Church life is something we build together. Week by week, so much of what happens here is made possible by the generosity, care, and dedication of our wonderful volunteers.

It wouldn’t be possible to list everyone who plays a part, but below you’ll find a few friendly faces you can look out for when you visit. They’re here to welcome you, support you, and help make this place feel like home.

Meet our Team

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    Vacancy

    Priest-in-Charge

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    Rev Craig Bain

    Curate on Placement

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    Heather Thompson

    Churchwarden / PCC

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    Vanessa Rose

    Safeguarding Officer / PCC

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    Dawn Sawyer

    Diocesan Synod Rep / PCC

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    Wendy Thorne

    Deanery Synod Rep / PCC

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    Denise Collinson

    Deanery Synod Rep / PCC
    Community Chat Café

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    Ann Morland

    Lay Pastoral Assistant

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    Bob Rogers

    Lay Pastoral Assistant

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    Teresa Powell

    Lay Pastoral Assistant / PCC

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    Val Hillier

    Lay Pastoral Assistant

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    Pippa Smith

    Lay Pastoral Assistant

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    Rev Liz Gifford

    St John’s MU Lead

Our Parochial Church Council (PCC) is a dedicated group of people who help guide the life, ministry, and practical running of the church. They work alongside the clergy and wardens to make decisions about worship, mission, safeguarding, finances, and the care of our buildings. Their role is both spiritual and practical: praying for the parish, listening to the community, and helping to steward our resources wisely. Below you’ll find the names of those currently serving—faithful people who give their time and energy to help our church flourish.

Dawn Sawyer

Denise Collinson

Wendy Thorne

Julie Vine

Edward Beazley

Brenda Bridges

Vanessa Rose

Chris Solman

Teresa Powell

Heather Thompson

Donna Oaten

Sheila Whitehead

Carole Price

Anne Coates