Anna Friends Taster

Anna Friends Taster Morning

The Anna Chaplaincy is growing well; it was always the intention to set up an 'Anna Friends' Group to support the Anna Chaplaincy.

What is an Anna Friend?

Alongside the development of Anna Chaplains, another role has emerged organically: that of an Anna Friend. Such volunteers – well over 150 at the last count – are proving invaluable as they work alongside the Anna Chaplains, often giving a few hours a week to suit their own circumstances and play to their strengths and gifts. In this way, whether as Anna Chaplains or Anna Friends, the Anna Chaplaincy movement is empowering more lay people to be part of supporting older people and meeting their spiritual needs.

General Information: The main purpose of an Anna Friend is to work with and in support of their Anna Chaplains in their ministry to older people, in particular:

• To offer spiritual and pastoral support to older people who are living in care homes and sheltered housing complexes,

     their relatives, and staff who look after them;

•  To promote the spiritual welfare and pastoral support of older people in the wider community, particularly those facing   challenges living independently. This role will generally be in the context of the Anna Friend’s local church.

If you are interested about Anna Chaplaincy or about becoming an Anna Friend – join us for a 'Taster Morning'.  This is a drop-in morning at Tickhill Methodist Church starting at 10.30 am on Saturday 30th May 2026 with Faith Lunch to follow.

Everyone Welcome!