Christianity Week – 26^th June – 30^th June 

All events are available to staff, students and members of Global Plymouth. We will offer teas, coffees and light refreshments. 

If you are unable to make these times, please contact spiritualsupport@plymouth.ac.uk to arrange another opportunity to chat about these events.

Monday 26^th June: 

Beccy – 1pm - 2pm 

Chat with a Chaplain 

A personal testimony of faith – What happens when you die? 

"If you have ever wondered what happens when we leave this earth, then the story of Beccy is one that will touch your heart like never before. She was just like anyone else until she hit 35 and became a mother. The thought of what would happen to her children if something happened to her kept nagging at her every day.

Then one day, after much contemplation, prayer and seeking answers from the Bible, Beccy found her faith in Christ. Her journey led her down a path of peace that surpassed all understanding - and she never looked back!

If you are curious about where we go when we die or need hope in uncertain times, then let Beccy's story inspire you too! Click the link below to read more about how she came to find meaning beyond this life and everlasting love.

Tuesday 27^th June 

Jonny Libby – 12pm-1pm 

Grill a Methodist 

Come and ask Jonny any question you have about why he follows Jesus and why he is a Methodist. 

Are you curious about what it means to follow Jesus as a Methodist? Do you have any burning questions that you've never had the chance to ask? Well, now's your chance! Grill a Methodist is the perfect opportunity for you to pick Jonny's brain and get some answers.

Jonny is a staff member at Central Methodist Hall and has been a Chaplain at the University for sixteen years. He believes that through faith, kindness, and dedication we can all make this world a better place. So, if you're looking for insight into why certain traditions are so important to Methodists or if you just want someone to talk with about your own spiritual journey, then come join us!

At this event, there will be no topic off-limits. Whether it's politics or personal beliefs, Jonny is ready to engage in an open conversation that will inspire and challenge each one of us. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity - come grill our friendly University Methodist!

Wednesday 28^th June 

Professor David Salter – 1pm - 2pm 

"Bare Bones of Christianity: NOT what you think they are...", with insights from archaeology and the historical record as well as personal experience and faith. 

Come and explore the "Bare Bones of Christianity" - they're probably not what you think! Join us on a trip through history, archaeological discoveries and personal faith to investigate Jesus and his followers. Who did Jesus say he was, and what is the evidence that he was right? If he was just a good teacher, why did so many people hate him?

David is a physicist, biologist and medical anthropologist with a lifelong involvement in archaeology. At University he was a Buddhist, but became convinced that he couldn't earn his own ticket to whatever counts as heaven. He wasn't actually improving himself - just improving how well he disguised how bad he was! Reluctantly, he became a Christian, for whom Jesus says he's bought the ticket. But that was just the beginning... so come and share!

Thursday 29th June  

Rev. Michael Shaw – 1pm-2pm 

Deserts, Monasteries and Burnt at the stake!  

Looking for an alternative faith that defies the norm? Look no further than Christianity! The radical history of this ancient religion has been shaped by its bold proponents: from deserts to monasteries, they’ve pushed boundaries and faced persecution for their beliefs.

For instance, the Desert Fathers – ascetic hermits who withdrew from society to live out their faith in isolated desert environments – were among the earliest saints in Christianity. Their teachings on divine love and self-abnegation have influenced countless mystics throughout history.

And then there’s the Celtic monastic tradition, which brought a unique flair to Christian practices through music, poetry, and storytelling. These monks lived communally on remote islands off Scotland’s coast, took vows of poverty and service to others.

Despite these rich traditions of creativity and spirituality, not all Christians have experienced easy lives – some were even burnt at the stake for their beliefs. But their legacy endures today in churches that strive towards inclusivity and justice.

Friday 30^th June  

Beccy – 1pm-2pm 

Life Explored – ‘we all search for happiness, but are we looking in the wrong place?’ Exploring the Christian faith, through an inspirational video and discussion.  

Are you searching for happiness but feel like it's always just out of reach? Maybe you're looking in the wrong place. Have you explored the Christian faith as a potential source of true fulfilment? Life Explored is here to help guide you on that journey.

Our inspirational video and discussion group will take you beyond surface-level happiness and dive deep into what true joy looks like. You'll explore the meaning of life with a supportive community, gaining insights into who God is and how He can impact your life.

Don't let your pursuit of happiness come up short anymore. Join us at Life Explored and discover true joy through exploring the Christian faith. It could be exactly what you've been searching for all along – so why wait any longer?