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Financial Times: Gotta have Faith?

22 Dec, 2025


Financial Times: By Emma Jac­obs and Anjli Raval

Emma Jac­obs and Anjli Raval report that amid economic uncertainty and workplace stress, spiritual practices are gaining traction among London City workers as a source of resilience and connection. Chaplains report rising engagement, with employees seeking refuge in services like Evensong and interfaith networks that allow them to “show up as themselves.”

While some leaders keep faith private, Jacobs and Raval report that others openly integrate spirituality into professional life, seeing it as a foundation for ethics and well-being. Companies such as Baringa encourage dialogue through interfaith groups, and chaplaincies in Canary Wharf note increased participation. For many, prayer and meditation offer clarity and calm in volatile times, reflecting a broader trend of renewed interest in faith and meaning among younger professionals.

[Read full article at Financial Times.]