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Dean Aaron Roberts (born 4 April 1991) is a British evangelical charismatic Christian theologian and blogger from Wales, United Kingdom. He is currently the curate of Bedwas, Machen, Michaelston-y-Fedw and Rudry.

Roberts trained for ordination at Trinity College, Bristol, under the leadership of Rev Dr Emma Ineson. Prior to ordination training, was the Associate Lay Pastor at St. Paul's Church, Newport (South Wales), an Anglican Church in South Wales which is a part of the Diocese of Monmouth in the Church in Wales. In 2011, he set up his own personal blog, attracting a world wide audience for its exploration of theology, current affairs and religious practice. He received an award for his work in 2011 from Premier Christian Media and was a finalist for the same award in 2012 after being nominated a consecutive year. He graduated from Cardiff University in Theological and Religious Studies, and holds a Certificate with the Royal School of Church Music. He has spoken at various events and conferences, including the Muslim Council of Wales on interfaith dialogue and has been a special guest on Premier Christian Radio.