Remembering Arthur Findlay... 🌻 Today, 24th July, is an important date in our calendar, as it marks the anniversary of the passing to Spirit of one of our most cherished pioneers, James 'Arthur' Findlay (1883 - 1964). Arthur Findlay's achievements and efforts in the promotion and preservation of Spiritualism, along with those of his beloved wife, Gertrude, and family, cannot be overstated. Amongst these, he was the Chairman of the International Institute for Psychical Research, an honorary member of the American Society for Psychical Research (ASPR), and later Honorary President of our own Spiritualists' National Union. Perhaps his most lasting and notable legacy was in the purchase of the Stansted Hall Estate in 1923, which he later bequeathed to the SNU prior to his passing, in order for it to remain the permanent home of the Arthur Findlay College for the Advancement of Spiritualism, Mediumship & Psychic Science. The College remains, to this day, an internationally-celebrated and recognised centre of excellence, and a beautiful, lasting legacy to a great, generous and pioneering Spiritualist and his dear family. 🌻 You can find more information on the history of Stansted Hall and the Arthur Findlay College, including the work undertaken by Arthur and his family during their ownership of it, over on the History page of the official AFC website at: https://www.arthurfindlaycollege.org/history-of-stansted.../ (fb)

Peace Walk 2025 celebrates another record-breaking year as generations of Spiritualists came together in remembrance, laughter, joy and light! ☀️🌻🕊️ It was a day of celebration and remembrance this Saturday, 19th July 2025, as the Spiritualists' National Union once again gathered at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire for our annual Peace Walk. One of the most important dates in the SNU calendar, the Peace Walk was once again a celebration and remembrance of those who have come before, including those Spiritualists' who lost their Earthly lives serving in conflict. It was a thrill to not only see so many of our friends and members attend, but in particular so many youngsters and the Spiritualists of tomorrow! In a special service chaired by Ordinary Director Sean Taylor, President of the SNU, Minister Jackie Wright, honoured the trailblazing pioneers of Spiritualism, and there were powerful and moving addresses and sessions from Minister Sandy Hagger, Samantha Underwood CSNU and Ordinary Director Pat Redman. The Peace Walk itself followed, culminating in another touching service at the Union's own memorial monument in the grounds of the Arboretum. Here, Vice Presidents Colin Lomax and Les Henderson CSNU spoke to the many friends and members in attendance, and wreaths and carnations were lain by members and representatives from across the Union and its Districts. As you will see from this selection of stunning photos from the event, it was a memorable day full of mirth, joy, reflection and even glorious sunshine (eventually)! We thank all of you who came along to join us on this special day, and are already looking forward to Peace Walk 2026. Put the date in your diaries - next year's Peace Walk will take place once again at the National Memorial Arboretum on Saturday 11th July 2026. 📅 photos © Kyle Pedley & Graham Lucas Commons @ SNU 2025. Please do not redistribute or use without prior permission. (fb)