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Who’s who

Rev Dr Edward Pillar

Revd Dr Edward Pillar (Minister) has been in ministry for over thirty years, leading the church here in Evesham since 1995. He holds a PhD in Biblical Studies.
He is married to Sarah and they have two children – Zoe and Isaac – and Edward can often be seen walking their dog – Grace – to get exercise for both of them. Edward is a Governor at Prince Henry’s High School, Chair of Trustees of Evesham Street Pastors, and a trustee of the Heart of England Baptist Association.


Andy Foster (Deacon)

Andy Foster (Deacon) – helps oversee the church and has particular involvement with finance and music. His day job is as a support worker for adults with learning disabilities and autism.


Derek Markie (Deacon)

Derek Markie (Deacon) – convenes the Fabric Team and arranges Lettings for the new church building. He also leads the welcome/steward’s team and covers Health & Safety issues.


Catherine Watton (Deacon), known as “Put” (but pronounced as in the golf “Putt”), was elected in late 2023. Put is one of our Worship Team singers; she has the concept of church prayer on her heart and has arranged prayer activities over the past couple of years.


Hilary Brotherton (Deacon) has attended EBC since 1997 and has been involved in many different activities over the years.  Currently part of the welcome team, Prayer and Pastoral Care, Hilary was elected as a Deacon in June 2024. Beyond EBC she is a Street Pastor and works as a Mental Health Practitioner in Evesham