To be ordained deacon on Sunday 30 June 2024, at 10:45 in Derby Cathedral

I asked Jesus into every area of my life while at a Christian Camp at Lee Abbey, Devon, when I was 17 years old.

It was a good decision!

What a faithful, loving God we serve!

Over the years, I have been part of several different churches (Pentecostal and Anglican) and have had the privilege to serve in a variety of roles.

I trained as lay minister while serving at Westerham Parish Church, then continued there as ordinand through context-based dispersed ordination training.

This loving church community, in a rural town, are now sending us out.

Life following Jesus is never boring! 

Following a wonderful two-year training based at Trinity College, Bristol, being built up for the next adventure, I am very much looking forward to this unexpected and exciting step.

While on retreat, I sensed the Lord directing us back to an urban setting.

And so, I am delighted to be serving my title as curate at St Peter’s in the City! 

Over many years, I have had a rewarding career as a community paediatrician, working in special schools and neurodevelopmental clinics.

Prior to hanging up my stethoscope in 2021, I specialised in the health of looked-after children.

I also developed a refugee focus, addressing health needs of unaccompanied minors.

I have been involved in local church-based refugee ministry in London and on steering committees of national and European refugee ministry networks.

The dissertation that I am currently undertaking relates to refugee ministry in the CoE.

All this has led to a growing passion for accessibility and inclusion.

I look forward to joining in with all God is doing within the diocese, particularly among those often marginalised.

Enjoying being outdoors, I spend time off with my husband Andrew, family, and friends, walking in the countryside, bird watching, gardening, and working the allotment.

Yes, I have my name down for an allotment in Derby!

We enjoy being hospitable and relish time with our extended family.

Your prayers are greatly appreciated as we set sail for Derby!