DAVE PICKETT
Dave leads the eldership here at TCC. After completing training at Regents Theological College he came to Thundersley in 1994. He passionately believes in having ‘adventures with God’ and believes that life with Jesus is full of exciting opportunities to serve God and enjoy living out the Christian life.
Born and brought up in SE London, he joined the Royal Marines in 1974 and served as a RM Commando for 12 years seeing active service in N. Ireland and the Falklands War. After the Falklands War he began to have some thoughts and questions about the Christian faith which led him ultimately to put his faith and trust in Jesus Christ. For the full story click here – Testimonies.
He is married to Alice, they have three grown up children, a daughter-in-law and grandchildren.
He has a BA (Hons) in Theology and Christian Ministry and is currently studying for an MA in Missional Leadership and is ordained by the Elim Pentecostal Church.
IAN MILES
Ian has been the Associate Minister since 2004. Coming from a background of drug addiction he came through the Teen Challenge – For the full story click here – Testimonies.
Ian leads the Life Group network within the church and heads up the pastoral care team. He occasionally helps with drug education in the local schools with our schools worker Richard Keeler.
Ian worked for Teen Challenge for two years before entering into Regents Theological College where he gained a BA (Hons) in Theology.
He is married to Lisa, who he met at Teen Challenge. They have two young daughters.
RICHARD KEELER – TCC SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY WORKER
Richard Keeler, TCC Schools Worker has been working with local schools since September 2003 …. ‘I have had the privilege of working in our local secondary and primary schools meeting hundreds of young people and explaining to them the Christian faith, through assemblies, lessons and lunch time activities. No two days are ever the same, and it is fun to hear different people opinions on Christianity and God, my work is to express how Christianity is relevant to young people and that God has a personal interest in their lives.’
DAVE TURNER – YOUTH WORKER
Hi my name is David Turner. I’m 21 and the youth worker at Thundersley Congregational Church. I’m quite into my photography and like my football and I’m an Arsenal fan.
I have been working at the Church since January 2008 as youth worker having previously doing a year out with the church during 2006-2007. My job includes organizing youth clubs, events and trips away, as well as being responsible for most of the teaching and pastoral care of the young people.
I have a great team who work with me, and a great bunch of young people that I lead. Although at times it’s a tough job, I enjoy it immensely and wouldn’t swap it for any other job in the world.
ELDERS
Dave PIckett
Ian Miles
Ian Rudd
Chris Govus
Nick Matthews
Alan Moore
DEACONS
We have a team of deacons who administer and serve various ministry areas within the church.
Sarah Wingham and Stuart Harrison - Worship
Mary Wingrave - Alpha
Ian Douglas - Fabric
Richard Keeler - Schools Worker
Sue McMillan - Children
STAFF
Alice Pickett - Administrator
Nicky Solkhon - Assistant Administrator
Les Benedetti - Caretaker