Who's who?

St Richard’s is made up of a wide church family who are committed and serve in many different ways. Below are few people you can put faces to more easily.


Revd Ben Thorndike Minister	Tess Powderham Church Administrator
Ben is the Minister of St Richard’s and also an Associate Vicar at All Saints church (see wider staff team at All Saints Crowborough). Ben previously worked as a secondary school teacher before going into full-time ministry. Ben and Jane have three young children, so in his spare time Ben can be found playing Lego, Wii, puzzles or dolls – in any combination! Usual day off – Saturday 01892 652081 Ext 1011 Email Ben	Tess has been at St Richard's since September 2018. With three sons now out in the world she spends her time organising the annual Bible by the Beach conference in Eastbourne, leading walking holidays in the mountains of Britain and looking after the home she shares with Mark and two cats. She enjoys photography, travel and making stuff! Contact via the Church Office

The Management Team

Tony Hoyle Facilities Manager	Sue Aldrich Treasurer

David Lattimer	Dorothy Hards

Lindsay Freelove