Lutherans in the UK — Living Grace

In this episode we highlight the nearly seventy years over which the CLC has committed to making international students feel welcome in a foreign land. At the heart of the story: the International Lutheran Student Centre, a vibrant and beloved community of worship, friendship, support and refuge. Hear the story of chaplaincy's outreach through the ministry of the centre--and beyond--in the voices of current and former chaplains and participants.Featured interviews:Rev. Tom BruchRev. Tuulia Matikainen CastledineRev. Sarah FarrowRev. Rebecca DanielRev. Joseph Nelson
Music/Sound Credits:Finnish Hymn Tune (Nyland)- Clyde McLennan, courtesy of smallchurchmusic.comHoly Spirit, Sanctifier- Courtesy of King Cave ProjectRain Sound Effect- by Mind Mist from PixabayVarious audio from Taizé- Thanks to Rev. Joseph Nelson

As our outgoing finance manager Judith Edward prepares for retirement, she sits down with comms manager and colleague Wendy, to share what she really thinks about her time with the CLC, as well as some interesting--sometimes entertaining--reflections on what office life was like 40 years ago.
 

CLC Head of Chaplaincy Rev. Rebecca Daniel sits down for a brief conversation with Aswathi, a student who has participated in chaplaincy programmes during her studies in London, and reflects on her experience as she prepares to return home to India. You can learn more about CLC Chaplaincy at https://www.lutheran.org.uk/student-chaplaincy/ or by emailing rebecca.daniel@lutheran.org.uk.

The CLC 2026 Lenten series consists of six weekly reflections, each featuring a reading by one of our member church leaders on a particular theme, followed by an extended period for silent contemplation, and concluding with a blessing.Our sixth and final reflection takes us through Holy Week and beyond, from facing the reality of our own death to the light of Easter resurrection and the promise of life in the world to come. It is read by Rev. Andris Abakuks, Pastor of the Latvian Lutheran Congregation in London.

The CLC 2026 Lenten series consists of six weekly reflections, each featuring a reading by one of our member church leaders on a particular theme, followed by an extended period for silent contemplation, and concluding with a blessing.This week's reflection takes an uncommon perspective on ageing, and is read by Rev. Christa Hunzinger, serving the German speaking congregations in Manchester, Liverpool, Yorkshire and East Midlands.

The CLC 2026 Lenten series consists of six weekly reflections, each featuring a reading by one of our member church leaders on a particular theme, followed by an extended period for silent contemplation, and concluding with a blessing.This week's reflection is read by Rev. Karsten Hansen, priest at St. Katherine's, the Danish Church in London, and focusses on work and vocation.

The CLC 2026 Lenten series consists of six weekly reflections, each featuring a reading by one of our member church leaders on a particular theme, followed by an extended period for silent contemplation, and concluding with a blessing.This week's reflection is read by Elina Wright, LCiGB ordinand at Trinity Lutheran Church in Leicester, and focusses on the spiritual observance of solitude.

The CLC 2026 Lenten series consists of six weekly reflections, each featuring a reading by one of our member church leaders on a particular theme, followed by an extended period for silent contemplation, and concluding with a blessing.This week's reflection is read by LCiGB Seminarian Tym Novak.

The CLC 2026 Lenten series consists of six weekly reflections, each featuring a reading by one of our member church leaders on a particular theme, followed by an extended period for silent contemplation, and concluding with a blessing.This week's reflection is read by Seminarian Natalia Pearson, currently serving a pastoral internship with Trinity Lutheran Church in Nottingham.

CLC Communications Manager Wendy Sherer talks with Harshani Perera, a social work student from the Diaconia University of Applied Sciences (DIAK) in Helsinki, Finland, who served a three month internship with us during the latter months of 2025. Harshani discusses the variety of her experiences in the UK, and how they will contribute to her studies and work going forward.