Eleanor loves local church and believes Jesus does too, despite our imperfections. As tutor in Practical Theology, Eleanor feels privileged to help shape church ministers and see God’s Spirit at work in forming them and developing their service for God’s people. Having a role in Regional Engagement gives Eleanor a great opportunity to meet and get to know churches, associations and networks of Christians while listening and watching for where God is at work, asking how can the College join him and his Church by supporting and equipping God’s people for loving mission.

Peter is passionate about equipping and releasing new generations of church planters, pioneers and pastors. Peter’s interests lie primarily in spirituality and history, especially missional spirituality. He sits on the Theological Advisory Group of the Evangelical Alliance and is on the trustee board for Webnet.

Chris loves learning with students as we study the Bible together and are formed into more faithful ministers of the gospel. His PhD was on the characterisation of Paul in Acts, and his main research interests are the New Testament narrative texts (Gospels and Acts).

Helen is passionate about equipping the people of God to engage with the Old Testament, and difficult texts in particular. Helen is the Founder and Executive Director of the CSBV, carrying out important work in Christian and secular spheres.

Simon is an ordained priest in the Church of England and has many years of experience in theological education and ministerial training at a variety of institutions. Simon’s particular interest lies in the Psalms, with his doctoral research focusing on the structure of Hebrew poetry.

Andrew is Minister of Islay Baptist Church on the stunning Scottish island Islay. Andrew brings his own experience and interest to his role of tutor.

Lindsay is Regional Minister for Webnet and has experience working with LiCC (London institute for Contemporary Christianity). Lindsay is passionate about discipleship and developing missional leaders.

Emma is minister of Brecon’s Kensington Baptist Church and has previous experience as a Regional Minister. Emma brings a passion for our younger generations to know God, having had a life-changing encounter growing up in her youth group.

Ruth serves as Minister of North Teignmouth Community Church and supports our students as they move through their ministerial training.

Ruth has a wide-ranging experience of leadership in the church and brings this to her role as tutor. Ruth enjoys journeying with people and helping them discover their calling, whatever it may be.

Sian brings her passion for local and overseas mission to the role of tutor. She has trained as a spiritual director and meets people where they are to help move them forward in their formation.

Mike is Minister of Watchet Baptist Church and has a heart for the community in the South West of England. Mike enjoys studying the Bible and helping others to understand it, as well as helping ministers explore how church can be expressed in non-traditional ways.

Lucy is a Regional Minister for the London Baptist Association and fulfils the role of ministerial tutor at our London Hub. She is passionate about encouraging and developing people into their gifting and calling.