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We are pleased to announce that Dawn Savidge has been appointed as the new Facilitator for Churches Together in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire.

She writes:

Hey everyone, I’m Dawn, thrilled to be the Ecumenical Facilitator for Churches Together in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire! I’m eager to support their vibrant congregations.

A little about myself: I’m an ordained Baptist minister, but my experience extends beyond that. I’ve enjoyed collaborating across denominations and faiths over the years – it’s been an enriching journey. My creative side is also strong – I’m an artist, teacher, and enjoy taking on commissions. In fact, creativity is a cornerstone of my approach.

This creative spirit extends to my work leading retreats and mindfulness workshops, where I use art to facilitate spiritual exploration. Additionally, I’m a seasoned preacher, so feel free to reach out if you ever have a pulpit to fill.

Beyond Churches Together, I have the privilege of serving as Director of Affirm, the Baptist LGBTQ+ group. I am the tutor for the Inclusion of LGBTQ+ people at Northern Baptist College. In these roles, I help churches navigate conversations around human sexuality, as well as broader intersectional inclusion. We work together to discern their theological positions and create safe spaces for everyone.

At the College, I also serve as a tutor for Inclusion of young adults and am piloting an internship. I’m currently training to be a pastoral supervisor, and I also hold training in community organising with Citizens UK.

Building strong ecumenical relationships and working together to create a more just world is a deep passion of mine. I’m excited to get stuck in!

Contact email address : facilitator@ctherts.org.uk