{"id":2122,"date":"2026-08-19T00:05:54","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T23:05:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/?page_id=2122"},"modified":"2026-08-21T23:15:38","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T22:15:38","slug":"anna-chaplaincy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/?page_id=2122","title":{"rendered":"Anna Chaplaincy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"394\" height=\"539\" src=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Two-ladies-talking-over-tea.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2138\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.7309901874952892;width:269px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Two-ladies-talking-over-tea.png 394w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Two-ladies-talking-over-tea-219x300.png 219w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 394px) 100vw, 394px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"329\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Lady-and-cross.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Lady-and-cross.png 329w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Lady-and-cross-300x255.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 329px) 100vw, 329px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anna Chaplaincy is commissioned and supported by Colchester Methodist Circuit to offer spiritual care, pastoral support, and companionship to older people in Colchester and the surrounding areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We work with Churches, care homes, healthcare professionals, community groups, and voluntary organisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our impact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reducing loneliness and isolation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encouraging community connection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting wellbeing in later life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening pastoral support for older people<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helping build dementia-friendly and age-friendly communities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Services, supporting you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Later life can bring many changes, including retirement, illness, bereavement, loneliness, reduced mobility, or moving into care settings. Anna Chaplaincy seeks to walk alongside older people through these experiences with understanding, kindness, and pastoral support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spiritual support may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Home Visits &amp; Pastoral Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spiritual Support &amp; Prayer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connection to Church Community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fellowship and worship services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bereavement Support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simply being present and listening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"577\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Supporting-you.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2130\" srcset=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Supporting-you.png 577w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Supporting-you-300x171.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 577px) 100vw, 577px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"329\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Three-people-having-tea.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Three-people-having-tea.png 329w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Three-people-having-tea-300x255.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 329px) 100vw, 329px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"577\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/What-we-do.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/What-we-do.png 577w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/What-we-do-300x225.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 577px) 100vw, 577px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"172\" height=\"229\" src=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Painting.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2141\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"344\" height=\"459\" src=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/pot-plants.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/pot-plants.png 344w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/pot-plants-225x300.png 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 344px) 100vw, 344px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What we do, our Chaplaincy activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anna Chaplain provide compassionate spiritual care through regular visits to care homes, meaningful one-to-one conversations, and dedicated prayer support for older people in our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Memory Worship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Memory Worship offers gentle, accessible services for older people, bringing together familiar music, meaningful reflection and opportunities to connect with faith, others and the wider community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Messy Vintage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Messy Vintage combines familiar songs, simple creative activities and gentle reflection to create joyful, meaningful moments of connection, faith and community for older people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coffee Gatherings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our Coffee Gatherings offer a relaxed and welcoming space to enjoy good conversation, friendship and a warm cup of coffee, helping older people stay connected and feel part of the community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get in Touch with us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our Anna Chaplain is Jastine Diaz<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We would love to hear from you. Whether you want to learn more about Anna Chaplaincy, volunteer your time, or request a visit for yourself or a loved one, please reach out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our <a href=\"\/?page_id=677\" title=\"\">News and Events page<\/a> has current information about what&#8217;s happening around our Circuit, including the Anna Chaplaincy work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please use the details on the <a href=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/?page_id=14\" title=\"Our People\">About Us page<\/a> to contact Jastine<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2068\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Jastine-Diaz-High-QualityJPG-PB300396-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Jastine-Diaz-High-QualityJPG-PB300396-scaled.jpg 2068w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Jastine-Diaz-High-QualityJPG-PB300396-242x300.jpg 242w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Jastine-Diaz-High-QualityJPG-PB300396-827x1024.jpg 827w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Jastine-Diaz-High-QualityJPG-PB300396-768x951.jpg 768w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Jastine-Diaz-High-QualityJPG-PB300396-1241x1536.jpg 1241w, https:\/\/colchestermethodists.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Jastine-Diaz-High-QualityJPG-PB300396-1654x2048.jpg 1654w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2068px) 100vw, 2068px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Anna Chaplaincy is commissioned and supported by Colchester Methodist Circuit to offer spiritual care, pastoral support, and companionship to older people in Colchester and the surrounding areas. 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