Meet the Revd David Salsbury, Moderator for the National Synod of Wales. David provides spiritual and pastoral leadership to the Synod, it’s churches, ministers, and Church Related Community Workers (CRCWs). He collaborates with the Synod Support Team to advance the mission and discipleship priorities of the Synod and the United Reformed Church. David encourages the […]
Synod Treasurer & URC Wales Trust Secretary: Chris
Chris is the Company Secretary for the United Reformed Church (Wales) Trust Company Limited and Synod Treasurer for the United Reformed Church National Synod of Wales. The two roles cover a range of practical and compliance issues from finance to governance.
Synod Clerk: Megan
Megan’s role is to support the work of the Synod in various ways, but especially by helping individuals and churches connect to Synod resources in a way that supports them in their life and witness. She is also a point of contact between the Synod and the wider United Reformed Church through General Assembly, Assembly […]
Trust Officer: Claire
Claire is responsible for the URC (Wales) Trust’s governance and compliance, including HR. She facilitates the Finance and Property Board and manages paperwork relating to property transactions. Claire also provides a link between the Trust and churches, advising and ensuring adherence to Trust and statutory requirements.
Property Officer & Project Manager: Joel
Joel works alongside local churches to help them translate their mission and vision into the practicality of suitable property development. He assists congregations in managing church buildings, graveyards and manses. Joel also provides project management support to churches.
Administration Officer: Maggie
Maggie undertakes various administrative tasks, including taking minutes for meetings and updating the synod database. Maggie is also the Lay Preaching Advocate and supports lay preachers throughout the synod.
PA to the Moderator & Administration Manager
Cathy is Personal Assistant to the Moderator and Administration Manager. Cathy supports the Moderator as they carry out their duties and manages his calendar and events. She organises the Moderator’s worship commitments, churches who would like to receive a visit from the Moderator can organise this through her. As Administration Manager she provides administration […]
Safeguarding Officer: Lee
Lee is a former Detective Sergeant with over 30 years of experience with Gwent Police. He has worked extensively in public protection and major crime, leading complex investigations and supporting vulnerable people. Lee is the first point of contact for any safeguarding concerns and can be contacted by email or phone on 07883 361093.
Officer for Ecumenical & Inter-faith Relations: Martin
Martin offers guidance and support to churches in ecumenical situations, and works closely with Cytûn and other ecumenical bodies in Wales. He represents the Synod’s interests in ecumenicism issues as well as in matters of inter-faith social justice.
Training & Development Officer: Jason
Jason works with local churches and ministers to identify and develop training needs, and implements the Synod’s strategy for training and development.









