Who's who in Public Theology

Head of Public Affairs: Don Horrocks

Don Horrocks, Head of Public Affairs,spent 25 years in business in corporate banking and management consultancy. Completed a theological PhD at London Bible College in 2001 and headed up the Evangelical Alliance's Policy Commission for 3 years.

Don was appointed Head of Public Affairs for the Alliance in September 2001. He has edited books on transsexuality and GM crops and foods. A Research Fellow at London Bible College, Don is married with 3 children.

Head of Theology: Dr Justin Thacker

Dr Justin Thacker is the Head of Theology at the Evangelical Alliance UK. Justin’s first career was as a medical doctor, specialising in paediatrics. He worked in the UK for 5 years before spending a year as a doctor in Kenya. On return from Kenya, Justin embarked on a series of theological studies, beginning with the Cornhill Training Course, then a BA in Theology from the London School of Theology, and finally a PhD from Kings College London.

Justin is an Elder of the United Reformed Church, a research fellow at the London School of Theology, has an active preaching ministry, is on the council of Scripture Union and has led a Scripture Union holiday for children with special needs for the last nine years. He is married to Cathi, and has three children. In his spare time, he enjoys film, plays squash and supports Arsenal.

Email Justin: j.thacker@eauk.org

Parliamentary Officer: Gareth Wallace

Gareth Wallace, Parliamentary Officer for the Alliance in Westminster, is a Graduate in Politics and History from Brunel University.

He has worked for Her Majesties Inspectorate of Prisons at the Home Office as well as working in Westminster for the leader of one of the main UK political parties. His has also worked as assistant to a UK Christian leader experienced in media and public affairs.

Gareth joined the Public Theology team in August 2003 and has met with Government Ministers and MP’s on a wide range of issues. He has lobbied, campaigned and appeared in the media on issues such as Gambling, Asylum, International Development, Religious Liberty and Equality legislation.

Gareth speaks at Evangelical Alliance member churches on the topic of Christian Political Engagement and presents a monthly radio political prayer slot.

In his spare time Gareth enjoys reading, watching movies and driving. He is a member of a car club and has taken part in a Charity Fundraising banger race across the Sahara desert.

Public Theology Researcher and Administrator: Susannah Clark

Susannah graduated this summer from St John’s College, Cambridge in Theology, with a particular interest in New Testament Studies and World Christianity.

At university Susannah enjoyed sport, music and was the welfare officer for the college student union. Before university she first spent a gap year working with the Oasis Trust in South Africa. Her interest in Africa didn’t stop there and she proceeded to return in the university summer holidays.