How do you deal with someone who wants to be helpful, but is unintentionally causing more of a hindrance? (Insights Episode 59)

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How do you deal with someone who wants to be helpful, but is unintentionally causing more of a hindrance? (Insights Episode 59)
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A new blind or partially sighted person has just started coming to your church. You have a very helpful congregation member who goes out of their way to welcome them and give them all the help they need. However, the help seems to be more of a hindrance to them. In this episode we discuss how to deal with this scenario.

To contact the Sight Loss Friendly Church team at Torch Trust, call 01858 438260, email slfc@torchtrust.org or visit torchtrust.org/sight-loss-friendly-church.

Reflections: 09.04.23 Easter Special

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Reflections from Torch Trust
Reflections: 09.04.23 Easter Special
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This week’s episode is an extra long one as we celebrate Easter and the hope it brings! Featuring Mercy Ships and some really uplifting reflections, come and celebrate with us.

A blind or partially sighted person is not happy that their accessibility needs weren’t met on day 1 (Insights episode 58)

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A blind or partially sighted person is not happy that their accessibility needs weren't met on day 1 (Insights episode 58)
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You are an SLFC and a blind or partially sighted person came to visit, only to complain that their access needs weren’t properly met. In this episode we discuss how a church can be proactive so that this is less likely to happen as well as how visitors can prepare to get the best possible experience.

To contact the Sight Loss Friendly Church team at Torch Trust, call 01858 438260, email slfc@torchtrust.org or visit torchtrust.org/sight-loss-friendly-church.

How to deal with a blind or partially sighted person who is taking over a prayer group with their personal issues? (Insights episode 57)

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How to deal with a blind or partially sighted person who is taking over a prayer group with their personal issues? (Insights episode 57)
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Imagine if you’re running a prayer group and one of your members who happens to be visually impaired, is taking over the group with their personal issues and this having a negative effect on other group members as well as the leaders. In this episode we discuss what may lead a person to behave like that and how to deal with it effectively, yet tactfully so everybody in the group gets heard.

To contact the Sight Loss Friendly Church team at Torch Trust, call 01858 438260, email slfc@torchtrust.org or visit torchtrust.org/sight-loss-friendly-church.

Reflections 26th March 2023: Goodness of God

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Reflections from Torch Trust
Reflections 26th March 2023: Goodness of God
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This week’s Reflections podcast is all about the Goodness of God as we reflect on the blessings he brings into our lives and the amazing ways he thinks of us. 

How to build an accessible church website (Insights episode 56)

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How to build an accessible church website (Insights episode 56)
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With several platforms offering easy tools and templates, building a website has never been easier. In this episode we offer up some tips and tricks to make sure your church website is as user friendly as possible.

To contact the Sight Loss Friendly Church team at Torch Trust, call 01858 438260, email slfc@torchtrust.org or visit torchtrust.org/sight-loss-friendly-church.

Reflections 19.03.23 Torch Together

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Torch Trust: All Content
Reflections 19.03.23 Torch Together
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On this week’s episode we’re feeling holiday-ready and focussing on Torch Together 2023. We’ll be exploring the fantastic Christian holidays and retreats that we have on offer, specially designed for blind and partially sighted people. 

Can blind and partially sighted people make palm crosses and join the Palm Sunday parade? (Insights episode 55)

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Can blind and partially sighted people make palm crosses and join the Palm Sunday parade? (Insights episode 55)
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In this episode we discuss challenges and top tips for making palm crosses if you have little or no sight. We also give tips on how to include blind and partially sighted people in your Palm Sunday parade.

To contact the Sight Loss Friendly Church team at Torch Trust, call 01858 438260, email slfc@torchtrust.org or visit torchtrust.org/sight-loss-friendly-church.

How do I make all age services inclusive for everyone? (Insights episode 54)

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How do I make all age services inclusive for everyone? (Insights episode 54)
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All age services happen across many churches and because they tend to be different to regular ones, there are things to keep in mind when making them inclusive for all. You’ll also get to hear how Linn and Matthew feel about Action songs.

To contact the Sight Loss Friendly Church team at Torch Trust, call 01858 438260, email slfc@torchtrust.org or visit torchtrust.org/sight-loss-friendly-church.