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The Parish of Saint Columba, Anfield
Missionary Disciples: Pointing People to Jesus
Missionary Disciples: Pointing People to Jesus
The Vicar
Fr Daniel Howard SSC
Fr Daniel was collated as Vicar of St Columba's in February 2020, having served as the Curate from 2014-2017. Following his curacy he was Vicar of the parish of St Margaret & All Hallows, Orford, Warrington, with the additional responsibility as Deanery Lead for Discipleship & Leadership Development. Born and raised in Liverpool, Fr Daniel has been involved in the life of the Church since childhood. Upon completing his education, he read Theology at Liverpool Hope University, and spent twelve months undertaking pastoral work. He trained for the priesthood at St Stephen's House, Oxford, where he competed at Masters degree in Ecclesiastical History. Fr Daniel is married to Jessica who works for the Diocese of Liverpool and they have a son and a daughter. Fr Daniel is a priest of the Society of St Wilfrid & St Hilda.
The Honorary Assistant Priest
Fr Tom Allen
Fr Tommy plays an active role in the sacramental and pastoral life of the parish. He was Curate of Upholland before returning to Liverpool as Vicar of St Aidan's, Walton in 1993, retiring in 2007. He now enjoys a busy retirement.
The Reader
Adrian Manson
Adrian supports the life of the parish in multiple ways. In his ministry as a reader he is licensed to preach and often leads the daily round of prayer.
A longstanding member of Saint Columba's, Adrian is an altar server, he sits on the PCC and represents the parish at Deanery and Diocesan Synod.
The Parish Centre Manager
Sharon Oulton
Sharon manages the day to day running of the Parish Centre, and runs Columba's Cafe. She is the first line of contact for queries regarding the centre.
The Church Warden
Irene Campbell
The Church Warden
Jeff Brandwood
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