I have recently been involved in discussions about the importance of spirituality in social work. It has not surprised me that these days so many people are becoming quite enthusiastic about the potential for spirituality to help take social work forward once they realise how important spirituality is in people's lives (including the problems they face and the potential solutions available). I don't believe in panaceas, so I certainly don't see spirituality as one. However, I do see it as an important concept that can help us put the heart back into social work. I therefore hope that these conversations about spirituality will not only continue, but will also go from strength to strength.