Journey in to Prayer

I was originally a trustee with Hand to Mouth, but later brought the idea of An Amazing Journey. Since then I have developed all 14! I’ve always had a passion for children and working with them is my dream job!

I joined Hand to Mouth in 2018 having left my job as a Secondary Teacher with no idea how exciting my future work would be! My passion is writing and delivering exciting, creative and enriching RE experiences. Everything gets tested on my own children first.

A creative mother of two young boys. I also love the outdoors and camping. Excited to bring my script writing skills to hand to mouth to build on what we already have to offer.

I have worked in schools for about 25 years, having a break to have my 3 now grown up children. My favourite and most rewarding time has been with Hand to Mouth over the last 7 years where I continue to be amazed and inspired by the children we meet and engage with. I love that I continue to learn with and from them each day.

I am a mother of three children and the wife of a vicar! When I haven't been a full-time mum, I've clocked up over ten years classroom experience in three different schools. I love being in a learning environment with children, not least because I find that they have so much to teach us. I have a passion for sharing the good news of Jesus and the love of God.

Hi, I am Barbara Dixon, chair of the Trustees this year. I, alongside Margaret am a founder member of Hand to Mouth and am astounded at what God has done with our humble talents. I am retired now and love to go out on a bicycle for fresh air and exercise. Being a trustee is a privilege and we are working hard to make sure that our organisation continues for many years.

I absolutely love the work that Hand to Mouth do in schools; telling children, staff, volunteers, about the great news of what Jesus has done for them. Also, helping others explore their own faith and spirituality. I worked for Hand to Mouth for 2 years and loved it! I was really disappointed when my career changed path, so leapt at the opportunity to serve as a trustee. My role as treasurer fits in well with my skills and passion, it also gives me a great opportunity to help out where I can with other aspects of the charity and offer prayerful and practical support.

I have worked as a volunteer for Hand to Mouth for seven years, and when I was approached to become a Trustee, I was eager to get involved in this wonderful Charity. My background in Secondary Education teaching creative arts and as a Head of Year have given me lots of skills to contribute as a Trustee.
I am a creative thinker and am passionate about working with children to further their spiritual development.

Hello! I’m Bethan and I only joined Hand To Mouth as a trustee in 2019, but I remember watching HTM’s puppet shows from a very young age! I am already enjoying being a part of a charity that strives to spread the word of god through creative and engaging activities for children. As a management graduate, I enjoy using my admin and organisation skills to make a positive impact and HTM was a great way for me to do that! It’s encouraging to see the positive work the team do in schools and I can’t wait to see what God has planned for us all!

I really value the work hand to mouth are doing in primary schools, encouraging children’s spirituality.

As a trustee I am keen to bring my background in business to support hand to mouth so that we continue to move forward and grow, to remain sustainable and in doing so to reach more children.

I have worked for many years in export in an office environment, and I felt that this was experience that I could bring to HTM. I have been connected with HTM for many years before becoming a trustee and love the fact that we can share the love of Jesus with thousands of children each year.

I am 37 years young, Yorkshire born and bred with nearly 20 years’ experience in the finance industry. I am currently working at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, as well as being a volunteer for several charities including the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. I love to support Hand to Mouth in their daily quest to pass on the word of God through their fun and creative activities.

I have been a trustee since Hand to Mouth first formed. In my paid employment I worked with children, and love the fact that I can continue to do that with Hand to Mouth. I am a committed volunteer, working both in schools and in preparation days. In the past I have been chief prompt with the puppets!

I'm married and have two grown up daughters. Why am I involved with HTM? I have always been a Christian and for as long as I can remember I've been involved in working with children. I love the honesty you see and hear when children react and respond to new experiences. HTM provide opportunities for this in bucket loads. They enable children to explore their feelings, their faith and that of others, and to develop their understanding without judgement. Need I say more?

If you would like to consider joining us as a trustee, we would love to hear from you!

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