NHS Lothian Spiritual Care

26/10/2023

16/10/2023

Three little words:

How are you?

Whatever you're with, as chaplains we're here to listen. The core hours of our service are weekdays 9am-5pm, and we operate an out of hours on call service at weekends (Fri 5pm through to Mon 9am) for urgent cases.

Don't be a stranger. x

11/10/2023

When the world feels uncertain, it's helpful to stay hopeful. Things can get better 🌈 Join us for and find ways to take positive steps forward

https://actionforhappiness.org/calendar

09/10/2023

Autumnal words to hold you during the week ahead. Go gently.

27/09/2023

Join us next Wednesday 4th October for a further Time for Reflection. Our theme: 'the peace of wild things'. Meeting 11.15am at the Quiet Room in Mackinnon House, Royal Edinburgh Hospital. All welcome.

11/09/2023

Shout-out to former colleagues in this week's 'Geordie Hospital' (13/09, 8pm, C4). Heartfelt thanks to Head of Service Katie for giving me my first break in chaplaincy, and the fellowship of a great team - remembering our filmed breakfast! With love, Peter, Chaplain, RIE.

04/09/2023

Join us this Wednesday 6th September for a further Time for Reflection. Our theme: 'touchstone moments'. Meeting 11.15am at the Quiet Room in Mackinnon House, Royal Edinburgh Hospital. All welcome.

31/08/2023

Our capacity to care for others is directly related to our capacity to care for ourself.

Ready for Self-care September?

30/08/2023

Ministry of all green things: blooming lovely cyclamen in our quiet room at the RIE. Wishing you a good day ahead.

21/08/2023

This -

Pastor Nadia Bolz-Weber gives the Sermon on the Mount a modern-day twist

08/08/2023

You, me, all of us, together, sometimes...

07/08/2023

You're welcome to join us on Wednesday morning (9th August, 11.15am) for our time for reflection at the Quiet Room, Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Morningside. The theme is The Longest Journey. Chaplain Anthony Kramers holds the space.

31/07/2023

We can't control what happens, but we can still choose our response 🌈

Join us for and find ways to respond well in challenging times https://actionforhappiness.org/july

31/07/2023

A new day at Midnight.

17/07/2023

We listen... and it needn't be about religion. Whatever your beliefs, values and circumstances, as chaplains we offer our care and support as part of your NHS journey.

11/07/2023

We'd be delighted if you'd like to join us tomorrow morning (12th July, 11.15am) for our time for reflection at the Sanctuary, Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Morningside. The theme is Together. Chaplain Anthony Kramers holds the space.

07/07/2023

Our quiet room at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, adjacent to the Spiritual Care offices, is a place where you can meet with a chaplain, or take time for yourself. A selection of printed resources are available to support spiritual care. Can't find what you're looking for? Ask a chaplain!

30/06/2023

Jump back up July! For your month ahead.

30/06/2023

Wishing you a restful Friday.

01/06/2023

Every day may not be good, but there is something good in every day ⛅️ Join us for Joyful June and discover how to create more everyday joy https://actionforhappiness.org/joyful-june

29/05/2023

All the little things... In prelude to our celebrating NHS Lothian Pride this Friday 2nd June, these powerful words by Panti Bliss on near and present homophobia.

This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Ireland's foremost "gender discombobulist", Panti, shares her exper...

22/05/2023

Love is never done.

16/05/2023

United by music - congratulations Loreen on your second Eurovision success!

Subscribe and 🔔 to Eurovision 👉 https://www.youtube.com/user/eurovision?sub_confirmation=1Loreen from Sweden performed ‘Tattoo’ in the Grand Final of Eurov...

02/05/2023

I hope you'll join us tomorrow (Wednesday 3rd May) for our Time for Reflection, held in the Sanctuary at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital. Chaplain Anthony Kramers will lead us in exploring the theme of hope from ashes. The service commences at 11.15 am and will be approx 30 minutes in duration. All welcome.

01/05/2023

Create a little spaciousness this Bank Holiday Monday with this short meditation by Adyashanti. Wishing you a gentle day ahead.

http://adyashanti.org - Is there an already present state of quietness that exists before you go looking for it? Adyashanti leads this guided meditation abou...

30/04/2023

Wishing you a Meaningful May.

17/04/2023

Singing bowls for bedtime - a late night .
Sweet dreams!

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12/04/2023

Meet & Greet

Peter's part of the chaplaincy team at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. An Interfaith Minister with a first degree in Drama & Librarianship, he's drawn to all things creative and organised. A big Eurovision fan - attending each year - stop him in the corridor and ask his 'Douze Points'!

11/04/2023

Don't be late for your life.

09/04/2023

Gorgeous weather around Lothian this bank holiday weekend. Happy Easter!

06/04/2023

Wishing you a peace-filled and happy Passover.

03/04/2023

Sometimes, when it's all fallen to pieces, the most we can do is to be present in the debris. We live in a world that often strenously avoids facing the uncomfortable. We endeavour to fix, to bypass, or to blame. Instead, let us honour our courage and fortitude in simply *being* when the going gets tough.

Peter, Chaplain, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.

02/04/2023

Life is happier when we get outside, move more & stay active 🤸‍♀️🏊‍♂️🚴🏼‍♀️💃🕺🏻☀️ Join us for Active April and help spread the word

https://actionforhappiness.org/active-april

27/03/2023

Upon a starry night.

23/03/2023

Wishing all a happy and blessed Ramadan. Welcoming those who wish to use our sanctuary spaces for prayer. https://services.nhslothian.scot/spiritualcare/

20/03/2023

Meditation with the sea at Findhorn.

In silence and stillness we hear the voice of the sea, her consciousness connecting us to each other. Her energy flowing through us, clearing and purifying u...