Week of Spiritual Emphasis

Season of Change

Fully Alive

This year's WOSE will take place from 23-30 September 2023.

WOSE 2023: Fully Alive

At Newbold, the Week of Spiritual Emphasis (WOSE) stands as one of the most important events in our calendar. This year, we are thrilled to present an array of inspiring speakers, each sharing their profound insights drawn from their unique areas of interest and expertise. We warmly invite you to join us, whether in person or online.

This year's WOSE theme is "Fully Alive," inspired by a poignant quote from one of the early Christian leaders, Irenaeus: "The glory of God is a man fully alive." This short yet profound statement carries great biblical significance, particularly when we consider Jesus' promise to grant us "abundant life" (John 10.10)

Have you ever wondered about the purpose of life beyond the pursuit of success and wealth, or the fulfillment of expectations? Deep within, you may sense an unspoken longing for something...more. If so, the concept of "fully alive" will really resonate with you.

Our dynamic speakers will serve as our guides on this illuminating journey, helping us explore how we can navigate towards a more wholesome existence.

Through the realms of scripture, let us together explore what it can mean to be ‘fully alive.’

Fully Alive: the programme

There are two ways to participate in the Week of Spiritual Emphasis:

In-person - you can join us at on campus at the following times:

Sabbath programmes begin at 11:15 (Newbold Church)
Weekday programmes start at 19:30 (Salisbury Hall)

Online - alternatively, you can immerse yourself in the spiritual experience from the comfort of your own space by tuning in to our live stream feeds below:

The week breakdown

Sabbath | 23 September | 11:15

Pr Dan Serb

Monday | 25 September | 19:30

Clarence Jackson

Tuesday | 26 September| 19:30

Dr Dominique Gummelt

Wednesday | 27 September | 19:30

Dr Dominique Gummelt

Thursday | 28 September| 19:30

Pr Matthew Herel

Friday | 29 September | 19:30

Pr Lolly Fontaine

Sabbath | 30 September | 11:15

Pr Lolly Fontaine

Your WOSE speakers

Pr Dan Serb

President of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Ireland and Northern Ireland
(Irish Mission)

Clarence Jackson

Youth/Adult Speaker and Presenter

Dr Dominique Gummelt

Wellbeing Expert, Global Entrepreneur, Transformation Coach, Leader, Writer and International Speaker

Pr Matthew Herel

Church Pastor, Church Planter, Digital Communicator

Pr Lolly Fontaine

Pastor, Speaker and Digital Communications

WOSE Speaker Biographies

DAN SERB is originally from Romania. After living and working for almost twenty years in South Africa, he currently resides with his family in Dublin, Ireland.

Dan holds a BA (Hons) degree in theology from Andrews University, Michigan, USA, and a Master’s in Social Sciences from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. In August 2022 he was awarded a Doctorate in Multicultural and Multi-ethnic Ministry from Andrews University. He is currently completing research (final year) for a PhD in Religious Studies through the University of South Africa, with special focus on religious freedom and human rights within the context of religious terrorism.

Having previously worked as a lecturer, missionary, and minister of religion, Dan is currently serving as the president of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Ireland and Northern Ireland (Irish Mission).

CLARENCE JACKSON is a qualified youth worker, inspirational speaker, poet and mentor who enjoys living life on purpose and encouraging others to do the same.

Clarence is the author of the book 'The Journey from Yard to Broad', the unflinching coming of age story of how a young man rose from humble beginnings, finding purpose and meaning and transforming lives.

He is also the director of 'The Purposition Project', which aims to raise participants' career and life aspirations and awaken purpose through mentoring and inspirational workshops.

He is a husband and the father of two beautiful children. Clarence's greatest desire is to walk in his calling and fulfil his purpose.

DOMINIQUE GUMMELT is a director of university wellness, an international speaker, certified personal trainer (ACE), wellness practitioner (NWI), lecturer, author, filmmaker, hobby photographer and musician. She was awarded 'Top 11 Personal Trainers to Watch in the U.S.' (2011) by Life Fitness and ACE.

In 2016, the U.S. President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition recognized Dominique with the 'Community Leadership Award' for health promotion. She was also one of the first certified 'Exercise-is-Medicine Specialists' (Level 1) through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Also in 2017 she made her successful debut as executive producer and producer of a wellness transformation short documentary, which has earned two 'Awards of Merit', 'Official Filmmaker Selection' and a '3rd place win' at various film festivals.

She is passionate about helping others to live better, happier, healthier and more meaningful lives to the fullest potential!

MATTHEW HEREL lives with his family in Essex.

He graduated from Newbold college with an MA in The New Testament, following which he has worked for the South England conference since 2011. Hailing from east London, his journey working for the church has taken him full circle.

He now pastors two congregations in east London, one of which is a church plant with a missional focus on connecting with millennial Londoners of all backgrounds.

LOLLY FONTAINE is a London native through and through, and has a heartfelt mission to share the beautiful message of the gospel with those who may never have considered that there is a loving God watching over them. Her passion lies in helping people discover their true identity in Christ and breaking free from the chains of self-doubt and anxiety. She believes that true peace can be found through a genuine relationship with our Heavenly Father.

Lolly’s ministerial journey began in the vibrant heart of East London, where she had the privilege of sowing the seeds of faith in a budding church plant. Later, she had the incredible opportunity to intern at one of the UK's largest churches. Over the past few years, Lolly’s ministry has remained firmly rooted in the vibrant tapestry of London life, where she has had the honour of serving God's people and remaining faithful to the calling He has placed on her life.

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