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I came to faith in my late twenties after walking away from Christianity as a teenager, thinking it was outdated and irrelevant. I explored meaning through sport, psychology, and other religions, but was surprised to find that Christianity resonated most deeply when I gave it another look over 30 years ago.

I didn’t leave my questions at the door. That same curiosity has continued to shape and deepen my faith. Many aspects of church still felt outdated, but through studying the Bible and engaging with wisdom both within and beyond the church, I began to rediscover the heart of it all—who God is, the way of Jesus, and above all, love.

As a minister, I’ve tried to bring that openness and desire to get to the heart of things into church life. Many here value that approach—some were already on that path before I arrived. Asking deep questions hasn’t weakened my faith; it’s made it richer. I’ve seen that happen for others too.

Before training for ministry, I was what my mum called “the eternal student.” I qualified as a social worker and therapist, and worked in the probation service for 16 years. I was ordained about 16 years ago.

I’m married to Kate, and we have three adult children, two labradors, and a cat. I enjoy running, yoga, meditation, and finding joy in everyday moments.