The Rev Richard Coles – Guest Speaker
There aren’t many Church of England priests that can claim to have had a British Number 1 hit single… in fact, to date, Richard Coles is the one and only; as part of the highly successful pop duo the Communards.
In his popular after-dinner speech, From Pop Star To Parson, Richard tells a story as real as it is unlikely.
He connects the euphoria and mayhem of being ‘Top of The Pops’ in the 80s — which resonates with audiences of that era — to his more recent circumstances as Church of England priest, radio broadcaster, television presenter and best-selling author — which resonates with all sorts of people — and enables him to reach a wide audience, answering amongst many burning questions, “How do you go from pop star to priest? And why?”
Rachael (Instagram: @rachael.aerialist) is a talented aerial artist with an 
impressive career, performing across Europe, the USA, and the Middle East. Known for her breathtaking performances, Rachael’s versatile skills include aerial silks, hoop, and sling, making her a sought-after performer in professional theatre, and a regular sight in high end cruise ship productions. In addition to her performance career, Rachael is also a dedicated instructor, sharing her passion and expertise with aspiring aerialists.
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