Paul Bennett

Director

Paul has been the Centre Director since 2001, prior to this he was a church based youth worker in London.  He has also been involved in the management of residental housing for people with learning difficulties.  He is a member of the British Youth for Christ Local Ministries team with responsibilty for supporting Youth for Christ centres in the South West and pioneering new expressions of Youth for Christ in the region.

Paul loves cycling and is a fan of Southampton FC. 

Matt Craig

Youth Work Lead

Matt joined the team in 2023. He has previously been a church based youth worker and prior to that he was in retail management. 

Matt enjoys telling bad jokes, as well as talking about Manchester United. He is keen on most sports.

Geraldine Luffrum

Bookkeeper

Geraldine is a whizz with figures and makes all things financial seem much simpler. She can often be found being taking for a walk by her dog Alfie.

Becca Jackman

Youth Worker

Becca splits her time as youth worker between us and Hillview Church in Hucclecote. Becca moved here in September 2025; before this she was a Youth Worker in a church in North Wales.

When she is not at work, she loves going on walks with her husband Sam and their dog Archie. She’s also a huge board game fan and loves to spend time in nature.

Bean Baker

Youth Worker

Bean splits his time as a Youth Worker between Hesters Way Baptist Church and Youth for Christ, having joined the team in May 2026.

When he's not at work, Bean loves making music, whether that's playing guitar or writing songs. He is also known for cooking amazing chillis and curries for family and friends—and insists they are probably the best ever made, a claim that remains unverified despite years of enthusiastic promotion.

Bean is married to Sarah, and they have three wonderfully awesome children.

Sarah Hogan

Administrator

Sarah joined the team as administrator in January 2024 on a freelance basis. She has a huge heart for young people and has previously been a youth worker in Oxfordshire.

When she's not being an admin ninja, you'll find Sarah walking her dog, George, playing board games, crafting, or enjoying time with her husband, Harry.

Laura Kotter

Youth Worker

Laura is on a gap year as a youth worker and joined the team in February 2026.

More about Laura coming soon...