Michelle Nunn announced as the Principal of Regents Theological College
Elim's National Leadership Team is pleased to announce that Michelle Nunn has been appointed as Principal of Regents Theological College, the national training centre for Elim
Michelle brings extensive public and private leadership experience, along with a wealth of pastoral and ministry experience. She will build upon the excellent work of her predecessor, Dave Newton, when she takes up the role from 1 August 2024.
Michelle said about her appointment, “I am thrilled to be joining Regents at this pivotal time when we will be celebrating the College's centenary and ensuring that our mission continues to engage and expand. I look forward to working with the team to build upon the College's strong foundations, accelerate growth, amplify the voice, and broaden reach and influence, reinforcing the College as one of the leading Pentecostal Theological Colleges in Europe.”
Mark Pugh, Elim’s new General Superintendent, commented, “We are delighted that Michelle is going to lead the College through its centenary year in 2025 and into a new phase of its life as a central part of Elim’s vision to develop leaders who are able to make a significant impact for the Kingdom of God.”
Chris Cartwright, who has worked alongside Michelle on Elim’s National Leadership Team, added, “Michelle brings years of leading organisations and churches through significant change. Her wisdom and experience will mean that the College will not only navigate all the challenges that exist in the world of further education but will be able to lead the College team that will continue to offer first-class Pentecostal formational training.”
Introducing Michelle Nunn
Michelle Nunn has been the Lead Pastor at Nantwich Elim Church since 2011. This is a church at the heart of the town’s business life.
Along with the church, its campus, Regents Business Park, hosts a Conference Centre, Cafe and around 45 independent businesses. She was the first woman in Elim’s history to be appointed to the National Leadership Team and has served the Movement as part of many of its key ministerial boards.
Michelle holds a master's degree in Theology from Chester University and is working towards her PhD. Her ongoing research areas centre around women's experience in church ministry.