We are pleased to welcome Rev Tim Presswood as Transitional Regional Minister for NWBA. Tim began his role on a full-time basis at the beginning of January, and will take responsibility for overseeing church and ministry support within the Association, with a particular emphasis on implementing and developing the outcomes of the Baptist Futures Process.

Tim has served as one of the ministers at Mersey Street Baptist Tabernacle, Openshaw for some years and brings a wealth of experience of working in a variety of community projects and initiatives. He is co-author of Crumbs of Hope a collection of prayers and reflections inspired by his experiences of Urban Ministry.

Tim has held high profile roles in a number of community and statutory organisations, including chair of Manchester Credit Union which has grown to be one of the largest and most succesful in Europe. Tim is also part of the Urban Expression Church Planters Network, in which he serves as treasurer. He has also served as NWBA Network Minister for South and Central Manchester.

As part of his appointment process, Tim prepared and presented a poemprayer - Through it he offers an inspiring vision for our Association and our common engagement in the mission of God. You can download and read it by clicking on this link