Our Team.

The Parochial Church Council (PCC) plays a vital role alongside the clergy in overseeing essential aspects of church life. This includes the careful management of church finances, the organization and conduct of worship services, and pastoral support and mission initiatives. Together, they ensure the church thrives as a community dedicated to faith and service. Their collaborative efforts are crucial in guiding the church vision and fulfilling its mission.

Bishop of Swindon
Dumnonia & Wessex (UK)
Rt Rev Adrian Glover (2010) -

Rector Community/Parish Priest

Community Outreach & Homeless Support Team Leader
Rt Rev Dr. Mark Paris-Haines (2010) -

Associate Priest
(Vacant) Appointment to be made by the Bishop of Swindon - Dumnonia & Wessex (UK)

Mission Priest
(Vacant) Appointment to be made by the Bishop of Swindon - Dumnonia & Wessex (UK)

Revd Chris Wood - Old Catholic Church Swindon

Deacon

Community Outreach & Homeless Support Team Leader
Seminarian Mr Chris Wood (2025) -

Private Secretary to the

Rt Rev Dr Mark Paris-Haines
Miss Helen Marks (2011) -

LGBTQ+ Supporter and Advice (Non-Religious)

Miss Kyla Storm (2024) -

Community Events Manager (Gloucestershire & Wiltshire)

Mr Barry James (2010) -

Church Community Volunteer

Louise Ashworth (2025) -

Community Outreach

Stroud Town & Swindon Town

Miss Lauren Marrett (2024) -

Fundraising & Development

Miss Sandra Torcato (2025) -

Music Director

Mr Dennis Porter (2025) -

Community Outreach

& Homeless Support K9

Ceaser (2013) -

O.C.A.C. Clergy Within Wiltshire.

(Christians Against Poverty) debt counsellor as well as Chaplain to Wiltshire Police.

Devizes and Marlborough

Revd. Fr. David Knipe

The Parochial Church Council (PCC) plays a vital role alongside the clergy in overseeing essential aspects church life. This includes the careful management of church finances, the organization and conduct of worship services, and providing pastoral support and guidance for the church's mission. Together, they ensure that the church remains a welcoming and supportive community for all.

Bishop of Swindon - Dumnonia & Wessex (UK)

Rt Rev Adrian Glover (2010 - Present)

Community/Parish Priest:

Rt Rev Dr. Mark Paris-Haines (2010 - Present)

Associate Priest:

(Vacant) - Appointment to be made by the Bishop of Swindon - Dumnonia & Wessex (UK)

An associate priest is a priest who assists a parish priest, or pastor, in their duties. The term is sometimes used to avoid the negative connotations of the word "curate".

There is a commitment to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding Policies (vetting and screening) will apply to this post.

We are looking to appoint a priest to minister within the team who will:

• lead us in worship and into a deepening relationship with our Lord

• pursue growth, both in congregational numbers and in depth of faith

• develop our capacity to provide pastoral support and build links with the local community

Mission Priest:

(Vacant) - Appointment to be made by the Bishop of Swindon - Dumnonia & Wessex (UK)

Mission priests spread the Gospel to people who may not have heard it before. They also serve the poor and marginalized, and people of other cultures and faiths.

There is a commitment to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding Policies (vetting and screening) will apply to this post.

We are looking to appoint a priest to minister within the team who will:

• lead us in worship and into a deepening relationship with our Lord

• pursue growth, both in congregational numbers and in depth of faith

• develop our capacity to provide pastoral support and build links with the local community

Deacon:

Seminarian Mr Chris Wood (2025 - Present)

Deacons are members of the clergy who perform a variety of duties, including liturgical services, pastoral care, and community service.

Treasurer:

(Coming Soon)

Secretary:

Helen Vasilaki (Retierd 2010)

Miss Helen Marks (2011 - Present)