A former GP, hospital chaplain and songwriter (NoteForAChild), Susie now shares the thrill/exhaustion of leading a pastoral support team - Doctors4Doctors@CUH - birthed during COVID to support clinicians at Addenbrooke’s hospital, Cambridge. Her passion is to catalyse the ‘connecting up of fiery lights’ …170+ Christians in fellowship across the hospital.

David is the director of Workplace and Leadership at LICC. He helps Christians from every sector find their God-given purpose in work – to imagine how they can make a difference with Jesus, right where they are. Before he became a Rev, David worked in the global telecoms sector in the UK and Europe. He’s a family man who loves preaching, paddle boarding and motorbiking.

Austen has a fulfilling role as a Deputy Headteacher. He's also a keen runner, musician and writer, having written his first book 'Ever Present' in 2020. Austen is passionate about the spiritual benefits of distance running and what marathons have taught him about Christian faith.

Emma is a speaker, songwriter, and worship leader who serves her local church and others globally. She is the author of 'What Does It Matter?: Live with Less Stress and More Joy', named by HELLO! as a top book for positive change. Emma loves helping people encounter Jesus through Biblically grounded, accessible teaching.

Al leads SAINT, a thriving church on a mission to bring hope to the people of East London. He’s the founder of RENAISSANCE, a global movement helping people encounter their Creator, be equipped as creatives, and empowering churches to become cathedrals of creativity. He is a trustee of Alpha International and is married to Olivia, an architect. Al is the author of SPARK: Ignite Your God-Given Creativity.

Al will be speaking in the Minehead Gathering Celebration on Tuesday night.

Andrew Roberts is a husband, father, minister, writer and speaker based in the West Midlands. He is the author of the book Holy Habits and editor of the Holy Habits resource booklets and daily bible reflections. Previously he was Director of Training for Fresh Expressions. He loves all forms of sport and despite that supports Aston Villa.

Tobi Sho-Silva is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for Kidderminster Harriers and is the founder of F3 Football, an initiative dedicated to supporting Christian footballers in their faith both on and off the pitch. Having come through the academy at Charlton Athletic, he has built a respected career across the English football pyramid and has been part of promotion-winning teams.

Alongside his playing career, Tobi is committed to the holistic development of athletes. He holds postgraduate qualifications in Sport Business Management and has completed counselling training, equipping him to support players spiritually, mentally and personally. He is also the author of the forthcoming book More Than a Footballer, which explores identity, purpose, and holistic growth beyond the game.

F3 is a Christian charity committed to building faith and fellowship in and through football, creating a community where players can grow both in their game and in their walk with Christ. Through events, missions and exclusive player gatherings, F3 equips footballers to live out their faith, share the Gospel, and support one another in a professional environment. Since its inception, F3 has hosted over 50 events, impacted more than 2,500 lives, reached 12 countries, and connected a growing network of over 100 footballers worldwide. 

The BIG Sing Directors - Howard & Gemma Francis have performed with gospel legends including Bazil Meade & The London Community Gospel Choir, Andrae Crouch and Donnie McClurkin amongst many others.  Howard is also one of the finest gospel songwriters in the UK.   Together Gemma & Howard make an inimitable teaching duo and are excited to be coming to Skegness in 2026.

Paul is Artistic Director of Riding Lights Theatre Company. He trained in theatre at Bretton Hall and in comedy at Chicago’s Second City. He has made work with and for Audible, BBC, Bristol Old Vic, Cheltenham Everyman and York Theatre Royal as well as in prisons, recovery groups and with many marginalised communities.