Revd Stephen J Gaukroger BA, MBA
Stephen is a globally respected Christian Leader and author with over 40 years in ministry. He has had opportunities to preach, teach and consult in more than 50 different countries to other leaders from church, political and business backgrounds.
Stephen’s ministry began in a local church context, after gaining a degree in business administration, then a theological degree and pastoral diploma from Spurgeon’s College. During his years as a local church leader Stephen was also President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain (1994-1995), which enabled him to engage with leaders of other denominations as well as those in the political and business arenas. This role opened up a number of strategic opportunities that grew Stephen’s passion for preaching and teaching internationally and laid the groundwork for his current ministry as Founder and Leader of Clarion International Trust. He has been a personal friend of Keith our president since 1975 when they were at Spurgeon’s together and his wisdom and guidance has proved such a benefit in the development of Langley Institute of Ministry.
Alongside this ministry, Stephen is also hugely involved in a wide variety of Christian initiatives, both in the UK and internationally. He is a Vice-President of the Bible Society and an Ambassador for the Haggai Institute. He holds positions on a number of Councils of Reference, both as a member and as Chair, including Open Doors, Jews for Jesus and The Rooftop International Ministries. He works closely with Agape Europe in an advisory capacity. He’s also Patron of Viva – an international organisation that works with vulnerable children round the world.
A prolific author, Stephen has written more than 20 books, edited a variety of Bible study series and small group resources and authored numerous articles and blogs.
Stephen is also a keen Man Utd supporter, loves Boxfit (!) and is an avid reader of political biographies. He enjoys spending time with his family – his wife Janet, their three adult children and their five grandchildren.
