Ellen's experience of university chaplaincy was one of hopsitality and community. 

Caitlin discusses the difference between mental illness and mental wellbeing, and the importance for all of us to look after our mental health. 

Shanika shares the story of how two chaplains in particular changed her life whilst at university.

CN: references psychosis, suicide/suicide attempt, trauma. 

Rach reflects on the impact that chaplaincy had on her life as a student, and the value it continues to add even now. 

Simon explains the importance of the 130 Challenge, and why we need everyone to get involved!

A couple of months ago I led my local SCM group in an evening about stress. We closed the workshop by listening to A Blessing For One Who Is Exhausted from John O’Donohue’s Benedictus. In this blog I’m using some of those same words to think about stress and faith.

When the rhythm of the heart becomes hectic,

Time takes on the strain until it breaks;

Then all the unattended stress falls in

On the mind like an endless, increasing weight.

SCM member Adam Spiers reflects on his decision to join Extinction Rebellion in their direct actions in London last week.

Life can be stressful, but what do we do when we reach unhealthy levels of stress? Kerry offers some sage advice. 

‘The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it; the world, and those who live in it’.

(Psalm 24:1)

Lent is one of my favourite times of year. I’ve used it to challenge myself for a long time now, often with impacts that last; five years ago I gave up meat for Lent and I’m still a vegetarian now! I love the notion of the journey towards Easter, and lent is a great time to try and get away and go on a literal or metaphorical journey.