Who we are

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  Fr Simon Cuff

  Vicar

   

  “I’m Fr Simon Cuff, Vicar here at St Peter’s. I’m passionate about social justice & vibrant celebrations of the Eucharist as the heart of our parish life. I was baptised in Heathrow Airport chapel as a baby and many years later was involved in the campaign for a Living Wage there!”

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  Mthr Buki Fatona

  Assistant Curate

   

  (Mondays, Saturdays, Sundays)

  “I am delighted at the prospect of serving a curacy at St Peter de Beauvoir Town. I despise, speak out against, and try to mitigate societal injustices particularly in relation to minoritised groups. Singing and listening to music is a big part of my life. I also enjoy art and Tate Modern is my happy place. Cultivating an ever-deepening spirituality is of utmost importance to me. I very much look forward to meeting you all!”

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  Simon Perfect

  Ordinand

   

  “I’m Simon! I’m an ordinand (training to be a vicar). I’m enjoying learning ‘on the job’ as part of the brilliant St Peter’s community. Previously I was a researcher at Theos, a religion and society thinktank, and a tutor at SOAS, University of London. I’m happiest when singing loudly, wearing silly costumes or watching The Simpsons (preferably all at once).“

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  Amanda Monaghan

  Churchwarden

  My name is Amanda and I have lived in and around De Beauvoir for many years.  I first started attending St Peter’s in 2013 and worshipping here has helped me plant deeper roots in the local community and strengthen my personal faith.  The church itself is a place of great peace and beauty and the church family is warm, welcoming and most importantly active in its support of members of the local community and the wider world.

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  Amanda Bart-Plange

  Churchwarden and Pastoral Assistant

   

  “I’m Amanda and have been attending St Peter’s for 13 years and have been Pastoral Assistant for the last 7. I enjoy serving on the welcome team and administering Holy Communion. I am passionate about the well-being of people, especially the young and the elderly. St Peter’s has given me a lot in terms of spiritual growth, confident, support and enjoy the way of worship and interaction across the congregation.”

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  Robbie Ballantine

  Parish Administrator & Events Co-ordinator

   

  Tuesdays and Thursdays 

  “Hey! I’m Robbie, Administrator and Events Coordinator for St Peter’s De Beauvoir. I’m a DJ/Musician by trade and have a passion for creating special moments in events. I believe strongly in the importance of community, and I’m looking forward to getting involved in St Peter’s thriving local community. Importantly, events are where the community comes together and makes those special moments, so I hope to contribute through fostering a wide range of events! Aside from that, I studied politics in Brighton, and love to go bouldering and cycling when I’m not DJing or producing music.“

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  Ryan Connolly

  Director of Music

   

  “I’m Ryan, St Peter’s Director of Music. I’ve led youth and adult community choirs, church choirs, and worked as a choral professional for over twenty years. I’m originally from St. Paul, Minnesota in the United States, and am committed to enriching the congregational experience through music. I’ve  studied architecture, vocal music education, conducting, and piano. I’m currently completing an MBA!”

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  Romee Day

  Organist

   

  “I’m Romee. I started coming to St Peter’s some 30 years ago and have been playing the organ for 25 years. I was a Parish Assistant and greatly enjoyed organising the Freedom Club weekly meetings for people old enough to have a Freedom Pass. Like me!”

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  Jeannette (Jay) Wilkes

  Safeguarding Officer (07972816771)

   

  “I’m Jay, a retired GP, and the safeguarding lead here at St Peter’s. I love music and am interested in environmental sustainability & food security. I’m keen to see St Peter’s continue to develop as a place of healing, working alongside local services, and a place which celebrates our wonderful diversity!”

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  Vivette Ferguson

  Pastoral Assistant

   

  “I’m Vivette, one of St Peter’s Pastoral Assistants. I’m an organiser and can turn my hand to anything. I have a strong sense of culture and family (not necessarily in that order!). I’m open and like to tell it how it is. “

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  Paul Snow

  Treasurer

   

  “I’m Paul, a retired mechanical engineer who enjoyed travel and contract negotiation. At St Peter’s I’m involved in various financial and administrative tasks. I enjoy playing bridge both online and in person. My children and grand-children bring me great joy!”

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  Jurgita Kucinskiene

  Financial Assistant (Bookkeeper)

  “👋 I am Jurgita, and I work at St Peter’s as a Financial Assistant and am interested in accounting, hiking, reading, and I love maths!”

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  Mae Fredericks

  PCC member

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  Debby Lawrence

  Warm Welcome Steward

   

  “Hi! I’m Debby and am one of the regular stewards for occasions in the church and crypt, and help lead our Warm Welcome project on a Wednesday. Outside of St Peters I might be seen walking my foster cat Sammy along Lawford Road on a harness : it’s a great way of getting to know my neighbours and chatting to passers by. I also run a business as a 1:1 Diet Consultant and help people (many local) reach a happier and healthier weight.”