Daniel

Assisted Suicide: Not in my name This week, Members of Parliament in the United Kingdom began formal scrutiny of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill , which seeks to legalise assisted suicide for terminally ill adults expected to die within six months. Despite significant opposition, the House of Commons has voted to give the bill a Second Reading, allowing it to progress further through Parliament. As someone who is both deeply involved in health care and ministry, I feel compelled to speak out. I deliberately refer to this legislation as permitting assisted suicide rather than assisted dying because I believe the term used reflects the moral weight of what is at stake. As a Registered Nurse, a Salvation Army officer, and a person who has journeyed alongside loved ones facing chronic and terminal conditions, I am firmly opposed to this bill, noting I speak in a personal capacity and not on behalf of my regulatory body or royal college.  At the core of the Christia...

Ministers of Religion: Can we face tomorrow? Earlier today, I read this thread on X:  https://x.com/marcushoneysett/status/1857328199543451682?s=46 Reflecting on the challenges outlined in Marcus Honeysett’s thread and my observations as a Minister of Religion, it’s clear that ministry and leadership often demand more than just outward expressions of service; they require inward resilience and continuous personal development. The struggle with feedback—taking it in, processing it, and applying it—points to the deeper need for spiritual direction, coaching, and mentorship. This is where a trusted elder or mentor becomes invaluable, serving as a steady compass to help navigate the complexities of spiritual leadership and personal growth. Such a figure not only helps interpret feedback but also fosters a space where vulnerability can be safely expressed and transformed into growth. The fight/flight/freeze response mentioned resonates deeply in ministry contexts where relentless demand...