Sinner Saint Servant
The memoir of Troy White, as told to writer, Clare Bruce
Stories told with honesty, heart and a little colour
Clare Bruce is an author, editor, digital creator and former journalist based between Armidale and the Hawkesbury, who loves making books come to life.
NEW RELEASE · AVAILABLE JULY 2026
Sinner Saint Servant
by Troy White, with Clare Bruce
This book is the memoir of a high-voltage, high-calibre former Defence padre, Troy White. With raw honesty and laugh-out-loud storytelling, Troy tells of his life as a NSW policeman; a prosecutor; a pastor; and an Air Force chaplain — and the secret struggle with alcohol and mental illness that almost cost him his life. It's a rivetting and uplifting story of struggle, addiction, recovery and faith — with many hilarious, outlandish adventures along the way.
About the Book
This compelling memoir is the true story of a high-voltage, high-calibre former Australian Air Force padre, Troy White. With raw honesty and a knack for laugh-out-loud storytelling, Troy tells of his life and career in the NSW police force, in police prosecution, in Christian church ministry, and as a chaplain in the Defence Force. He shares courageously about the secret struggle with alcoholism and mental health challenges that brought him crashing down to earth, almost at the cost of his life. This is a weighty, rivetting and uplifting story of struggle, addiction, recovery and faith — with an uncommonly high frequency of hilarious, "I can't believe this happened" adventures along the way.
About the Authors
Troy White was in the NSW Police Force from the mid-90s to early 2000s; a pastor from 2006 to 2013; and an ADF chaplain from 2013 to 2022 including Middle East deployment. He now resides in sunny Queensland where the beach is never far away.
Clare Bruce is a writer, editor, digital creator and former journalist. As well as crafting books she is studying psychology and working at UNE in Armidale. This book is her debut work as a ghostwriter; she has also contributed to several other memoirs.
Please note: This book is print only - will not be available in e-book or audio
W H A T ‘ S O N
Launches & events
You are invited to the launch of the memoir Sinner Saint Servant, with Clare Bruce giving an author Q&A in person, and Troy White jumping in via Zoom to share a few words and read some fun stories from the book. Join us in either Armidale or Richmond.
Hawkesbury - Book Launch + Q&A
Saturday, July 25, 5pm - The Book Attic, Richmond
Armidale - Book Launch + Q&A
Wednesday, August 5, 6pm – BooBooks in the Mall
A portfolio of stories Clare has helped bring to life
Alongside her own writing, Clare works as an editor, co-author and project manager, helping others tell their stories with the same care and craft she brings to her own work.
Pink Boots in Black Puddles
Editor · 2022
By Lila White; edited by Clare Bruce
A memoir of survival, courage and resilience - Lila's story of navigating life's hardest puddles in her pink boots, with her faith lighting the way. Available on Booktopia and Amazon.
New Haven Farm Home
Editor, Project Manager & Creative Director · 2021
A photographic history celebrating six decades of New Haven Farm Home's dedicated service to adults with a disability in the Hawkesbury region. A beautiful project, diligently crafted.
60th Anniversary
Flame of Leviticus
Editor, Co-Author & Creative Director · 2013
By Sonja Howard and Clare Bruce
The remarkable true story of Albert Kurt Lance - a young Jewish man who made a daring escape from the Nazis and went on to pioneer alpine skiing in Australia.
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