Who’s Who

Clair Jaquiss

I’ve been Vicar here since November 2017 and on the team at All Saints since 2011.  I worked for many years as a radio producer with the BBC.  I present Daily Service on Radio 4 and Pause for Thought on Radio 2 from time to time still.  Kevin, my husband, is a lawyer and a Methodist Local Preacher.  I’m in the parish two days a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) with another half day depending on what’s going on.  We have three grown up daughters:  Mary, Lizzie and Cathy and four grandchildren.  I enjoy theatre, music and food.  You might occasionally see me out jogging.  I’m happy to wave but often don’t have enough breath to speak.

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Gordon Herron, Associate Priest

I joined the All Saints team a couple of years ago or so.  I spent much of my ministry as Parish Priest in the Manchester Diocese in the Gorton area.  Officially I am retired, but am very much active in the parish.  Before I was ordained I worked as a psychotherapist.  I am married to Shirley.  I’m a Liverpool supporter but look kindly on all the Man City supporters in the congregation.

Paul Reilly, Churchwarden

We moved to Hale Barns in 1975 as I was working on the nuclear engineering site at Risley. I had a number of different roles including Head of Personnel and Head of Rewards & Benefits. I was seconded to The Prince’s Trust where I dealt with young people in Greater Manchester who wished to move into self employment which was interesting and unusual. I have also had a long association with Elmridge and its associated schools and was Chairman of Trustees until the merger with Bright Futures Academy Trust.

Stephen Locke, Churchwarden

I have lived in Hale Barns since 1992.  I am a retired Solicitor having had my own practice in Timperley until 2013 and prior to retirement was a partner with Slater Heelis.

I am married to Valerie.  We have two sons both of whom attended local schools.

My interests are sport and music.  I played rugby and cricket for clubs in the locality and am a qualified cricket and rugby union coach.  For a number of yers I coached rugby and cricket at junior level.  I am a keen supporter of Manchester United, Lancashire County Cricket and Sale Sharks.

June Tracey, Safe Guarding Officer

I’ve lived in Hale Barns since 1978 and have never failed to find support and fellowship from being part of the congregation at All Saints.  Having been a Churchwarden I’ve been able to make a significant  contribution to the life of the church.  My working life centered on education, initially as a teacher of mathematics and physics at Altrincham Grammar School, then as a headteacher and school inspector.  I was awarded an MBE for my work in education.  It has been a privilege to watch children develop and mature, including through Little Saints (our junior church) where they experience the love of God and its impact on their lives.

Caroline Cordery, Parochial Church Council (PCC) Secretary

I’ve lived in Hale Barns since 1978 and been PCC Secretary for coming up 15 years. Brought up in London, I came up to Manchester to do my degree and stayed to do my PhD. Meeting my future husband, we chose to live in Hale Barns because it suited both our careers. I worked for Unilever for 34 years in Research & Development, working all over the world. On retiring, I set up my own business, helping individuals write their CVs and LinkedIn, and helping small companies write their LinkedIn Profiles. I just like helping people. When not working I enjoy gardening, my cats, and playing tennis and golf…but most of all…water-skiing at Sale Water Park.

Chris Williams, Treasurer

I moved to Hale Barns at secondary school age and worshipped at All Saints church accompanying my mother, Jenny, who became an active member of the congregation.  A few years later I was confirmed.  In 1990 I completed school at Altrincham Grammar, and moved away for University and Employment for a number of years, but would always attend church when visiting.  Then in 2002 I returned to the area for work and re-joined the congregation.  Since then I have gradually helped out more with various duties.  It was a great pleasure and memorable event to marry my wife Alyson, at All Saints, in 2008, supported by the family, friends and the congregation.

Elaine Waters, Parish Administrator

I’m a local girl who took up the role as Parish Administrator in January 2012. Most of you may recognise me from walking my tri coloured cocker spaniel called Meg around the neighbourhood. I have a son called Matthew who is currently teaching at Primary school in Knutsford.  I enjoy walking, the theatre, eating out and I’m happiest when being out with my family and friends walking in the Countryside, especially around Dunham Massey and Tatton Park, but always making sure that we have time to call for some lovely refreshments before heading home.

Debbie Buckley, Pastoral Care Coordinator

My parents moved to Hale Barns when I was a few months old. I went to College in Ipswich when I was 18 to study residential Child Care.   After qualifying I went to work in Rawtenstall. In 1968 Steven and I were married at All Saints Church where I have worshipped all my life. We have three children, two daughter in-laws and five beautiful grandchildren who all live in the area. All my life has been very happily spent in Hale Barns.

Our other staff and officers:

  • Alison Gee – Organist