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Tim Cracknell (center) is our founding Pastor. He has spent 28 years in dairy farming working on a family farm. At the same time he developed an itinerary preaching and Bible teaching ministry as well as being heavily involved in his local Church in Newent, Gloucestershire. In March 2005 he and his wife, Katrina, were commissioned by the leadership of Glebe Chapel in Newent to plant a new Church in Cinderford using the old Church building in Station Street as their base. They are supported by C.P.I. (link) and Counties (link) and enjoy the friendship and fellowship of Glebe Chapel and many other mission minded Churches throughout the UK.

Lawrence Harper (right) served as a missionary in Africa with his wife Valerie in the 1970’s and since their return to the UK they have continued to serve the Lord within a variety of churches in a number of leadership roles for 30 years before moving to the Forest of Dean in December 2005. Lawrence and Val have been married for 37 years and have 5 children and 6 grandchildren. He has worked as a Nurse, Tutor, Education Manager and HE Senior Lecturer during his career of 44 years.

Tom Nicholson (left) is married to Bronwyn and they have 2 daughters and 3 grandchildren. He is a “Forester” who has spent all his life living in the area. Tom is now retired having spent much of his life working in sales for different companies. He has served in church leadership positions in the past so brings a wealth of experience with him to the team.

If you would like spiritual help and support please contact any of the Senior Leadership Team and they will be happy to help you.