In this edition of the Scargill Podcast, Shaun Lambert is joined by Phil Stone, community leader and Margi Walker, part of the extended community.  Our conversation turns to lament – a vital yet often neglected part of Christian faith.  The conversation explores how lament gives permission to be honest about grief, anger, and loss before God.

Drawing on personal experience and the Psalms, the edition reflects on how safe, listening communities can help people remove their 'masks', express deep pain, and begin a healing journey.  From Psalm 42’s longing to Psalm 88’s darkness, the discussion highlights how scripture validates the full range of human emotion.

We also consider lament in the context of prayer ministry,the impact of COVID, and a creative art installation at Scargill designed to help people face grief and move toward hope. Above all, it presents lament as a courageous, faithful practice - and a path toward compassion, healing, and deeper connection with God and one another.

And we go into the Walled Garden and meet up with ‘working friend’ Ivan, to hear more about the vision and practicalities behind the installation of the Lament Sculpture.

In a world where there is so much unexpressed grief, this edition gives permission to lament in full.

Find out more about life in community at www.scargillmovement.org

Recorded on location at Scargill House, North Yorkshire.  Associate Producer for Scargill Movement is Shaun Lambert. Produced by Gary Dell.  A Wiseword Radio production.