Here is a simple poem, attributed to various authors including Spike Milliagn. In its simplicity it actually says quite a lot; if you think about it!
Smiling is infectious, you catch it like the flu,
When someone smiled at me today,&n...
Work Place Chaplaincy Scotland Blog
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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The Great Get Together - In Memory of Jo Cox, MP, was held in Glasgow on the morning of Saturday, 23rd June.
The invitation came from Anas Sarwar, MSP for Glasgow region who invited people of all faiths, beliefs and backgrou...
On Sunday 1st July 2018, a service will be held in St Cuthbert's Church, Edinburgh to mark the end of the WW1 Centenaries. Start time is 10.30am for 11.00am. The attached poster gives full details of the event and we would enco...
WPCS has been provided a display space at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral in Edinburgh for the next 6 weeks. Andrew Greig (Edinburgh City Centre Chaplain) and Andrew Reddish (volunteer chaplain) got the stand set up on Friday morning.
Andrew...
We’ve all made a jigsaw at some time in our lives.
When I was a kid we used to love making jigsaws on holiday and if staying with others they would join in and it became more of a community event rather than just a family thing! And definitely not on...
Advert - Ministerial Assistant(s), Palmerston Place Church, Edinburgh
Adan Abokor tapped out the book, Anna Karenina, using his finger and wrist to keep his neighbouring cell mates sane.
After 7 months in solitary confinement Adan realised he could communicate with his fellow prisoners who were also in solitary confine...
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A Boring Story about Water
Six weeks ago a community in a village in southern India drank fresh water for the first time. On a warm Thursday evening from a newly drilled 500 foot borehole, flowed fresh clean cool water for the first time. You can see the delight!
Other parts o...
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On a Cold and Frosty Morning
We’ve all done it, especially at this time of year.
You know what I mean: scraping the frost or snow on the windscreen and then being tempted to drive away before you can see properly.
Have you ever been tempted to do that?
You know what happens next...
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HOMELESS JESUS
The sculpture outside (behind the church) is cast in bronze and was first created in Canada by artist Timothy P Schmalz. Many copies have been made. They are installed in different cities all over the world. This is the first one in...
