The Spiritual and Pastoral Care Service is a multi-faith service open to people of all faiths and none. Our service is delivered by a multi-faith team of chaplains and volunteers.
The service works closely with local representatives from different faiths, beliefs and denominations. They are able to arrange hospitals visits from the appropriate ministers as requested.
Hello, my name is Rev Mike Corcoran: Lead Chaplain
I have the privilege to lead the Spiritual and Pastoral Care Team (sometimes called Chaplaincy) here at Kettering General Hospital. I am also a Staff Governor because I want the voice of our hard-working staff to be heard.
I joined the Spiritual and Pastoral Care Team in 2021 having worked as a Chaplain for a number of years in Manchester. Prior to being ordained in the Anglican Church, I worked for the local authority in Manchester on housing and community regeneration projects.
I’m passionate about our service and the great work that we do across the hospital.
We offer spiritual, pastoral and religious care to our patients, their families and our dedicated staff. Our door is always open, and we are happy to take patient referrals from family members, friends, carers or faith leaders by phone, email or in person.
Our service is multi-faith and inclusive and we are committed to providing a listening ear and signposting to anyone and everyone. We also welcome any of our visitors to use our Chapel as a quiet space in the heart of busy hospital.
Hello, my name is Cornelius Kachere: Chaplain
My NHS Chaplaincy adventure begun in 2020 when I came to Kettering General Hospital to do my student placement. Since then I have been working for the NHS as a chaplain.
I am an ordained Pentecostal minister who is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. I enjoy being ‘out and about’ on the wards, assisting patients, their families, and members of our staff of all faiths, beliefs, and none. I consider it a privilege to be invited into the lives of patients, their families, and staff during difficult and vulnerable times.
Every time I come to work, I meet new people, and being able to assist them is an honour. They remind me of how interconnected we all are, and I consider it an honour to care for them.
It is critical for me that people understand that the Spiritual and Pastoral Care team is available to everyone, including people of all religions and beliefs, including those who do not identify as religious, as well as all patients, staff, volunteers, students, relatives, and carers.
When I am not at church or the hospital, I enjoy watching football, and who knows, Arsenal might win the title this season.
Hello, my name is Evie McNally: Chaplain
I have worked alongside my colleagues in the Spiritual and Pastoral Care Team since June 2021, when I was training for ordination in the Church of England.
I was ordained in June 2022 and began serving as a part-time minister at St Peter’s church in Northampton alongside my role here at Kettering.
Initially serving as a Chaplain working one morning each week, I worked alongside the wonderful staff on Skylark Ward. Since then, I have increased my hours and now support patients and staff on wards across the hospital.
As chaplains, we are always available for a chat or to provide a listening ear to staff, patients, and their families, in a way that best supports them.
Prior to ordination, I worked for the University of Northampton for 20 years in their Library and Information Service. I have been married to my husband for more than 20 years and we have two teenage children. In my free time I like walking, spending time with my family, and watching the TV show Traffic Cops.
Hello, my name is Rev'd Samuel Silungwe: Chaplain
I work full time as a Minister in-charge of the Rockingham Forest Group United Reformed Churches which comprises of churches in Kettering, Geddington and Brigstock. In this role, I offer spiritual, religious and pastoral care to church members and to members of our communities who use church services such as baptisms, funerals and weddings.
Offering compassionate and loving care to led me to explore Healthcare Chaplaincy. There is something unique about being a Chaplain in a hospital; providing holistic care to the hospital community.
I have been a Chaplain at Kettering General Hospital since 2018, provide spiritual and pastoral care to all people irrespective of their faith or belief. It is a rare privilege to work collectively and collaboratively with other healthcare professionals in the provision of Spiritual and Pastoral care to patients and their families.
Hello, my name is Sharon Bulita: Chaplain
I have been working as a Chaplain at Kettering General Hospital since 2022. Originally volunteering with the Spiritual and Pastoral Care Team as part of a new project ‘Emergency Department (ED) Pastors’. Eventually becoming the project co-ordinator. Through this scheme I became a Trust Chaplain.
I am also a Church of England lay worker and Church community worker. Previously working as a Montessori Nursery teacher in England. And a volunteer aid worker in three different hospitals in Romania; working with abandoned babies and children with HIV.
I grew up in Pakistan Quetta where my father was a hospital chaplain. Through my parents’ faith, I am passionate about spreading the same respect, kindness, love, care and compassion to all I meet. Especially to those who are vulnerable in our society. It is a privilege to be here serving all patients and staff at KGH.
Hello, my name is Dr Monica Maparanyanga: Chaplain
With over 20 years clinical medical health experience and having been a clinical staff at Kettering General Hospital. In 2014, I found myself as a patient for over month at Kettering General Hospital, after a near fatal car accident.
Being on the receiving end of medical care, I reflected on how valuable, not just the medical aspects but also my faith was in my journey from near death to being nursed back to health.
Through that period, I reflected on my life and thus embarked on retraining in spiritual and pastoral care. I am a Doctor in Christian counselling and a bereavement therapist. I am now a chaplain because I feel I found my true purpose and found peace and fulfillment to provide spiritual and emotional support to people of all faiths and backgrounds.
I joined the Spiritual and Pastoral Care team in December 2024. My role in the is to offer a listening ear, a compassionate presence, and guidance to those experiencing difficult times, regardless of their beliefs. I believe that everyone deserves to feel heard and understood. I understand because I have been through difficult times and the hospital was there for me. I am committed to providing a safe and welcoming space for all.
Hello, my name is Debbie Cortese: Office Administrator
I started working at KGH in 1993 and spent 27 years in Pathology (Biochemistry and Specimen Reception). I joined the (Chaplaincy) Spiritual and Pastoral Care Team during the challenging times of Covid in May 2020. I enjoying working alongside the Chaplains as their Office Administrator.
I live with my partner and our 2 Welsh Springer Spaniels, Lottie and Saffi. I enjoy cooking and with my partner, singing in our church choir.