Two young people affiliated with the Church of Scotland in Hungary helped fill 11,000 sandbags to protect an historic village from flooding. Hanis Habila and Rebekah Shultes of St Columba's Church in Budapest sprung into
The humble cheese toastie has helped break down barriers of class, age, race and outlook on life in an Edinburgh community, the Scottish Parliament has been told. Volunteers from two Church of Scotland congregations have
A Church of Scotland minister is joining a host of contemporary Scottish literary greats at a major new book festival. Rev Neil Glover is taking part in the inaugural St Andrew's Book Festival in London
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
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
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
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
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...
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
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
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
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 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 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
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