Our deeply loved colleague Rob Wayne died suddenly in March. The Christchurch Transitional Cathedral was packed for Rob’s memorial service. Rob was a disproportionate blessing to all who knew him. His decades of compassionate work at Christian World Service to improve the quality of life of many of the world’s poorest people sets a high standard for the continuation of the CWS mission. Rob is now, and will always be, deeply missed as the following tributes reveal:

Social Empowerment Education Programme, Fiji:

“Rob was such a wonderful person. I am picturing his smiling face right now, his questions, his quick response that was well thought through and careful, his patience. What a loss.”

Tonga Community Development Trust:

“Rob’s contribution, commitment, and service will be remembered with great respect and appreciation. His work has left a meaningful and lasting impact, and his presence will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of working alongside him.”

Movement for Land and Agricultural Reform, Sri Lanka:

“We remember Rob with deep respect and gratitude a person who genuinely cared for people across world. His kindness, commitment, and humanity will be remembered with appreciation.”

Centre of Community Solidarity, Uganda:

“Rob Wayne was a remarkable person, He had special love, concern and care to vulnerable children in Isingiro struggling to access safe water and gain opportunities for education and health that has brought light and hope too so many. His impact on our community will never be forgotten I will never forget Rob’s kindness & dedication. I am heartbroken for his loss.”

Community World Service, Asia:

“Rob was committed, caring & hardworking

team member. Rob understood the pain of communities in distress and always went out of his way to help and serve.”

Mission for Sustainable Advancement, South Sudan:

“My heart is broken! OMG! I am in total shock on seeing this message. What a dark moment for us. Rob, your memories, the times we had in Kampala in 2016 your smiles to me a few weeks ago through video breaks my heart so deeply.”

May all who grieve his passing know the comfort of the Holy Spirit – Christ in us, our hope.

 

 

 

 

 

 

June 2026