Matt was appointed Team Rector in September 2025, having previously served as Chaplain at Uppingham and Stamford Schools, where he combined pastoral leadership with strategic oversight of staff and student wellbeing. No stranger to the Diocese of Ely, Matt trained for ministry and served his curacy here, and is delighted to be back serving in a rural context he knows and loves.  He is passionate about making theology accessible and rooted in everyday life, about coaching and mentoring others into confident leadership, and above all about making Jesus known in ways that are authentic, hopeful and transformative.  Matt is married to Caroline, and together they have two young boys and Margery, their ever-enthusiastic black Labrador.

☎ 01954 604889 or 07518377245
✉ matt@papworth.team

Albert was appointed as Youth and Young Adults Minister in February 2026. He is passionate about engaging, supporting, and walking alongside the next generation — both young people and young adults alike. Albert has previously served in churches in voluntary roles, including Young Adults Pastoral Support Lead and Safeguarding Officer, as well as supporting youth work, local community projects, and outreach hubs. He has a heart to see the younger generation encouraged, equipped, and empowered to thrive — and to be bold in faith and mission. Albert is married to his wife, Amy, and daughter alongside two cats! He is excited to support youth and young adult ministry across the churches and also serves within the local church as a worship drummer.

☎ 07356024238
✉ albert@papworth.team 

Hannah was appointed to the role of Children and Families Minister in March 2026. Prior to this she worked as an administrator at Cambourne Church while serving as a volunteer on the children's team. Hannah is studying for a degree in Theology and Children's Ministry at Ridley Hall alongside her role here. Hannah is married to her husband Matt and has two children. In her spare time she loves to sing, lift weights in the gym and start (but not finish...) new craft projects.

☎ 07356049266
✉ hannah@papworth.team 

Revd Chris Westgarth  has been the administrator since 2016 serving parishes in the Papworth Team Ministry in Cambridgeshire. Chris is committed to supporting village communities and helping churches be welcoming places of worship, friendship, and care. She  loves walking, dogs, rugby, Biltong and whisky but not all together!  

☎ 01480 839933 

✉ papworthteamministryoffice@gmail.com 

Geoff was ordained in 2020 after serving as a Reader for some 30 years. Geoff is the lead minister for Lolworth and Knapwell but leads worship in many churches across the team. Geoff has been involved in rural ministry for most of his life. He is Chaplain to the British Guild of Agricultural Journalists and a member of the national committee for the Agricultural  Chaplains Association.  An agriculturalist by training and a marketer by profession, Geoff lives in Fen Drayton, where he tries to tame a 5 acre garden and works gun dogs in the winter.  

☎ 07710 379561
✉ geoff@dodgson.info

Sarah lives in Eltisley and is married to Barry. They have three sons.  Sarah is an art historian who worked at the Fitzwilliam Museum for many years. She now runs Cambridge Art Tours and is a tour director for ACE Cultural Tours.  

When she’s not sharing her passion for art with others,  she enjoys seeing family and friends, going for long dog walks, cooking and reading good books. An Authorised Lay Minister​, Sarah leads the Breakfast Service at Eltisley Church on the first Sunday of the month and a bi-weekly womens’ Bible study group.Sarah is a Lay Canon at Ely Cathedral and a non- executive member of chapter.  

✉ sarahburles@gmail.com

A Cambridge law graduate, I worked at Price Waterhouse and married Judy in 1972. We have 3 grown up children and 7 grandchildren. I have also worked in the computer industry for many years and also many years farming. I was ordained priest in 2006. I am keen on fishing, tennis,  piano playing and reading.

☎ 07713639928
✉ njfarm@gmail.com

I have been an Authorised Local Minister specialising in pastoral care for many years and am responsible for Rendezvous - a Holiday at Home group for seniors, meeting during the summer and at Easter and Christmas.  I am involved with 'Open the Book', an assembly and collective worship resource for school. I work on a voluntary basis at Cambridgeshire  Coroners Court supporting families attending inquests. In my spare time, I enjoy the arts and singing. Some years ago I formed the theatre group 'Strictly Murder' performing Murder Mystery fundraising evenings for groups and societies. I am also a member of Rock Choir. Family commitments are a big part of my life and my 3 grandchildren keep me on my toes! 

☎ 07974082604
✉ anniepettifor@hotmail.com

I am an Authorised Local Minister and Church Warden and a retired built environment professional. Interested in old buildings and beautiful landscapes. Enjoys poetry, history, grandchildren and coffee. Wants to be organised but keeps putting it off!  

☎ 07532226443 or 01480 831077
✉ david.potter2012@btinternet.com