Julian Raffay

About Julian

Julian RaffayJulian studied psychology with Management Science at Stirling University and Theology at St John’s College, Durham. Julian has spent most of his working life in parish ministry and mental health chaplaincy. He was a Specialist Chaplain (Research) with Merseycare before becoming Director of Chaplaincy Studies at St Padarn’s, Cardiff. Julian completed his MA in Chaplaincy Studies at Cardiff. His Professional Doctorate at Durham University explored the relationships between mental health services and faith communities. He has published extensively.

Julian now works as Bishop’s Adviser on Spirituality for the Diocese of Sheffield and recently worked as Chaplain with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals.


Research and Supervision Interests

  • Chaplaincy
  • Mental health
  • Coproduction
  • Ethics