All one in Christ

The problem with a Who's who is that it makes it look as if some people's contribution is valued more that of others. This is definitely NOT the case here. The following list is simply to let visitors see a few faces, and to help anyone coming to our activities to recognise some of the people around them.

Circuit superintendent – the Rev. David Philo. David has overall charge of the High Peak circuit. David is supported by a circuit office, development officer and admin assistant.

Senior steward - Sheila Booth. Sheila leads a team of six stewards, whose main responsibility is to ensure the smooth running of the Sunday services in conjunction with the preacher of the day, and the musicians. Sheila is a recently retired schoolmistress, and also a circuit steward.

Local preacher - Colin Smith. Although Methodist preachers serve a group of churches (the "circuit"), St. John's is Colin's home church. When not leading worship elsewhere Colin is to be found in our congregation. Colin is retired from being a lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University and is Irene's husband. He does a little work for the Open University, and has published two books.

Church Treasurer - Irene Grace Smith. A good treasurer is vital for any church. Irene is guided by the need to use church money to enable the work of the church to develop, combined with the need for good stewardship. Irene is a retired WRVS meals-on-wheels organiser.

Youth leader and Sunday School superintendent - Dr Claire Crook. Claire has gathered around her a small but enthusiastic team, who have a particular burden for our young people - but watch out she needs a lot of help and you may be approached! Claire is a GP in practice in Stockport.

Musicians - Josie Lomas and Sylvia Crummett usually play our organ (or piano) on a rota basis. Our church music tends to be traditional hymns interspersed with modern worship songs. Don’t be too disappointed though, the singing is very much of the "joyful noise"style!