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Chris is dedicated to providing exceptional support in pastoral and
spiritual care, with a focus on Sports, Faith, and Youth Ministry. His
commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of individuals and shines
through in every interaction. With a compassionate approach, he seeks
to inspire and empower young people, fostering a strong connection
between their faith and daily lives. Chris encourages all to explore
the transformative power of faith within the realm of sports and youth
engagement.
Chris discovered his vocation for the Church in 1999 while serving at
Her Majesty's Pleasure at HMP Reading, where he trained to become an
Anglican Priest within the Church of England. After some time, Chris
decided for personal faith reasons, to step back from the Church of
England. During this period, he found himself managing teams in the
sport he loves—football. Additionally, Chris is a fully trained chef
and has worked in several well-established establishments within
Wiltshire. In 2005, Chris discovered his faith within the Old Catholic
Tradition after meeting Father Paris Haines through the football
community.Ordained as Deacon by Bishop Adrian at the OCAC UK Auxiliary Synod in 2025, today Chris serves the community through the Church and is undergoing full training to become the Mission Priest within the next two years. Currently, Chris is actively involved in Homeless Support, Sports and Faith, and Youth Ministry.
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