Leadership
MEET THE TEAM
// Our Staff Team
Serving together for His glory
The leadership team at Armagh Baptist Church is a dedicated group of individuals committed to serving the congregation and advancing the mission of the church. Comprised of pastors & elders, the team works together to provide spiritual guidance, practical support, and a vision for growth rooted in biblical principles. With a heart for the local community and a focus on fostering discipleship, they aim to lead by example, encouraging members to deepen their faith and share the love of Christ in their daily lives.
Our Pastors
More about Ian
Ian is married to Judith and they have 3 children, Peter, Jenny and Michael, and one grandchild. Ian has been Pastor of Armagh Baptist Church since May 2009, having previously served for 4 years with S.I.M. and for 15 years church planting in Fermanagh and Cavan. Judith is a primary school teacher who serves in the women’s work, leading a praise team and teaching in the Sunday School.
More about Graham
Graham and his wife Christine have been members of ABC since 2010 and they have three adult children. Graham completed his pastoral studies at the Irish Baptist College, prior to which he had served in the Northern Ireland Fire Service for 30 years, as an operational firefighter. Graham works with us as a part-time Pastoral assistant; with a focus on ministering to the men in our fellowship. Christine continues to work with the Fire Service control room as well as assisting the fellowship by singing in one of praise teams having also assisted with the Baptist Women’s committee.
More about Andrew
Andrew joined ABC as a Pastoral Assistant in 2024, with the support of the Ministry Partnership Scheme, upon completion of his studies at the Irish Baptist College. He served as a placement student in ABC during 2022/23. Prior to this, Andrew studied law at QUB. Andrew is passionate about seeing children and young people come to, and grow in, faith in Jesus. He volunteered at Edenderry CE for several years and is now involved in the children and youth ministry here at ABC.
Our Elders
More about Paul
Paul is married to Iris and they have 2 children, and 6 Grandsons, aged 8 -18. Paul is a retired Architect and has been an Elder and Church Secretary of Armagh Baptist Church since 2005. Iris is also a retired Occupational Therapist and serves in the women’s work and the catering team. Both lead the team for The Link Café.
More about Alister
Alister grew up in ABC and is thankful for the faithful teaching and discipleship he’s received over the years, as well as the godly influence of many in the fellowship.
After serving as a deacon, he was appointed an elder in 2019 and is now also church treasurer. He lives just outside Armagh with his wife Lindsay and their two young daughters. Alister works in construction and farming.
More about Alan
Alan is married to Joanne and they have two children, Charlotte and Isaac. Alan has been a believer since the age of seven. He has been a member of Armagh Baptist Church since 2010 and an elder since 2014. He has a passion for discipleship and loves to read when he is not at the side of a rugby pitch or involved with logistics!
More about James
James is married to Alison and they have 3 adult children. He works as a social worker with a special interest in safeguarding and mental health. Within the church he contributes to our Mission focus and child safeguarding, as well as playing the guitar and leading one of our praise teams.
Alison works as a specialist teacher with children and young people who are deaf. She is a member of the Baptist Women’s Committee here in ABC and assists regularly in our crèche.