Blog: Stories
Blog articles from JRS UK
There is a longing for a system that is for welfare, not for harm
11 July 2019
Sophie, JRS UK's Policy Officer, reflects on our latest report and the context of love at JRS.
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Food is symbolic of love when words are inadequate
04 July 2019
Rhiannon reflects on our Special Meal and the reciprocal nature of accompaniment.
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Arrupe Internship
19 June 2019
JRS UK's Arrupe Intern, Jasmine Husseini, speaks about her experience working with JRS.
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Exploring the world through a pinhole
21 May 2019
Matilda shares her joys from a recent pinhole photography workshop for our refugee friends.
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Exploring Accompaniment
14 May 2019
Sophie shares her reflections on our ongoing project to explore our mission of accompaniment
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“I Did It” – Crossing the finish line
08 May 2019
Thank you very much for your kind wishes and valued prayers over the last month
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The Light of Easter
30 April 2019
Nick reflects on the stories of darkness and light our refugee friends shared during Lent
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‘Embrace the Challenge’ – Marathon Interview
26 April 2019
We interview Aidan and Danny to see how they're feeling ahead of this year's London Marathon
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A space where all are welcomed and known
16 April 2019
Dunstan reflects on the time he has spent at JRS as part of his novitiate experiment
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‘Accidents don’t happen by accident’
16 April 2019
Paul, a JRS UK volunteer, reflects on the journey that led him to becoming a detention visitor
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