Staff & Leadership
Steve Benoy - Vicar

Steve came to Kettering in 2002 after serving at a church in SW London since 1996. Born in Australia, he lived for a while near Blackpool, and then settled in Surrey. Having trained as a musician, he spent some years teaching in the South-East, and then trained for ordained ministry at Trinity College, Bristol. Married to Alex, they have 3 children, Cameron, Lawrence and Owen. Steve enjoys the music of Genesis, the books of Nick Hornby and lazy, hot summer days on a cricket pitch. Steve can be contacted on 01536 512828
Steve Tennant - Assistant Minister (Youth)

A degree in youth ministry at a Nyack college in New York, USA began Steve's journey to Christ the King. Then came a four year stopover in Deal, Kent where he worked for eight Churches pioneering a new, cross town, youth work linking both Churches and schools. During this time Steve managed to marry the boss's daughter (Kate) and they now have two daughters, Bethany and Kezia, and a son, Benjamin. He enjoys all sports, (although you couldn't tell from the waistline), and even tries to participate occasionally. Steve can be contacted on 01536 508090
Mandy and Richard Priestly - Grange Church & Community Workers

Mandy and Richard have two girls, Elsbeth and Francesca and live on the Grange estate. They previously lived in the USA for 5 years where Richard trained people in evangelism and church planting and Mandy developed Christian community through small groups and ran a children's programme. Before that they started a new church in Woodley near Reading, Berks. They are both evangelists with Church Army and now lead the ministry on the Grange. Contact Mandy and Richard on 01536 357224
Paul Frost - Curate

Paul Frost has been the curate at Christ the King since the summer of 2008. He is married to Karen and has two sons (Edward and William) and a daughter (Eleanor). Previously Paul has been a youth worker, done chaplaincy work in a college and was a Religious Studies teacher for 5 years. In his spare time he enjoys his family, food and football. He can be contacted on 01536 485772.
Andy Stilwell - Perspective Trust

Andy became a christian at 18, then a few years later he went to work in outdoor pursuits for 4 years, followed by 2 further years working with young offenders. After which he joined Perspective, and is now working with ICC teens and within church 11 - 14yrs primarily. Andy is married to Lucy they have two young children, Reuben and Libby. He enjoys White water paddling ( rafting and Kayaking) and most sports. Contact Andy at andy@kpt.org.uk
Garry McPhee - Site Supervisor

As site Supervisor Garry keeps the building as tidy as possible and arranges the rooms to meet the various activities that take place at CTK. Garry is married to Sylvia, They have a son and three daughters who between them have provided seven grandchildren so far.Garry has had a variety of jobs throughout his working life, the most recent being 21years with the London Underground.Garry enjoys being a rail enthusiast, walking with his 'westie' and is a long time supporter of Liverpool football club.Garry can be contacted at the church office on 01536 517553
Mandy Mitchell - Parish Administrator

Mandy is Parish Administrator. Married to Julian, she has worked at Christ the King since January 2004. Previously, she spent about 8 years with a number of not for profit organisations, the majority of the time with Age Concern as an Advice Officer. Prior to this, she trained as a solicitor. She enjoys reading, country walks and good films. Mandy can be contacted at the Parish Office on 01536 517553
Peter Simmons - Assistant Minister (over 50s)

Born in Lancashire Peter came to faith in 1967 and has a background in aerospace engineering. At the age of 33 he was called into training with the Church Army and was commissioned as a Church Army Evangelist in 1988. After serving in a number of churches Peter came to Kettering in 2006. He has been married to Elaine for 32 years and they have 3 children. Peter is a qualified F.A. Referee and a keen golfer. His taste in music ranges from Queen to The Three Tenors. You can contact Peter on 01536 510715.
Russell Kaye - Church Warden

Russell is married to Julie and have two children, Sarah and Simon. Russell works for a national company in Kettering as a Directors Assistant, previously as a Sales Manager in the balloon and party industry. He has been a Christian since 1984 and has been a member of Christ The King since 1995. He enjoys most sports and supports Liverpool FC. Russell can be contacted on 01536 523071.