Gospel Entrepreneurs

In this episode of Gospel Entrepreneurs, we sit down with Matt Parfitt from Nottingham, who transitioned from being a primary school teacher to setting up 'Grace Enterprises' after a life-changing trip to Africa. Matt discusses his journey, from starting a gardening business to founding multiple social enterprises, all aimed at creating life-changing jobs for people with major barriers to employment. He delves into the challenges and rewards of this path, the importance of holistic support, and the critical partnerships that have helped him and his wife Sam navigate this entrepreneurial adventure. Join us for an inspiring conversation about faith, risk, and sustainable impact in business.

In this episode, Roy interviews Gareth 'Gaz' Thompson, who runs Kingdom Wrestling. Gaz shares his background, including personal hardships and how wrestling became an escape and later a calling for him. He details the origins of Kingdom Wrestling, a project that uses professional wrestling to spread the gospel, including wrestling schools, events, and even 'wrestling church' sessions. Gaz also discusses his journey from facing personal struggles to blending his faith with his passion for wrestling, and the benefits and challenges of running this unique ministry. Tune in to hear about the powerful transformation and impact of Kingdom Wrestling.

Join Roy as he talks with Lara, a successful entrepreneur, in this episode of Gospel Entrepreneurs. Lara shares her compelling life journey of starting a business, dealing with setbacks, rekindling her Christian faith, and how her spirituality and entrepreneurial spirit intertwine. From her beginnings in a politically active family to her rise as a business owner, and the challenges she faced along the way, Lara’s story is filled with wisdom on faith, perseverance, and leadership. This episode highlights the importance of seeking wisdom, slowing down to pray, and trusting in God’s plan, even in the business world. Tune in to hear how Lara found her path back to faith, the role of a supportive family in her entrepreneurial success, and her ongoing journey of leading a thriving business while staying true to her spiritual values.

Join us on this enlightening episode of the UCB and Gospel Entrepreneurs Podcast as we chat with Jody Wainwright, joint managing director of Boodles. Jody shares his incredible journey of faith, from becoming a Christian at 19 to navigating his path in the family business. Discover how he balances his faith and his family, his experiences with YWAM, and the unique challenges of running a luxury jewelry company as a follower of Jesus. Learn about the importance of yielding to God's direction, integrating faith into business, and the power of compassion in the workplace. Don't miss Jody's inspiring story and valuable insights for entrepreneurs at any stage.

In this special episode of Gospel Entrepreneurs, we sit down with Simon Guillebaud, who has dedicated nearly 23 years of his life to transformative work in Burundi. Simon shares his incredible journey of setting up schools, orphanages, and a hotel while navigating life-threatening challenges and corruption. From his initial call to mission work to developing a successful conference center, Simon's story is a testament to faith-driven entrepreneurial spirit. Tune in to hear about his dramatic signs from God, experiences with danger, and enduring commitment to making a difference in one of the world's most challenging environments.

Anna Mathur is a renowned psychotherapist, author and podcaster who specialises in helping new mothers on their journey into parenthood. In this episode she discusses burnout, her journey own through motherhood, and the transformative power of compassion. Anna opens up about her personal story, her approach to therapy, and the challenges she faced, including a life-changing period of burnout. She also talks about her ventures into social media social media, starting a podcast during lockdown, and authored multiple books to connect deeply with her audience, all while navigating her faith journey intertwined with her entrepreneurial spirit. Listen to Anna's profound insights and invaluable tips for aspiring entrepreneurs, therapists, and anyone seeking to make a meaningful impact while balancing life's demands.

Having planted churches all over the world, Paul Sawrey shares with Roy about taking calculated risks, having a pioneering spirit and how sometimes God calls you to wait for the right time.

Christine shares her journey into entrepreneurship and how she was helped by those close to her during difficult times. From working in a team to going solo, balancing work with family life and rediscovering long forgotten skills, she explains to Roy how God was the guiding hand through everything.

Roy sits down with Dan Fryer of Jubilee Church Hull and discusses how his congregation has embraced practical ministries to help the homeless and others in the area, his thoughts on church planting and being open to opportunities from God.

Revd. Frog Orr-Ewing sits with Roy to discuss his entrepreneurial journey in the church, from leading a congregation in Peckham that saw incredible growth to overseeing a Minster in the Buckinghamshire countryside.

As a partner in a law firm, Paul spent a long part of his career trying to find the balance between his work and serving the church. Chatting with Roy, he explains how began to see his job could become his ministry and that bringing Christian values into the workplace can have an amazing impact.

Roy has a chat with Megan Gamble from HashtagMe, as they discuss developing ideas into businesses and how to keep God front and center in a non-Christian business.

Roy chats with Michael Yelland-Brown, creator of The Way, a digital youth ministry, about how we reach the younger generation with the Gospel.

As a hotelier in the beautiful Lake District, Simon Berry talks with Roy about having an entrepreneurial spirit since childhood, joining the family business and living out a life on integrity, no matter the situation.

Paul Cowley returns to update Roy Crowne on his job as Director for Rehabilitation for Iceland supermarket chain. He discusses what it’s like to have a background as a vicar and how this impacts his work as a director of the company while using his experience to reach out to those in prison and offer them employment.

Rachel Baker from The Living Room talks to Roy Crowne about her ministry in Tenerife. She discusses her work with teenagers in Sheffield, before she developed a heart for evangelism on short term mission trips. She talks about what inspired her to quit everything and move to Tenerife to bring light to those immersed in the difficult party culture. Gospel Entrepreneurs is a UCB Podcast in partnership with Revelation Trust.

Steve Gee returns to update Roy Crowne on planting a church in Milton Keynes and talks about his focus on community, discipleship, and mission. Steve discusses finding creative ways to be involved in his area through social media and partnering with local charities, and he tells of how Church planting is strengthened by using the skills of others and giving people the opportunity to get involved. Gospel Entrepreneurs is a UCB podcast in partnership with Revelation Trust.

LJ Watt from Hope for Every Home, Ireland talks to Roy Crowne about her journey to from a fractured upbringing to taking leaps of faith and finding innovative ways to serve the gospel. She discusses using God-given skills, being faithful, and never underestimating what God can do when you say yes to him. Gospel Entrepreneurs is a UCB Podcast in partnership with Revelation Trust.

Linda & Nick Castle, founders of CLO coffee, a coffee company with Christian ethics, join Roy to discuss their journey from knowing nothing about coffee to being a mainstay of festivals and churches across the UK. Gospel Entrepreneurs is a UCB Podcast in partnership with Revelation Trust.

Steve Gee joins Roy to share an update about planting a church in Milton Keynes. Gospel Entrepreneurs is a UCB podcast in partnership with Revelation Trust.