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National Day of Reflection

News | 19.03.2021

On the anniversary of the first lockdown we pay tribute to all who have suffered through loss of life, of loved ones, of livelihoods and more through these very moving, personal stories.

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BBC marks lockdown anniversary with Debbie Thrower

News | 19.03.2021

Debbie Thrower, BRF's Anna Chaplaincy Pioneer, leads a special BBC service to mark the anniversary of the first lockdown. With the Archbishop of York, the Dean of Winchester and BRF's Chief Executive.

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Free masterclasses prove a hit

News | 07.02.2021

Free training sessions on 'discipleship' and 'adapting to changing circumstances' are helping leaders nurture their Messy Church families. New dates announced for February 2021.

Covid-19 Discipleship Messy Church Pandemic Training

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Learning from the sower: coronavirus, church and you

Articles | 06.09.2020

Professor Leslie Francis returns to discuss some of the findings to the 'Coronavirus, church and you' survey...

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What shall we tell the children?

Articles | 14.06.2020

Professor Leslie Francis offers a lively, thought-provoking series of questions that confront us all in the wake of the coronavirus crisis...

Covid-19

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Arks of lockdown

Articles | 07.05.2020

Gordon Giles reflects on how prayer, patience and acts of kindness will help defuse lockdown tensions for as long as restrictions last.

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The added challenge of additional needs

Articles | 01.05.2020

When everyone is feeling stressed and challenged by the impact of lockdown and social distancing on what was, until recently, 'normal' life, it can be hard to see beyond our own needs and fears. But without doubt, some individuals and families are having a much tougher lockdown than others.

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Coping when all is loss

Articles | 19.04.2020

When someone you love dies, words, however kindly meant, are often not enough. Wise befrienders to those who have been bereaved know that just being there is what is most appreciated. Solidarity in silence can be the most precious gift a comforter can bring.

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Easter people in lockdown

Articles | 12.04.2020

Gordon Giles reflects on the very first Easter lockdown and what it says to us today.

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Our ministry continues

Articles | 04.04.2020

Despite the challenges of COVID-19, we are continuing to enable all ages to grow in faith

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