Locum calls for focus on communities not buildings
A Dundee locum believes the Church of Scotland’s ability to help people in need is being diminished by too much focus being directed on keeping churches open.
2017
‘Overwhelming’ support arrives for vandalised Perthshire church
The minister of a vandalised church in Perthshire has told of the “overwhelming” support she has received from across the country.
Minister sees new horizons in City of Discovery
A minister in Dundee gives an insightful perspective on the Kirk's presence in the City of Discovery.
How Rev Martin Fair lost two cars in one day
Rev Martin Fair of St Andrew's Parish Church in Arbroath was in the news this weekend after his car was stolen from the manse driveway. The story the papers told, however was far less dramatic ...
Warm welcome for Moderator from Kenyan Kirk
Read the latest update from the Moderator's visit to Kenya.
The Iona Community chooses a new leader
A lay person will lead the Iona Community for the first time from this summer, following the election of Dr Michael Marten to the role, Life and Work reports.
Former actress ordained as Inverurie minister
A former actress who has performed all over the world has been ordained as a minister at an Aberdeenshire church.
Moderator holds talks with PM on slavery and human trafficking
Moderator of the General Assembly, Right Rev Dr Russell Barr, held talks with Theresa May about human trafficking and slavery.
Unaccompanied refugee children must be welcomed
The Church of Scotland has welcomed a commitment from the Scottish Government that it will continue to do all it can to ensure the safety and integration of unaccompanied children.
Church selects Principal Clerk Designate
The Church of Scotland is pleased to announce the selection of the Principal Clerk Designate following a recruitment process which was completed earlier this week.