What We Do
“Lifting those sitting in the dust to stand up tall” – This phrase from our mission statement drives everything we do in community support.
We provide help to those in need, regardless of age, race, religion, or political beliefs:
- Poverty & Crisis Relief: We support individuals and families facing financial hardship, suffering, and distress.
- Disability Support: Training and equipping people with disabilities with dignity and purpose
- Personal Empowerment: Coaching individuals to overcome obstacles.
- Community Building: Creating supportive communities for those in crisis
- Domestic Violence Support: Providing counseling, support groups, practical assistance to offer healing and hope
- Overseas Aid: Extending help internationally.
- Church Planting & Leadership Development – Building Communities of Hope
Specialised Services
Play Pictures Program:
Leading innovative disability support through the Play Pictures program, Mark and Lina’s son John Cavallaro mentors people with disabilities in screen media, technology, and the arts in partnership with Gold Coast Recreation and Sport.
This creative empowerment program demonstrates how every person has unique gifts and potential to contribute meaningfully to their community.
Play Pictures Accessible Screen Media
Lina’s Leadership Focus:
Mentored by Pastor Delma Geary (one of Australia’s first ordained women pastors), Lina trains the next generation of women leaders.
She has written 3 study books translated into Russian, compiled a 12-month distance education course for women, and created a 9-week finishing school called “Boys N’ Girls” for high school students.
Domestic Violence Support:
Providing counselling, support groups, practical assistance, and referrals to specialised services for victims of domestic violence
Overseas Aid:
Delivering international humanitarian assistance either directly or through partnerships with other organisations
Singleton Christian Family
Their first church plant in a coal mining town grew from scratch to 360 members in just 8 years, becoming the fastest growing country church in NSW.
The church established a primary school one of the leading schools in Australia Australian Christian School Singleton on 13 acres and helping many drug addicts and counter culture young people lives transformed.
Albany Hills Christian Church (Brisbane)
Founded in 1993, this church grew to 600 members within 5 years, complete with 7 acres of land, a new building completed in 2000, and the “Café Connections” coffee shop featuring Gloria Jeans coffee.
Now Emerge Church a multicampus site it continues to thrive on the Northside of Brisbane.
Shirelive Bayside (Sydney)
Pioneered a satellite church with Shirelive Bayside , now Horzion church , seeing growth to an average of 90 people in 18 months.
Ministry Impact
12 church plants overseen with 2 major building programs completed on or under budget
ACTS INC
Co-founded this charity in 1997 (Australian Care & Trauma Services) with 9 branches, providing recovery programs for sexually abused women, youth services, refugee assistance, and unemployment support
Global reach
Speaking engagements across India, Ukraine, Poland, Malaysia, and Italy
Leadership development
Extensive mentoring network extending to Jervis Bay, Helensburgh, Thirroul, Batemans Bay, and interstate locations
Our Partnerships
We actively collaborate with:
Other Christian churches and associations to more effectively fulfill our mission
The Australian Christian Churches as a cooperative member
Various organisations non for profits like Gold Coast Recreation and Sport to deliver comprehensive services and expand our reach
As a registered charity, we are committed to transparency, accountability, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, both locally and internationally.