By Hayley Beckett on 12th July 2021
Following a robust appointing process and a strong call at the general meeting.
Eastern Baptist Association has the pleasure of announcing the appointment of two new Regional Ministers who will take up post later this year. (exact date to be confirmed).
Rev Gale Richards will be joining us on a part time basis.
Gale brings with her experience of church pastoral ministry, chaplaincy and local, regional, national and international engagement in Baptist Life.
Rev Claire Blatchford will be joining us as full time regional minister for the southern sector.
Claire brings with her experience of church pastoral ministry, Claire has a passion for people and churches to grow and develop spiritually to further the work of the kingdom.
We are very excited to have new members of the team and feel blessed with all they will add to the current gifts and skills present in the team.
Please pray for both Claire and Gale as they prepare to join the team.
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