Tim grew up in south Manchester but moved to Backwell in September 2021 to train as a Baptist Minister and study at Bristol Baptist College whilst serving as our Minister-in-training. Tim was ordained and became our full time Minister in September 2024.

Tim is married to the lovely Sarah and they have a son, Ezra. Tim is a big Manchester City fan (but don’t let that put you off!) and is a member of Backwell Tennis Club.

Tim became a Christian when he was eleven years old and has a passion for preaching and teaching God’s word.

Ruth has attended Backwell Baptist all her life, following in the footsteps of her parents and grandmothers. She became a Christian in her teens and fondly remembers being baptised with her childhood best friend.

She has taught in the Sunday School and Youth Group before joining the Leadership Team as Treasurer. Ruth trained as a Secondary School Maths teacher and continues this role as a tutor.

Outside of Church, she enjoys swimming, making cards and spending time with her family.

After attending Backwell Baptist with her Mum, Dad and older sister, Dawn went through Sunday school, Covenanters and Holiday club.When she was old enough, Dawn helped at Holiday club, (which later she helped to run), and took a class in the Sunday school.

Dawn was baptised as a teenager and is now married, with two daughters.

Dawn is a hairdresser, pre-school practitioner and looks after the Church by making sure it’s clean and tidy. In any spare time she has, she likes to create with craft – sewing, cross stitch or bead craft.

Dave became a Christian while studying at Loughborough University where he met his wife, Anne.

He works in a back-office role for the NHS, but of an evening can be found rehearsing at the Backwell Playhouse or dancing in a Ceilidh club. He used to play rugby but now just shouts advice at the players on the telly.

Dave enjoys playing the guitar and regularly plays as part of the church band. He also loves to help people feel welcome and part of a group.

Shelia was born in Shetland, where she attended Sunday school with her siblings. She moved to Backwell in 1978 and made a commitment of faith after attended Backwell Baptist Church. Shelia was baptised in 1999.

In her spare time, Shelia enjoys gardening and reading, and you will often find her at bingo on a Friday night!

Shelia became a Deacon in July 2022 and loves to be a friendly face and welcome visitors.