Elis and Sheila Matthews
Vicar, freelance writer and educator
Elis and Sheila are returning to Rhythm of Hope in 2027 having been involved with the event since its inception. Married in 2005, they began telling their infertility story through blogposts on Saltwater and Honey, a collection of Christian voices facing a variety of journeys with childlessness and infertility. Fast forward to today and Elis is a vicar in West London, Sheila is a freelance writer and educator, and they have an 11-year-old son, conceived through IUI with a sperm donor.
They look forward to bringing their own brand of humour and heart to Rhythm and Hope, along with a passion for continuing to build community when facing the hardest of moments. And expect them to share pictures of their cats, past and present and maybe the odd poem and prayer.

