Gareth is and ex-dentist who has worked in church based families, children and youth ministry for over 30 years. He, along with his wife Claire, work to develop pastoral support for families, children and youth workers and are part of a church plant in Walkley, Sheffield. 

They have 4 grown up children and are foster carers. Gareth loves a good workout, a walk in the hills and steak and chips on a tray in front of a great movie.