LEAD PASTOR

David serves as the primary leader within The Christian Centre as well as working full-time for a global science and chemicals company. David is married to Miriam and they have two grown up children, Shaun and Katie.

PASTOR

Ben serves as a Pastor at The Christian Centre and has a passion for discipleship and the Gospel. Ben also works full time as regeneration manager for a local housing association. He is married to Sheridan and they have two young boys, Malachi & Edison.

ELDER

Originating from Lagos, Nigeria, Tola joined The Christian Centre whilst studying at Teesside University. He was ordained as an Elder in 2014 and is also our treasurer. Married to Emma, they have two young twins, Samuel and Gabriel. Tola is also a full time powerline engineer.

ELDER

Sam is a psychiatric doctor working in the Teesside area and was ordained as an Elder in June 2025. Sam is married to Mabel who is also a doctor and serves on our worship team. They have son, Samuel together.

LEADER

Jenny is a member of the leadership team at The Christian Centre and has a passion for discipleship. Leading a number of home groups and Bible studies, Jenny’s background includes ministry in the USA at Times Square Church in New York and with Teen Challenge USA.