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Scots Chapel

Fortnightly uploads of musings from chaplaincy at Scots College (Wellington NZ)

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Chaplains Chat: Glory of Thy Name

Scots Chapel ·

2025/11/19

In this penultimate reflection of the term, Rev Jackson explores the line “To the Glory of Thy Name” from the College Prayer. Why do we still use the word “thy”? What does it say about our relationship with God? This episode unpacks the history of the word, its meaning in prayer, and how it reminds us of God’s closeness. Plus, a look ahead to the Kirihimete Service and the deep message of Christmas: God with us.

00:04:38

Chaplain's Chat: Honourable and Sensitive to All Others

Scots Chapel ·

2025/11/05

Released on Parihaka Day, this episode of Chaplain’s Chat reflects on the powerful line from the College Prayer: “Honourable and sensitive to all others.” Rev Jackson shares the story of Te Whiti and Tohu, leaders of peaceful resistance at Parihaka, and explores what it means to live with compassion and courage—even toward those who oppose us. This reflection invites us to consider how honour and sensitivity shape true leadership, even when it's difficult.

00:04:20

Chaplains Chat: Strong in Faith, Diligent in Study

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2025/10/22

With many students on exam leave, Rev Jackson reflects on the powerful line from the College Prayer: “Strong in Faith, Diligent in Study.” What does it mean to balance belief and learning? This episode explores how faith and study are not separate paths, but deeply connected. Drawing on the College crest and personal experience, Rev Jackson offers encouragement for students navigating pressure, reminding us that we don’t walk alone—we walk with purpose, with faith, and with God.

00:05:04

Chaplains Chat: Amen

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2025/10/08

In this first episode of Term 4, Rev Jackson begins a five-part reflection series on the Scots College Prayer. Starting with the final word—Amen—he explores its ancient roots, its meaning across faiths, and how it connects us in shared belief. What does it mean to say Amen together as a community? Tune in for a thoughtful reflection on agreement, grace, and walking together in faith.

00:05:01

Living with Open Hands

Scots Chapel ·

2025/09/17

What is it like to return from a pilgrimage. Rev Jackson shares the final part of a five part story.

00:07:08

Follow the Signs

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2025/09/03

This week Rev Jackson reflects on travels to Whangaehu. It is part 4 of a 5 part story.

00:05:41

The Sleepy Town Marches

Scots Chapel ·

2025/08/20

As many of you know, I spent the last term on sabbatical.During this time, I travelled to sacred sites in the lower North Island and dedicated some time to creative pursuits, particularly storytelling. So, I thought, why not share some of my story telling here on Chaplains’ Chat? Settle in for part 3 of our story.

00:05:44

Monuments of Tears

Scots Chapel ·

2025/08/06

Many of you know that I spent last term on sabbatical. This time included some travel in the lower North Island and some time to focus on being creative, in particular I had a go at some story telling. So, I thought, why not try out this story telling thing on the Chaplains’ Chat. So, settle in for part 2 of our story.

00:07:07

The Noise and the Call

Scots Chapel ·

2025/07/23

Many of you will know that I spent last term on sabbatical. My thanks go to Lucy and Tom for their contributions to the Chaplain’s Chat while I was away. I spent some time travelling in the lower north Island and turning my hands to some story telling. So I thought, why not try out this story telling thing on the Chaplains’ Chat. Enjoy part one of a five-part series.

00:03:38

Chaplains Chat: One Love

Scots Chapel ·

2025/06/24

This week, Tom and Lucy discuss the values of diversity and inclusion that fall under faith, and how Jesus' love has no boundaries- we are all one in his love.

00:05:06

Underdogs win too

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2025/06/10

This week Tom and Lucy are reflecting on the chapel story of David and Goliath, and how we can take these learnings of underdogs and faith into the real world.

00:06:44

Chapel beyond the Monorgan Road

Scots Chapel ·

2025/06/03

We’ve invited Amarind Eng, a Scots Collegian and ex chapel prefect to join us on this episode of Chaplains Chat, where we’ll ask him how he took the faith from Friday afternoon chapels into his life after school.

00:07:23

Chapel then and Chapel now

Scots Chapel ·

2025/05/01

Tom and Lucy, your new hosts will be interviewing their father David, a Scots Collegian. We will be reflecting on the differences between chapel in his day and chapel now.

00:06:10

Chaplains Chat: Adam, Eve, and AI

Scots Chapel ·

2025/04/08

Rev Jackson reflects on how the wisdom of the Bible take get us thinking about our interactions with AI. The story of Adam and Eve highlights the slow, relational process of gaining wisdom. Is AI the forbidden fruit, or is it more nuanced?

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Chaplains Chat: Ngā

Scots Chapel ·

2025/03/26

Friendships are really important. make time for them in your day. Rev Jackson reflects on one the actions of one of his friends reminds him of God.

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Chaplains Chat: EOTC and Lent

Scots Chapel ·

2025/03/12

A hurried one from Rev Jackson as he does his final preparations for EOTC. In amongst it all he reflects on the similarities between packing for a camp and getting ready for Easter.

00:06:34

Chaplains Chat: What's Pipes got to do with it?

Scots Chapel ·

2025/02/26

Rev Jackson has a chat with the College Pipe Band while they compete at the Regional Completion. We consider the question, 'what does the Pipe band and the College's faith have in common?'

00:05:08

Chaplains Chat: St Valentine

Scots Chapel ·

2025/02/12

Rev Jackson reflects on the story of St Valentine

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Chaplains Chat: MMXXV

Scots Chapel ·

2025/01/29

It’s the start of the new year, what will 2025 hold?

00:02:25

I hope you know

Scots Chapel ·

2024/11/27

Hannah shares her final thoughts In her final message as Assistant Chaplain. We are very thankful for your time here Hannah. We hope to see you in the future (even though not as regularly)

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