I’m Catherine, and I’m coming to spend my Summer Placement with Bernwode Benefice as part of my ordination training. I’m a full-time Ordinand at Ripon College Cuddesdon, on a two year course. I’m studying for a Masters in Theology alongside all of my formational training and will hopefully be ordained Deacon in 2023.
I’ve spent most of the past 12 years as a Primary School teacher and then as a Children and Families Minister in Birmingham. Before that, I grew up in Nottinghamshire and lived in Hull and Leicester. My sending church was on the semi-rural fringe of Birmingham Diocese, and I have a strong call towards rural ministry which is why I’m excited to be spending some time with you this summer.
I’m passionate about the environment, ecotheology and connecting with God through nature. I love outdoor church of all kinds, and have been involved in Forest Church for the past 5 years. Outside of church, I love dancing and singing. I enjoy walking among the trees and digging in the allotment.