An interview with The Rt Revd Dr Rowan Williams

The Rt Revd Dr Rowan Williams explains how he perceives spirituality and its role in mental health

FORMER Archbishop of Canterbury The Rt Revd Dr Rowan Williams was one of the speakers at a University of Huddersfield conference that celebrated the role of spirituality and compassion in mental health care.    

In the video below he explains why it is important to nourish the spirit and the significance of memory – in the body as well as the mind –  and why it's essential to have a “dependable other” for support.

You can also view the renowned theologist delivering the University's annual Harold Wilson lecture where he spoke about religion and theology and the important role it has to play in modern day democracy.