Keeping Faith at The Front during the First World War – 14th October 2025 – Helen Frost
Some people had a faith and some did not – so how did the men and women who served in the Great War cope with the constant mental and physical strain that years of war perpetuated?
So many cultures and faiths came together to serve.
So many different nationalities served together.
The Great War was truly a shared history.
This illustrated talk focuses on two particular aspects:
Firstly, the extraordinary and unusual true stories and accounts of the unarmed chaplains and how they not only took and delivered ministry and faith to the soldiers and nurses at the front lines during the Great War but also how many went far beyond their calling to deliver kindness, reassurance and care during their service. Many were awarded medals for their bravery.
Secondly, there are also true stories and first-hand accounts told by the people that served their country and kept faith, (in a non-religious sense) who trusted in each other during these terrible years of war. Stories of simple, heart-warming acts of kindness given during times of immense stress. Acts that eased the suffering and nerves shattered by the horrors of war.
It is a fascinating, thought-provoking, inspiring, funny and yet incredibly moving illustrated talk.