Dai taught Physics and Chemistry for nearly 20 years before moving to a Special School catering for pupils with learning difficulties.

During his teaching career he served as a local secretary and negotiator for a Teacher Trade Union.

Dai has been a Christian from his youth being brought up in a Methodist Chapel in South Wales.  He joined Grays Baptist Tabernacle (now GBC) in 1973 following his baptism.
He was elected to the deaconate in Nov 1976 and became one of the first Elders to be appointed in Nov 1995.               

In the past Dai has taught Sunday School, led the Youth Group and was also Worship Leader.

Dai is married to Jane. They have four children and six grandchildren. 

Dai is a keen sportsman having in his younger days captained Thurrock Teacher’s Football Club and later played rugby for Thurrock Rugby Club.

Tony is a passionate and dedicated Baptist minister who brings 10 years of ministry experience to the GBC family.  Studying Theology at Spurgeon's College, Tony graduated with a BA Hons in 2016, followed by accreditation 2019 in Pastoral Supervision.

Not only is he committed to spreading faith, love and hope, but he is also passionate about making music, singing, worship leading, telling stories through making videos, writing articles, appearing on podcasts and keeping fit - especially skipping!

Since joining us in November 2022, he has become an active member of the Independent Advisory Group for Essex Police in an effort to promote good relationships between the police and the community of Grays.

Tony is ready to lead us into a new era of faith and growth within the church and community.

Sue faithfully serves on the diaconate and is the church's Treasurer and Volunteer Administrator. 

Sue loves to sing and is a member of Thurrock Gospel Choir.