Lebanese pastor elected president of World Communion of Reformed Churches
The World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC), of which the Kirk is a part, has elected a new president from Lebanon.
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Disability conference set to break barriers
A conference in Motherwell this September will celebrate the spirit of people with disabilities who have overcome barriers to become valued members of congregations across Scotland.
We can—and must—end the scandal of Scotland's hungry children
An international report from the United Nations found that 1 in 5 children in the United Kingdom are at risk of hunger. In a commentary for the Sunday Express Rev Dr Richard Frazer says no ...
Kirk criticises decision to close job centres in Scotland
The Church of Scotland has criticised the UK Government’s decision to close job centres in Scotland, including six in Glasgow.
Church voices support for nuclear weapons ban
On Friday 7 July more than 120 states voted to adopt a treaty prohibiting the use of nuclear weapons. Rev Dr Richard Frazer spoke out to praise the decision in line with the Church of ...
Church creates online forum for social care
Social care provision by churches across Scotland is set to be improved with the launch of new online resource designed to “inform, connect and inspire” congregations as they carry out this vital role. ...
Canal-side Kirk in narrow boat fundraising drive
An Edinburgh church known as the Kirk on the Canal is redoubling its efforts to raise money to buy a second-hand narrow boat.
Football Club Chaplain is snap happy
It is not often that a person is lucky enough to indulge three of their great passions at the same time.But that is exactly what probationer minister of Word and Sacrament, Bill Wishart DCS, is ...
Head Teacher answers Call to ministry
A Head Teacher of an Inverclyde primary school has answered the Call to become a Church of Scotland minister.
Ambitious plan for historic Highland church
The leaders of a Highland church have unveiled exciting new plans to “breathe new life” into the historic building.