Hiya, My name is Jan. I'm originally from Colchester, Essex. I moved up to Sheffield in 2002 and joined the Eccles the 2nd day after university started. I have been mentored and supported throughout the past 19 years and developed a faith, that is non-religious, spirit filled, real and at times broken.
I am passionate about the people in the Eccles and am so lucky to have deep relationships with people in the church. I also met my now husband here and am blessed to have 3 amazing children.
I'm an A+E sister and enjoy the fast pace and team working on the front line of the NHS. I love going out, music, TV, make up, wine and most of all laughing.
I have loved being part of the Eccles family since 1998 and on the leadership since 2000. In particular I appreciate the awesome vulnerability and transparency with which people live their lives, trying to follow the finger of God.
I am married to Emily and have 2 nippers and a giant dog.
Hi. My name is Neil. I have been part of the Eccles since 2003 and on the leadership team for over 10yrs. I was attracted to the Eccles by the honesty on show and the confidence to be able to ask awkward or difficult questions. The freedom to pursue God rather than build church empires sets the Eccles apart from most churches I had experienced previously. As a social and processing introvert I have the space to engage in the community in a meaningful way to me.
I live with my wife and 2 boys in Woodseats. I work as a Physiotherapist within the city and enjoy helping people to return to meaningful function. Outside of work I have diverse interests including philosophy, theology, botany, poetry. I play football locally, run an allotment and play the guitar.
I'm Joy. I've been part of the Eccles since 2001. I love the sense of family we have at the Eccles, the love of the Holy Spirit, the freedom to be honest with each other and not just put on a brave face, the emphasis on seeking God's kingdom wherever we are rather than a focus on building our own church structures and the amount of fun we have together. I've grown so much through people at the Eccles and always felt encouraged, inspired and equipped in my own life.
I'm married to Ben and have two fantastic children at home with me. I love singing, playing the piano, gardening, reading, baking, eating, spending time with friends, spending time with my kids, traveling (when possible!), being involved in worship and the prophetic and hearing about other people.
I'm Tim. I've been at The Eccles for over twenty five years. It has been a privilege being involved in a community of people at The Eccles who have journeyed together through the excitement and challenges of life.
I am passionate about enabling people to appreciate and understand the richness and depth of the Bible, and to realise how it speaks to us today.
I have worked in education since 1987, as a teacher and senior leader, now leading a team providing IT support in several schools.
I am married to Liz, and have 3 grown-up children. We read, run and go to the cinema regularly.