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Author: Torch Trust
Language: enTorch Trust is a Christian organisation with a worldwide vision for people with sight loss. We produce a weekly radio programme called Reflections which airs on RNIB Connect Radio. The show focuses on faith and disability in today's world and here you can find a podcast version of the show. Uploaded weekly, after our Sunday broadcasts, this version has had music tracks removed.
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Hopes ProjectIn this week’s episode of Reflections, Linn talks to Torch CEO Sarah Dawkins about a new and exciting project where Torch will give cuddly toy lambs with a Jesus story book audioplayer embedded to blind and partially sighted children. We also hear the story book version of The Prodigal Son, read by David Suchet. To […]So 09.03.20250 : 00 min -
Preparing for LentIn this episode of Reflections, Linn talks to Torch’s Becky Davies about what to expect for this year’s online Lent group. We also hear an extract from At home in Lent by Gordon Giles, the book the group will be discussing. To contact Torch Trust with any comments or feedback, call 01858 438260 email [email protected] or […]So 02.03.20250 : 00 min
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All things TorchIn this episode, we hear from Vicki Bryson, Torch’s new Church Partnerships coordinator, who talks about what she thinks may be some barriers to including blind and partially sighted people in Church. We also hear from Marie McCarroll who attended Torchs Northern Ireland convention. To contact Torch Trust with any comments or feedback, call 01858 438260 […]So 23.02.20250 : 00 min
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from Finance to Disability Champion Part 2.This week we hear the second part of Hardeep Rai’s story. And how he rebuilt his professional life after leaving finance and setting upkaleidoscope.group to help disabled people find meaningful work or start a business. To contact Torch Trust with any comments or feedback, call 01858 438260 email [email protected] or visit torchtrust.org.So 16.02.20250 : 00 min
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From Finance to disability Champion Part 1.In 2006 Hardeep Rai was living a good life. He was at the pinnacle of his career in finance and he was about to become a dad. What he didn’t know, was that the birth of his son Eshan, who was severely disabled, would turn his life in an unexpected direction, including becoming a Christian […]So 09.02.20250 : 00 min
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Reflections 02.02.2025 Sound Without Sight Part 2.In this episode, we hear the second part of Linn’s interview with blind sound engineer and musician Peter Bosher, who reflects on how faith inspires his music and talks about the Elizabeth Eagle-bott Memorial Fund, an exciting opportunity for blind and partially sighted musicians. We also get another teaser from Blind faith, Torch’s newest podcast […]So 02.02.20250 : 00 min
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Reflections 26.01.2025 Sound Without Sight PartIn this episode, Linn Davies interviews blind musician and sound engineer Peter Bosher, who shares how he got into working with sound. He also talks about sound without Sight, an initiative for blind musicians and sound makers. Visit soundwithoutsight.org to find out more. There’s also a teaser from Torch’s newest podcast Blind faith, which features […]So 26.01.202525 : 15 min
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Reflections From Torch Trust 19.01.2025 Choose To LaughFor many, January can feel like a long, cold month. So in this episode, we speak to laughter workshop leader Ian Macdonald about how we can incorporate more laughter in our lives. To contact Torch Trust with any comments or feedback, call 01858 438260 email [email protected] or visit torchtrust.org.So 19.01.20250 : 00 min
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Reflections Podcast 12.01 Torch Together Holidays 2025Bookings for the Torch Together Holiday programme 2025 opens on 13 January. In this episode, Torch Together Coordinator Becky Davies talks about this years offerings and we chat to Colin and Lesley Palgrave about what you can expect as a guest on a Torch holiday. To contact Torch Trust with any comments or feedback, call […]So 12.01.20250 : 00 min
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Reflections Podcast The 5th of January 2025 All About BrailleBraille was invented 200 years ago. And this episode looks at how Braille continues to be significant today both in the UK and abroad. New producer Linn Davies first talks to Jake Kyle from Compass Braille about the new NIV Braille Bible translation and then to Matthew Horspool about how Braille enables him to be […]So 05.01.20250 : 00 min
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Reflections Podcast 29th December 2024: Disability and FriendshipMarilyn Baker sits down with Torch Trusts’ Sheila Armstrong to chat about friendship and disability, and how the two go hand in hand.So 29.12.202420 : 36 min
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Torch Trust Reflections Christmas Special 2024Join Marilyn and the Torch Trust team as they bring you readings, messages and a Christmas special sermon. We’re also joined by comedian Paul Kerensa for the tale behind one of the greatest Christmas songs too!Mi 25.12.202435 : 52 min
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Reflections Podcast 22nd December 2024: Jade and John Reynolds – Able To Laugh – Extended Interview!Podcasters, authors and social media starlets Jade and John Reynolds join Chris Byland to chat faith, disability and their latest book ‘Able To Laugh‘ in this is the extended edition of Reflections.So 22.12.202440 : 18 min
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Reflections Podcast 15th December 2024: Comedian, Writer and Podcaster Paul Kerensa – Part 2The second part of our chat with Paul hears him chatting about eye sight, WW1, his book Hark! The Biography of Christmas and the history podcast, The British Broadcasting Century, and much more!So 15.12.202424 : 17 min
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Reflections Podcast 08th December 2024: Comedian, Writer and Podcaster Paul Kerensa – Part 1Paul Kerensa travels around the UK constantly on tour with his various shows, currently it’s carols and comedians visiting churches which is a whole heap of fun and gets you in the mood for Christmas, but away from that he’s written for top TV shows like Miranda, Not Going Out, Top Gear, TFI Friday, The […]So 08.12.202419 : 22 min
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Reflections Podcast 1st December 2024: God, Disability and Justice – Part 2We hear once more from Fiona MacMillan, who shares with us her role within the Church of England’s General Synod, and what it’s doing to help churches become more disability aware.So 01.12.202426 : 43 min
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Reflections Podcast 24th November 2024: God, Disability and Justice – Part 1This week on Reflections we hear from Fiona MacMillan, a member of the Church of England’s general synod, trustee of Inclusive Church, and chair of the Disability Advisory Group at St Martin-in-the-Fields in London.So 24.11.202427 : 36 min
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Reflections Podcast 17th November 2024: Count Everyone InWe hear from a charity that is on a mission to connect churches with people who have a learning disability by breaking down the barriers of accessibility and helping people to understand the bible and Jesus.So 17.11.202423 : 48 min
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Reflections Podcast 10th November 2024: Kate Nicholas – Part 2We hear once more from preacher and author Kate Nicholas, who continue to share her journey with God, writing and cancer.So 10.11.202423 : 31 min
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Reflections Podcast 03rd November 2024: Kate Nicholas – Part 1Preacher Kate Nicholas takes us on her unusual route to finding God, and shares the journey that she’s been on with cancer.So 03.11.202422 : 47 min
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Reflections Podcast 27th October 2024: Mental Illness and Faith – Part 2Freelance Theology of Mental Health Specialist, Rachael Newham, talks about how she’s been helping churches, her books and specialist degree.So 27.10.202421 : 59 min
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Reflections Podcast 20th October 2024: Mental Illness and Faith – Part 1Freelance Theology of Mental Health Specialist, Rachael Newham, shares her incredibly candid, powerful and honest journey of living with mental illness and God.So 20.10.202420 : 43 min
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Reflections Podcast 13th October 2024: Sight Loss Sunday 2024Join us as we mark and celebrate Sight Loss Sunday 2024 with a special church at home serviceSo 13.10.202422 : 39 min
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Reflections Podcast 06th October 2024: Torch Trust CEO Sarah DawkinsSarah Dawkins, CEO of the Torch Trust looks ahead to 2024’s Sight Loss Sunday with Marilyn Baker and shares just why it’s so important.So 06.10.202418 : 42 min
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Reflections Podcast 22nd September 2024: Disability Awareness SundayDisability Awareness Sunday, organised by Christian charity Through The Roof, share how they are helping churches to become more disability aware.So 22.09.202423 : 30 min
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Reflections Podcast 15th September 2024: Chronic Illness and FaithWe hear from online support network YouBelong to find out how they are supporting Christians living with chronic illness and disability.So 15.09.202424 : 11 min
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Reflections Podcast 08th September 2024: Kare AdeneganBritish Paralympian Kare Adenegan takes some time out at Paris 2024 to talk to us about her life in sport and with God.So 08.09.202414 : 37 min
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Reflections Podcast 1st September 2024: Rev Augustine Tanner-IhmRev Augustine Tanner-Ihm shares what life was like growing up in Chicago, and how living with borderline personality disorder, dyslexia and dyspraxia have all impacted his faith.So 01.09.202418 : 27 min
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Reflections Podcast 25th August 2024: God and FencingThis week on Reflections with Marilyn Baker, we hear from the Reverend Shuna Body MBE, who wears a multitude of hats in her day to day life: she’s a vicar in Kent, works for the fire service, a school governor, chair of a charity, is married to a sheep farmer, she’s a fencing coach, a […]So 25.08.202419 : 00 min
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Reflections Podcast 18th August 2024: International Paralympics Committee and Paralympic Games 2024This week on Reflections Marilyn is in conversation with Craig Spence from the International Paralympic Committee ahead of this year's games in Paris talking about how the Paralympics have become one of the world’s largest sporting events, diversity and inclusion, what we can expect in 2024, and some of the positives and difficulties that surround the games too.So 18.08.202422 : 32 min
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Reflections Podcast 11th August 2024: Sight Village Central Review 2024This week on Reflections Marilyn Baker is joined by Torch Trust’s Sheila Armstrong to chat about Sight Village Central 2024 that took place recently in Birmingham, an exhibition which offers a unique opportunity to discuss and engage with new innovations and technology for people living with any degree of sight loss.So 11.08.202419 : 28 min
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Reflections Podcast 04th August 2024: Sports and Sight LossHow do you get on with getting out and about with sight loss? Hazel Dudley is a Liverpool football fan and regularly travels to games – she shares her experiences with us about her travels, enjoying sport as a fan, and the importance of Jesus in her life too.So 04.08.202425 : 15 min
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Reflections Podcast 28th July 2024: Dave Clarke OBE – Paralympics GBDave Clarke OBE is a former England and Great Britain Blind Footballer who captained sides during his 144 appearances for his country and also scored 128 goals. He has been entered into the English Football Hall of Fame for his achievements and is now the Chief Executive of the British Paralympic Association and Paralympics GB . […]So 28.07.202427 : 35 min
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Reflections Podcast 21st July 2024: The Eric Liddell CommunityWith the Olympics getting underway very soon, we’re this week thinking about the Christian Missionary Eric Liddell, the famous Scottish athlete and devout Christian who during the 1924 Olympic games in Paris dropped out of the 100-metres run —his strongest event—because the qualifying heats were scheduled for a Sunday. Joining us to chat about Eric […]So 21.07.202424 : 26 min
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Reflections Podcast 14th July 2024: Blind Fury MinistriesThis week on Reflections, we’re hearing from another sporting voice - in fact, in the United States he’s got a notable standing as a national champion blind bowler, securing a top-10 national ranking! He’s also a drummer, and a marriage minister that seeks to help couples bring God into the centre of their marriages. His name is John Helton and is the man behind the Blind Fury ministries.So 14.07.202423 : 40 min
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Reflections Podcast 07th July 2024: Love All Serve AllOn Reflections this week we’re turning our attention to the tennis fortnight that’s now underway at Wimbledon and hearing from Carolyn Skinner of Third Space Ministries, a charity that supports the fans trying to get into the ground with a friendly smile, eye masks, and the love of God!So 07.07.202420 : 45 min
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Reflections Podcast 30th June 2024: Penny Melville-Brown OBE (Part 2)This week on Reflections is the second part of our inspiring special with Penny Melville-Brown OBE, a former Royal Navy Commander who lost her sight during her time serving in the Navy. But after losing her sight, she didn’t give up on life – she turned her hand to helping those with disabilities get back […]So 30.06.202424 : 14 min
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Reflections Podcast 23rd June 2024: Penny Melville-Brown OBE (Part 1)This week on Reflections is the first of a 2 part inspiring special chatting with Penny Melville-Brown OBE, a former Royal Navy Commander who lost her sight during her time serving in the Navy. But after losing her sight, she didn’t give up on life – she turned her hand to helping those with disabilities […]So 23.06.202421 : 08 min
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Reflections Podcast 16th June 2024: Father’s DaySunday 16th of June, marks Father’s Day in the UK– a day where we pay tribute to dads and the roles they play in shaping our lives. The day however also brings with it hurt for some and we’ll be looking at the highs and lows of what Father’s Day is about with the singer […]So 16.06.202421 : 21 min
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Reflections 09.06.24: All About CaringMonday 10th of June, marks the start of National Carer’s Week. It’s a time to reflect on and appreciate the people across the UK who do such amazing work caring for others. Here on Reflections we’ve spoken to lots of people about the different forms caring takes and what it involves so today’s show is […]Mo 10.06.202414 : 31 min
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Reflections 02.06.24: Loneliness AwarenessToday we’re talking about loneliness – something that everyone has most likely felt at one time or another. To mark the upcoming Loneliness Awareness Week, we’re chatting with Lucy from Marmalade Trust and exploring some wonderful resources that might be able to help. Learn more at https://www.lonelinessawarenessweek.org/Mo 03.06.202419 : 51 min
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Reflections 26.05.24: Meet the CEOAt the start of this year, Torch Trust had a change in leadership and we were joined by a brand new CEO. Her name is Sarah Dawkins and now that she’s nearly six months in to the role, we wanted to hear how she was finding it. Our producer Grace caught up with Sarah to […]Di 28.05.202420 : 03 min
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Reflections 19.05.24: Pentecost ReflectionsOn today’s show we’re observing and exploring Pentecost, the day that the Holy Spirit descended on Mary and the Apostles, with some lovely reflective pieces…So 19.05.202416 : 56 min
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Reflections 12.05.24: The Joy of BooksTorch’s accessible lending library is one of our most popular and long-running services, and we recently discovered that one person has borrowed nearly 1000 braille and audio books from us! We caught up with Patricia to find out more about her life, experience of sight loss, faith and love of reading…Mo 13.05.202422 : 16 min
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Reflections 28.04.24: Families IncScripture Union have been running Christian holidays for many years and this year they’re launching a new holiday called Families Inc which is aimed at younger children with additional needs. We thought it sounded marvellous so we spoke with Helen Vinter to learn more…Mo 29.04.202415 : 13 min
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Reflections 21.04.24: Exploring CathedralsMore and more places are starting to offer tactile tours so that blind or partially sighted people can really get a feel for a building or venue. We think these tours can be such a great way to get to know somewhere without needing to see it, so we joined Kate Risdon for a tactile […]Mo 22.04.202417 : 38 min
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Reflections 14.04.24 Summer HolidayToday’s episode is all about the joys of holidays and we’re exploring some of the lovely Christian holidays that Torch runs for blind and partially sighted people!Mo 15.04.202415 : 20 min
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Reflections 07.04.24: Spring FitnessOn this week’s episode, we’re shaking off the cobwebs and focusing on fitness for spring. How can people with disabilities best find ways to get fit that work for them? Join us as we explore this topic!Mo 08.04.202422 : 27 min
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Reflections 31.03.24: Easter SundayJoin us on this very special day as we celebrate the Resurrection with an uplifting show featuring a brand new retelling of the Easter story from the points of view of some characters we don’t usually hear very much about…So 31.03.202436 : 28 min
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Reflections 24.03.24: Palm Sunday, Maundy ThursdayJoin us on the Reflections podcast for the start of Holy Week – a very eventful week in the life of Jesus which leads up to Easter Sunday. Today is Palm Sunday, which marks Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem. We’ll also be taking a look at Maundy Thursday and exploring a very old tradition…So 24.03.202417 : 18 min
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Reflections 17.03.24: The Joys of SpringWe’re halfway through March and Spring is well and truly in the air so join us on the Reflections podcast for a lovely spiritually uplifting episode celebrating new life and all that that entails…So 17.03.202418 : 33 min
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Reflections 10.03.24: Mothers’ Day 2024This week on the Reflections podcast, we’re celebrating Mother’s Day by taking a special look at some of the mothers in the Bible!So 10.03.202418 : 50 min
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Reflections 03.03.24: Compass BrailleBraille Bibles give blind people around the world the opportunity to read the word of God for themselves. But, just as important as having a Bible in a format you can read, is having it in a language you understand! Jake Kyle from Compass Braille joins us in this episode to explore this fascinating topic…Mo 04.03.202418 : 38 min
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Reflections 25.02.24: Disabled Christians Fellowship GroupsFellowship has been an important part of Christianity right since the beginning but for some people it can be very difficult to find community: they may be isolated, unable to get to church or they may feel unwelcome even if they can get there. Well, the Disabled Christians Fellowship have a mission to help people […]Mo 26.02.202422 : 09 min
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Reflections 18.02.24 More Than Able Part 2Two weeks ago we were joined by the wonderful Ella Abel who spoke about what it was like to begin losing her sight in her thirties. Today we’re catching up with Ella again as she takes us through the next part of her story, including how her faith has helped her along the way, as […]Mo 19.02.20240 : 00 min
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Reflections 11.02.24: Approaching LentAsh Wednesday is just around the corner and that means the start of Lent and time to begin preparing for Easter! So join us for this episode of Reflections as we explore what this important period of time means for us all…Mo 12.02.202418 : 58 min
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Reflections 04.02.24 More Than Able Part 1Many people associate sight loss with aging, but it can happen at any time of life. In this episode we hear from Ella Abel who lost her sight in her 30s, Ella shares openly about what impact this has had on her life…Mo 05.02.202422 : 11 min
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Reflections 28.01.24: National Storytelling Week 2024At Torch we love a good story – in fact we have more than 3000 books available for people with sight loss to borrow from our accessible lending library! So, it’s a good job that it’s National Storytelling Week, because that gives us the perfect opportunity to share some of the best books joining our […]Mo 29.01.202419 : 20 min
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Reflections 21.01.24: In Conversation with Julia ChapmanThis week on the Reflections podcast, we speak with Julia Chapman, a Torch trustee who became partially sighted due to retinal dystrophy. This interview was first recorded a couple of years ago for our previous CEO Tim Jeffrey’s Sight Loss 101 series, but it’s a great conversation about what it’s like to lose your sight […]Do 25.01.202417 : 54 min
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Reflections 14.01.24: Tim’s TaleTim Jeffrey has finished his time as Torch’s CEO – and while he’s been with us he’s made some fantastic contributions to Reflections! With that in mind, we couldn’t let him go without asking him to share his reflections on faith, sight loss and where God is leading him next…Mo 15.01.202419 : 52 min
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Reflections 07.01.24: Celebrating EpiphanyOn the 6th January, people around the world marked the Feast of Epiphany, or the Day of the Three Kings. But how is this special period celebrated in different places? We decided to find out, as well as enjoying some lovely spiritual reflections related to this time of year…Mo 08.01.202419 : 11 min
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Reflections 31.12.23: New Year’s EveIt’s time for our New Year’s Eve extra long special! Listen in as we prepare for the year ahead and cast our ears back on on the year that has passed with our ‘Reflections on Reflections’ retrospective…So 31.12.202337 : 52 min
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Reflections 25.12.23: Christmas Day 2023It’s Christmas Day and the Reflections team are ready and waiting to celebrate with you. Join us for an extra long episode of beautiful, uplifting faith-filled interviews, thoughts and more as we explore what Christmas really means for us all…Mo 25.12.202331 : 10 min
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Reflections 24.12.23: Christmas Eve 2023Join us for a festive celebration of Christmas Eve, featuring a lovely interview with Rosalie Dias about what Christmas was like for her growing up in Tanzania…So 24.12.202320 : 08 min
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Reflections 17.12.23: Advent JoyThe third Sunday in Advent has a wonderful theme: JOY! So join us for a fun-filled, cheerful festive episode of Reflections as we prepare for Christmas and feel the joy of knowing Christ the Lord…Mo 18.12.202320 : 59 min
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Reflections: Advent Peace 10.12.23The second Sunday in Advent is known by some as the Day of Peace so that’s our focus for this week’s episode! Join us for a peaceful time of spiritual reflection that we hope will leave you feeling surrounded by God’s love – and a little more ready for Christmas!Mo 11.12.202319 : 10 min
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Reflections 03.12.23: Advent HopeOn this week’s Reflections, we’re marking the first Sunday of Advent and exploring the theme of hope that the day is centred around. Join us for some beautiful spiritual preparation for the beginning of the Christmas seasonMo 04.12.202315 : 25 min
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Reflections 26.11.23: Shooting BlindHeinrich Barth lost his sight when he had a brain aneurysm several years ago. He and his wife Irene join us on Reflections to share how their love and faith got them through a terrifying time and how God has blessed them via a return to one of Heinrich’s passions. See Heinrich’s photos and buy […]Mo 27.11.202321 : 40 min
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Reflections 19.11.23: Poetry in MotionThis week we’re chatting to the lovely Rosalie Dias who we met on a Torch holiday! Rosalie shares her experiences with having Stargardt Disease, being a Christian, and having a passion for poetry…Mo 20.11.202318 : 06 min
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Reflections 12.11.23: Remembrance SundayOn this week’s show we mark Remembrance Sunday by celebrating the work of SASRA. SASRA, which stands for The Soldiers’ & Airmen’s Scripture Readers Association, have a mission to introduce soldiers and air force personnel to a practical experience of the Christian faith by living and working alongside them, and sharing scripture with them.Di 14.11.202317 : 03 min
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Reflections 05.11.23: Bonfire Night and Advent BooksThis week on Reflections, we’re thinking about fireworks and we’re exploring the wide possibilities of Advent reading. Yes, it may feel a little early still to think about anything festive, but it’s the perfect time to start planning our reading for the season, helping us prepare for the joy of Christmas.Mo 06.11.202321 : 01 min
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Reflections 29.10.23: Illness, Disability and CaringThis week on Reflections, we’re exploring the realities of being a carer, having a disability or experiencing illness. We’re joined by author Bernadette Meaden who wrote a book which faces up to all of these topics and explores how the Bible can be a source of support.Mo 30.10.202319 : 37 min
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Reflections 22.10.23: Grace Under FireOn this week’s Reflections show, we’re joined by Anthony Cooper, recently appointed MBE, who dreamed of a life in the military from a young age. When he joined the army, the unexpected happened and changed his life forever. Join us for his story of sight loss, faith, doubt and God’s transforming love.Mo 23.10.202317 : 32 min
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Reflections 08.10.23: Blind MythsOn this week’s Reflections show, we’re doing some serious myth-busting as Marilyn, Sheila and Jan explore some of the misconceptions often held about blind and partially sighted people.Mo 09.10.202316 : 13 min
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Reflections 01.10.23: Happy Birthday Songs of PraiseThis week we’re wishing popular British TV show ‘Songs of Praise’ a very happy 62nd birthday as we chat with conductor Paul Leddington-Wright about his many years of work on the show!Mo 02.10.202319 : 12 min
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Reflections 24.09.23: The Tale of St NathalanThis week’s podcast takes us all the way back to 7th century Scotland as we explore the life and legends of St Nathalan…Mo 25.09.202312 : 58 min
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Reflections 17.09.23: Looking Forward to Sight Loss SundayHave you ever found it difficult to take part in church services? Do you discover barriers to participation in church life? At Torch we often hear from blind and partially sighted people who are facing these challenges, so we set up Sight Loss Sunday. This is a day focused around waking the church up to […]Mo 18.09.202322 : 36 min
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Reflections 10.09.23: Unashamed with Tracy WilliamsonToday we’re speaking with Tracy Williamson about her new book, Unashamed, which aims help us all live lives free from feelings of shame and past hurts, and to show us how transformative the healing love of God can really be. Get copies in standard print at https://www.unashamed.org.uk/ or in braille and large print from Torch […]Mo 11.09.202316 : 31 min
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Reflections 03.09.23: Summer Bible Study Part 2Continuing from last week’s episode, we’re focusing on two more aspects of encountering Jesus as Christians, led by Bible studies from Torch CEO Tim Jeffrey, and Rev Chich Hewitt who has sight loss and is a long time friend of Torch. The show will still make sense if you missed last week’s, but you can […]Mo 04.09.202317 : 17 min
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Reflections 27.08.23: Summer Bible Study Part 1This week’s episode features thoughts by blind friends of Torch which use Biblical stories of people encountering Jesus to reflect on how we today can encounter Christ ourselves in a very real way.Mo 28.08.202316 : 30 min
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Reflections 20.08.23: Sports Stars!On this week’s episode we’re celebrating blind and partially sighted Christian athletes Sarah Leiter and Janice Tillet. Sarah will be representing Team GB in goalball at the IBSA World Games between the 20th and 27th August. To follow the games go to: https://www.ibsagames2023.co.uk/Di 22.08.202317 : 57 min
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International Blind Sport Federation World GamesThis week we’re exploring IBSA World Games with a great chat with Alaina McGregor, the CEO of British Blind Sport before the games begin on Friday 18th! To find out more about the games, including how to get tickets and follow the events, visit: https://www.ibsagames2023.co.uk/Mo 14.08.202314 : 15 min
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Reflections 06.08.23: Fellowship and love in Milton KeynesOn this week’s Reflections, Sue Richards shares her and husband John’s beautiful story of love, faith, sight loss, and running a Torch fellowship group in Milton Keynes for an amazing 30 years – and counting!Mo 07.08.202315 : 43 min
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Reflections 30.07.23: Meeting Michael MittonOn this week’s episode, Suzie James catches up with author, priest and retreat leader Michael Mitton for a great chat about encountering Jesus, and the retreat Michael will be leading at Torch House this October…Mo 31.07.202317 : 24 min
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Reflections 23.07.23: Inner Vision OrchestraThis week we speak with Baluji Shrivastav OBE about the Inner Vision Orchestra, an orchestra made up entirely of blind and partially sighted musicians from around the world. Learn more and find tour dates at: https://www.balujimusicfoundation.org/Mo 24.07.202318 : 20 min
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Reflections 16.07.23We speak with two Torch clients about their own individual experiences with faith, sight loss and using Torch’s various offerings and services.Mo 17.07.202315 : 49 min
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Reflections 09.07.23 What Is Belonging?We catch up with Laura Neal who founded the online Christian community YouBelong in response to her own experiences with disability and chronic illness. Find YouBelong at https://twitter.com/YouBelong_2019Mo 10.07.202321 : 36 min
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Reflections 02.07.23 Looking Forward to the IBSA World GamesOn this week’s episode, we take a running leap into all things sporty in celebration of the upcoming International Blind Sport Federation World Games which will happen this August in Birmingham. We’re joined by Greg Morgan from Christians in Sport and Steve Jones from the Fellowship of Christian Athletes to explore accessibility and faith through […]Mo 03.07.202318 : 24 min
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Reflections 25.06.23 Young People!On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Charlotte Carson from LOOK who shares about how this amazing charity is supporting young people with sight loss in a variety of incredible ways!Mo 26.06.202318 : 37 min
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Reflections 18.06.23 Fathers’ DayThis week’s Reflections is all about Fathers’ Day! In the show we explore God as the Father and his all-encompassing love for each of us, his children, as well as chatting with some visually impaired earthly fathers!Mo 19.06.202319 : 41 min
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Reflections 11.06.23This week’s theme is Celebrating Torch Groups, featuring a great chat with David Arthur who runs our Southwark Group along with his wife Sheila. The group has been going strong since 2007 and is a lovely, diverse, welcoming space.Mo 12.06.202316 : 19 min
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Reflections 04.06.23 Church Family with Emma MeadeThis week’s theme is “Church Family” and we’re sharing the story of how Emma Meade, who is blind, experienced a very frightening fire at her home, but has come through the experience with a new outlook on life thanks to the love poured out around her by her church family.Mo 05.06.202318 : 37 min
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Reflections 21.05.23: Seeing Is Believing?This week we’re asking ‘is seeing really believing?’ and we’re learning more about two very different people named Thomas: so-called ‘Doubting Thomas’ and Tom Burditt, one of Torch’s newest staff members!Mo 22.05.202322 : 54 min
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Reflections 14.05.23: Love and FaithOn this week’s podcast, we share personal spiritual reflections and life lessons we’ve learned. Join us to be comforted and uplifted by these tales of love and faith.Mo 15.05.202320 : 06 min
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Reflections 07.05.23: Beautiful Music with Viola ThompsonOn this episode we speak with the lovely Viola Thompson about faith, sight loss and her uplifting new album ‘Grateful’. Viola is a real inspiration, and if you’d like to get hold of her album just go to beracahmusic.bandcamp.com/album/gratefulDi 09.05.202315 : 42 min
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Reflections 01.05.23: The King’s CoronationOn this episode, we’re exploring the upcoming coronation of King Charles III, which will be only the second-ever televised British coronation! Tune in for our usual uplifting spiritual content, reflections and thoughts from the Torch team.Di 02.05.202314 : 46 min
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Reflections 23.04.23 The London MarathonSunday April 23rd was the date of the London Marathon 2023 – and on Reflections, we’ve been talking to one of the runners! Hazel Groves, longtime friend of Torch, discusses running as a visually impaired person, and how running gives her space to get closer to God. If you’d like to support Hazel as she […]Mo 24.04.202310 : 43 min
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Reflections 16.04.23 Charles Bonnet SyndromeMo 17.04.202325 : 41 min
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Reflections: 09.04.23 Easter SpecialThis week’s episode is an extra long one as we celebrate Easter and the hope it brings! Featuring Mercy Ships and some really uplifting reflections, come and celebrate with us.Do 13.04.202336 : 43 min
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Reflections 26th March 2023: Goodness of GodThis week’s Reflections podcast is all about the Goodness of God as we reflect on the blessings he brings into our lives and the amazing ways he thinks of us.Mo 27.03.202320 : 57 min
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Reflections 12/03/23 Spring Into FitnessMo 13.03.202318 : 48 min