Leadership team

Gareth

Pastor/Elder

Hi, I'm Gareth, and my role is to lead the team here at Hope Church.

I particularly enjoy chatting to people of all ages and backgrounds about Jesus and the difference he makes to our lives. 

I'm married to Ali, and we have two growing young children who keep us busy. We've recently returned to the UK after 12 years in New Zealand.

I've spent a lot of my years working with young people and university students which I reckon keeps me young! When I'm not working I enjoy getting out on my bike and climbing mountains, preferably with someone else if I can persuade them to tag along! 

James

Elder

Hi, I’m James and I serve as an elder here at Hope Church.

I grew up in a Christian family and came to know Christ at the age of 16. I enjoy serving in the church by leading Sunday set up and running the sound system.

I have been married to my lovely wife Lily since 2016 and we have three daughters who keep us on our toes.

I run a small construction company with my brother during the week and when I am not working or serving in the church I enjoy spending time with family, cooking, going out for walks and pottering around the garden.

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