Who's Who

Church Leaders


James Church		Neil Lee
James became a Christian in 1996 at Stoneleigh Bible Week. He studied Biblical and Evangelistic Ministries at Cliff College, later completing postgraduate studies at Anglia Ruskin and Cambridge. He has served in youth and children's work, church planting research, and pastoring. Joining Christ Church in 2022, James serves as lead pastor, equipping the saints for the work of ministry. He met his wife, Sarah, through a Bible Study in 2012, and they had their marriage reception at Christ Church in 2015. They live in Warwick Gates with their young sons, Joseph and David.		Neil first came to Christ Church in 1994. Although he became a Christian at 18, he later drifted from faith but returned to Christ after hearing the gospel at Christ Church. He was then baptised and married his fiancée, Samantha, in 1995. Neil does not receive a salary from the church but works in the software industry to support his family. He lives in Lillington with his wife, Samantha. They have four grown-up children: Jessica, Isaac, Sarah, and Danielle.


James Tomison
James moved to Leamington in 2012 to work for National Grid after studying at Durham University. He now leads the church’s Alpha program, where he met his wife, Hannah, in 2016. James and Hannah live in Leamington Spa with their three children: Amelia, Elizabeth, and Samuel.

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Samantha Lee		Felicitas Obetoh
Samantha came to Christ Church in 1994 with her then-fiancé, Neil. They were baptised together at the Gospel Hall, which once stood on the site where Christ Church now worships. She leads the Mainly Music for preschool children and their parents/carers on Tuesday mornings. She has a heart for young women and also co-leads the Ladies Breakfast ministry within Christ Church. Samantha lives in Lillington with her husband, Neil, and their four grown-up children.		Felicitas is a dedicated medical doctor specializing in paediatrics and a gifted pastoral leader within Christ Church. Feli leads a Home Group and oversees the Prayer Ministry Team on Sundays, helping others grow in faith and experience God’s presence through prayer. Along with Samantha she co-leads the Ladies Breakfast ministry at Christ Church. She has five grown-up daughters and brings warmth and wisdom to both her professional and church life.


Andy Stevens		Alice Stevens
Andy moved to Leamington Spa in 2021 and has been part of Christ Church since the very first Sunday it reopened after COVID. He runs his own business but also find the time to mentor and encourage others spiritually and practically. Andy lives in South Leamington with his wife, Alice, and their two children, Bella and Daniel. He values faith, family, and finding ways to serve and encourage others.		Alice moved to Leamington Spa in 2021 with her husband, Andy, and their daughter Bella, about a year later their son Daniel was born. She works as a nurse and brings warmth and care both to her profession and to the Christ Church community. Alice enjoys building relationships and being part of a church family where faith and everyday life come together.


Graham Allen		Yvonne Allen
Graham leads a Home Group and the Discipleship Group at Christ Church, a follow-on course from Alpha, helping others deepen their faith. For many years, he owned and managed the Christian Resources Centre in Leamington, building a vast knowledge of the Bible and a heart for equipping others. His testimony of God’s faithfulness, even through grief and bereavement, is an inspiration to many.		Yvonne co-leads both the Home Group and Discipleship Group at Christ Church alongside her husband, Graham, offering wisdom, care, and encouragement to those growing in faith. With a background in nursing, she has a deep sensitivity to people and a heart for supporting others. Yvonne’s warmth and compassion help create a welcoming and nurturing space for all who journey with her.


Phil Overton		Hannah Jacobs
Phil is a musician and song writer with a wealth of experience in leading others in praise. He’s passionate about helping people encounter God through worship and prayer. Married to Helen, he has three grown-up children and loves being part of the Christ Church community. Phil leads a home group and the Thursday evening prayer meeting, creating spaces for people to grow in faith and fellowship.		Hannah lives in Whitnash with her two boys, Rupert and Jude, and is passionate about building community and supporting others in their faith journey. She leads the Mum’s Home Group at Christ Church, creating a space for encouragement and connection. During the week, she works as Head of People and Culture at the Arise Education, an alternative educational provider across Warwickshire, where she helps create a nurturing environment for students and staff alike.


Rick Bloomer		Evelyn Bloomer
Rick helps lead the Alpha course at Christ Church, creating a welcoming space for people to explore life, faith, and meaning. With a professional background in addiction counselling, Rick brings deep empathy and insight to his pastoral work. He is passionate about seeing people find freedom and healing in Christ, and he readily walks alongside those navigating life's challenges with hope and grace.		Eve is a much-loved member of the Kidzzone team at Christ Church, where her gift for storytelling helps bring the Bible to life for children. A dedicated home group leader and a compassionate listener, Eve has a huge pastoral heart, not just for children, but also for their parents. Her warmth, wisdom, and steady presence make her a source of encouragement and care to many in our church family.


Ed Bacchus		Ann Bacchus
Ed gave his life to Jesus in 2000 after a Sunday morning service really touched his heart. He and Ann moved to Whitnash in 2018 and soon found fellowship with like-minded believers at Christ Church Leamington Spa. Ed works as an MNC engineer for the M Group in Warwick. Together he and Ann lead a Home Group and Ed is involved in the Worship and Tech Teams. They have four children and two grandchildren.		Ann was born again in 1996 through meeting Christians at a Toddler Group in her local church. She was there for 22 years before moving to Whitnash. They soon found a home in Christ Church Leamington Spa where Ann threw herself into work with our mainly music toddler group. She is also involved with the Sunday morning Hosting Team, Prayer Ministry Team, the Thursday morning Hangout, our fabulous Baking Team, and leads a Home Group with her husband Ed. Alongside, parent and grandparent duties for her four children and two beautiful grandchildren.


Joseph Olatunbosun		Ubani Olatunbosun
Joseph is a committed member of Christ Church, where he leads the CAP Money Management course, helping individuals and families take practical steps toward financial freedom. He works at National Grid, bringing diligence and integrity to his professional life. Joseph is passionate about equipping people with tools for wise stewardship and gospel hope.		Ubi plays a vital role in preparing people for the world of work, offering support with CV writing and interview skills. At Christ Church, she is known for her encouragement and her heart for helping others reach their potential. Her compassion and practical wisdom reflect her deep faith.

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Rebecca		Izaak
Becki is a gifted teacher and leader with a heart for nurturing young lives. During the week, she teaches dental nursing with clarity and care, on Tuesdays she brings joy and rhythm to little ones and their carers through our mainly music sessions. And on Sundays, she heads up our Kidzzone ministry, leading a dedicated team to help children encounter God’s love, grow in faith, and have fun learning about Jesus. Her creativity, warmth, and steady leadership are a real blessing to Christ Church.		Izaak leads the Worship Team at Christ Church, helping to create a culture of excellence, humility, and service in our times of sung worship. He ensures that musicians and singers are well-equipped and supported. He coordinates the music, encourages practice, and keeps the heart of worship central. During the week, Izaak works in software development and lives in Leamington Spa with his wife, Precious.


Isaac		Patricia
Isaac grew up at Christ Church and now plays a key role in shaping the next generation through Refresh, our youth work team. He also works with Thrive Youth Ministries, supporting churches across the region in reaching and discipling young people. A gifted musician, Isaac studied at Nexus Institute of Creative Arts in Coventry and plays bass guitar, keyboard, and drums. His deep faith, creativity, and heart for young people make him a valued leader in our church family.		Patricia lives in Leamington Spa with her husband Giles and is a worship leader at Christ Church. She brings a heart for worship and a desire to help others encounter God through music and prayer.


Kayode		Naomi
Kayode leads our Hosting Team with warmth and a constant smile. He has a gift for making people feel welcome and valued from the moment they arrive. Kayode lives in Warwick with his wife Yele and brings a joyful presence to everything he’s involved in at Christ Church.		Naomi joined Christ Church in 2019 and has been an integral part of the worship and tech teams ever since. She now leads the tech team, working behind the scenes to make sure everything runs smoothly on Sundays. Whether it's managing sound, visuals, or livestreams, Naomi helps create a space where people can encounter God without distraction.


Ruth		Precious
Ruth is the warm and welcoming face behind The Hangout at Christ Church, a Thursday morning space for tea, coffee, cake, and conversation. Born and bred in Leamington Spa, Ruth has a deep love for the local community and a heart for bringing people together. Whether it's sharing a listening ear, serving up a fresh brew, or making sure no one feels alone, she creates an atmosphere of kindness and connection. Passionate about hospitality and faith, Ruth finds joy in seeing friendships flourish over a simple cup of tea.		Precious is a worship leader at Christ Church, bringing sensitivity, passion, and a deep love for God’s presence and Word to our gathered times of praise. She helps lead our church in lifting up Jesus with authenticity and joy. Precious is also a solicitor and lives in Leamington Spa with her husband, Izaak.

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Michelle Craig		Madeleine Haasmann
Michelle is the dedicated administrator at Christ Church, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. She lives locally with her husband and their two daughters, balancing family life with her passion for supporting the church community. With a warm and welcoming nature, Michelle is always happy to help, whether it’s organizing events, keeping things in order, or offering a friendly smile.		Madeleine is the facilities manager at Christ Church, keeping everything running smoothly with her sharp eye for detail and incredible memory. Living in Lillington with her husband and two daughters, she’s always ready to tackle any challenge—big or small. Whether it’s fixing a last-minute issue or keeping the team on track, Madeleine’s efficiency and dedication ensure the church remains a welcoming and well-organized space for all.


Dan Wiltshire
Dan is the facilities assistant at Christ Church, working diligently behind the scenes to keep the building running smoothly. Whether he’s setting up for big events or handling the day-to-day details, he brings a quiet efficiency to everything he does. A keen baker in his spare time, Dan’s love for creating extends beyond the kitchen into his work. He lives in North Leamington with his wife, Alex, and their two young boys, balancing family life with his commitment to making Christ Church a welcoming space for all.

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Manka'a		Giovanna
Manka’a is our PAIS intern from Cameroon. Passionate about discipling young people, she brings energy and warmth to our youth ministry and helps support the lunch clubs at Radford Semele Church of England School.		Giovanna, from Brazil, is also serving with us this year as a PAIS intern. She has a particular love for children’s work and shares her time and talents both in church and at Radford Semele, where she helps run lunch clubs with care and creativity.

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Paul Downes		Royston Young
Paul moved to Leamington in 1994 to plant Christ Church. He now leads strategy and finance within the church and focuses on training and developing young leaders. He lives in Lillington with his wife, Judith. They have three grown-up children: Charles, Laura, and James.		Royston, together with his wife Karen, was part of the original team that planted Christ Church. A longstanding trustee, Royston carries a deep love for the church and a passion for seeing believers step into their Kingdom power and authority. He leads our Street Evangelism Team, equipping and encouraging others to share the good news of Jesus with boldness and compassion. With a strong heart for evangelism and prison ministry, Royston is committed to making the gospel known wherever God leads. His faith, vision, and servant leadership continue to bless and inspire the Christ Church family.


Neil Lee
Neil first came to Christ Church in 1994. Although he became a Christian at 18, he later drifted from faith but returned to Christ after hearing the gospel at Christ Church. He was then baptised and married his fiancée, Samantha, in 1995. Neil does not receive a salary from the church but works in the software industry to support his family. He lives in Lillington with his wife, Samantha. They have four grown-up children: Jessica, Isaac, Sarah, and Danielle.

Planning your Visit

A Warm Hello

The following information is specifically for those planning a visit, so that you know, beforehand, what to expect on a Sunday morning.

Where and When

We meet at the Church Building (details here) for our Sunday Service starting at 10am. For your first visit, we recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early to ensure you get a parking space and find somewhere to sit before the service begins. When you arrive, you should be greeted by someone on our Welcome Team who will be wearing a Welcome lanyard.

We serve tea, coffee and biscuits from 10am, before the service begins. It is a great way to meet people, or simply take time to find your bearings. All refreshments are free.

Accessibility: There is wheelchair access, and a sound loop for anyone who needs it. Please let one of the Welcome Team know on your arrival and they will help you to get set up. There are disabled toilets in the main foyer.

Our Service

The main service begins at 10am with a warm welcome from one of our team members. Then follows a time of sung worship, led by our band. We typically have 2 or 3 songs lasting approximately 20 minutes. Sometimes a person might pray out loud or read a small passage from the bible. Sometimes people share things that they believe God is saying to the whole church family. This might seem strange the first time you hear it but it’s all part of our connecting with God. We then share news and notices, usually about what’s going on in the life of the church. One of our leaders will then give a sermon that is bible based and that we can apply to our everyday life. We then finish with a final worship song. Sometimes there is an opportunity to receive prayer at the end of the service.

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What about my kids?

We have a great programme lined up for kids of all ages:

Creche (0 months to 3 years). Children under 6 months are welcome but must be accompanied by their parent/grown-up at all times.
Livewires (3-7 years)
Encounter (7-11 years)
Katalyst (11-15 years)
Young people (15+ years) Stay in service.

Children stay with their parent or grown-up at the start of the service for the welcome, songs and notices. We really value worshipping God all together as a family. At the end of the notices someone will announce that it’s time for the younger members to go to their various groups. You will need to go with your children to their groups and register them as part of our child safety policy. Whilst you are dropping your kids off at their groups, we pause to take time to chat to someone sitting near or next to us, giving folk a chance to come back before the sermon begins.

The kids group activities vary depending on the age but usually there is a friendly welcome, bible stories, testimonies, praying, music, craft, drama, fun games and free play. Please pick your children up as soon as the service finishes.

Getting Connected

Small Groups

While Sundays are a great way to meet new people, it is often in smaller gatherings that you can really get to know someone. Being part of one of our small groups allows you to make new friends, share together and support each other. We have a variety of groups that meet throughout the week, some afternoons and some evenings. Check out Small Groups and see if there’s one that you could join, or we can put you in touch with a small group leader who will be more than happy to invite you along to their group.

Serving and Volunteering

If you want to get involved in the life of the church and help us make Sundays run smoothly, you can sign up to serve on a team.

Other Ministries

We also run the following ministries:

Men's Ministries
Women's Ministries
Night Shelter
Foodbank

Get in touch with us to plan your visit

If you would like to come and visit the church beforehand you are more than welcome! Get in touch and we can arrange a time that suits you.

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Next, we will contact you by email to say hello and help arrange anything necessary for your visit.

Leadership


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We hope that whoever you are, you will feel at home at our church.

Best Wishes

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Who's Who

Church Leaders

James Church

Neil Lee

James Tomison

Samantha Lee

Felicitas Obetoh

Graham Allen

Yvonne Allen

Rick Bloomer

Evelyn Bloomer

Joseph Olatunbosun

Ubani Olatunbosun

Rebecca

Izaak

Isaac

Patricia

Kayode

Naomi

Ruth

Precious

Michelle Craig

Madeleine Haasmann

Dan Wiltshire

Manka'a

Giovanna

Paul Downes