RUTH E. ALLAN Dear Elector, I am a candidate for the General Synod election, representing the Guildford Diocese. Having just retired, I wish to serve God within the Church of England and my rural parish, supporting both laity and clergy in our diocese. Background

• Married to a teacher. He is currently training to become an OLM. • Mother of two adult children, aged 25 and 23, who worship in the

Church of England. • Faith journey began as a teenager when attending a Welsh

Presbyterian Church youth group. • While at university in London worshipped at All Souls Langham

Place, and committed to the Anglican Communion since. • Love to play the piano, cook and practice hospitality. • My longing is for unity within the Church and where differing

views are held in tension, seek to listen and respect the views of others.

ProfessionalCareer

• Specialist dental surgeon and Fellow of the Dental Faculty of the Royal College of Surgeons.

• Enjoyable, varied part-time career spanning 40 years, characterised by the broad spectrum of people I have helped.

• Taught dental students from differing cultural backgrounds. • Treated vulnerable and disadvantaged families within the community. • Partner at a reputable specialist practice in central London. • My career has provided an understanding of the issues facing many

diverse groups within society and my desire is to see the Church reaching out with the gospel and achieving social transformation.

ChurchMinistry

• I was employed, part-time, for two years on the staff of a large London church. Ministry responsibilities encompassed teaching the bible, leading small groups for seekers and new believers, as well as speaking at weekend retreats.

• On moving to the suburbs I taught Junior Climbers in Sunday School. • Joined the Homeless Outreach Team. • I have led Alpha and Life Explored, passionate about outreach. • Parish Safeguarding Officer, at Alfold and Loxwood Parish church

where I play the piano and organ also training as Pastoral Assistant. • Diocesan Synod Member (ex officio Cranleigh deanery) • Trained by the Welcome Directory to integrate ex-offenders into the

church community. • Currently studying for a certificate in biblical counselling. • Covid has exacerbated mental health needs. I believe the Church

can support those struggling, whilst sharing the good news of Jesus.

MypriorityI fully endorse the statement of Archbishop Justin Welby: “The most important decision any person can ever make is to become a disciple of Jesus Christ. It is the best thing anyone can do.” My passion and priority is that the gospel message is available to everyone. If my nomination is successful I will contribute diligently and wholeheartedly to that effect as I support faith in action while serving the local community, parish and diocese. I would be delighted to respond to any questions. Please do not hesitate to contact me and join me in praying that God’s will be done in this election. Please follow this link via Youtube to find a more personal message. E mail: rutheallan@me.com Tel: 01483 890678 / 07968138089 Dovedale, Snowdenham Links Road, Bramley, Surrey. GU5 0BX