Chris Bowater

British born Christian songwriter and worship leader Chris Bowater is considered by many a Father of modern worship movement. Coming to prominence in the Charismatic renewal of the early 1980s, his songs include Reign in Me, Here I am Wholly Available and Lamb of God. His songs have been translated into many languages and used in churches all over the world. He regularly leads worship at Spring Harvest and Grapevine Celebrations. Living in Lincoln, UK he is part of New Life Christian fellowship Lincoln, UK .

Born during a time sociologists have called `The Bulge’, Chris has sought to serve & represent his generation in keeping with the spirit of such a description!

After qualification he taught in both suburban & inner city schools in the Midlands and in 1974 moved to Lincoln as a career promotion to be Director of Music at Yarborough High School.

Midway through this decade a very special move of the Holy Spirit birthed a ministry in Worship that continues to this time. Chris served as Director of Music at the church in Lincoln from 1980, full time from 1983. The Lincoln School of Creative Ministries hosted several hundred delegates from all denominations and many nationalities.

Due to the increase of ministry and travel, Chris relinquished the staff team position in 1998. He has been involved in pioneering worship conferences in several nations and still travels to Europe, Asia & North America. His work in Britain has led him to be at Spring Harvest, Kingdom Faith, Life in the Spirit & many national conferences. Since its commencement in 1980/81 Chris has served Stuart Bell & the Ground Level Network of churches at the Grapevine Celebration. His ministry touches and is effective in all denominations.

IN 1997 Chris Established dB Studios Ltd () in Lincoln with his son Daniel. This studio Continues to be where Chris does the majority of his recording . Whilst Dan is increasingly being used nationally and internationally as an engineer/programmer and producer.

The songs that Chris has written are in scores of languages. He has featured on many albums and written two books on worship.

There are still many dreams yet to see fulfilled.

His great joy is to see his 5 grown up children, loving and serving Jesus. Married to Lesley since 1970, together they look to see another generation, their granddaughter, Lydia Kate, become a passionate follower of Jesus.
Being a life-long supporter of Aston Villa helps to keep everything in perspective!

In May 2007 Chris will be 60 and as a celebration is holding a weekend conference in his home church in Lincoln UK featuring the renowned speaker RT Kendall. More info can be found on www.worship-academy.com.

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