CO-LEAD PASTOR

Duncan started his ministry as Youth Pastor here at Coventry Elim back in 1997. In March 2005, he was invited to be the church's Senior Pastor.

He’s married to Helen and has four great kids.

Duncan loves running marathons, watching West Ham United, and reading books.

Duncan is also a member of Elim's National Leadership team.

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CO-LEAD PASTOR

Shirene is a trained counsellor and has over 10 years experience of working in primary schools, supporting families with complex needs. She is passionate about pastoral care and seeing people encounter Jesus.

Shirene has a heart for encouraging other women to walk in their God given identity with God given authority and heads up our women’s ministry.

Shirene is married to Sope and they have two great kids.

EXECUTIVE PASTOR

Gaz is a worship leader, songwriter and session musician. He is passionate about the expression of music and how it can be used to draw people into God's presence.

Alongside leading the worship team, Gaz also heads up our media and creative teams.

Gaz is married to Jacqui and they have 2 great kids.

YOUTH PASTOR

Daniel is currently one of Elim’s minster’s in training and is passionate about studying and teaching the word of God. Since founding a Christian fellowship at university, Daniel has enjoyed guiding young people to a deeper understanding and joy in their Christian journey, correcting misconceptions, and bringing them into truth.

Daniel also loves sports, especially football, and supports Arsenal. He has a keen interest in fashion. Additionally, he co-hosts "The 29:11 Podcast" with four close friends, a project started in 2019 to encourage young people worldwide in their Christian walk.

YOUNG ADULTS CO-ORDINATOR

Tiana has a heart for tackling injustice and inequality and has spent years working as a diversity & inclusion consultant. She is passionate about helping young adults to grow in their relationship with God, grasp all that He has for them and find safety in community.

Tiana loves serving others through her gifts of communication and organisation as our Administrator.

Alongside heading up our Young Adults ministry, Tiana is also involved in our Youth, Sozo, Production and Additional Needs teams.

KIDS WORKER

HOUSEKEEPING

Zarah is married to Davood and they have 2 children, Pourya and Parima.

She loves making new friends, cooking and taking care of plants!

She joined Elim 13 years ago and her gift is serving one another humbly in love.

ADDITIONAL NEEDS CO-ORDINATOR

ADMINISTRATOR

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Samuel is extremely passionate about serving God with all of his talents and growing God's kingdom by using technology to share God's love to people. Samuel has an extensive knowledge of church production, through various experiences.

Samuel is currently doing a masters in music production and loves to use the skills and knowledge of this, across various platforms, such as the worship team, as a keys player and other aspects of his role at Coventry Elim.

MEDIA COORDINATOR

Lèna-Awa is currently a film production masters student, at Coventry University and is exploring ways to communicate the heart of God and evangelise through visual arts. She is passionate about seeing other creatives use their unique gifts for God’s glory and hopes to inspire others in that way.

Lena enjoys looking after our camera and media team both on Sundays and throughout the week and is a vital part of the team that makes our online church come to life.

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Jeremy Hobday is a retired teacher of nearly 40 years; he has served on the church leadership for over 30 years and been involved with various aspects of church life.  Jeremy worked in youthwork at Elim for over 20 years and has been involved with various aspects of care for the building.  After retirement in 2022 Jeremy was invited to take on the role as Operations Director part time.

Jeremy is married to Sharon and has three grown up children and four Granddaughters.

DESIGN & WORSHIP COORDINATOR

Daniel is a passionate worship leader and Graphic designer. He feels called to use both His musical and creative gifts to serve God, His church and His people.

Dan finds joy in being a part of the youth team alongside this and loves being involved in various areas of the church community. Dan desires to help others feel at home and in community, just as he does himself.