Rev Simon Gudger – Minister
Simon came to Catshill in 2016 after serving for 10 years as Minister of Kidderminster Baptist Church, Franche Road. He is married to Louise and has identical twin boys, Luke & Ben and a daughter, Faith.
Simon is passionate about nurturing healthy churches, seeing them grow in Christ and grow together.
He is also passionate about Leicester City and continues to bask in their Premier League win of 2016.
Rev Paul Lewis – Associate Minister
Paul joined CBC with his wife Rachel in September 2024 having previously been Minister of Bromsgrove Baptist Church for 12 years, followed by Development Manager of Bromsgrove Youth & Community Hub for 18 months. Paul and Rachel have three children: Hannah and Matthew are at University and Ethan is at High School.
Paul is people focused and as well as supporting all aspects of leadership within the church, he is passionate about connecting church with its wider community.
His main hobby is Formula 1 racing. Being at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone each year is a top priority!
Care & Discipleship Team
This team oversees the enabling of the church to deepen their relationship with God and to grow closely to each other, through prayer and Bible study, both pastorally and spiritually.
Simon is supported by Paul, Jeanette and Joan in overseeing housegroups, pastoral care and the prayer life within church.
Hospitality Team
This team ensures the smooth building of relationships within the church and to make any transition of change as easy and painless for as many people as possible.
Jayne works with Joe and Claire in overseeing regular Church Meals, Newcomer’s Meals, and other events.
The team also oversees social gatherings within church life and enables opportunities for different church groups to come together throughout the year too.
Children & Youth Team
This team oversees the spiritual and emotional growth of our children and young people with both God and the wider church and community, and equips them with Biblical perspectives in amongst the other voices of 21st century culture.
The team oversees the church’s work on a Sunday with children and youth, as well as midweek gatherings of different groups along with any other activities throughout the year with these age groups.
Missional Team
This team aims to inspire, promote, to raise confidence and passion, and to enable the church to immerse itself in God’s call to reach out in mission both locally and globally.
Our missional activities within the church are overseen by several people. Our weekly Renew Wellbeing mornings are coordinated by Linda, Joan and Mary. Angela oversees the Timeout group each week, and the monthly Refresh coffee mornings are run by Jayne.
Our Foodbank is run by a committed team of volunteers who work together to make up the food parcels and meet those who come in to collect. Advisers for external agencies are often on hand to give additional support, and a white goods scheme is accessible through us.
The team also ensures that faith introductory evangelism is going on in various ways, including the Alpha Course.
Global mission is important to us as a church, with regular updates and prayer focus being provided.
Church Function Team
This team aids the smooth, safe and compliant running of all areas of church life, enabling the church to worship more effectively.
Our church facilities and functions are overseen by our Church Secretary, Andy, and Treasurer, Jon, with the support of Mary and Paul. This is a real team effort, with many other people helping out with practical tasks when needed.
Church media and worship functions are overseen by Keith.
