Kirk is a leader in drugs support services
Support services run by the Church of Scotland’s social care arm enable many drugs users to recover and live free from substance abuse.
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US Pulpit exchange 'privilege' for Helensburgh minister
Helensburgh Parish Church minister Rev David Young reflects on a summer of pulpit supply in the USA.
General Assembly Hall artist showcases intricate drawings of newsagent shops
An architecture graduate turned artist is showcasing his latest exhibition - intricate drawings of newsagent shops.Will Knight, a member of Glasgow Trinity Possil and Henry Drummond Church, has produced thirteen scale architectural drawings of premises. ...
Minister backs call to end "period poverty"
A Church of Scotland minister has welcomed proposals to make the country the first in the world to provide universal free access to sanitary products.
Jane Haining to be commemorated in Holocaust Memorial Center
A Scot who died in Auschwitz is to be officially honoured in her adopted city 73 years after her death.
Homelessness need not be endemic
The Church of Scotland has issued a fresh call for collective action to end the “scandal of homelessness”.
Iona Community raises £18,000 to restore Mull woodland
The Iona Community has raised £18,345 for a tree planting and education project on Mull, more than double its original funding goal.
Grassmarket Community Project nominated for Social Enterprise of the Year
The Grassmarket Community Project has been nominated for Social Enterprise of the Year, achieving the astonishing feat of making the shortlist for the second year running.
Church welcomes action plan to tackle funeral poverty
The Church of Scotland has welcomed the Scottish Government’s announcement of a 10-point plan to tackle funeral poverty.
Parish Nurse team carry out more than 80 health checks at agricultural show
The value of Parish Nursing was highlighted at an annual agricultural show at the weekend when more than 80 people had their blood pressure checked.