Jane was inducted as our full time Minister on the 31st July 2022. She was formally the Chaplain at Havens Hospice Chaplain for 9 years. Prior to that Jane was Pastor at Leigh Beck Baptist Church on Canvey Island.  Interestingly, Jane was originally Ordained into the ministry at Avenue 12 years ago!

She is now looking forward to what God will do and how we can be like Jesus in serving the community altogether.

Jane met husband Peter at Birmingham Bible College and they have been married for 32 years. Jane and Peter have two lovely daughters and two beautiful grandchildren.

Jane enjoys swimming and watching Wimbledon!

Stephen is our Church Secretary and one of his main responsibilities is the overall smooth running of the church. This involves liaising with church groups and outside bodies such as the Baptist Union, Local Council, Insurers etc. Stephen is married and has two grown up children and is a passionate Southend United supporter who enjoys his allotment and going to the theatre.

Lauren is our Site Co-ordinator, she moved to Westcliff 7 years ago. Married to Andi, they have 2 young boys.

Lauren liaises with all the various groups that make use of the Church premises. She diligently ensures the church is secure, clean and well maintained.

Lauren enjoys dancing, going on holidays and spending quality time with family and friends.

Litza has been our child and family worker since May 2023. She has been a member of Avenue for over 20 years, previously serving as a Sunday School leader. 

She has taken on the role of supporting our growing number of children and young people, as well as families, attending the various groups and clubs in the church throughout the week and on Sundays. She thoroughly enjoys using her gifts to connect with and bless others. 

Litza has two daughters and four grandchildren who enrich her life and keep her busy.

Rebecca is our current intern. She has four children and decided in June 2025 to give up her corporate role, as she felt a call to do God's work. She's currently enrolled in Bible college as she looks towards the path of become a Baptist minister. She currently leads our teenage Footsteps group, helps in Waves, Little Pebbles and Crumbles groups. She also runs our tiktok page bringing our community outreach to a wider audience.