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The IFCG has been pointed in the direction of two astonishing films. One of them, we may have already mentioned, the other came to us more recently. They are both inspirational. Both must be seen. The latest is from Razia Aziz – business consultant, spiritual counsellor, interfaith minister and performer. Razia is uniquely gifted. She […]

One of the problems of the moment is the stress faced by individuals isolated and alone in lockdown. Solitary confinement is the worst kind of punishment given to those in prison, it is truly terrible. Covid 19 means that good citizens everywhere now face the pain of voluntarily isolation for the good of others. It […]

As we enter the 45th day of lockdown, the IFCG has a delightful, heart-warming film to share with you. It was made by the ethical film-maker Sarah West on behalf of Hove Methodist Church, and is part of a larger project looking into the spirit of our City during the lockdown. Just take a look […]

This week our readings and prayers for Words of Connection address a number of spiritual issues including guilt and prayer. Many good people in our City feel that they are not doing enough to support the work of the NHS and others in combatting the effects of the lockdown. In the words of the great […]

We are receiving some wonderful readings and ideas to help us through the strangeness of self-isolation. This time we have two beautiful Buddhist readings, a wonderful nature prayer, a poem by Nicola Lytle, a Hindu Children’s Prayer and a Baha’i Prayer. In addition to this I would very much like to draw your attention to […]

This week we are featuring a range of readings, and we are also suggesting a video for you to consider. The readings include a poem by Jessica Salfia, an English teacher and writer from West Virginia. It is composed from the first lines of commercial emails received while she is in quarantine. It reveals the […]

Self-isolation has brought profound changes to many of us, and our lives. The positive side of the pandemic is now being widely considered, despite the growing sadness we feel for those affected. Today it is this positive side we have considered with these readings. The first poem is the widely praised “And the People Stayed […]

As the lockdown imposes limitation on us all, it has never been so important to connect with ourselves at the spiritual level. With this in mind, Words of Connection is releasing a 21-minute meditation, structured to free the mind and spirit. This four-part meditation is all about freeing oneself up. We hope you find it […]

Our second Words of Connection offers some very different but equally beautiful readings. They offer a thought about self-imposed isolation, in all its forms. The first is a very beautiful Baha’i prayer, and the second comes from the late and great John O’Donohue, which is followed by a short prayer of thanks, and finally a […]

The pandemic has brought pain as well as mixed emotions; spiritual comfort is essential at these times. With this in mind the IFCG is building a collection of prayers, poems and readings suitable for those of faith and none. The words have been created at this tender moment, and also taken from other sources that […]