Never Forget - a prayer for Srebrenica
Congregations are being encouraged to mark the 24th anniversary of the worst atrocity on European soil since the Second World War.
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Christian Aid launches emergency Ebola appeal
Christian Aid is scaling up its emergency operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as the Ebola outbreak continues to escalate, spreading disease, death and further devastation amidst ongoing armed conflict.
Former Moderator awarded honorary doctorate
Very Rev Susan Brown has been awarded with an honorary doctorate by the University of the Highlands and Islands as part of their annual graduation ceremony.
By royal appointment: theologian takes up new roles
An eminent theologian and former parish minister who has dedicated his career to higher education in Scotland has been appointed by the Queen as the next Dean of the Chapel ...
One hundred Royal birthday wishes for May
It was a Royal double, double for a Angus centenarian.
Daredevil minister takes leap of faith
A daredevil minister is taking a leap of faith and doing a SAS-style freefall off the Forth Bridge.
Globe-trotting minister marks 60 years since ordination
A Perthshire based Kirk minister who has lived on three continents has celebrated 60 years since his ordination.Glasgow born Rev John Russell, who has been the Presbytery Clerk of Dunkeld ...
Youth Moderator hails "life changing" Kirk projects
Inspiring, encouraging and hopeful.That is how the Moderator of the National Youth Assembly described three fantastic projects supported by the Church of Scotland's Go For It fund.
Prayers for parliamentarians during uncertain times
Prayers have been offered to MSPs to help them cope with uncertain political times.
Inverness church continues to grow from strength to strength
Growth and energy - a glimpse into the life of a church which has seen its congregation increase by 230%
Moderator calls for accelerated action to tackle child poverty
The Moderator of the General Assembly has urged the Scottish Government to speed up "lifeline" plans to tackle child poverty.
WWI project backed by local churches scoops award
A WWI community project which was backed by local churches in Aberdeen has won a prestigious award for their work.Bridge of Don Remembers, a group made up of nine schools ...
Minister dresses up as Captain Kirk for Star Trek themed funeral
To boldly go where no man has gone before – a minister dressed up as Captain Kirk to conduct a funeral service for a man whose life revolved around Star ...
Deacons welcomed to Scotland from across Africa and Europe
Around 160 deacons from across Africa and Europe are meeting in Scotland for their 25th annual conference.The Diakonia Region Africa Europe (DRAE) assembly, which first took place in Stirling in ...
New Go For It funded projects announced
The Church of Scotland's Go For It Fund has announced its latest round of funded projects, with 13 grant recipients receiving a total of over £440,000 between them. Applications will ...
House of Commons recognition for peace project
A community project that promotes peace and harmony across the world has been recognised in the House of Commons.
New Bible resources for Gaelic speakers released
The Scottish Bible Society, the Gaelic Books Council and the Church of Scotland's Gaelic group have announced new resources to help Gaelic speakers engage with the Bible and practice their ...
Refugee resettlement scheme extension welcomed
A Church of Scotland backed campaign group has welcomed changes to an initiative that supports refugees arriving in the UK.
Fresh plea for 'moral courage' to save orphan from deportation
Home Secretary Sajid Javid has been urged to show "moral courage" and give an orphan boy permanent residency in the UK.
VIDEO - Church honours First World War barge heroes
A special garden dedicated to the memory of unsung World War One heroes who served on floating hospitals has opened in Edinburgh.