Redeemer Church Plymouth is led by a team of elders/pastors who prayerfully guide, oversee, and care for the life of our church. They play a key role in shaping the vision and spiritual direction of Redeemer. They’re supported by a dedicated team of staff, trustees, and deacons who help carry out the day-to-day running of the church and support everything we do as a community.
Scroll down to get to know some of the people who help make Redeemer feel like home.
Grant Van Schalkwyk - Lead Elder & Pastor, Redeemer Plymouth
Grant and Suze moved to Plymouth in 2009 when Grant became one of the elders and the full time pastor at Redeemer. Grant also has the privilege of being the chaplain at Plymouth Albion R.F.C. Suze currently works in the church office on the Operations & Administration team. In their spare time they enjoy walks along the South West Coast Path, travel, watching rugby, good food and spending time with friends and family.
Toby Friend Elder & Pastor - Operations & Finance Manager, Redeemer Plymouth
Toby came to Plymouth from Sussex to study and having joined Redeemer Church (then known as Waterfront Church) as a student he decided to stay. Katy moved from Sussex when the couple married after university. Toby now works as our Operations and Finance Manager and is chair of Redeemer Trust. Toby and Katy enjoy walking and spending time with friends. Toby also has a real love of stargazing.
Phil Lowman - Elder & Pastor
Phil officially became an elder at Redeemer in October 2024. He works full-time as the UCCF South West team leader. Phil spent a year in Sweden before pursuing his bachelor's degree in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics. In his leisure time, he enjoys reading, football, and visiting pubs with friends.
Aimee Van Schalkwyk - Youth Leader, Redeemer Plymouth
Aimee works part-time at Redeemer Church as the youth leader. Passionate about inspiring young people, she creates fun, welcoming spaces where can grow in faith, build friendships, and be part of a supportive community.
Rob Fowler - Kids & Families Pastor - Redeemer Plymouth
Rob is our full-time Kids & Families Pastor and also serves as our Safeguarding Lead. He is passionate about supporting children, families, and the wider church community, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for all.
Andrew Larkin - Lead Elder & Pastor - Redeemer Stoke
Andrew is married to Fatima and Dad to Carolina. He grew up in Woking before moving to Exeter to study Theology and then moved to Plymouth in 2010 to join the church. In 2019 he became an elder is now working for Redeemer full time. Fatima combines being a wonderful Mum and working as a Doctor at Derriford Hospital.