Chris trained for ministry at Cranmer Hall in Durham. He was ordained and served his curacy in the Salisbury diocese. He has since served in the Dioceses of Chester, Manchester and Truro and also worked as a technical writer in industry. Before moving to north Devon, Chris was the Rector of the Tamar Valley Benefice in Cornwall. There he resourced regular and varied worship, developed lay leadership, oversaw a significant building project and a number of re-orderings, grew links with schools and enabled people to grow and develop their faith.
Chris’ priority in ministry is to build a community of disciples equipped to go and share the Good News of Jesus, witnessing to his power and presence by word and action.
Chris’ hobbies include weight training, surfing, kayaking and running. He is passionate about music and enjoys singing, playing the recorder and composing. Chris is interested in both ancient history and emerging technologies. He also enjoys country walking with his wife Andrea.
(Minister with Permission to Officiate)
(Minister with Permission to Officiate)
After working for 20 years as an NHS Physiotherapist, Steve was ordained in 2003. He has served most of his ministry in North Devon, in the parishes of Heanton, Marwood, and West Down and as chaplain with the Lee Abbey Community in Lynton. Now retired, Steve currently lives in Fremington with his wife, Claire. They have three adult children and four grandchildren.
(Licensed Local Minister)
Graham and Gerald are both Licensed Local Ministers which means that they have studied and been licensed by the Bishop to volunteer within the church's ministry.
Graham's ministry involves Intercessions, leading worship, assisting with Children's work and being involved with the PCC.
(Licensed Local Minister)
John McKee (Fremington)
Vicky Freer (Fremington)
Glenis Woolacott (Instow)
Jane Bunclark (Instow)
July Grigg (Westleigh)
Roger Levick (Westleigh)
Roger is also a Worship Leader who is trained to lead services.