Lesley: Circuit Steward

Lesley Ward is one of five Circuit Stewards within our circuit.

Circuit stewards plays a vital role in the team which leads local churches within Methodist Circuits. They work in partnership with presbyters, deacons, church workers and other circuit stewards to enable individuals and communities to find fulfilment and belonging within the Church.

Together, the circuit stewards exercise a responsibility for the more practical aspects (such as property and finance), alongside a pastoral ministry to the ministers and their families. They share collective responsibility and oversight for the "spiritual and material well-being of the Circuit" alongside the Superintendent and other ministers in their circuit.

Lesley is a retired teacher. Married to Rev'd Steve Ward (Supernumerary Minister), Lesley is a key member of St Mark's Methodist Church.