Author Archives: TerryWaite

About TerryWaite

Terry Waite CBE has been President of Emmaus UK since 1998. The former special envoy to the Archbishop of Canterbury was taken captive in Lebanon in 1987 whilst negotiating the release of Western hostages. He was kept prisoner for 1763 days, the first four years of which were in solitary confinement. Since his release, he has written books, lectured and devoted himself to humanitarian activities. He works for various charities, but the issue of homelessness is very close to his heart.

Summer in Cornwall

Posted on August 31, 2011 by TerryWaite

This week I am in Cornwall staying with friends and attempting to get on with some writing. I have two books of the go and both need a great deal of attention which alas they are not receiving! My image … Continue reading →

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Gala dinners and cream teas

Posted on May 16, 2011 by TerryWaite

If you have less than fifteen thousand pounds and you wanted to buy a house where would you look? Well, according to a National Newspaper Burnley in the North of England is one of the cheapest places in the UK … Continue reading →

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A new musical experience…and a great opportunity for Emmaus

Posted on January 21, 2011 by TerryWaite

The suburbs of London seemingly stretch endlessly into the distance. Somewhere, hidden deep within the terraced houses of South London and away from public view lies a unpretentious looking building. One crisp winter morning I made my way to this … Continue reading →

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My first blog post, a bit late…..

Posted on January 21, 2011 by TerryWaite

This post was written in December, but due to technical difficulties publication was delayed! When I arrived at Emmaus Mossley (Manchester) the other day to take part in their Christmas Fair several Companions were hard at work building a new … Continue reading →

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