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The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Flourishing – The Flourishing Student (Part I)

In this episode of our "Flourishing" stream, Sam talks to Fabienne Vailes, an expert on wellbeing in education. In this first half of their discussion, they talk about what flourishing really looks like, and ask who are we in this garden called life? https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/flourishing-the-flourishing-student-part-i?si=d9c3bc30d5ee4c95b5ae7843949d6af3&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing You can learn more about Fabienne's work and access free resources… Continue reading The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Flourishing – The Flourishing Student (Part I)

Action

At What Cost: A Conversation about Food Banks

In this second episode of the “At What Cost” podcast series, Emily talks to Emma Greenough, Fundraising Manager of The Welcome Centre in Huddersfield. You can read more, access the show notes and take action at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk. https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/at-what-cost-foodbanks?si=214686e5688e4bbcb707cc28bc5cf108&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Additional links:The Welcome Centre | HomeThe Trussell Trust - Stop UK Hunger If you have been moved by… Continue reading At What Cost: A Conversation about Food Banks

Justice

At What Cost: A Conversation about Debt and Budgeting

In the third episode of the "At What Cost" podcast series, Emily sat down with Samantha Price, Manager of the Wharfedale & Aireborough Christians Against Poverty Centre. https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/at-what-cost-debt-and-budgeting/s-uEiJKvOkiM0?si=719a77de3aad470ba47c959b2b0bc08d&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Additional links: Christians Against Poverty: CAP UK | Home The Christians Against Poverty website hosts the CAP Money Course, CAP Life Skills and CAP Job Clubs, which… Continue reading At What Cost: A Conversation about Debt and Budgeting

Sanctuary

The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Sanctuary – Living Authentically Wherever You Are

In this week’s episode, Emily was joined by Mike Wildsmith of Bethesda Evangelical Church in Warrington, and Chaplain at Leeds Rhinos. Mike shares some of his journey to being a full-time pastor, and the value of skills learnt in his early career. https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/sanctuary-living-authentically-wherever-you-are?si=cf7a9c95e48749dca2506f8fed152a0f&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing In life and faith, we value and appreciate different perspectives, and encourage… Continue reading The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Sanctuary – Living Authentically Wherever You Are

Action

At What Cost: A Theological Perspective

Welcome to the first episode of the "At What Cost" podcast series, a collaboration between us here at Leeds Sanctuary and Manchester & Stockport Methodists. In this first episode, we ask why the Cost of Living Crisis should matter to Christians, speaking to Anna Bland (our Team Leader) and Revd Ian Rutherford of Central Hall… Continue reading At What Cost: A Theological Perspective

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The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Sanctuary – Faith, Sport and Mental Health

In this episode, Emily is joined by Warren Evans, CEO of Sports Chaplaincy UK. They discuss the place of sport and the church in people's lives, the role of chaplaincy in sporting environments and how valuable chaplaincy support is to sportspeople whose mental health is being challenged. In May 2023, Warren will be undertaking The… Continue reading The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Sanctuary – Faith, Sport and Mental Health

Flourishing

The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Flourishing – Conflict Resolution

Sam is joined by Anna and David for a "round table" conversation about conflict resolution. They discuss how hard or easy they find it for themselves, as well as what value there is to be found in working through it. Do you have any tips for resolving conflict? We would love to hear them! https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/flourishing-conflict-resolution?si=9e5cf20c599648d8b875a9004e102c50&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing… Continue reading The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Flourishing – Conflict Resolution

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The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Flourishing – Toxic Positivity vs Toxic Negativity

This month's "Flourishing" stream is on the topics of Toxic Positivity and Toxic Negativity. It's often acknowledged that these attitudes can be harmful, but where do they begin, and how do we break the thought habit? https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/flourishing-toxic-positivity-vs-toxic-negativity?si=3bf50536a9904abfb1d53866e75f5dab&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

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The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Sanctuary and Busyness

This month's "Sanctuary" stream is a discussion between Emily and David on "Busyness". We reflect on Advent and the balance of "being" and "doing", in anticipation of Lent. https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/sanctuary-busyness/s-TYpWK4c2yFt?si=b39e923c81bb48e79e6b039769adc29b&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing The Lent resources we anticipate releasing in our chat are now available through our social media channels; find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

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The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Justice and Biodiversity

As part of the launch of the new Leeds Craftivists campaign on Biodiversity, Anna was joined by Grace Hills, a permaculture artist and one of the Craftivists' leaders, living in North Leeds. https://soundcloud.com/leedssanctuary/justice-justice-and-biodiversity?si=e143792b7d2541fd960562f319ca0c51&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing We are thankful to Grace for sharing some of her learning and views on Biodiversity, and especially for her openness in sharing… Continue reading The Leeds Sanctuary Podcast: Justice and Biodiversity