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ANNUAL REVIEW 2008

Introduction

"The vision of the Church of Scotland is to be a church which seeks to inspire the people of Scotland and beyond with the Good News of Jesus Christ through enthusiastic worshipping, witnessing and serving communities."

This first annual review of the Church of Scotland demonstrates just some of the worshipping, witnessing and serving in Scotland and throughout the world by members and partners of the Church. In the following pages you will read stories of how local churches are answering God's call within their communities in both new and traditional ways. Multiply the number of stories you read here by several hundreds and thousands and you will start to have an idea of the impact of the Church of Scotland's mission.

The story of the whole Church of Scotland is inspiring and exciting. We hope that you will pass this review around and encourage your church, your friends and neighbours to read it.

You can read the rest of the report or download a copy of the full review below.

Contents: Ministry and Mission Children and Young People Caring for Communities Social Justice God's Creation Giving Church Directory

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Your views

If you would like to comment on the annual review please contact:

The Communications Adviser
The Church of Scotland
121 George Street
Edinburgh EH2 4YN
Tel 0131 225 5722

email us at mediarelations@cofscotland.org.uk

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History
Take a trip through 1500 years of Scottish church history

Structure
Our governing style and presbyterian structure at local, regional and national level

Annual Review 2008
Some of the work and projects being carried out across the Church.

The General Assembly
An overview of the annual supreme court meeting of the Church of Scotland

The Moderator
A guide to the role of the chairperson of the General Assembly

Queen, State and Kirk
An overview of the Church's status as the national Church in Scotland since 1690

Women in the Church of Scotland
History and roles today of women in the Church

Emblem of the Church
A guide to the 'official' seal or emblem of the Church of Scotland