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Book of the month
Dying Well
We are all going to die. But who feels prepared? John Wyatt helps us tackle life’s most difficult challenge head on. Looking at recent trends in dying he examines the ‘art of dying’, a Christian tradition from the past. We see opportunities for dying well and faithfully, real–world examples of personal growth and instances of reconciliation and personal healing in relationships. On the other hand, there are also challenges to face: the fears and temptations that dying can bring.
Blending theology, humanity and pastoral care, this is a book for those who are facing death and who are wanting peace and security. It is also for their relatives, friends and carers – for those who need to care for and comfort someone.
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Our Director Carl Knightly was delighted to have a very fruitful meeting in Parliament this morning with Jim Shannon MP, and also to briefly meet Sir Edward Leigh MP. We are so encouraged to have the opportunity to share our work with parliamentarians. #faithinlaterlife
On UCB radio recently, our director Carl Knightly shared a bit about himself, as well as about all that Faith in Later Life aims to do. Whether you are in the UK or beyond, you can have a listen by clicking on this link
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Listen as Sandra Godley from UCB2 speaks live to Faith in Later Life Director Carl Knightly, to find out about Faith in Later Life, and what encourages him, as well as what the Faith in Later Life vision is. Click on this link to access the podcast.In case you didn't receive our monthly e-newsletter earlier in the month, you can see it now by clicking on the link below. If you want to receive this hot off the press and direct to your inbox, do sign up on our website! faithinlaterlife.org/old-versus-young/
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“Thus says the Lord of hosts: Old men and old women shall again sit in the streets of Jerusalem, each with staff in hand because of great age. And the streets of the city shall be full of boys and girls playing in its streets”. Zechariah 8: 4-5 (ESV) …This morning our Director Carl Knightly shared our work and vision with a group of ordinands from St Augustine’s College of Theology, at Malling Abbey- which was a real privilege. #faithinlaterlife
‘Journeying Home’ is an excellent resource and you can download the PDF free from our website faithinlaterlife.org/fill-resource/journeying-home/This week is 'Dying Matters' week and yesterday almost 60 people from across the West Midlands Division gathered at Oldbury Corps over two sessions to reflect on 'Journeying Home' the missional, practical and pastorally focused resources on End of Life put together by the Older People's Ministries Team.
Worship, Teaching and practical opportunities to plan for our own end of life are all mixed with Music and great Cakes in a positive atmosphere.
One participant reflected "It is a practical but poignant programme but never morbid and a really beautiful time...I would totally recommend it to anyone"
If you would like to hold a 'Journeying Home' event at your Corps please contact your Regional Older People's Specialist
How to communicate meaningfully with someone with dementia? 8 tips from Debbie Thrower, #AnnaChaplain & team leader for BRF's The Gift of Years. #DementiaActionWeek @PilgrimsFS @LivabilityUK @JuliaBurtonJo @CinnamonNetwork @SeeOfRochester @CofEWinchester
Eight tips for talking to someone with dementia
How can we connect meaningfully when the person we care about has dementia? Debbie Thrower, team leader for BRF’s Anna Chaplaincy to Older Peopl...
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On @UCBMedia recently, our director @carlknightly shared a bit about himself as well as sharing about all that Faith in Later Life strives to do. If you are interested do listen to the podcast via our website.
Faith in Later Life on UCB2 - Faith in Later Life
Listen as Sandra Godley from UCB2 speaks live to Faith in Later Life Director Carl Knightly, to find out about Faith in Later Life, and what encourage...
faithinlaterlife.org
On @PremierRadio around 130pm, our Director @carlknightly will be speaking to @LadyCaraBentley about social care funding and the importance of supporting those of us who are older and ensuring they are provided for. Do tune in!
Our Director Carl Knightly was delighted to have a very fruitful meeting with Jim Shannon MP this morning, and also to briefly meet Sir @EdwardLeighMP. We are so encouraged to have the opportunity to share our work with parliamentarians. #faithinlaterlife
