The School of Athens: A Masterpiece of Renaissance Philosophy and Art

School of Athens Commissioned by Pope Julius II, Raphael's task was to embody the spirit of the Renaissance, an era that saw a rebirth of interest in the art, literature, and philosophy of ancient Greece and Rome.

Dive into the heart of the Renaissance with Raphael’s The School of Athens, a fresco that celebrates ancient philosophy and showcases the era’s intellectual giants. Discover the symbolism behind the figures of Plato, Aristotle, and their contemporaries, and learn how this masterpiece reflects the Renaissance spirit of learning, inquiry, and admiration for classical antiquity.

£40,000 donation to give disabled children “life-changing” assistive tech across Jersey

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Lifelites donates and maintains assistive and inclusive technology for the 10,000 life-limited and disabled children using every children’s hospice service across the British Isles. The assistive technology gives these children the opportunity to play, be creative, communicate and control something for themselves, for as long as it is possible.

Masonic Learning with Dr Robert Lomas’ Podcast Initiative

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Since UGLE closed down masonic meetings until the lockdown is over and the nasty virus of Covid-19 is under some level of control. How does the fraternity of Freemasonry continue? Zoom meetings are becoming the way forward and Masonic brethren that usually tour Lodges and Chapters giving lectures now offering webinars to keep the Masonic spirit alive amongst the Brethern and Companions.