About the author

Rev Alun Jones

<strong>Alun Jones BA (Hon) MCMA</strong><p>Alun has over 26 years experience giving Hope to those who suffer Loss and support to those who enter a crisis. Following a degree in Theology and Social Sciences at Leeds University Alun went on to train for ministry in The Church of England at Ripon College Cuddesdon, Oxford.</p><p>As well as working in some of the most deprived communities Alun has also worked as Hospice Chaplain, a Sports Chaplain and a Prison Chaplain working with Prisoners who suffer loss whilst in Prison. He also trained as a family counsellor with National Childrens Homes and is a Qualified TRiM practitioner and Trim Manager, as well as being a qualified Life coach and spiritual director.</p><p>After 26 years of experience in parishes Alun retired from the Church of England in 2022. His heart is with those who suffer Loss or a crisis in their life and his years of experience in parish ministry enables him to offer qualified and experienced support and help which comes from his love of people.</p>