John Samuel
Director for Hampshire and Dorset
John was brought up in a Christian family and came to his own faith in the Lord Jesus as a child. He studied law at university and practised as a solicitor in his 20s.
After a degree in theology, he went into pastoral ministry, serving as a pastor in Ireland for 19 years and London for 11 years. He retired at Senior Minister of Duke Street Church in Richmond Upon Thames in July 2023.
John now lives in Southampton and serves as FIEC's Director for Hampshire and Dorset, supporting church leaders in the area and helping churches work together to reach the region for Christ.
He is married to Jo, a GP. God has given them three children and, as of 2023, two grandchildren. John's hobbies include playing tennis and the piano.
