Reflections from Torch Trust

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Torch Trust is a Christian organisation with a worldwide vision for people with sight loss. We produce a weekly radio programme called Reflections which airs on RNIB Connect Radio. The show focuses on faith and disability in today's world and here you can find a podcast version of the show. Uploaded weekly, after our Sunday broadcasts, this version has had music tracks removed. read less

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From Finance to disability Champion Part 1.

From Finance to disability Champion Part 1.

In 2006 Hardeep Rai was living a good life. He was at the pinnacle of his career in finance and he was about to become a dad. What he didn’t know, was that the birth of his son Eshan, who was severely disabled, would turn his life in an unexpected direction, including becoming a Christian […]

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From Finance to disability Champion Part 1.

From Finance to disability Champion Part 1.

In 2006 Hardeep Rai was living a good life. He was at the pinnacle of his career in finance and he was about to become a dad. What he didn’t know, was that the birth of his son Eshan, who was severely disabled, would turn his life in an unexpected direction, including becoming a Christian […]

Reflections 02.02.2025 Sound Without Sight Part 2.

Reflections 02.02.2025 Sound Without Sight Part 2.

In this episode, we hear the second part of Linn’s interview with blind sound engineer and musician Peter Bosher, who reflects on how faith inspires his music and talks about the Elizabeth Eagle-bott Memorial Fund, an exciting opportunity for blind and partially sighted musicians. We also get another teaser from Blind faith, Torch’s newest podcast […]

Reflections 26.01.2025 Sound Without Sight Part

Reflections 26.01.2025 Sound Without Sight Part

In this episode, Linn Davies interviews blind musician and sound engineer Peter Bosher, who shares how he got into working with sound. He also talks about sound without Sight, an initiative for blind musicians and sound makers. Visit soundwithoutsight.org to find out more. There’s also a teaser from Torch’s newest podcast Blind faith, which features […]

Reflections From Torch Trust 19.01.2025 Choose To Laugh

Reflections From Torch Trust 19.01.2025 Choose To Laugh

For many, January can feel like a long, cold month. So in this episode, we speak to laughter workshop leader Ian Macdonald about how we can incorporate more laughter in our lives. To contact Torch Trust with any comments or feedback, call 01858 438260 email info@torchtrust.org or visit torchtrust.org.

Reflections Podcast 12.01 Torch Together Holidays 2025

Reflections Podcast 12.01 Torch Together Holidays 2025

Bookings for the Torch Together Holiday programme 2025 opens on 13 January. In this episode, Torch Together Coordinator Becky Davies talks about this years offerings and we chat to Colin and Lesley Palgrave about what you can expect as a guest on a Torch holiday. To contact Torch Trust with any comments or feedback, call […]

Reflections Podcast The 5th of January 2025 All About Braille

Reflections Podcast The 5th of January 2025 All About Braille

Braille was invented 200 years ago. And this episode looks at how Braille continues to be significant today both in the UK and abroad. New producer Linn Davies first talks to Jake Kyle from Compass Braille about the new NIV Braille Bible translation and then to Matthew Horspool about how Braille enables him to be […]

Reflections Podcast 29th December 2024: Disability and Friendship

Reflections Podcast 29th December 2024: Disability and Friendship

Marilyn Baker sits down with Torch Trusts’ Sheila Armstrong to chat about friendship and disability, and how the two go hand in hand.

Torch Trust Reflections Christmas Special 2024

Torch Trust Reflections Christmas Special 2024

Join Marilyn and the Torch Trust team as they bring you readings, messages and a Christmas special sermon. We’re also joined by comedian Paul Kerensa for the tale behind one of the greatest Christmas songs too!

Reflections Podcast 22nd December 2024: Jade and John Reynolds – Able To Laugh – Extended Interview!

Reflections Podcast 22nd December 2024: Jade and John Reynolds – Able To Laugh – Extended Interview!

Podcasters, authors and social media starlets Jade and John Reynolds join Chris Byland to chat faith, disability and their latest book ‘Able To Laugh‘ in this is the extended edition of Reflections.

Reflections Podcast 15th December 2024: Comedian, Writer and Podcaster Paul Kerensa – Part 2

Reflections Podcast 15th December 2024: Comedian, Writer and Podcaster Paul Kerensa – Part 2

The second part of our chat with Paul hears him chatting about eye sight, WW1, his book Hark! The Biography of Christmas and the history podcast, The British Broadcasting Century, and much more!

Reflections Podcast 08th December 2024: Comedian, Writer and Podcaster Paul Kerensa – Part 1

Reflections Podcast 08th December 2024: Comedian, Writer and Podcaster Paul Kerensa – Part 1

Paul Kerensa travels around the UK constantly on tour with his various shows, currently it’s carols and comedians visiting churches which is a whole heap of fun and gets you in the mood for Christmas, but away from that he’s written for top TV shows like Miranda, Not Going Out, Top Gear, TFI Friday, The […]

Reflections Podcast 1st December 2024: God, Disability and Justice – Part 2

Reflections Podcast 1st December 2024: God, Disability and Justice – Part 2

We hear once more from Fiona MacMillan, who shares with us her role within the Church of England’s General Synod, and what it’s doing to help churches become more disability aware.

Reflections Podcast 24th November 2024: God, Disability and Justice – Part 1

Reflections Podcast 24th November 2024: God, Disability and Justice – Part 1

This week on Reflections we hear from Fiona MacMillan, a member of the Church of England’s general synod, trustee of Inclusive Church, and chair of the Disability Advisory Group at St Martin-in-the-Fields in London.

Reflections Podcast 17th November 2024: Count Everyone In

Reflections Podcast 17th November 2024: Count Everyone In

We hear from a charity that is on a mission to connect churches with people who have a learning disability by breaking down the barriers of accessibility and helping people to understand the bible and Jesus.

Reflections Podcast 10th November 2024: Kate Nicholas – Part 2

Reflections Podcast 10th November 2024: Kate Nicholas – Part 2

We hear once more from preacher and author Kate Nicholas, who continue to share her journey with God, writing and cancer.

Reflections Podcast 03rd November 2024: Kate Nicholas – Part 1

Reflections Podcast 03rd November 2024: Kate Nicholas – Part 1

Preacher Kate Nicholas takes us on her unusual route to finding God, and shares the journey that she’s been on with cancer.

Reflections Podcast 27th October 2024: Mental Illness and Faith – Part 2

Reflections Podcast 27th October 2024: Mental Illness and Faith – Part 2

Freelance Theology of Mental Health Specialist, Rachael Newham, talks about how she’s been helping churches, her books and specialist degree.

Reflections Podcast 20th October 2024: Mental Illness and Faith – Part 1

Reflections Podcast 20th October 2024: Mental Illness and Faith – Part 1

Freelance Theology of Mental Health Specialist, Rachael Newham, shares her incredibly candid, powerful and honest journey of living with mental illness and God.

Reflections Podcast 13th October 2024: Sight Loss Sunday 2024

Reflections Podcast 13th October 2024: Sight Loss Sunday 2024

Join us as we mark and celebrate Sight Loss Sunday 2024 with a special church at home service

Reflections Podcast 06th October 2024: Torch Trust CEO Sarah Dawkins

Reflections Podcast 06th October 2024: Torch Trust CEO Sarah Dawkins

Sarah Dawkins, CEO of the Torch Trust looks ahead to 2024’s Sight Loss Sunday with Marilyn Baker and shares just why it’s so important.