Members of the St George's Church staff team introduce themselves in their own words.

Revd James Barnett
"I'm originally from Halifax but have travelled around a bit.

I’m a passionate sort of person. If I do something it’s all or nothing, so I’m passionate about God, my family and sport. I’m a sports fanatic, particularly rugby and the only sport I don’t really ‘get’ is golf. I also love music.

I’m the Team Vicar at St George’s.

I was brought up in a Christian family so have never known a time without God. I’ve known times when I’ve run from him or he’s seemed distant, but he’s always been a huge part of my life. Uni was a big step. I went ready to give up being a Christian and left heading to be ordained.

Prior to coming to St George’s, I was a student studying physics but changing to theology, but in between time I’ve played semi-pro rugby league – I’ve probably played too much rugby! Until recently I was a curate at St Paul’s in Bolton.

My vision is to see myself and everyone at St G’s to grow in intimacy, in knowledge and in willingness to serve God. Being part of a church that dares to love in a way that is exciting and that prays and prays and prays…

I’m married to Clare with a daughter, Molly. And I support Everton (Clare and Molly don’t!)"
james.barnett@stgeorgesleeds.org.uk