On 12 June, the Chaplain-President, in his capacity as Bishop Robert's adviser for EU affairs, represented the Anglican Church at a conference organised by COMECE on the current civil war in Syria. We were privileged to hear from Syrians actually involved in social care on the ground on behalf of Catholic humanitarian agencies, and to learn more about the ultra-delicate political situation in Syria and how the Christian Churches, especially Orthodox and Catholic, are well-placed to offer non-political social help and assistance. The conference was followed by a delicious Syrian meal.