Joanna Hale is a Catechist for the Diocese of Northampton and has been a member of Council since 2021. She has been involved in a wide range of catechetics from parish programmes to the formation of permanent deacons for the diocese and as Secretary for the Southern Dioceses’ Formation and national Diaconate Conference.
She has an MA in Contemporary Theology in the Catholic Tradition from Heythrop College, University of London, and training in Spiritual Direction. She is currently focusing on adult formation and spirituality in her local area and diocese including: a one-year discipleship programme; the Women in Ministry Group; and the Marriage and Family Life team. She has been an online tutor of CCRS for various organisations.
Joanna enjoys playing tennis several times a week. She is just stepping down as Chairman of her local Club but has become Treasurer for the County LTA.