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OASIS Zoom Quiz - 4th November - In Support of Fresh Start

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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... More

WPCS National Director - Andrew Gregg

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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... More

Launch of new campaign to help prevent suicide in Scotland - UNITED TO PREVENT SUICIDE

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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... More

The steepness of a hill

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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

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From the book "I Heard God Laughing" by Hafiz - Chic Lidstone gives his rendition Cast All Your Votes for Dancing

Taking Time to Pause

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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

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Chic shares some thoughts based on a video from Nicky Gumbel entitled Choose Faith Not Fear

Suggestions for well being - feelings of Claustrophobia

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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

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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... More

Taking The Test

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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... More

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An Unsung Heroine

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Friday, 02 November 2018

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Lynne and Jacqueline went down to the dark and dusty basement to find some more loo rolls! When rummaging through cupboards they came across a treasure trove, not of money but the story of a heroine which had been forgotten for over 100 years ..........

Focus (Workplace Word, Chic Lidstone)

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Friday, 21 September 2018

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One day, an old Native American chief was walking by a river with his grandson. Thinking about what wisdom to impart to the boy, he told him that our minds are like rivers, in that to be fresh and healthy, they are always flowing. When they are not f...

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Steve Brown - Chaplain at Ayrshire Hospice (former WPCS Intern)

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Tuesday, 04 September 2018

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An article about inspirational hospice workers appeared in an edition of The Scottish Sun last week. One of the workers interviewed was Steve Brown, who was an Intern with WPCS before he was appointed Chaplain at Ayrshire Hospice. As chap...

Midlothian Council - Stobhill Depot Training Event (For Information Only)

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Tuesday, 04 September 2018

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Health and Wellbeing Poster On Thursday, 6th September, Midlothian Council are running a health and wellbeing event. This event is for the staff at Midlothian Council and Paul Hayes, Midlothian Council Chaplain and Paul Wilson, WPCS Central Scotland ...

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Passing Out Parade of Recruits at SFRS, Portlethen Training Centre

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Thursday, 30 August 2018

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Ron Flett, Aberdeen City Centre Chaplain, was invited to Portlethen Training Centre on 2nd August where he attended the Passing Out Parade of the newest recruits of SFRS. It's always a privilege for our chaplains to be invited to these ty...

Bon Accord Care Bid Farewell to a Senior Carer

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Thursday, 30 August 2018

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Residents in Gairn Court (Bon Accord Care) gatthered earlier this week to wish one of their senior carers/support workers a happy retirement and happy birthday. Sylvia has worked as Senior carer/support for the last 10 years, and we wish her both a H...

A “Q Tip”

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Thursday, 23 August 2018

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Back in the 1920s when Polish-American entrepreneur Leo Gerstenzang saw his wife putting little pieces of cotton balls on to toothpicks, he invented Q-tips®, known to us as cotton buds. He thought this was a safer way to clean his baby’s ears. Mr. Ge...

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Work Place Chaplaincy Scotland - Summer Newsletter 2018

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Wednesday, 15 August 2018

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Meet three of our Volunteer Chaplains in our 2018 Summer Newsletter

Black Isle Show

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Friday, 03 August 2018

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Christina, Ann and Chic enjoyed making lots of new friends, and meeting old ones, at the Black Isle Show near Inverness. They all agreed that it was good to have a presence at the show and have many good conversations.

Work Place Chaplaincy Scotland Introduction and Training Day - Wednesday, 22nd August

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Monday, 09 July 2018

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Could you be involved in this rapidly expanding area of Christian Service? For those interested, or involved in workplace chaplaincy: Wednesday 22nd August, Palmerston Place Church, 10 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh EH12 5AA Introduction Session -...

Work Place Chaplaincy Scotland Blog

OASIS Zoom Quiz - 4th November - In Support of Fresh Start

WPCS National Director - Andrew Gregg

Launch of new campaign to help prevent suicide in Scotland - UNITED TO PREVENT SUICIDE

The steepness of a hill

Cast All Your Votes for Dancing

Taking Time to Pause

Choose Faith Not Fear

Suggestions for well being - feelings of Claustrophobia

Message from Chic Lidstone

Taking The Test

An Unsung Heroine

Focus (Workplace Word, Chic Lidstone)

Steve Brown - Chaplain at Ayrshire Hospice (former WPCS Intern)

Midlothian Council - Stobhill Depot Training Event (For Information Only)

Passing Out Parade of Recruits at SFRS, Portlethen Training Centre

Bon Accord Care Bid Farewell to a Senior Carer

A “Q Tip”

Work Place Chaplaincy Scotland - Summer Newsletter 2018

Black Isle Show

Work Place Chaplaincy Scotland Introduction and Training Day - Wednesday, 22nd August

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