The hidden ministry of waterway chaplains
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Charlie Bushell and Lorraine Newman, waterway chaplains featured in Channel 4’s Narrow Escapes, joined Esther Higham to share how they nurture community, faith, and ministry while constantly on the move.
Released on 15 May 2025
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