Our leadership team, together with a team of trustees, oversee the activities, vision, and pastoral care of the church community. They share this responsibility with those involved in leading small groups, children’s ministry, and other church and community activities.
Jon and Catherine Smith
Jon and Catherine have been part of GCC since 2005 and joined the leadership team in 2012. They have three energetic young children that keep them involved in the things they love; music, sport and climbing trees. Jon and Catherine lead the team that runs the Children’s Ministry and are passionate about seeing children grow into all that God has for them. Between them they are also involved in PA, teaching and being creative!
Chris and Dorothy Gladwell
Chris and Dorothy have been part of the leadership team since the church began. They live in Longlevens and enjoy walking, cycling and holidaying in their caravan. Chris and Dorothy have six children and nine grandchildren (currently)! They both have a passion to share the Good News of Jesus with people in all walks of life and of all ethnic backgrounds.
Phil and Sammi Gladwell
Phil and Sammi joined the leadership team at GCC in 2012. They have 4 young children that share their love for nature and the great outdoors (not to mention their beloved giant rabbits). Phil and Sammi lead the team that runs Connect events and Sammi heads up Little Stars’ Toddler Group. They also enjoy being involved in worship, children’s ministry and teaching. Phil and Sammi are passionate about sharing the good news of the Gospel in relevant and simple ways.
Matt and Liz Wisbey
Matt and Liz joined GCC in 2014 when they moved to Gloucester to continue their work with Wycliffe Bible Translators. They have 2 children and, having lived overseas for a period and moved home regularly, they are now enjoying putting down roots in Gloucester. Their desire is to see real, deep relationships in and through the church, leading to lasting change in the local community and beyond. Matt and Liz joined the leadership team in 2017.