Top 10 stories of 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, we look back at the top 10 stories on the Church website that have filled us with hope, joy and challenged us to think more deeply about who we
News and events
A Christmas Day message from the Moderator
A message from the Moderator of the General Assembly on this special day. Rt Rev Dr Shaw Paterson extends warm Christmas greetings to one and all. He said: "Jesus brought into our world hope, peace,
Friends from around the world watch new minister’s ordination
Of the latest group of ministers to be ordained into the Church of Scotland, Rev Adaeze Goziem-Ibonye has certainly taken the longest journey, from Nigeria to Scotland - with a detour to India along the
New campaign to repair iconic Moray church steeple
A campaign to raise money to repair an iconic Moray landmark is underway. The congregation of Kirk of Keith: St Rufus, Botriphnie and Grange Church need £135,000 to carry out important repairs to St Rufus
Opinion - Minister questions whether the will to eliminate poverty exists
Churches are at the vanguard of supporting vulnerable people facing hunger and hardship, motivated by the teachings of Jesus Christ. Wellesley Parish Church in Methil, Fife is one such congregation and runs a project called
Knitted angels bringing joy to East Lothian town
Knitted angels have spread their heavenly wings to bring joy to people in an East Lothian town. More than 120 have been created and they have been placed on the railings at Northesk Church in
Glasgow church celebrates 150th anniversary
The Moderator of the General Assembly took part in celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of a Glasgow church. Rt Rev Dr Shaw Paterson said he was "delighted" to be part of the congregation of
Church with links to legendary Scots author marks 200th anniversary
A church with links to the famed Scottish novelist and poet Robert Louis Stevenson has celebrated its 200th anniversary. Broughton St Mary's Church in Edinburgh opened for worship on 12 December 1824 to serve the
From Z to A as Everisto’s Christian journey leads from Zimbabwe to Argyll
When it comes to being bold for your faith and embracing change, Cowal minister Rev Everisto Musedza is leading by example. "I think my own experience has helped in the sense that I am saying
Former Eco-Congregation Scotland coordinator with a passion for social justice ordained
A former Eco-Congregation Scotland coordinator with a passion for social justice has been ordained during a service at Hilton Church in Inverness on Monday. Rev Judith Macleod, who previously worked as a teacher, will now
Lewis baby bank founder celebrated for her community commitment
An island midwife who is the driving force behind a church-based baby bank supporting families in need has been honoured with an award in recognition of her service to the community. Joanne Stewart of Uigean
Oh Camel ye Faithful - Motherwell church hosts colourful nativity
A colourful nativity parade was organised by a North Lanarkshire Church featuring kings on horses, Mary and Joseph with a donkey and a legion of Roman soldiers. More than 400 people from Motherwell turned out
MSPs urged not to penalise vulnerable groups for political gain
The Church of Scotland and the Scottish Catholic Church have urged MSPs to resist pitting vulnerable groups in our society against one another and recommit to providing free bus travel for asylum seekers. Ahead of
Lady Elish Angiolini appointed as Lord High Commissioner to the 2025 General Assembly
A trailblazing lawyer who was Scotland's first female Lord Advocate has been appointed Lord High Commissioner to the 2025 General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. Lady Elish Angiolini LT DBE PC KC FRSE, the
Church Moderator marks 425 years of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
The Moderator of the General Assembly preached at a service in Glasgow Cathedral marking 425 years of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. Rt Rev Dr Shaw Paterson, who has a strong