By Alastair Reid, CWC Apparently September has been one of the warmest since records began, thank goodness after a disappointing August. Now we’re dealing with the stark complications caused by political dogma and intransigence in dealing with, among other issues, the supply chain. I spoke about pressure and stress last time, pressure and stress are part ofContinue reading “Humans and Resilience”
Category Archives: Support
Online seminars and workshops:
Wellbeing topics, reflection, chaplaincy and more… Here is a selection of online events (July – autumn) that we spotted are coming up which may interest supporters and Chaplains alike; covering a range of topics relevant to work, spirituality and more. Ageing and spirituality 3rd July (there is a registration fee to attend)Faced with the norm ofContinue reading “Online seminars and workshops:”
Chaplaincy and Contemporary Spirituality
I was privileged on behalf of CWC to join a Zoom Chaplaincy Conference in November run by Norwich Chaplaincy with the above title. It was led by Rev Dr Andrew Todd, Senior Lecturer and Director of the Professional Doctorate in Practical Theology, Anglia Ruskin University. I found it challenging on the role of chaplaincy andContinue reading “Chaplaincy and Contemporary Spirituality”
The Past is a Different Country
Today, as November ends and December begins, across the UK the numbers of people affected by COVID19 have been rising dramatically. Even now, we are hoping the recent lockdown may have slowed the spread of the virus. While the emergence of possible vaccines is giving us some cautious reason for optimism, we know that itContinue reading “The Past is a Different Country”
The Place where I work…
It sounds simple enough. The place where I work. My workplace. We used to say this in a matter of fact statement in a conversation, and often it involved a physical description; a description of an organisation, based in a town, a specific industry, business park or office perhaps. Of course, if you’re working inContinue reading “The Place where I work…”
What do we do now?
What do we do now? With the Covid-19 crisis there are plenty of restrictions on what chaplains can and cannot do. What do you do when a lot of people are “home-working”? How do you help those being furloughed or even made redundant? Things have eased up somewhat, but as I write, there is talkContinue reading “What do we do now?”
Survey results from Workplace Chaplains and Supporters
Thank you to all our workplace chaplains, supporters and religious leaders who gave up two minutes of their time to give us feedback on our service. Since our launch event in early 2018 we were reassured to see Chaplains in particular still wanted the range of support we are offering (or planning to offer) includingContinue reading “Survey results from Workplace Chaplains and Supporters”
Bursary Fund for Workplace Chaplains
CWC are pleased to announce a new Bursary Fund for workplace chaplains to apply to. Purpose of the Fund: The purpose of the Fund is to provide financial support to chaplains who are seeking to attend a conference, training course or retreat that will enhance their ministry as workplace chaplains. Eligibility: Any chaplain who isContinue reading “Bursary Fund for Workplace Chaplains”
CWC Listening service for those needing support
Listening service – email support@cambsworkplacechaplaincy.org.uk Cambridgeshire Workplace Chaplaincy has recognised a need for a listening service – to offer comfort and support for those who are finding life difficult at the moment during the Covid-19 pandemic. The day to day adjustments that many are having to make at the moment due to a stressfulContinue reading “CWC Listening service for those needing support”
CWC holds Celebration of Chaplaincy service at Ely Cathedral
Workplace chaplains and supporters of chaplaincy from across Cambridgeshire gathered at Ely Cathedral recently for a special service celebrating the role of workplace chaplains, which included a special attendance by Mrs Sue Freestone DL. The Bishop of Huntingdon (Bishop Dagmar Winter) led the service which included prayers, thanksgiving and hymns chosen to reflect the diverseContinue reading “CWC holds Celebration of Chaplaincy service at Ely Cathedral”