In recent weeks flags have been appearing on lampposts across the county. They appeared on our street in Bromsgrove overnight. Organisers maintain it is patriotism that is the motivation, but one cannot but connect it to the national debate about immigration, with its undertones of racism and xenophobia. As a multi-national family (my wife is … Continue reading FWW Prayer Guide: September 2025 – The economics of immigration
FWW Prayer Guide: August 2025 – FWW office closes
In August we ask for your prayers specifically for FWW as we navigate planned changes in the charity. For the last two years we have been working towards a fully volunteer led structure. When Dick Johnson retires at the end of October there are no plans to replace him, with Dick planning to continue in … Continue reading FWW Prayer Guide: August 2025 – FWW office closes
FWW Prayer Guide: July 2025 – Giving thanks for ‘Walking Angels’
‘Walking Angel’ is how one shop worker, in their response to our recent Chaplaincy Impact Survey, described the chaplain who visits their business. They explained by continuing, ‘I was having the worst of days ever, and then the chaplain arrived and listened and empathised. My day improved immediately; the stress stopped, like a reset. It … Continue reading FWW Prayer Guide: July 2025 – Giving thanks for ‘Walking Angels’
FWW Prayer Guide: June 2025 – Sickness and Work
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
FWW Prayer Guide: May 2025 – Resurrection in the Economy
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
FWW Prayer Guide: April 2025 – Living with Uncertainty
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
FWW Prayer Guide: March 2025
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
Prayer Guide: February 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
FWW Prayer Guide: January 2025
Welcome to the FWW Prayer Guide for January. We hope it will be useful for personal prayer, but also for those who lead intercessions in services. Do pass it on to others. It is available for printing as in both A4 and A5 format. Any feedback from use of the Guide would be most welcome. … Continue reading FWW Prayer Guide: January 2025
FWW Prayer Guide: December 2024
Welcome to the FWW Prayer Guide for December. We hope it will be useful for personal prayer, but also for those who lead intercessions in services. Do pass it on to others. available as a PDF file A5 (2 pages) or A4 (1 page). Any feedback from use of the Guide would be most welcome. … Continue reading FWW Prayer Guide: December 2024