Day: 2 June 2014
The Spiritual lives of young people
‘Spirituality’ means different things to different people (1). For some, it’s about everyday values and meaning. For others, it’s about a connection to ‘something out there’ or with a very definite divine ‘someone out there’ (2). Despite this diversity of views, spirituality does have some elements commonly associated with it: meaning and purpose; connection to […]
Read MoreSupporter in the spotlight – St George branch supports chaplaincy after seeing the impact on its customers
St George Calamvale Branch Manager, Darren Weekes, first became aware of SU QLD’s chaplaincy program about four years ago. “I’ve heard so many stories of how the chaplain has intervened and helped children and their families considerably. The work of chaplains is phenomenal to me,” Darren says. “We see families come in that have gone […]
Read MorePromotion opportunity in the Spotlight -Build awareness through media coverage
Informing local media about chaplaincy events and telling journalists about ‘good news’ stories are great ways of building awareness about chaplaincy in the community. Local media – including newspapers, radio and television stations – want to write about useful information and news that will interest their particular community. Since chaplaincy is about serving the community, […]
Read MoreCEO Spot – Post-High court, post-Federal budget
Finally, more than 10 months of hard work has culminated in our High Court hearing from the 6th-8th May. Not only has the court has heard Mr Williams’ opposing views, but they have heard the government’s views about how school chaplaincy helps achieve National Education Goals by developing students in social, emotional, and spiritual dimensions, […]
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