Andrew Ollerton BSc (Bristol), BA (Bristol), MTh (Wales)
Lecturer in Applied Theology
After reading geography at Bristol University, Andrew completed pastoral ministry training at Hebron evangelical church, Bristol and gained significant leadership experience, whilst completing a second degree in theology at Bristol Baptist College.
In 2004, Andrew moved to Cornwall to be lead pastor of Light and Life church, Penzance. He was ordained as a Free Methodist minister and given oversight of four churches, numbering 650 people, with a staff team of 10. During this time Andrew founded the church’s bible school and completed an MTh in Theology.
Andrew is a UCCF Associate Staff Worker and founded Souled Out Cymru, a network trains and equips young people for Missional Leadership. Andrew has published at both academic and popular level. He is also the author of the Bible Course, a practical course to help read the Bible that is being used by churches across the UK.
Andrew enjoys sports such as mountaineering, rugby and fell running. His perfect day off would be a long fun with his dogs (Will & Ben), a big breakfast with his kids (Joel & Lucy) and a great film with his wife, Charlotte.
