Posts by Andrew Wileman

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is observed annually on June 15th to raise awareness about the abuse and neglect of older people and was officially recognised by the United…

This carol reflects one of the most astonishing encounters of the Christmas story. On one level it is that familiar and well-loved story. Shepherds were in the fields among smelly…

The story doesn’t end well for the ‘Good King’, but it is an inspiring story of kindness and service and tells a much-needed message, not just at Christmas, but for…

The central character of this stunning song was Placide Cappeau, a wine merchant and the mayor of Roquemaure, France. In 1847, to the surprise of people in his town, the…