Ministry Team
Phil Daniels
Revd. Phil Daniels - Priest-in-charge
Telephone: 01666 540140
Email: Philjdaniels@talktalk.net
I had quite a ‘churchy’ upbringing and was a choirboy, but I didn’t really have any idea about Jesus until my sister became a Christian and I got to know her friends. Their attitudes, kindness and fun challenged my preconceptions about ‘religion’, and eventually at university I made the decision to follow Christ for myself.
After university I took two years out doing youth work in Birmingham and Gateshead, which gave me my first grey hairs, and then became a history teacher, which gave me many more! Rhoda and I had started going out at university, and we got married, got jobs and moved to Bath all in the same summer of 1996.
Telephone: 01666 540140
Email: Philjdaniels@talktalk.net
I had quite a ‘churchy’ upbringing and was a choirboy, but I didn’t really have any idea about Jesus until my sister became a Christian and I got to know her friends. Their attitudes, kindness and fun challenged my preconceptions about ‘religion’, and eventually at university I made the decision to follow Christ for myself.
After university I took two years out doing youth work in Birmingham and Gateshead, which gave me my first grey hairs, and then became a history teacher, which gave me many more! Rhoda and I had started going out at university, and we got married, got jobs and moved to Bath all in the same summer of 1996.
Phil and wife Rhoda
Teaching in Chippenham and Bath was followed by a career with English Heritage and a move to Box, where we became very involved in the village church. I trained as a lay reader, and then quite quickly explored a sense of ‘call’ to ordained ministry. Three years of training at Oxford have been followed by three years as a curate in the Gauzebrook Group of churches, just a few miles down the road.
My wonderful wife Rhoda was a GP Partner in Swindon for many years and a sea kayaking coach and guide before retiring due to M.E. in 2010. Together, we love village life and the countryside, walking our dog Pip and holidays in Devon. Although she is still restricted in the amount she can do each day Rhoda is now a woodworker and furniture-maker just for fun, while I keep my head down, generally in a book. I enjoy sport and intermittent visits to the gym and I support Cambridge United, more in hope than expectation.
I am passionate about Jesus Christ, because of what he has done for me. I’m energised by spending time talking about God both inside and outside church buildings. My hope and dream is for our churches to be communities of deep prayer, joyful worship, welcoming hospitality, and generous service.
My wonderful wife Rhoda was a GP Partner in Swindon for many years and a sea kayaking coach and guide before retiring due to M.E. in 2010. Together, we love village life and the countryside, walking our dog Pip and holidays in Devon. Although she is still restricted in the amount she can do each day Rhoda is now a woodworker and furniture-maker just for fun, while I keep my head down, generally in a book. I enjoy sport and intermittent visits to the gym and I support Cambridge United, more in hope than expectation.
I am passionate about Jesus Christ, because of what he has done for me. I’m energised by spending time talking about God both inside and outside church buildings. My hope and dream is for our churches to be communities of deep prayer, joyful worship, welcoming hospitality, and generous service.
Revd. Sarah Wyman - O.L.M. Curate
Telephone: 01666 577159
Email: sarah.w@deanery.org.uk
My husband Pete and myself moved to Hankerton in 1990. A lot has happened since then; our daughter and son were born, I became a lay minister in 2001 and felt a call to become ordained in 2009 and am now in my second year as a curate.
My faith has been sustained by the support and prayers of many within and outside the group, the various study groups; my involvement in the Mothers Union and being a Franciscan. I am involved with all three primary schools and enjoy the challenge of new services and themes.
It has been and I am sure will continue to be a great privilege serving the communities; and through that meeting many people in diverse situations and gaining inspiration from them.
In my 'me time', I walk the dog, sew and become muddy in the garden.
Telephone: 01666 577159
Email: sarah.w@deanery.org.uk
My husband Pete and myself moved to Hankerton in 1990. A lot has happened since then; our daughter and son were born, I became a lay minister in 2001 and felt a call to become ordained in 2009 and am now in my second year as a curate.
My faith has been sustained by the support and prayers of many within and outside the group, the various study groups; my involvement in the Mothers Union and being a Franciscan. I am involved with all three primary schools and enjoy the challenge of new services and themes.
It has been and I am sure will continue to be a great privilege serving the communities; and through that meeting many people in diverse situations and gaining inspiration from them.
In my 'me time', I walk the dog, sew and become muddy in the garden.
Dr. Brian Senior - L.L.M.
Telephone: 01666 860475
Email: ba.senior@hotmail.co.uk
Hi! I'm Brian Senior, living in Minety with Karen, my wife, and have 2 grown up kids. We've been here for nearly 20 years now, so we're just settling in, in village terms! My background's in business, and I retired from energy trading some 10 years ago now. Since then I've run a charity for 5 years and then set up a small business helping other small businesses, and I also help on the Board of a couple of other companies plus a charity in West Swindon. Spare time? Still stupid enough to attempt 5-a-side football with a bunch of guys half my age; but otherwise I quite enjoy walking, and do a fair bit of reading...
I've been a Reader/Lay Minister for quite a few years now (nearly 25, when I work it out!) and I serve primarily in Minety parish, taking a couple of services a month and also writing notes for small groups, doing other bits and pieces as and when they need doing.... My passion? To join in with what God's doing - in individuals, the church, the village and beyond.
Telephone: 01666 860475
Email: ba.senior@hotmail.co.uk
Hi! I'm Brian Senior, living in Minety with Karen, my wife, and have 2 grown up kids. We've been here for nearly 20 years now, so we're just settling in, in village terms! My background's in business, and I retired from energy trading some 10 years ago now. Since then I've run a charity for 5 years and then set up a small business helping other small businesses, and I also help on the Board of a couple of other companies plus a charity in West Swindon. Spare time? Still stupid enough to attempt 5-a-side football with a bunch of guys half my age; but otherwise I quite enjoy walking, and do a fair bit of reading...
I've been a Reader/Lay Minister for quite a few years now (nearly 25, when I work it out!) and I serve primarily in Minety parish, taking a couple of services a month and also writing notes for small groups, doing other bits and pieces as and when they need doing.... My passion? To join in with what God's doing - in individuals, the church, the village and beyond.
Rachel Swatton - Licensed Lay Minister
Telephone: 01666 861035
Hi! My name is Rachel Swatton. I live in Minety with my husband, 2 daughters and an "acquired" teenager! As well as my work in church, I work in the local Preschool, teach sewing lessons and am a governor at Minety school. I don't get much spare time, but my favourite hobby is sewing. I learned everything I know from my wonderful mother and I'm now enjoying passing on the same skills to my own children. I've made everything from wedding dresses to a choir robe for a Jack Russell! Anyone who can't see an immediate connection between sewing and God has never sat at a sewing machine at 3am, praying the garment will fit when it's finished!!!
I am a Licensed Lay Minister and work regularly in Minety and Crudwell churches taking services, as well as filling in around the group when needed. I'm also involved in pastoral work in the group, with my particular passion being any work to do with children and young people, from leading assemblies and baptism visits to running a church youth group. Meeting and working with young people in the area is my favourite part if the "job". I have also particularly enjoyed being able to share my beliefs not only in person but on local radio which, whilst very nerve racking, felt like a huge privilege!
I was bought up in a Christian family and my faith has alway been the most significant part of my life, however, if you'd asked me 10 years ago, I would never have dreamed I would become a minister. When 4 or 5 unrelated people in 2 weeks ask you if you've ever though about training as a lay minister, it's time to take the hint! We moved to Minety 6 yeas ago, a month before I was licensed, so I have only ever served here. I love the diversity of ministry, meeting people from so many walks of life, all at different points in their journeys and I love every minute!
Telephone: 01666 861035
Hi! My name is Rachel Swatton. I live in Minety with my husband, 2 daughters and an "acquired" teenager! As well as my work in church, I work in the local Preschool, teach sewing lessons and am a governor at Minety school. I don't get much spare time, but my favourite hobby is sewing. I learned everything I know from my wonderful mother and I'm now enjoying passing on the same skills to my own children. I've made everything from wedding dresses to a choir robe for a Jack Russell! Anyone who can't see an immediate connection between sewing and God has never sat at a sewing machine at 3am, praying the garment will fit when it's finished!!!
I am a Licensed Lay Minister and work regularly in Minety and Crudwell churches taking services, as well as filling in around the group when needed. I'm also involved in pastoral work in the group, with my particular passion being any work to do with children and young people, from leading assemblies and baptism visits to running a church youth group. Meeting and working with young people in the area is my favourite part if the "job". I have also particularly enjoyed being able to share my beliefs not only in person but on local radio which, whilst very nerve racking, felt like a huge privilege!
I was bought up in a Christian family and my faith has alway been the most significant part of my life, however, if you'd asked me 10 years ago, I would never have dreamed I would become a minister. When 4 or 5 unrelated people in 2 weeks ask you if you've ever though about training as a lay minister, it's time to take the hint! We moved to Minety 6 yeas ago, a month before I was licensed, so I have only ever served here. I love the diversity of ministry, meeting people from so many walks of life, all at different points in their journeys and I love every minute!
Richenda Milton-Daws - Licensed Lay Minister
Telephone: 01666 824029
Hello, I’m Richenda Milton-Daws, and I’m a relative newcomer. I moved to North Wiltshire, from Sussex, in 2008, and then trained as a Licensed Lay Minister. My professional background is in publishing (mainly academic and healthcare – not the glamorous side), and I have worked freelance as an editor/project manager for around 15 years. I love the rhythms of the Church’s year and working with the Lectionary, but I am also interested in the use of creative arts in worship and in promoting understanding between peoples of faith.
In my spare time, I enjoy going to the theatre, cooking and spending time with my extended family. I am married to Christopher who is the Captain of Bells at Charlton.
Telephone: 01666 824029
Hello, I’m Richenda Milton-Daws, and I’m a relative newcomer. I moved to North Wiltshire, from Sussex, in 2008, and then trained as a Licensed Lay Minister. My professional background is in publishing (mainly academic and healthcare – not the glamorous side), and I have worked freelance as an editor/project manager for around 15 years. I love the rhythms of the Church’s year and working with the Lectionary, but I am also interested in the use of creative arts in worship and in promoting understanding between peoples of faith.
In my spare time, I enjoy going to the theatre, cooking and spending time with my extended family. I am married to Christopher who is the Captain of Bells at Charlton.
