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Revd Dr Steve Green - Vicar Following a short spell in the army and then selling typewriters, Steve has spent most of his life in education. He had been the head teacher of two schools before becoming an Ofsted inspector and then director of education. He felt called to be ordained in the Church of England in 2018 and did his theological training in Guildford. Steve was a curate at St Mary's in West Horsley before being installed as vicar of St James in April 2024. Apart from his family, Steve loves all sports although he doesn't profess to be particularly good at any of them. He supports Plymouth Argyle which keeps him humble. He also likes motorcyles. His passion is for everyone in the parish to come to know Jesus. Office: 01252 792402 Mobile: 07818041294 Email: vicar@stjamesrowledge.org.uk
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Youth Minister
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Revd Dr Russ Parker - Associate Minister Russ was ordained in 1981 having previously served as a Baptist Pastor in Merseyside where he was born. He is married to Roz and has two adult children and three grandchildren. He served his curacy in Bolton and was Vicar in Coalville in Leicester before joining the Acorn Christian Healing Foundation in 1990. He remained with them for 24 years and was their International Director for 18 years. He has authored 16 books and is a co-founder of the Community of Aidan and Hilda. Russ is now the Director of 2Restore which is a reconciliation resource for healing wounded churches. Office: 01252 792402 Mobile: 07919 335291 Email: russparker7@icloud.com |
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Rosie Dray - Volunteer Church Administrator Please note Rosie only works on Wednesdays between 10am and 4:30pm. Office: 01252 792402 Email: admin@stjamesrowledge.org.uk
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Jan Clark - Church Sub-Warden Jan lives in Rowledge and has worshipped at St James' Church for many years. She is married to Geoff and they have two children and four grandchildren. Since retiring, Jan has been very involved in charity work and she is very passionate and involvde in Rowledge Community. She co-runs the Coffee Mug Community Cafe which is held every second Saturday of the month in the Church Centre. Jan also loves entertaining, gardening and walking, especially with her dog Jake. Office: 01252 792402 Mobile: 07720 205622 |
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Peter Ivermee - Church Sub-Warden After 30 years as a partner in a London firm of solicitors Peter and his late wife became full time volunteers with a Charity sending aid abroad. The Charity then deployed him as part of its disaster relief team following earthquakes and typhoons in the developing world. He now enjoys walking his dog and assists his three daughters and seven grandchildren. Office: 01252 792402 Mobile: 07817 326340 |
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Tony Carpenter - Church Sub-Warden Tony has lived within 6 miles of Rowledge for his whole life and now lives in the village with his wife, Liz. Having worshipped at St James’ for over 35 years, he is part of the furniture! Currently a member of the PCC, Sub-Warden and licenced occasional preacher, and previously a Churchwarden, Tony is passionate about the church being seen as the centre of village life. He is the director of marketing & communications at a local hospice care charity, Phyllis Tuckwell, and, when not working, enjoys golf and gardening but (according to his wife!) also spends far too much time playing at the local bowls club. Office: 01252 792402 Mobile: 07786 264683 |
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Becky Porter - Parish Safeguarding Officer Becky has considerable experience as a senior social worker. She also holds qualifications in couselling. Becky oversees all aspects of safeguarding in the parish church. Mobile: 07885 591806 |
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Nick Smale - PCC Secretary Office: 01252 792402 |
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Amber Delves - Little Fishes Nursery School Manager Amber has recently joined the Little Fishes team and comes to us with over 27 years of experience working in a wide range of teaching and educational management roles, including in pre-schools, primary and secondary schools, churches and other community contexts. Amber has a passion for education and the community. She has a keen interest in developing people, supporting families, outside education (such as developing forest schools) and helping children understand the crucial importance of caring for our environment. Amber is married to Steve and together they have three (grown up) children, Bethan, studying at Nottingham University and twins, Molly and Callum, who are about to start their gap years. Office: 01252 794617 |
