The beginning of 2024 marks the start of a new chapter for the Church of Scotland across the north of Scotland with the creation of Clèir Eilean Ì, a single presbytery which will cover almost
An ambitious project to renovate Eyemouth Parish Church in the Borders, which has improved the usable space available for the congregation and wider community, has been completed costing nearly £500,000. The changes have included installing
The Scottish Government has been urged to help end a "decade of torment and tragedy" and reunite a refugee with her shattered family. The plea to assist Kaltouma Haroun Ibrahim, whose husband and two surviving
Two Readers, who are both based in Fife and who have recently been set apart, reflect on their journey to their new roles within the Church of Scotland. Providing Ministry of Word to congregations, such
Hospitality will be at the heart of ministry for Rev David Sim following his ordination and induction to the parish of Fort William Kilmallie, linked with Kilmonivaig. For Mr Sim, Christian hospitality is about much
Very Rev Gilleasbuig Iain Macmillan, a former Dean of the Order of the Thistle and minister of St Giles' for 40 years until 2013, died on 13 December 2023. Rev Dr Karen Katrina Campbell, who
In this article, which first appeared in the January 2024 edition of Life and Work, Rt Rev Sally Foster-Fulton reflects on the powerful message of the season of Epiphany. Strange that when we are in
A message from the Moderator of the General Assembly on this special day. Rt Rev Sally Foster-Fulton extends warm Christmas greetings to one and all. Thank you for joining us as we prepared the way
An Advent prayer by Rev Ruth Kennedy, Minister at Sanctuary First and Digital Ministries Advisor, as we mark the fourth Sunday of Advent. Holy God, too wonderful for our humble and poor words and yet,
Support from the Church of Scotland has helped give voice to a new collection of Bible stories for the youngest reader. Funding from the Kirk's Gaelic committee has allowed the recording of an audio book
Congregations in the Culloden and Ardersier area to the east of Inverness have joined forces to help spread some Christmas cheer. The Church of Scotland's Culloden and Ardersier congregation was among kirks from a cross-section
A Midlothian parish church has developed a free, online archive of more than 300 hymns, which can be accessed for use by churches and organisations across Scotland. Cockpen & Carrington Parish Church first launched its
Tributes have been paid to a beloved elder who dedicated himself to a wide range of projects to help the Church share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Richard Lloyd was described as a "gospel
Rev Alex MacCallum, minister of Kilmore and Oban, linked with Tiree, reflects on his first Christmas as a parish minister and the hope to be found in Jesus' words "Do not be afraid". The 43-year
A minister and a priest from Irvine in North Ayrshire have teamed up for their annual Christmas extravaganza to celebrate life in the community they serve. The Shoes Brothers are Rev Neil Urquhart of Fullarton