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Revd Ben Martin (Associate Vicar)

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 18:25:00 +0000

I’m married to Morag and we have three primary-aged children, William, Evie & Freddie. I was born and raised on the wonderful Island of Guernsey (which will always be home!).

After studying Sports Science at Exeter University I worked for UCCF as a staff worker for Christian Unions in East and West Sussex for four years. During that time we moved to Angmering and attended St. Margaret’s before I moved onto staff team here for five years from 2012-17. I went off to Oak Hill Theological College to begin my ordination training and was ordained in 2020. I did my curacy at Bishop Hannington in Hove and now find myself back here and in a new an exciting role helping develop links into our growing village and helping families grow up to know and love Jesus.

As a family we love going to the beach with and without our energetic dog Ernie.

Nat Gillett (Curate)

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 18:25:00 +0000

Leanne Kyte (Communications Church Administrator)

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 18:25:00 +0000

Married to Andy and enjoying life in Sussex with our three children, I bring a rich and varied background to my role. Having grown up in Africa and later studied at university in Australia, I carry a global perspective that informs both my faith and professional life.

With experience across large FMCG businesses and a family-run company, I blend the strategic rigour of corporate environments with the agility and heart of smaller, community focused organisations.

Driven by a deep desire to share God’s love locally and beyond, I’m passionate about making a meaningful difference both within the life of the local church and in the wider community.

Chris Wilson (Leader of Ministry to under 18s and families)

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 18:25:00 +0000

I am married to Zillah and was raised in Farnham in Surrey. I started my journey working as a teaching assistant in two different primary schools, but when the funding ran out, God pointed me towards Moorlands Bible College, where I got a qualification in Applied Theology in Youth and Community Work in 2015.

From there, I moved to Wandsworth in London and became the Youth and Children’s Pastor at West Side Church in 2016. I enjoyed serving the Wandsworth community for 5 and a half years, growing the youth and children’s ministry, before being employed here at St Margaret’s in 2021.

I have a huge passion for youth and children, and particularly enjoy hosting events for them. I consider myself a man of God first, and a big nerd second. I enjoy movies, board games, card games and comics. I also enjoy going on walks, spending time with friends, and eating food.

Sara Spencer (Parish Secretary)

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 18:25:00 +0000

I am married to Eric and we have two sons, Ed and Tim and three grandchildren. I have lived in the Littlehampton/Rustington area since my school days. Eric brought me along to St Margaret’s in 1987 and we are all blessed to be part of this loving church family.

I attended secretarial college many years ago, but spent a number of years working in various shops in Rustington. In January 2012 I was delighted to become the Parish Secretary at St Margaret’s.

In my spare time I enjoy singing, reading and taking part in local am-dram.

David Boreham (Church Administrator)

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 18:25:00 +0000

My connection with St Margaret’s Church began in 1994, when I was appointed Headteacher of the village Church of England Primary school, a position I held until my retirement 23 years later. I am married to Carol and have three grown up children and three grandchildren, Jethro, Xanthea and Poppy. Early on in retirement I worked overseas on short term mission serving in Zimbabwe, Cambodia, and India. This was followed working for the Office for National Statistics as manager for the 2021 household census in this region of West Sussex.

Having spent time on the PCC and 18 months as Church Warden I took up the post of part time Church Administrator in March 2022. I feel privileged to serve as an administrator in support of the ministry and vision of the church engaging fully in its spiritual life.

Canon Mark Standen (Rector)

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 18:24:40 +0000

I’m married to Susan, and we have two children, Lucy (who is studying Physiotherapy at University) and William, who is in his first year studying Law at Nottingham University.

Before ordination, I was a barrister specialising in family law, but decided I would prefer to spend my time helping people to find life through Jesus rather than pursuing a legal career. Fortunately, the Church of England agreed and I was ordained in 1995, serving initially in Sevenoaks and then, since 1999, in Angmering where I have been very happy and felt fulfilled

I enjoy spending my time with family and friends, I love reading, cinemas, walking in the beautiful Sussex countryside and visits to the gym, except after family holidays!