For Rob Santer, the journey of faith has been one of obedience, trust and a deep passion for equipping others to share the gospel.
From a successful career in financial planning to raising personal support as a missionary, Rob’s story is a testament to God’s leading and provision.
A call to evangelism
Born in East London, Rob moved to Essex as a child before settling in North East London, Hertfordshire, and Essex. Although he became a Christian in 2000 after attending an Alpha course, it was in 2010 that his life took a significant turn. God took away his 20-year career as a financial planner and led him into full-time mission work, supported by his home church, All Saints, Woodford Wells. This was a life-changing experience, which God used to recalibrate Rob’s life purpose and reliance on him.
Rob initially served with Christian Vision for Men (CVM) and Care for the Family’s ‘Who Let The Dads Out?’ (WLTDO) initiative, helping men grow in faith and discipleship. But he quickly noticed a challenge - many Christian men wanted to share their faith but didn’t feel confident or equipped to do so. This realisation led him to explore disciple-making models and in 2015 he encountered a framework that transformed his approach: simple, biblical and reproducible tools for evangelism. Now, alongside his work with CVM and WLTDO, Rob trains and equips churches, ministries and teams in how to multiply disciples and churches, both in London and across the UK.
Partnering with Stewardship
As Rob transitioned into raising personal support, he sought a financial structure that would ensure integrity, accountability and sustainability. Initially, he raised funds through an organisation but a conversation with Stewardship highlighted potential challenges with that model.
Opening a Stewardship Partner Account for Individuals provided a secure and structured way for supporters to give. “It really answered the questions we had and eliminated the risks that were made known to us,” Rob recalls. More than just financial management, Stewardship became a source of encouragement, training and community.
The impact of Stewardship’s support
Rob has found Stewardship’s resources invaluable. From monthly surgeries to books like ‘Funding the Family Business’ and ‘Personal Support Matters’, he appreciates the ongoing support in navigating personal fundraising. “Talking with others about their challenges and encouraging one another is so helpful. Stewardship has created a community where we don’t feel alone in this.”
For Rob, the accountability Stewardship provides also reassures his supporters. “When they give, they’re not just transferring money—they see the professionalism, the experience, and the integrity of Stewardship at work.”
Rob’s journey is one of faith, obedience and a heart for equipping others. Through Stewardship, he has found not just financial support but a community that strengthens and sustains his ministry.
Discover this story and more in our 2024 Annual Report
This case study was first published in our 2024 Annual Report, where you can read more impact stories from our donors and partners.
Learn to live more generously
Join thousands receiving insights and reflections that encourage a life of generosity. Sign up to Generous today and receive a free digital copy of Money and the Gospel.
Ruth Jackson
Ruth leads the PR and Communications for Stewardship, which she joined in April 2022.
She has over 25 years’ marketing communications experience across a range of sectors, including higher education, technology and the arts, both business- and customer-facing.
Ruth worships and serves at C3 Church in Cambridge where she lives with her husband, two teenage daughters, a dog and a cat. When she’s not at her desk, you might find her rowing on the River Cam, in a ballet class or out for a walk.
She supports causes that are focused on alleviating global poverty and injustice, with a particular interest in supporting vulnerable children.