Royal Veterinary College Chaplaincy

04/04/2026

Photos from yesterday's Walk of Witness. We walked to churches in the area to the South of Kings Cross station, with a different reflection and prayer in each, as we remembered Jesus' final hours.
Today is Holy Saturday, and many churches will hold a vigil tonight, symbolically mourning and watching and waiting for the resurrection on Easter Sunday.

20/03/2026

Here are a few photos from the first Eid celebration menu at The Royal Veterinary College (RVC), which is available in our campus restaurants today.

It’s been a real pleasure to support the development of this menu with Belinda and colleagues in catering, and the ISOC, who generously shared traditional family recipes.

The menu is rooted in students’ own traditions and experiences, with dishes such as Maqlouba, a Vegan Musakkhan, and Chana Chaat.

It’s been good to mark Eid in this way for the first time at the RVC. A sincere thanks to all involved.

Wishing a very happy and blessed Eid to all our Muslim staff, students and friends.

27/02/2026

During LGBT+ History Month, the Royal Veterinary College marked February with a vibrant programme of events across its Camden and Potters Bar campuses, reflecting this year’s UK theme, “Science and Innovation.” Celebrated in the UK each February, LGBT+ History Month recognises the contributions of LGBT+ people, challenges discrimination, and promotes visibility within education, research and public life.

At the RVC, the month brought together social, cultural and educational activities led collaboratively by students and staff. These included a Students’ Union pub quiz and trip to Brighton, film screenings exploring LGBT+ history and culture, and a talk highlighting the work of the British Veterinary LGBT+ group and its role in shaping a more inclusive veterinary profession.

A highlight of the month was the annual LGBT+ History Month fabric photographs on both campuses, using large-scale displays in the colours of the inclusive Pride flag. This began as a chaplaincy-led initiative, and has grown into a shared, cross-college moment of visibility, solidarity and celebration, followed by informal social gatherings that strengthened community connections.

A big thank you to colleagues in the Students’ Union, the students’ LGBT+ society, the EDI Unit, the EDI Committee and Learning and Wellbeing for delivering such a successful and wide-ranging programme of events.

19/02/2026

🌙✨ This year Lent and Ramadan began on the same day — a beautiful convergence of two sacred seasons of reflection, compassion, and spiritual renewal.

Wishing everyone observing a blessed Lent and a joyful and rewarding Ramadan. May this time bring you peace, purpose, and connection. 🤲🕊️

11/12/2025

For info ... our friends at Student Christian Movement have prepared this response to the House of Bishops, as the decision by the house is widely viewed as a significant and damaging backtracking on the commitment to full inclusion of LGBTQ+ Christians.

"You have let us down".

In October, the House of Bishops issued a statement that significantly delayed LGBTQ+ equality in the Church of England. This has been devastating for many of our anglican members and supporters, whose lives have once again been put on hold.

In response, we wrote a letter to express our hurt, and remind the Bishops of the real people these decisions affect. 305 young Christians, including 230 Anglicans and 75 ecumenical allies, signed the letter to show the House of Bishops that their lives and their voices matter.

So to the House of Bishops we say, "You declared, at your consecration, that with the help of God you would ‘be gentle and merciful for Christ’s sake to those who are in need, and speak for those who have no other to speak for them.’

Please – be gentle to us and speak up for us."

Read the full letter over on our website: https://buff.ly/oqzBhrX

10/12/2025

24/11/2025

Thank you to the .sas , , , , , and for a wonderful cultural celebration on Friday!

11/11/2025

Men’s Health Fair – Camden Campus 🩵
Join us Wednesday, 12 Nov (11 AM–2 PM) at the Lower Lightwell!
💪 Learn about men’s physical, mental & sexual health
🧠 Connect with RVC support teams & external orgs
💬 Discover tools to support your wellbeing
Free & open to all staff and students — drop by over lunch and get involved!

09/11/2025

A photo from this morning's civic service for at St Pancras Church.

27/10/2025

Wonderful celebration with .sas on Saturday!
Thank you for inviting me.

25/10/2025

Thanks to for the fun Q***r scavenger hunt.

20/10/2025

Wishing a happy to all who are celebrating! Diwali is celebrated by Hindus, Jains and Sikhs.
"Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is a major Hindu festival celebrated by millions worldwide. It symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. The festival is celebrated over five or six days in the autumn, typically between mid-September and mid-November.
Diwali is tied to various religious stories and figures. For many Hindus, it commemorates the return of Lord Rama to his kingdom after defeating the demon king Ravana. The festival is also widely associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, and Ganesha, the god of wisdom.
While primarily a Hindu festival, Diwali is also celebrated by Jains and Sikhs, who have their own traditions associated with the holiday. For instance, Jains mark the final liberation of Mahavira, and Sikhs celebrate the release of Guru Hargobind from prison.
During the festival, people light up their homes with oil lamps and candles, set off fireworks, and decorate their floors with colorful "rangoli" designs. Families and communities come together to share feasts and sweets. It's a time for celebration, bonding, and remembering ancestors.
Diwali is a major cultural event for the Hindu, Sikh, and Jain diaspora, and the main day of the festival is an official holiday in many countries, including India, Fiji, Singapore, and Malaysia."
(Text is adapted from Wikipedia, free to use. Image is By AjoyDutta1997 CC BY-SA 4.0)
(Image description: Woman lighting the candles for the Festival of Lights in India)