The Moderator of the General Assembly has urged people to pray for the people of South Sudan ahead of his historic ecumenical visit to the country this week. He said he, Pope Francis and the
A teacher has been appointed to encourage Scottish schools to teach the inspirational story of a Scot who died in Auschwitz after refusing to abandon Jewish girls in her care. William McGair has been hired
Church-linked projects across Scotland will be able to help more people living with dementia after impressing funders with the support they offer. St Andrew's Dementia Hub at St Andrew's Parish Church in Carluke, The Madoch
Port Glasgow New Parish Church were delighted to be joined by the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields, as they began their 200th-year celebrations on Sunday
A new Scottish Government register of who has a control over land has been criticised by Church leaders for the way it has been organised. The Register of Controlled Interest in Land has been set
Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, explains how caring for others is at the heart of the Church's opposition to assisted dying. A bill that would
In a fitting start to the new year, three brand new presbyteries: the Presbytery of Lothian and Borders, the Presbytery of the North East and Northern Isles, and the Presbytery of Perth, were established on
Each month, the Talking Ministry series will share a personal story from those serving in Christian ministry, as well as discernment resources filled with questions, prayers and reflections to help encourage your own reflection on
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity kicks off today (Wednesday 18 January) on the theme of racial justice, as churches around the world join the event aiming to strengthen the ecumenical ties between denominations
An Edinburgh church is holding a special service to celebrate the legacy of a Scot who played a major role in introducing Christianity to Korea. The event at Mayfield Salisbury Parish Church on Sunday will
Deacons within the Church of Scotland play an important part in supporting ministers, congregations and the wider community. The role offers an opportunity for service for those who might not feel called to the Ministry
With the turbulent events which have shaped 2022; from the invasion of Ukraine and the death of Her Majesty The Queen, to monumental decisions being made at the General Assembly and the ever-changing political landscape
Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, writes his end of year message as 2022 comes to a close and we prayerfully look ahead to what 2023
Perhaps it was inevitable that Sia Van den Bremt would feel drawn to become a preacher. Now training to be a Reader with the Church of Scotland in Brussels, she follows in the footsteps of
A refugee from Sudan who has found a home with a church in Stirling is repaying her welcome by taking on the responsibility of eldership duties with the congregation. Eman Musa and her children, daughter
An Edinburgh church is celebrating after welcoming a presbytery appointed new full-time minister. Rev Julia Cato who was ordained into the Ministry of Word and Sacrament marking the beginning of her ordained ministry at Greenbank
The Pope, the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields, will make an historic Ecumenical Peace Pilgrimage to South Sudan from 3-5
Orkney parishioners are getting the 'best of both' as new ministers Rev Kerr Wintersgill and Rev Moira Taylor-Wintersgill follow their joint call to share two full-time roles on Orkney. The couple, who met and married
An Ayrshire minister has described the COVID-19 pandemic as a "catalyst for mission" and revealed that her church is growing from strength to strength. Rev Lynsey Brennan of Dundonald Parish Church said members innovated and
Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, is supporting Christian Aid's 2022 Christmas Appeal which will help families facing hunger in Malawi because of the climate crisis.