Author: Dick Johnson

Our chaplains visit a range of businesses, from high street chains to sole traders. When people fall sick and cannot work it is this last group that has least support. For someone effectively self-employed, not working means not earning.  For employees, the safety net of SSP (Statutory Sick Pay) provides some protection, but adds costs … Continue reading FWW Prayer Guide: June 2025 – Sickness and Work

As the Easter Season continues, our prayers in May focus on how Resurrection is experienced in work and the economy. Those who first met the Risen Jesus knew profound renewal in their lives, a new beginning, and a Holy Peace. The disciples experienced this in their work - the great catch of fish when Jesus … Continue reading FWW Prayer Guide: May 2025 – Resurrection in the Economy

Economic headlines recently have been dominated by uncertainty. Talk of tariffs and their impact on global trade and local jobs;[1] the chancellor’s spring statement and what that means for those who rely on welfare payments;[2] the future of steel making in the UK,[3] are just three examples. In my chaplaincy I increasingly meet people who … Continue reading FWW Prayer Guide: April 2025 – Living with Uncertainty

Lenten discipline and the Economy As Lent begins unusually late this year, March covers most of Lent, and so our theme reflects the Lenten discipline of reflection, fasting and repentance. Coincidentally, for Muslims, Ramadan also falls during March this year. Fasting is more than just giving up chocolate or puddings, and can be part of … Continue reading FWW Prayer Guide: March 2025

Shopworkers at risk, as retail crime spirals Welcome to the FWW Prayer Guide for February. We hope it will be useful for personal prayer, but also for those who lead intercessions in services. Do pass it on to others.  Any feedback from use of the Guide would be most welcome. We also use the Guide … Continue reading Prayer Guide: February 2025