Chandlers Ford Methodist Church

Meet the Team

Rev Sue Keegan von Allmen - Superintendent Minister
I have come to Chandlers Ford after 10 years in the centre of London and 9 years in Hertfordshire, and as well as being a minister in this church, I am also the Superintendent Minister of the Winchester, Eastleigh and Romsey Circuit. I trained as a teacher, but then worked as a community worker, before getting involved in mission education in the church. I have always been passionate about justice and peace in this country and overseas. In my last appointment I was involved with work with people experiencing homelessness, poverty and trauma. And my last job before I became a minister, was in a mission agency which supported churches around the world, to bring fullness of life to the communities they served. When I became a minister in a local church, and later a superintendent, I wanted to continue to do this. God’s longing for all people and creation - wherever we live – is that we should experience life in all its fullness. And that was what I experienced when I became a committed Christian in my early 20s. My life changed, and it continues to change as I learn more about myself, God and God’s world. It’s an exciting journey to be on that I want other people to share. I hope by sharing in the life of Chandlers Ford Methodist Church – whether you’re a committed Christian or just exploring this website – you’ll discover God’s purposes for you. Click here to email Rev Sue Keegan von Allmen.

Rev Ruth Fry - Minister
I was appointed to serve as Co-Minister at Chandlers Ford in September 2020. I’m married to Adrian and we have a son Harvey who is 16. We moved to this area from Birmingham four and a half years ago. Hampshire feels very much our home now although we still miss a Balti at the weekend after a trip to Villa park! I love all kinds of music and I play flute, piano and any number of other percussion instruments from djembe to Samba drums. For me it is a privilege to have been called by God to serve the people of Chandlers Ford. Day off Monday Telephone 01962 882 828 Click here to email Rev Ruth Fry.

Susan Gulliver - Lay Pastoral Assistant to the Minister
I visit the housebound and the elderly on behalf of the Church and the minister. This includes visiting those who are in hospital and keeping in contact with any who can no longer get to church due to age or infirmity. Click here to email Susan Gulliver.

Jane Padley - Lay Pastoral Assistant to the Minister
I have special responsibility for welcoming new people and younger families. I am also involved in leading the Mums and Minis group and a Family Youth Club for those on the autistic spectrum. Click here to email Jane Padley.

Marilyn Pack - Church Secretary
My work includes: - looking after the church office and dealing with general enquiries; - providing admin support to the minister, staff colleagues, church officers and church organisations. Telephone: 023 8026 0128 Click here to email Marilyn Pack.

John Andrews - Youth Worker
I am the churches youth and children’s worker. I work with others to create many types of clubs that help the youth in the church grow and develop into well rounded members of the community. I do this through Youth club, Junior Youth club, Young People’s Fellowship and the Hand in Hand Puppet group. I have a Youth ministries degree from Cliff College, and put it to good use every day whilst at work. If you’d like to visit me in the office I work weekday mornings, except Tuesday. You can also phone me on 07809616775. Click here to email John Andrews.

Shaun Fletcher - Church Property Manager
My job is to plan for and carry out the maintenance and repair of the the fabric of the Church buildings. I also prepare and control the premises budget and have overall responsibility for caretaking and letting. Click here to email Shaun Fletcher.

Diane Pugh, Dawn Wood & Barbara Ackroyd - Senior Stewards
This year Diane Pugh, Dawn Wood and Barbara Ackroyd are the Senior Stewards who leads the other volunteer stewards who are responsible for preparing the Church for services. We steward for other events too, such as funerals and weddings and concerts. We also work with the minister on policies that affect the Church family. Click here to email Diane Pugh, Dawn Wood & Barbara Ackroyd.

Jan Moring - Bookings Administrator (Jobshare)
I normally work Wednesdays and Fridays, usually between 10.00am and noon. As we take most booking enquiries by email, our office hours do vary occasionally. If you wish to call in in person, for instance to view rooms to see if they are suitable for your needs, please email or phone ahead to arrange a mutually convenient time. We can then ensure someone can be here to assist you, ideally at a time when the room isn’t in use for another booking so you can have a look around. Click here to email Jan Moring.

Simon Farrenden - Bookings Administrator (Jobshare)
I normally work Mondays and Thursdays, usually between 10.00am and noon. As we take most booking enquiries by email, our office hours do vary occasionally. If you wish to call in in person, for instance to view rooms to see if they are suitable for your needs, please email or phone ahead to arrange a mutually convenient time. We can then ensure someone can be here to assist you, ideally at a time when the room isn’t in use for another booking so you can have a look around. Click here to email Simon Farrenden.

Keith Cole - Caretaker