About

  • About Overview

    The Synod supports the mission and ministry of our local churches, working together to do more than we could on our own.

    • Our Team

      Meet the dedicated Synod officers and staff who support the mission and ministry of our local churches.

    • Our Churches

      A directory of the local United Reformed Churches that make up the Thames North Synod.

    • Our Structure & Governance

      Learn about the URC's conciliar structure and the role of our Synod committees.

    • Synod Meetings

      Thames North Synod gathers for full Synod meetings 2-3 times a year.

    • Groups & Networks

      Discover the work of our Discipleship Steering Group and the Church & Society Network.

      • Discipleship Steering Group

        Our Synod has a commitment to whole-life discipleship, led by our Discipleship Steering Group (DSG)

      • Church & Society Network

        The Church & Society Network explores a wide range of social issues and their intersection with our faith.

    • Thames North Trust

      Information about the URC Thames North Trust, which holds our church properties.

    • Job Vacancies

      Current job vacancies within the Thames North Synod and our partner organisations.

    • Other URC Synods

      The United Reformed Church is made up of approximately 1,500 local churches across England, Scotland, and Wales.

Our Team

Meet the dedicated Synod officers, staff, and representatives who support the mission and ministry of our local churches.

Synod Leadership & Office Team

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Revd George Watt
Moderator
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Nneoma Chima

Nneoma Chima
Synod Clerk & Administrator
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Colleen Fraser
PA to the Moderator & Synod Clerk
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Lawrence Sinderson
Synod Accountant
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Martyn Macphee
Treasurer
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Synod Programme Team

Our programme staff work to support the day-to-day life of the Synod and provide specialist support out in the field.

David skipp

Revd David Skipp
Property Development Officer
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Lorraine Downer

Lorraine Downer
Children and Youth Development Officer
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Natalie

Natalie Van Camp
Synod Safeguarding Officer (cover)
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Revd Eddie Boon
Synod Discipleship Enabler
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Julian Templeton

Revd Dr Julian Templeton
Training Development Officer
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Sacha mcardle

Sacha McArdle
Assistant Property Officer
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URC Thames North Trust Team

The Trust Company handles legal matters regarding the Synod's churches and manses.

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Keith Berry
Trust Secretary
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Memuna Levan-Harris
Legal and Trust Officer
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Synod Advocates & Representatives

These individuals are appointed to advocate for and represent specific areas of our Synod's life.

Christine Ntim

Christine Ntim
Synod Youth Representative
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Ola Lawal

Ola Lawal
Lay Preaching Advocate
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Martin mcmanus

Martin McManus
Lumen Centre Manager
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H Eather Pugsley

Heather Pugsley
Children and Youth Work Advocate

Fredwyn hosier

Fredwyn Hosier
Pastoral Consultant

Sandra Ackroyd
Racial Justice Advocate (Coordinator)