Launceston Castle gatehouse Photo: by Nilfanion on Wikimedia Commons

‘The presence of a chaplain in a prison could unknowingly mean the difference between choosing life and death.’

Inside information: Simon Dell prepares for chaplaincy

‘The presence of a chaplain in a prison could unknowingly mean the difference between choosing life and death.’

by Simon Dell 20th August 2021

The ‘Going Inside’ Woodbrooke training was a wonderful start to a new phase of my life. Like-minded Friends were embarking on the role of chaplaincy within prisons. Some, like me, were newly nominated and going through an induction process. Some were already engaged within their teams, so experience and understanding was shared by us all. It was led by Judy and Diana – both experienced prison chaplains.