Why do we have a Club Chaplain?
121 replies
Tinwheeler replied on 26/04/2016 16:51
Posted on 26/04/2016 16:51
Can I add my thanks for the explanation, that was all I was interested in
Not my thread and no intention was ever made to discuss religion, just an answer to a question from a concerned / interested member.
I agree, Dave. I'm interested in the role of the Chaplain and understanding that will let us see why CC believe it's a necessary one.
Kennine replied on 26/04/2016 16:58
Posted on 26/04/2016 16:58
Thanks for the explanation Rochelle, On the CC rallies I attended there were always church services on a Sunday morning held on the rally field. It was not compulsory to attend so some did some didnt.
If having a Priest on a rally is of help to somebody then it can only be a good thing.
K
replied on 26/04/2016 17:00
Metheven replied on 26/04/2016 17:04
Tinwheeler replied on 26/04/2016 17:09
Posted on 26/04/2016 17:09
100+ Posts on a non issue like this, I think some have too much time on thier hands
For goodness sake, David! It is not a non-issue to some. Have some respect for the OP. As for time on their hands - your irony gene is in overdrive again. Talk about inappropriate!
replied on 26/04/2016 17:20
TonyCSolihull replied on 26/04/2016 17:57
Wildwood replied on 26/04/2016 19:45
huskydog replied on 26/04/2016 19:54
G7ACU replied on 27/04/2016 00:45
Posted on 27/04/2016 00:45
Hi all.
As a very infrequent user of Club Together, I wasn't aware of this interesting discussion until this evening. As hubby to the subject of debate though, I thought you might appreciate the following response from the old gal herself ...
Hi all.
Having recently been made aware of this discussion on Club Together, I've now read the full thread with some interest, but cannot reply directly as to log on I have to be the primary club member - that honour is Paul's alone.
I guess it's just a discussion that is simply asking why do we have a club Chaplain. I assume it was an historical position as I believe there has only been two prior to me; my predecessor, Revd Canon Steph Roberts, having fulfilled the role since 1988.
I'm have to say that as I work full time in parish, my help to members is unfortunately limited, but I may be contacted via head office. Chaplaincy for me includes pastoral care and a confidential ear to those with faith and those without. I have many years of working in multi faith environments - from schools, prisons, hospitals and parish. Nothing surprises me now!
Following Steph's retirement, I was approached by East Grinstead initially to conduct the church service at the National at Cornbury; subsequently I was invited to take on the role of Chaplain. As a result I have been asked to run services for special events over the yeas rather than everyday rallies. Such activity happened to include last year's Southern Centres bi-annual rally where judging cakes and handicrafts was an unexpected delight (where I was caught on camera....). In addition I was asked to be a member of Club Council, which as you will be aware is a voluntary role.
Both my husband Paul and I, with our daughter, work with our local centre on the committee and we rally as often as our circumstances allow.
Revd Hazel
I'm sure they will be some further conversation, but please bear with, if a quick reply isn't forthcoming.
JayEss