Christian Aid’s Gaza Appeal relaunched
As the Middle East approaches the grim milestone of a year since the start of the most recent conflict, Christian Aid is re-launching its emergency Gaza Appeal to help those affected. Generous supporters of the
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Moderator to visit South West Presbytery
The Moderator of the General Assembly is travelling to South West Presbytery to see the work done by the Church of Scotland within local communities. The trip, which takes place from 20-24 September, will include
Church leaders hold 'constructive' social care sector talks with Scottish Government
Faith leaders held constructive talks with the Scottish Government over improving pay for social care workers. Representatives of the Church of Scotland and the Catholic Church in Scotland met with Neil Gray MSP, Cabinet Secretary
Changing church suits second generation minister Louise
With her lifelong involvement in the Church, Louise Purden was used to being asked if she would follow in her father's footsteps and become a Minister of the Church of Scotland. Her answer was always
Experts needed to advise congregations on buildings
Architecture professionals with a passion for ecclesiastical buildings and travel are encouraged to apply for three exciting new posts. The General Trustees of the Church of Scotland are recruiting Buildings Officers for Lothian and Borders...
Edinburgh church recognised for Fairtrade support
An Edinburgh church has been recognised in the Scottish Parliament for its tireless contribution to the Fairtrade movement. Balerno Parish Church has been at the epicentre of the local community's work to support farmers in
Retreat helps ministers deepen connection with God
Ministry is a deeply rewarding but demanding vocation and sometimes ministers need to take some time out of busy parish life to recharge their batteries. That is exactly what 11 ministers did recently when they
Newly ordained minister hopes to expand church community for autistic people
A man with a passion for sharing the love of Christ with autistic people has been ordained as a Church of Scotland minister. Rev Steven Owens will divide his time between providing spiritual leadership at
Kirk highlights Safeguarding Sunday opportunity for congregations
The Christian safeguarding charity Thirtyone:eight has launched its annual safeguarding awareness campaign for churches, including free resources for congregations. This year's Safeguarding Sunday takes place on 17 November with the slogan...
Churches still have an 'important' role to play in Scottish Parliament business
Churches still have an "important role" to play to influence decision-making in the Scottish Parliament for the common good. Rt Hon Lord Wallace of Tankerness KC, a former Moderator of the General Assembly of the
Church roadshows give cause for hope for tomorrow
Church members across Scotland and beyond are being invited to share their own good news in a series of in-person and online events. Under the banner "Strength for Today, Hope for Tomorrow ! ", Neil
Tackling poverty should be central to Scottish Government plans says Church
The Church of Scotland has signed an open letter to the First Minister urging him to prioritise policies aimed at ending poverty ahead the Programme for Government announcement. The letter, organised by Poverty Alliance with
Kirk joins Waldensian Church for 850th celebrations
Representatives of the Church of Scotland recently travelled to Italy to join the Waldensian Church in celebrating their 850th anniversary. The Waldensians, who trace their founding to Peter Waldo in 1173, are adherents of a
New book shares the flavours of ministry experience from Orkney to Afghanistan
Stories from a varied career in ministry have been collected in a new book that sets out to reflect the realties of life in the Church of Scotland. "Oh All Right Then" by Orkney minister
Church Moderator marks the start of the Season of Creation
Rt Rev Dr Shaw Paterson, the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, marks the start of the Season of Creation which begins today and will run until Friday 4 October. He