Our Minister
Joseph Amoah became Minister of St Paul’s in 2024, bringing the vibrant energy of East London. Originally from Ghana, Joe moved to Hackney at nine and later studied Computer Science and Business before following a deeper calling into Theology. A passionate sports fan, Joe loves football and table tennis, and as a proud football purist and lifelong Arsenal FC supporter, he rides every high and low of the season! Above all, Joe’s greatest passion is sharing the life-changing message of Jesus Christ. Whether through preaching, pastoral care, or community engagement, his heart is to help people encounter the transforming love of God.
Our Elders
Elders work alongside the Minister to teach, lead, and provide pastoral care for the church. They also serve as charity trustees, ensuring that the church’s resources are managed wisely and in line with charity law.
Erica Miller
Church Secretary
Erica is a proud Scot from Edinburgh and spent her career in teaching. She has served as an elder at St Paul’s for over 35 years and is our Church Secretary. She loves pastoral care, helping others know God’s love, and enjoys travel, theatre, keep‑fit, and books.
Phil Daggett
Phil became an elder at St Paul’s in 2017 and brings real passion and energy to serving the church. Born and raised in Wetherby, he is married to Lisa with two grown‑up children. A keen sports fan, he enjoys football, tennis and early‑morning runs. John 8:12 inspires his desire to help share Christ’s light in Harrogate.
Mary Ann Steers
Mary Ann became an elder in 2004. Originally from the Isle of Lewis, she joined St Paul’s in 1994 after moving from Edinburgh and has served in junior church, housekeeping, and as Church Secretary (2019–2024). She now serves as an elder, is part of the pastoral care team, and is the church’s Safeguarding Coordinator. She enjoys gardening and travelling.
Chris Harwood
Anne Mitchell
Anne was born in Edinburgh and joined St Paul’s after moving to Harrogate and raising her three children. She has served in guiding, worked with the 11+ group, and became an elder in 2024. She is part of the Pastoral Care Team and finds her faith strengthened through this work. She enjoys time with her husband, meeting friends, and playing golf in good weather.
Fiona Turnbull
Fiona was born in Halifax and moved to Harrogate in 1991 after her marriage. With a background in nursing, analytical chemistry and primary teaching, she now leads St Paul’s Junior Church. She became an elder after serving on the Vacancy Committee post‑lockdown. Fiona loves family life, cooking for local charities, and watching the squirrels in her garden.
Helen Morton
Julie Sanderson
Treasurer
Julie, Harrogate born and bred, began attending St Paul’s in 1994 after the birth of her first son. She became an elder in 2017 and has served as Treasurer since 2018, drawing on her accounting background. Now retired, she enjoys meeting friends, exploring Yorkshire with her husband, and plenty of fresh‑air walks.
Our Pastoral Care Team works closely with the Elders to ensure that everyone in our congregation feels known, valued, and supported.
Management Committee
Our Management Committee (Deacons) supports the practical needs of church life, working closely with the Elders to ensure everything runs smoothly.