Fifty six years ago, Shadrach was born in a remote village in the centre of India into the 'untouchable' agricultural caste. His parents were recent converts from the lowest Hindu caste to the Christian faith. He received an education and qualified as a teacher. However, he never forgot his roots or the great gift that God had given. He left the security of teaching, joined the church full time and between his evangelising consignments visited and provided for the villagers of all castes.

Four years ago Shadrach started a village crèche project - it is called 'Neerekshe' which means 'Hope'.

The Youth Groups at St Peter’s Church raise funds to provide equipment for the school, medical centre and orphanage.