Zaheer @chaplain2police Twitter profile

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Zaheer

9 months

Following ACPO guidelines, after 11 incredible years as a police chaplain, I'm transitioning to become a police constable. Wishing @polchaplainsuk and all devoted chaplains continued success in their invaluable service to the police family.

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Zaheer

@chaplain2police

2 years

As police officers swear allegiance to Her Majesty, your feeling the way you do today is understandable. Your chaplains are here for you.

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@chaplain2police

1 year

I'm (finally) going to be a police constable! I have a conditional offer from @LancsPolice (subject to vetting and medical) with a start date in January. Unfortunately, I would have to stop being a police chaplain, but I will continue supporting the well-being of my colleagues.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Many police officers wouldn't be able to do the job of a PCSO simply because the role of a PCSO requires a different specialist skillset to that numerous police officers don't have.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Blowing out someone else's candle doesn't make yours shine any brighter.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Most police chaplains are volunteers. We don't give you our time to support you because we're paid to be there. We do it because we care. Talk to us about anything that's on your mind.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Being a police officer asks a lot of you. Don't let it take your life. Talk to a chaplain, colleague, family, or friend. Talk to someone! #suicide

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@chaplain2police

10 months

Delighted to have accepted the offer from @LancsPolice for the position of police constable. To avoid a possible conflict of interest my role as a police chaplain will end in January, but the support I offer to the police family will continue.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Police officers deal with many stressful and dangerous incidents on a daily basis. Things the community are usually oblivious too. Thank you to every police officer who risk life and limbs and strive to keep us all safe.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

The police chaplain role is to make police officers take their own mental health as seriously as cakes fines.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Currently on the receiving end of trolling from the readership of a particular newspaper (which I won't mention). However, my account will stay open as to continue doing what I've done for the past decade: providing wellbeing support to the police family.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Being a police officer asks a lot of you. Don't let it take your life. Talk to a chaplain, colleague, family, or friend. Talk to someone! #suicide

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Call me Zaheer, imam, padre, bish, holy Joe, God botherer, abbé or any other name or even the man in a dress. What you call me doesn't matter as much as you being comfortable with me to talk. I will listen. #chaplain

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Alhmadulillah, by the Fadl (grace), Rahmah (mercy) and Qudrat (power) of Allah, we are blessed with the nehmat (blessing) of a baby girl. Alhumdulilah, both baby and mother are doing well. The baby was born on 1:09AM.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

If a chaplain talks about religion or God, its because you want them to. The role is about serving God by serving people, not about getting people to join God's squad.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

As a police chaplain, I don't carry a pen. No pen ✒️ = no paperwork 📄= no records 🗂️ = confidential 🤫

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@chaplain2police

3 years

During a Professional Standards or an IOPC investigation, some officers may feel they have been thrown under the bus. Confidential, off-the-record chaplaincy support is available. Police chaplains are independent, impartial, and care. You're not alone!

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Frequently hear "religion has no place in policing" often from people who do not understand the purpose of chaplainy. Chaplaincy isn't promoting religion in public office but being someone motivated by one's own faith to offer well-being support to people of all faiths and none.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

The inquest into the death of CC Simon Cole will be a difficult time for many in the police family. Police chaplaincy support is available to officers of all rank to get anything off your chest. You're important to us. We will listen and we care.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

An MP who frequently accuses police officers of harassment and blocks them for asking legitimate questions has been found guilty of harassment.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Blood donation is not only permissible for Muslims but is an act of immense charity. Allah instructed, "if anyone saved a life it would be as if they saved the life of the whole humanity" (Quran 5:32). @GiveBloodNHS

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Having tweets that get thousands of retweets, likes and comments is good. A tweet seen by just one person, for whom it makes a difference or changes their life is much better.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Having a 4 week old baby means I am not as active on here. However, confidential, impartial and independent, chaplaincy support is still available to the police family albeit between feeds and nappy changes. My DM remains open.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

The nation is hurting right now, more so the police family; for whom the Queen was the boss. You're not alone, your chaplains are here for you. We can't reduce the pain, but we will listen and support you during this difficult time.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

One day we will learn not to judge groups by the worst behavior of the worst of their members.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

To the hundreds of strangers in London my 3yo made eye contact with and said hello too. Be at ease, he is back up north.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Some of the bravest words a police officer can say are: "I'm not ok". Police chaplaincy is there for you to listen. Talk to us in confidence.

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@chaplain2police

1 year

After three days to recover from my job related fitness test (JRFT) , I've quit my 20 a day smoking habit. I also went on my first run in two decades today. Everything hurts, but I feel good. #Stoptober Any suggestions on improving my #fitness ?

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@chaplain2police

3 years

To be a chaplain is to listen and to hear when people talk, and to be a presence when words fail.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Remembering PC Catherine Sutcliffe, of @lancspolice , who died on duty on this day in 2004. #LestWeForget

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Respect and admiration doesn't pay the bills. #PFEW22

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@chaplain2police

3 years

At Ewood Park @Rovers to #GiveBlood #BloodDonation doesn't cost you anything but saves lives.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Be concerned with your character, not your reputation. Your character is what you are, while your reputation is what others think you are.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Two hours of chaplaincy today at @lancspolice includes: 43 "hi, how are you?" 5 conversations 3 misconception addressed 2 telephone conversations 1 "can I have a chat?" All without the the need for a booking. Your chaplain has time for you. Talk to us in confidence. We care.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Faisal Akram's hostage taking in a synagogue in Texas was abhorrent. However he does not represent the people of Blackburn, the Muslim community, nor people with mental health issues.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

One day we will learn not to judge groups by the worst behavior of the worst of their members.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

How many policing commentators who have never heard of JESIP before suddenly become experts this afternoon?

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Do chaplains proselytise ie try to convert people to their belief? Chaplaincy is primarily a pastoral role, to provide wellbeing and welfare support to people of all faiths and none. Proselytism has no place in chaplaincy. Chaplains are servants, not judges.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

My vetting is complete, and now back to pick up from where I left off as a police chaplain.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Condolence to the family, friends, and colleagues of former @lancspolice DS Mark Cruise (Cruisey) @cruiseysjourney having bravely fought motor neuron disease. Chaplaincy support is available during this difficult time. @LancsPoliceFed @BlackpoolPolice

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Criticism, like rain, should be gentle enough to nourish person's growth without destroying their roots.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

A mistake that makes you humble is better than an achievement that makes you arrogant.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Have police officers ever considered asking a chaplain to bring them some food when standing at a scene or a bed-watch for several hours without refs? Spending a day without food and water is bad for your health and wellbeing so why wouldn't we oblige? #Chaplaincy #OutsideTheBox

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Who investigates the IOPC @IOPC_Help when they get things wrong?

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Is a #chaplain exclusively for a particular faith group? No! A chaplain regardless of setting is a person of faith available for people of all faiths and none. I'm a Chaplain who is Muslim, not a "Muslim Chaplain". Limiting yourself to one's own faith group isn't chaplaincy.

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@chaplain2police

4 years

My role as a police #chaplain is to convince officers of all rank to take their own welfare, well-being and emotional survival as seriously as #CakeFine

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@chaplain2police

5 years

Can a #Muslim be a #policeofficer ? The role entails working to challange fasad (corruption or depravity) and zulm (exploitation and oppression) and to uphold adl (justice and decency). This is not only permissable but also earns thawab (spiritual reward for good deeds).

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Why do I follow and support none Muslim police associations like @JewishPoliceAs @uk_cpa and @nspauk ? They may not share my religion but are my brothers and sisters in humanity and I am a chaplain to them.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

A message from @CllrTigerPatel inviting the community to @LancsPolice recruitment event at @asda #Blackburn . Join the team to learn about the roles available within the police

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@chaplain2police

2 years

What is the agenda for chaplains? Your well-being is why we chaplains are about. Be it physical, mental, emotional or spiritual. You talk, we listen.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

On a busy shift its difficult but imperative to look after your own wellbeing. Everyone may look rushed off their feet, but your police chaplains will havr time for you.

Mike Pannett, Author,TV Drama/Doc Development 🇬🇧

@MikePannett

3 years

Big SHOUT OUT to my former . @metpoliceuk colleagues and EVERY officer deployed around the UK this afternoon and evening who will sadly be dealing with some mindless yobs. Vital to stick together, look after each other and stay safe. #HoldTheLine #Respect Pls RT 👍🏼💙👍🏼

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Police chaplains are there to support in confidence the whole policing family including serving and retired police officers, police staff, volunteers and their family. #chaplaincy

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@chaplain2police

3 years

A chaplain can't really provide support to horses, but can give a mint. We do provide a confidential, independent, impartial and off the record chat to humans. #TalkToAChaplain

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Don't let your bad days trick you into thinking you have a bad life.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

The risk and threat from #COVID19 are still very much real. Having missed the funerals for an uncle and his two sons in the space of 4 months and a cousin dying 3 weeks ago, all from Covid-19. Now my dad, brother and neice have covid. Request for dua/prayers. #GetVaccinated

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@chaplain2police

2 years

@PCRotherham If you want a chat Ste, I'm more than happy. I won't convince you to stay (or go) but will listen and can meet away from work if it suits you.

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@chaplain2police

10 months

It's called a Christmas Tree for the Christian festival of Christmas. Multi-culturalism or inclusivity isn't the diluting of cultural or religious traditions like this, but the celebration of our diversity. Also, I can confirm the word Christmas isn't offensive to Muslims.

OurCofELike

@OurCofELike

10 months

This is the Bradford multicultural tree in the city centre. I'm here to hang a bauble on the tree on behalf of the bishop... We love all our neighbours.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

As a police chaplain it's a #CakesOffence for me to talk about God/religion/theology when it's not relevant. Police chaplaincy is about you, your story, & your journey; it's not about me. Police officers, staff & volunteers can talk to a #chaplain about anything on their mind.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

A thread 🧵of my experience of #Islamophobia I don't want your sympathy. I don't want preferential treatment. All I ask is I'm treated as an equal. #TacklingDenial #IAM2022

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@chaplain2police

3 years

In the busy world of policing, your chaplain has time for you.

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@chaplain2police

4 years

@PCSOstan @SgtJJSharps It is easy to identify who you are if effort is put into it: which PCSO aged 50+ from Scotland put a vehicle defect in for a tire on or around 7th Nov and was off from 18th Dec to 3rd Jan. I'd advise to tread carefully but the choice is yours.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Difficult times for police officers are challenging times for police chaplains. Its imperative chaplains look after their own well-being.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Much discourse taking place about if the @BBCOne should have broadcast #CPR being performed on #ChristianEriksen and the impact on #mentalhealth and #wellbeing . Makes one think about how police officers and staff at times see cpr and other graphic scenes on a regular basis.

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@chaplain2police

5 years

Suspect: it's haram (forbidden in Islam) to be a Police Officer Officer does PNC checks… Warning markers for drugs, violence and weapons. Priors inc. dv assault, drink driving and drugs. Me: Thank you for your ifta but I will get a fatwā (legal opinion on Islamic law) elsewhere.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Don't attend every argument you're invited to.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Saying/using the Queen is... (present tense) as opposed to the Queen was... (past tense) can be a sign of unprocessed grief. Allow yourself to mourn and process the death of Her Majesty.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

You're welcome to bring as many friends you like to any mosque, but I'd request you don't bring your hate.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Being part of the police family at the moment is very much like being a Muslim when a terrorist attack happens. For the crimes of others, regardless of how much you condemn the actions of a few, you become guilty due to a loose association; tarnished and labelled as the same.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

I'm doing chaplaincy all wrong if I'm "promoting Islam" or trying to convert people. Despite numerous assumptions, I don't promote terrorism, cover up child abuse/grooming or advocate domestic abuse. My faith motivates me, but the role isn't about me or my religion.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Policing is a 30ish years vocation, being a parent/child/spouse/sibling is all your life. Don't loose the permanent due to the temporary. #FamilyFirst

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Zaheer

@chaplain2police

11 months

Every 2 weeks, a police officer dies by suicide in the UK. One of the best things you can do is to ask, "Are you feeling suicidal?" if you are concerned. It is better to ask and be wrong than not to ask and be right. Support is always available from your chaplaincy.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

As a man in his mid-30's, am I the right person to advise on menopause, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, or gender reassignment etc.? No! But, chaplains don't give advice (unless asked), we listen. We are here to provide a safe space to offload and to be heard.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Police chaplaincy isn't there solely for work related issues and stresses. Chaplains are available for marital problems, financial issues, mental health concerns, illness and bereavement etc. We will listen in confidence to anything and everything that's on your mind.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

What would your reaction be if someone says "I'll pray for you"?

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@chaplain2police

2 years

In the busy world of policing, your chaplain has time for you.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

As clarification had been requested for #AFO , I also don't carry crayons.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

A pleasure to meet faith and community leaders to discuss solutions to violence and knife crime in Lancashire at @bbcathedral . By working together we can influence positive changes in the community. @LancsVRN @LancsPCC @lancspolice #KnifeAngelLancashire

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@chaplain2police

2 years

The two officers stabbed near Leicester Square are in our thoughts and prayers. Chaplaincy support is available to everyone impacted by this incident.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

I often get told "sorry for having a moan". There is no need to apologise for releasing your frustrations. Chaplains are there for you to unleash whats on your mind and unload things that are bothering you. We will listen, we care.

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@chaplain2police

5 years

As a #police #Chaplain I rarely ever talk about God or #religion because that is not what the role is about. What I talk about is #wellbeing #wellness and #pastoralcare supporting people in their pain, loss and anxiety, and their triumphs, joys and victories.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Chaplains supports by: ✅Offering to listen without judging. ✅ Helping people to work through tough parts of life. ✅Provides impartial support after traumatic incidents. ✅ Care independent of work and home. ✅ Offering a simple presence for people when they require it.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Some of the bravest words a police officer can say are: "I'm not ok". Police chaplaincy is there for you to listen. Talk to us in confidence.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

To be a chaplain is to listen and to hear when people talk and to be a presence when words fail.

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@chaplain2police

10 months

Disappointed with myself as I didn't challenge someone when I encountered racism as a chaplain – was called a terrorist by a passerby due to my attire when attending a domestic incident. I know better and should be challenging stereotypes and promoting empathy. #EndRacism

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Knowing what you know now about being a police officer, would you join now? Police officers only please.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Leave people in a better state than what you found them in.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Great to be back doing my chaplaincy at @PrestonPolice , thankful for all 23 offers for a brew.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

How we walk with the broken speaks louder than how we sit with the great.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Remembering PC Sharon Beshenivsky from @WestYorksPolice on the 17th anniversary of her murder. On this day in 2005 she was shot dead by a criminal gang during a robbery in Bradford. She died on her youngest daughter's fourth birthday. #LestWeForget #OfficerDown #PoliceFamily

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Is there a waiting list to see a police chaplain? No! Chaplains will strive to see you at the earliest convenience; in many instances within a hour. We're available outside of office hours and if required away from a police station.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Surprised nobody associated #chaplaincy with #wellbeing . After all pastoral support, welfare and well-being is what #chaplains do. #wecops

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@chaplain2police

3 years

The anniversary of the murder of Sgt Matt Ratana will be a difficult time for many officers and staff not just with @metpoliceuk but across the country. Chaplaincy support is available to listen in confidence.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

The only person qualified to define your self-worth is you. It comes from within. You'll never find it in other people's opinion, validation or approval.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Q. What can I talk to a #chaplain about? A. You can talk to a chaplain about anything that is on your mind. We are available for your spiritual, mental, emotional, physical, and economical well-being.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

It is dangerous for a police officer to have the role entrenched into their identity. It leads to criticism to be taken personally, an attack on me the person. Also, retirement leaves a hole as you believe you have not just your job but also lost your identity and who you are.

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@chaplain2police

2 years

Chaplains don't support to receive acknowledgement, praise or appreciation. We support to be able to give kindness, compassion and love. Chaplaincy is being altruistic.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

They're called chaplains.

Dr. Glenn Patrick Doyle

@DrDoyleSays

3 years

The people who will be with us in our least attractive moments, who won't bail on us, who won't minimize or deny our pain, the people who see the real "us" even through our mess-- those are our people. They take longer to find. But they're out there.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

The workload may feel relentless at the moment for many in the police. If you feel overwhelm or struggling then your chaplains will always make time to listen. We're here for you, we care.

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@chaplain2police

3 years

Police chaplaincy support is available to the whole police family, not just front-line officers. Chaplains are available for police staff, volunteers (including specials), and retired police officers. We are here to listen in confidence.

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@chaplain2police

9 months

I will officially step down on 2nd January, but my last working shift will be tonight. Cakes purchased for the obligatory cakes fine (surprisingly my first ever). I hope to continue supporting officers, staff and volunteers but will be in a different capacity.

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