ACTIVATE TEAM
Activate is supported by a dedicated team of trustees, two part-time staff members, and a nationwide network of volunteers who generously give their time and talents.
We are also incredibly grateful for the special team that comes together specifically for our annual weekend away, helping to make this part of our journey so meaningful. Their support during this event is invaluable.
Together, all of these efforts equip, inspire, and encourage the church and individuals to reach out to their communities and share the message of God. As we celebrate Activate’s 60th anniversary, we are excited for what lies ahead!
Fiona Castle
Fiona is Activate’s longest-serving member of the team. Since Fiona became a Christian, she has always been passionate about friendship evangelism; she loves to encourage others to look outwards, to share their faith in the workplace, amongst their friends,or within their area of influence.
Bekah Legg
DIRECTOR / TRUSTEE
I’m a mum, a friend and a Bibi (Granny in normal language, but who’s normal?). Relationships really matter to me. I write and speak about family, faith and flourishing.
Fundamentally, I love to help people know who God created them to be and step into his plans. I lead Restored, an organisation committed to speaking up about violence against women, equipping the church to stand against domestic abuse and supporting survivors. It’s a job that brings together everything I love.
It’s a real privilege to be a Director for Activate and support this amazing team.
Sheila Bridge
DIRECTOR / TRUSTEE
Author and part-time village vicar. She walks her dog round the village and loves talking to people (this is ministry). Fun is explaining faith using lego mini figures, riding her bike, reading poetry and swimming in a local lake.
Hayley Nock
DIRECTOR / TRUSTEE
Hayley works as a Nurse Practitioner. She is passionate about people, Jesus’s mission, community, and the difference God can make. She loves gathering people, cooking for her guests, gardening, and exploring new places and cultures.
She is married to Rob and they have two grown-up kids and four grandchildren. Hayley loves going to the Activate Days Away around the country to empower and encourage women, and engage in meaningful conversations with people.
Rhiannon Goulding
DIRECTOR & PROJECT MANAGER
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
I’m someone who loves juggling projects, inspiring faith journeys, and embracing adventure and inclusivity. I serve a the Community Pastor at Tanterton Christian Fellowship in Preston, and am part of a Fostering Panel for Children's Services. I'm also on the Diverse Christian Parent National Steering Group. I write regularly for Woman Alive on parenting, family life, and finding God in the everyday.
Rachel Allcock
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
After 10 years working part-time for Activate, (content writer/project manager/events assistant) I went back into teaching a couple of years ago and (mostly) enjoy managing the library as well as teaching a few English and Geography lessons. I still get to fit in a couple of hours for Activate, and particularly like writing, chatting, shopping, hugging, and red outfits.
Sarah McKerney
I’m a passionate speaker with a Master’s in Biblical Studies. I serve actively in my local church — from making coffee to preaching — and I love contributing to the Activate Weekend Away and Away Days around the country. I co-host a podcast that explores big questions of faith, and I approach learning as a lived practice, not just theory. When I’m not speaking or serving, I enjoy campervan adventures, walks with my dog Peggy, and listening to The Archers.
Lee Mansfield
A play therapist and mum to a big family. She shares God’s faithfulness by fostering children and hosting refugees. She believes in healing through family and the importance of sharing what we have Lee loves dancing in the kitchen with her husband.
Jaz Potter
Has been in full-time ministry since 1996. Jaz is a pastor at Gateway Church Ashford. Born in India and raised in a Sikh family, Jaz came to know Jesus aged 12 years old. She enjoys making, designing and beautifying things!
Debbi Barnett
With my family & team I run St Andrews Bookshop, you’ll usually find me throughout the year running pop-up bookshops at many of the big festivals. We even have our own annual Literature Festival! I am passionate about the written word- especially when it points to the Glory of Jesus. I love running, travelling & walking in the countryside when I'm not selling books! I am passionate about helping people grow in their faith & knowledge through the Christian book ministry & witnessing how books change lives!
Sue Rinaldi
Esther Tregilgas
Serving Activate for many years as our technical support and disco diva. Esther works for the Bishop of Blackburn. She loves nothing more than exploring the countryside, walking her gorgeous dog Ribble, wild swimming and relaxing with a bit of knitting.
