Father Brian Regan - October winner
Father Brian Regan arrived at St Oswald's, Tile Hill, in 1994 full of an enthusiasm which never waned throughout the next 15 years.
He worked tirelessly for both the church and the community and affected the lives of many people in his various roles as teacher, pastor and friend.
He worked with many schools in the area, becoming a governor at Limbrick Wood, and will be fondly remembered for his 'thumbs up' sign helping children to relate to him with ease and respect.
Father Brian's open and friendly personality helped him to reach out to the people of the parish, and the congregation soon doubled. He then set about renewing the fabric of church and, mainly by his drive and determination, raised over £250,000. Part of these funds went towards the parish hall, which is now used by several organisations in the Tile Hill community.
Generations to come will continue to enjoy his church as a building and a place of worship but his real legacy will be with the people whom he has known and, especially, his congregation. He was there for them whenever they needed him, not only at times of joy and celebration but always when they were ill, in mourning, worried or frightened. The people of St Oswald's and Tile Hill will miss him because he made a difference to their lives and surroundings.
Father Brian deserves to be recognised as a Coventry Good Citizen.