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A special garden dedicated to the memory of unsung World War One heroes who served on floating hospitals has opened in Edinburgh.
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CrossReach awarded for tackling social care recruitment challenges
The Church of Scotland's Social Care Council, CrossReach, has been recognised for tackling recruitment challenges in the social care sector at the Scottish Social Services Awards.
Guild Big Sing raises thousands
Thousands of pounds have been raised by The Guild's Big Sing event which took place in Edinburgh during the General Assembly.The final amount totalled an impressive £3437, which will go ...
Moderator shares a prayer for Pentecost
Rt Rev Colin Sinclair, the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, shares a prayer he has written to mark the Season of Pentecost, as we today ...
Kirk welcomes vote for ecumenical policy at the SEC General Synod
The General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church has adopted a new ecumenical policy in its working with the Church of Scotland - a call to the fundamental, spiritual expression ...
Church leaders hold talks with Scottish Government
Church leaders met this week with Aileen Campbell MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government, to discuss a range of issues including climate change, Brexit and the way government ...
Hebrides revival brings 400 people to Stornoway
The congregation of Martin's Memorial in Stornoway are gearing up to host the Hebrides Revival Conference this weekend. The event, which will mark the 70th anniversary of the Hebrides Revival ...
Moderator highlights new resource to help congregations support people living with dementia
The Moderator of the General Assembly has praised congregations for their "vital" work to support people living with dementia and their carers.
CrossReach honours staff during 150th celebration
Inspirational people from across the Church of Scotland's Social Care Council, CrossReach, were honoured last week during the annual employee awards ceremony.
Commemoration services mark 25th anniversary of the RAF Chinook helicopter disaster
Two special commemoration services are being held on Mull of Kintyre tomorrow to mark the 25th anniversary of the RAF Chinook helicopter disaster.Relatives of the 29 people who died are ...
Minister with a passion for Gaelic takes up new role in Malawi
New mission partner in Malawi has a passion for Gaelic
Police Scotland chaplain in whirlwind tour to thank staff
A minister has embarked on a whirlwind tour of police stations and units across Scotland to express appreciation and admiration for officers and staff.
Prayer initiative Thy Kingdom Come begins
From Ascension to Pentecost Christians across Scotland will be taking part in Thy Kingdom Come, a global prayer movement in 114 countries.Starting on Thursday 30 May and continuing until Sunday ...
Assembly agrees 14-person trustee body
The General Assembly has agreed that 14 people will become Assembly Trustees, and will head the governance structure of the Church of Scotland. A selection committee convened by Very Rev ...
The Kirk's Housing and Loan Fund celebrates its 50th birthday
The Church of Scotland's Housing and Loan Fund is celebrating 50 years since its inception this June. Over the years more than 1,000 people have benefited from its work.
Kirk pledges "we are with you" in response to Israel and Palestine review
The Church of Scotland has pledged to continue to maintain a presence in Israel and Palestine following a review of Kirk activities in the region.
Fresh call to save Chinook disaster records
The Church of Scotland has issued a fresh call on the Ministry of Defence not to destroy records relating to a RAF helicopter disaster 25 years ago.
General Assembly rejects divestment call
The General Assembly has recognised that the world is in the grip of a climate emergency but rejected calls for fossil fuel divestment.
Bo'ness school presented with this year's Moderator's Prize
A ‘Café Connect' partnership between Bo'ness Old Kirk and Deanburn Primary School near Falkirk has been presented with this year's Moderator's Prize by Rt Rev Colin Sinclair.
First minister praises the Kirk for "enormous and highly valued contribution"
First minister Nicola Sturgeon has praised the Kirk for the "enormous and highly valued contribution" made across Scotland and beyond.Her comments came as she addressed the General Assembly of the ...