A message for Easter

Students wish the University community a Happy Easter, reflecting on the significance of this important time within the Christian faith.

Daniel, who comes from the Shropshire/Staffordshire region, is in his final year studying biological science, says: "As a Christian, Easter is of significance to me because we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. This celebration will usually involve a really nice time with family and meal, as well as going to church, attending a service, and reflecting on the Lenten season, which leads up to this time.

"Right before Easter is Holy Week, and on Good Friday, which is two days before Easter Sunday, I'll be fasting. This is the day that Jesus Christ was crucified, so as a Christian, for me, it's a day that I remember what my saviour has done for me. During Holy Week, some Christians abstain from eating meat, or may try different forms of fasting as a sign of remembering what Christ has done for us." 

Polina, from the Dudley area, who is in her second year of studying psychology and counselling, has participated in the Navigators Society and has also supported the formation of the Pilgrim Group, which meets on Tuesdays, 3pm at the Chaplaincy, providing space for meditation, reading and discussing lessons from the bible. Commenting on the support available within the University, Polina said: "It's really great, especially that all different faiths are represented. It's nice to be able to meet with other Christians, to discuss things, and also use the prayer rooms to take time out of the day to mediate on God's word." 

The Chaplaincy

The University Chaplaincy supports the spiritual, cultural and pastoral needs of students and staff of all faiths and none.  The Chaplaincy centre on Molineux Street offers hospitality to everyone, of all faiths and none, who simply want to drop in and have a chat or find a quiet place amidst a busy university. They also offer private and confidential conversations and support online, and over the phone. Chaplains attend events in churches, mosques, gurdwaras and other community venues.

Regular opening at the Chaplaincy building on Molineux Street during April.

• Mondays: 9.30am - 4.45pm
• Tuesdays: 11am – 4.45pm
• Wednesdays: 9.30am to 4.45pm

The Chaplaincy will be closed during the following days over the Easter period: 

• Closed: Monday 14 - Friday 18 April 
• Closed: Monday 21 - Friday 25 April 

Chaplaincy will re-open on Monday 28 April 9.30am - 4.45pm

For more details visit: wlv.ac.uk/chaplaincy | Follow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/wlvchaplaincy