Father Brian Ralph has been the Vicar of St Barnabas Bethnal Green for over two decades, focusing on urban ministry. Educated in Theology at Oxfords St Stephens House, he is known for founding the "Bowstock" community music festival to unite local residents and showcase voluntary groups.
Nicknamed the "rock vicar, " he is a fan of punk bands like The Damned and UK Subs, a passion stemming from his youth in a punk band. He is also a supporter of the Aston Villa football club and, following a back injury, became a qualified Pilates instructor in 2018.
In his youth, Father Brian was in a punk rock band and had a blue Mohican.
Father Brian Ralph
Founding director at St Barnabas Community Fete (Bowstock)
United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Community Festivals
He founded and directed the St Barnabas Community Fete, or "Bowstock, " a music festival that ran for ten years to bring local people together.
Punk Rock
A lifelong fan of the genre, he was in a punk band in his youth and still listens to bands like The Damned and The Screaming Dead.
Urban Ministry
Has dedicated over 30 years to working in East End London parishes, with a focus on helping communities facing poverty and deprivation.
Media Appearances
Father Brian Ralph, Vicar. Featured in St Barnabas Bethnal Green
Work History
6-2003
Founding director at St Barnabas Community Fete (Bowstock)
5-2001
Vicar at St Barnabas Bethnal Green
5-1995 - 4-2001
Team Vicar at St John on Bethnal Green
6-1992 - 6-1994
Curate at St Michael & All Angels, Yeovil
Education
1989 - 1992
Certificate of Theology from St Stephen's House, Oxford
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Location : United Kingdom
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Founding director at St Barnabas Community Fete (Bowstock)
