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Episode 11: Chaplaincy with Children and Young People – Presence, Play and Boundaries

What does chaplaincy look like when your context is a children’s ward, a school corridor

Episode 10: Does Chaplaincy Make a Difference? Measuring What Matters

How do you show the difference chaplaincy makes when so much of the work is

Episode 9: Professional or Amateur? Rethinking Chaplaincy

What happens when ministry sits 'between' institutions, identities and places - the shop floor, the

Special: Black History Month 2025

This special episode of the Chaplaincy Chain Podcast marks Black History Month by listening to

Episode 8: Chaplaincy in Liminal Spaces – on the Margins

What happens when ministry sits 'between' institutions, identities and places - the shop floor, the

Episode 7: Institution Guest or Valued Team Member?

Are chaplains truly part of the institutions they serve, or are they merely guests? Discover

Episode 6: Unlocking the secrets of multi-faith chaplaincy

From unexpected beginnings to deeply fulfilling careers, this episode weaves together the inspiring stories of

Episode 5: Why research matters

Wider commitment to chaplaincy can often seem fragile. In this episode, we explore the value

Episode 4: Lifelong learning for chaplaincy

For chaplains to fulfil their calling, they need to be equipped to serve well. In

Episode 3: Chaplaincy vs The Church?

Is chaplaincy really a place for those who have sold out, can't hack church ministry