The Eldership Team

Pastor Alan Murphy

Alan comes from the east end of London, and after a short career in banking, became pastor of Wilmington Christian fellowship in 1987. After 20 years, he became freelance by working with several churches and exercising a broader ministry.

In 2011, while helping New Barn Christian Fellowship, he was appointed as their permanent part-time minister.  Alan visits schools across the country and teaches history through re-enactment and workshops. He has four grown-up children and eight grandchildren.

Lynne Bishop - Elder

Lynne has been a member of New Barn Christian Fellowship along with her husband Paul for around 18 years.  Music and playing the cello has always been a big part of life and now enjoys playing and worshipping God in the Worship Team music group.  Born disabled (minus a right hand), Lynne was raised to overcome obstacles and prejudices that came across her path and, as a result, feels that God has called her to have a particular affinity with those who are vulnerable or face challenges in their lives. 

Working as a civil servant, Lynne is part of disability groups within the workplace to offer help and guidance to others.  Lynne draws on the Bible passage John 9 v1-5 regularly as anyone, whether disabled, vulnerable or those merely going through a tough time, can have God’s works displayed in them and hopes to live her own life so that His works may be visible through her.  Now a member of the Eldership Team, Lynne feels that God is using her for a new purpose and direction.