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Tim Sutton, Pastor
Tim grew up in North Devon, and put his faith in Jesus at the age of 17. Tim went on to train for mission and ministry at All Nations Christian College and then Spurgeon’s College, gaining a BA (Hons) in Biblical & Cross-Cultural Studies and an MA in Advanced Christian Studies. For most of the past 30 years, Tim has served in vocational Christian mission and ministry in this country and overseas. Tim and Annemarij joined the team at WHBC in September 2016. Tim’s vision is to see people growing and flourishing as disciple-making disciples – followers of the one and only Saviour, Jesus Christ - and grow to "Love Jesus, Share Life, and Bring Hope" near and far! In his free time he enjoys being taken for walks by the sea by his dog, Bilbo. |
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Henry Turnbull, Assistant Pastor
I moved to Devon in 2023 whilst I was working in the tree surgery/forestry industry. I now live in Bideford with my wife, Jessie and son, Arley. I studied Theology at university and love Biblical Study. Outside of work I'm usually in the sea, in my shed on the lathe or spending time with family. I'm also a massive slot car enthusiast and have dedicated my garage to my hobby! |
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Julie, Church Secretary & Safeguarding Lead
Married with 4 grown up children, and 8 grandchildren, Julie loves playing the piano/keyboard and singing at church. Hobbies include trying to trace her family tree, reading, and watching detective programmes on the TV but her favourite pastime is playing and spending time with her grandkids. |
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Laurence, Prayer Lead
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Dave, Technical Lead
I enjoy being outside in creation, exploring North Devon and further afield. The local community is so important and I yearn to see the Light of Christ shine out to those in our village and further afield. I am one of the Worship Leaders in the church, and serves the Mission organisation Operation Mobilisation in their ship's ministry. |
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David
Married to Rosie for 40 years, I’ve spent 6 years at WHBC and been on the Leadership Team since 2020. I am a Preacher and a drummer in the worship band, and I trained for ministry at Moorlands College. I consider myself a sort-of-Anglican in a Baptist church! |
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Graham, Outreach Lead
I’m a Christian, with one wife, three daughters, three sons in law, six grandchildren and one art studio. |
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Iana, Pastoral Assistant
I’ve been at WHBC since 2022. I'm married to a lovely husband. I accepted Jesus when I was 17, and I'm hoping that more young people will come to know Christ! And be saved! I love listening to music and singing. I also love the sun so when it is shining, you may see me out in the waters swimming or paddle boarding. I help wherever I can at church and I look forward to where God takes me in my journey with Him. |
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David
I Became a follower of Jesus at 17. Married to Maggie for 50+years. 2 daughters, 5 grandchildren and one great granddaughter! I was a Baptist minister for 40 years. I Moved here to Westward Ho! in 2024. I enjoy waves, clouds, walking, cricket, music, pottering in the garden, black coffee, dark chocolate, family time, Tim Vine jokes, preaching and teaching Jesus from the Bible (not necessarily in that order!). |
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David
I grew up in a Christian family in Reading, but truly found the Lord after my teacher training in Bath. I've been at Westward Ho! Baptist Church since we relocated from South to North Devon in 2021, and am part of the worship team. I'm married to Anne and have 4 grown-upchildren. When not working, supporting school leaders across Devon, I enjoy music and being outdoors, particularly along the coastline. You’ll often find me in/on the water or volunteering with the Wave Project. |
