About NEON
NEON is the Staff Worship Team for the Canada and Bermuda Territory of the Salvation Army. We are committed to supporting the Corps, Churches and Ministry centres across our territory. Whether through providing music for corporate worship, assisting and training worship leaders or writing, publishing and recording new expressions of Salvation Army worship, NEON is committed to helping others connect with God.
Meet the Team
SIMON GOUGH
Originally from Sydney Australia, but now from Mississauga Community Church in Toronto. I have been in NEON since 2016 when the group first started. I joined because I am passionate about sharing the love of God and giving people a chance to encounter God through music. I am still in the group because God has given me gifts that I need to use for His glory and I am still excited to see congregations worshiping together.
VICTORIA EVANS
I am from Guelph, Ontario. I joined NEON in 2018. I joined NEON because I love to praise God through music. It is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other people over the mutual love of Jesus, and to learn more about music along the way.
CARTER JONES
I am from Guelph, Ontario and attend Guelph Citadel. I first played with NEON in the summer of 2023 and joined the group full time in the following fall. I love being a part of this group because it gives a chance for me to grow my skills as a worship leader so I can be equipped to pass it on to others and share my love for Christ with them.
EMAJEAN HOBBIN
I am from Mississauga and I’ve grown up at Mississauga Community Church. This is my first year in NEON and I joined simply because I love to worship and experience the Lord through music!
JASON WILSON
I am from Richmond Hill (RHCC). I just recently joined NEON a few months ago. I joined because I love Jesus, music, and being able to help facilitate connection points with GOD through worship.
JACOB GOWER
I am from London, Ontario and I attend London Citadel. I joined NEON in the fall of 2024. I wanted to be a part of NEON because I am passionate about providing an avenue for people to authentically worship the Lord. Being able to support the music through production and social media, I try to make sure the sound of worship is heard. I love the exciting opportunities to share my faith in Christ with others, and NEON has already been an amazing vessel to do so.
MYLES WASHINGTON-PURSER
I am from Hamilton, Ontario and I attend Mountain Citadel church. I joined Neon in October of 2019. I joined because being able to worship through percussion is a spiritual and cultural connection for me with my African and Indigenous ancestry.
CAPTAIN SHAWNA GOULDING
I am currently the territorial youth secretary for the Canada and Bermuda Territory and was appointed as the executive officer for NEON in the fall of 2024. It is a pleasure to worship and partner with this group as they come alongside various ministries across our territory, bringing the bright light of God's love into a dark world.