+ leadership
At Grace Church we believe in “every member ministry”, as each person is able to contribute and has the vital task of ministering to and building others up, as we understand passages such as Ephesians 4v11-16. However, within this framework we have a number of people who are set aside for particular areas of service:
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Dan Steel Dan is married to Zoe and they have three children: Ellie, Barney and Joshua. Zoe also serves as a deacon in the Church. Dan Studied at Oak Hill Theological College before joining the pastoral team at the church. Zoe works part-time as a GP. Dan works in a full time capacity for the church. |
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Andy Weatherley Andy is married to Jo and they have a baby daughter, Ffion. Jo also serves as a deacon. Andy is working part-time for the church and also commuting each week to study at Oak Hill Theological College. Andy was previously a UCCF Staffworker for the Midlands area, helping to support Christian students. |
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Simon Robinson Simon is married to Esther. Esther also serves as a deacon. Simon and Esther are responsible for Music within the church. Simon works as a solicitor in Solihull. |
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Graham Jackson Graham is married to Jenny. Jenny also serves as a deacon. Graham and Jenny are responsible for Youth and Kids ministry within the church. Graham works as a Geography teacher. |
Deacons at Grace Church are those who have both the character and gifting to serve and help lead the church in particular ministries as set out in 1 Timothy 3: “In the same way, deacons are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain. They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience. They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.”
At Grace church our deacons are:
John Walley: Books and resources
Chris Hodgson: Treasurer
Zoe Steel:
Jo Weatherley:
Esther Robinson: Music.
Jenny Jackson: Youth and kids ministry.
+ mission partners
Grace Church supports a number of mission partners here in the UK and abroad.
The Cunningtons
Ralph Cunnington, a former deacon of Grace Church, is currently studying at WEST (Wales Evangelical School of Theology) in Bridgend, South Wales. He is married to Anna and they have two young children, Sophie and Zachary. Ralph is intending to become a church pastor following his theological training.
Visit the Cunnington's webpage.
The Summerfields
Mike Summerfield was a former elder at Grace Church. The family left the UK in late 2009 to return to their homeland, New Zealand. Mike is currently studying Theology at Laidlaw College in Auckland and hopes to be involved in church leadership in New Zealand. Mike is married to Michelle and they have three children, Gabi, Keziah and Elise.Visit the Summerfield's webpage.
