Geoff Findlay (Dundee City Chaplain) and his wife, Debbie, pictured with the Queen's Royal Bowman, when they.attended the Queen's Garden Party at Holyrood Palace last week.
The Lord Provost of Dundee nominated Geoff and Debbie to receive an invitatio...
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OASIS Zoom Quiz - 4th November - In Support of Fresh Start
Are you a keen quizzer, and interested in the work of Fresh Start?
If so, this could be the event for you!
OASIS organise an annual quiz with all proceeds going to the work of Fresh Start. This year, they are very proud to be able to off...
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WPCS National Director - Andrew Gregg
Work Place Chaplaincy Scotland (WPCS) has announced a new head as it seeks to minister to the changing landscape of business during the Covid-19 epidemic.
An article, introducing Andrew Gregg, has been published in this month's Life & Work (Magaz...
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Launch of new campaign to help prevent suicide in Scotland - UNITED TO PREVENT SUICIDE
United to Prevent Suicide
is a social movement of people from all across Scotland, who are united in a shared belief that each and every one of us has a role to play in preventing suicide.
Today (10th September, 2020) is World Suicide Prevention Day...
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The steepness of a hill
University studies have shown what we know already; that facing a challenge with a friend makes it easier! so lets stay in touch with each as we all face this challenge, and do it together!
The Steepness Of A Hill
Cast All Your Votes for Dancing
From the book "I Heard God Laughing" by Hafiz - Chic Lidstone gives his rendition
Cast All Your Votes for Dancing
Taking Time to Pause
At this time, it is important for us all to take time to Pause and Breathe. Here are some words from Chic Lidstone (Interim CEO).
Choose Faith Not Fear
Chic shares some thoughts based on a video from Nicky Gumbel entitled Choose Faith Not Fear
Suggestions for well being - feelings of Claustrophobia
Andy Gregg workplace chaplain in Edinburgh shares some suggestions on how to sustain mental well being when we may be feeling stuck or claustrophobic while working from home.
Message from Chic Lidstone
In these difficult, and unprecedented times, we are hoping to publish occasional blogs. These are intended to offer support and guidance as we navigate our way through the days and weeks ahead. Please do not hesitate to contact any of our...
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Taking The Test
One night four college students stayed out late partying and having a good time.
They forgot they had an exam the next day and celebrated late in to the night, not even thinking of looking at any books or preparing.
In the morning, when reality daw...
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Please use the attached poster to further promote this introduction session in your churches and places of worship.
Work Place Chaplaincy Scotland
Introduction Session
Work Place Chaplaincy Scotland aims to meet people where they are - in the settin...
Fancy a night at the opera? Clyde Opera Group are performing at Portland Church, Troon on Saturday 20th July at 7.30pm.
Tickets, priced £10, are available at the door and include complimentary refreshments.
All are welcome.
Glasgow Airport’s Chaplain Keith Banks retires later this month. He received a standing ovation when he was presented with the Lifetime Contribution as a Frontline Employee Award at the Scottish Transpor...
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Use ALL Your Resources
A young lad wanted to help in the garden so his dad gave him a job to do; to remove an old tree stump “using all the resources available to him”.
He set to with gusto, and at the end of the day returned crestfallen. He had tried everything and u...
Cate Adams (Team Leader, Glasgow and the West) was privileged to witness the ordination of Gerry Simonis to minister in Congregational Federation of Scotland on Saturday, 18th May.
It was a privilege to, said Cate, to share the day with Gerry, ...
Stand tall
Sink your roots deep
Go out on a limb
When the storms blow;
remember your roots
and strengthen your branches.
Understand the seasons.
Keep growing.
When the sun shines;
reach high
have fun
enjoy the view
Be content with your own beauty...
Cate Adams and some of the volunteer chaplains, including Jack Quinn, from the West had their Team meeting this week. This was a particularly special team meeting as it was the last one before Marion Perry gets married. We look forward to...
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Welcome to Edinburgh!
Something in the news this week caught the eye of Chic Lidstone, Lead Chaplain (Support), and made him think about how life does not always work out the way we think it should. Here's Chic's comment :
Did you see th...
Ron Flett, Aberdeen City Centre Workplace Chaplain, was delighted to attend the service at Ferryhill Parish Church on Sunday (24th March) and share information about the work of Work Place Chaplaincy Scotland. During this service, Ron was prese...
