St. John the Evangelist

People

A church is foremost a group of people. This page introduces you to some of the people at St. John's. If you would like to speak to any of us for any reason, please contact us.

We also have four Readers.

Clergy

The clergy have the prime responsibility for the spiritual life of the Church.

Rector: Rev'd Paul Roberts	Curate: Rev'd Linda Fletcher	Hon. Assistant Curate: Rev'd Sue Thomas	Hon. Curate: Rev'd Gill Gregson	Hon. Curate: Rev'd Dr Simon Stocks
An accomplished musician, Paul has been Rector of St John's since 2003. Also a keen gardener, he has patiently improved the Rectory garden where he is often reminded of the church: "Feed it, weed it, prune it, and it will grow and be productive." His dream for the church is: "on earth, as it is in heaven."	After completing her studies at Trinity College, Bristol, Linda joined the Parish in June 2009 and was ordained Priest in July 2010. She is looking forward to lots of learning, serving and fellowship at St John's. Linda is particularly interested in faith in the workplace, parenting and green theology.	Sue was ordained in October 2011 and joined us as an Hon. Assistant Curate working on Thursdays and Sundays. She continues working part-time in a school teaching swimming. Prior to family life, Sue worked for many years as an Administrator at Marks & Spencer's head office. She enjoys playing the piano, visiting places of interest, and garden design. Sue enjoys discovering a diversity of prayer and exploring the work of the Holy Spirit.	Gill was already a long-standing member of the congregation before being ordained in 1998. With a career in social services, she is particularly aware of the needs of the frail and vulnerable in our community. Gill retired as our Non Stipendiary Minister in September 2008 and took her last Service as a regular member of staff in August 2010 but continues to work in and with St. John's.	Simon has been at St. John's since 2004. After a full-time curacy, he is now non-stipendiary and works as Tutor for Biblical Studies at SEITE, training candidates for ministry in the Anglican, Methodist and Lutheran churches. His ongoing role in the parish includes running the Dads Together group.

Pastoral Workers

Jo Udell

Jo and Valerie are our pastoral workers, providing individual support and assistance. They co-ordinate the work of a number of other people providing such support, including those visiting the sick and the bereaved and welcoming newcomers.

Valerie Price

Churchwardens

The churchwardens are the key people responsible for all practical aspects of church life: buildings finance etc.

Carole Caddick	Richard Pearce-Higginson
Carole is married to David and has 3 daughters and 5 wonderful grandchildren. She is a retired teacher with additional qualifications to teach children with special learning difficulties. Carole is delighted to continue in the role of churchwarden.	Richard has been Churchwarden since April 2007. He works in government.

Parish Office

Wendy Burton

Wendy works in the church office on weekday mornings. She also runs the monthly Pram service and is involved in baptism preparation.