Scotland's patron saint symbol of welcome and respect
Scotland's patron saint "transcends boundaries" and represents people who are more than "us", a former Moderator of the General Assembly has said.
2016
Historic ecumenical partnership agreement signed
A landmark agreement to enter into an historic ecumenical partnership has been signed by the Church of Scotland and the Church of England.
Parish minister profiled in popular magazine
Rev Fiona Mathieson, minister at Carrick Knowe church in Edinburgh, is interviewed in the December issue of No1 Magazine, which calls itself 'Scotland's glamorous glossy for women'. Mrs Mathieson answered questions for the magazine's A ...
Aberdeen University awards honorary degree to Kirk's Principal Clerk
Very Rev John Chalmers, Principal Clerk to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Aberdeen. The Doctor of Divinity degree, awarded on Friday 25 ...
Newest pioneer minister in post for Christmas
The Church of Scotland has appointed a new Pioneer Minister to work with the students and staff at the University of Stirling.
New book looks at spiritual needs of sick children
For children, a stay in hospital can be a frightening experience, but a new book by Rev Dr Alister Bull, secretary of the Mission and Discipleship Council, aims to help healthcare professionals understand and support ...
A wing, a ring and a prayer
A Church of Scotland minister was sworn to secrecy by a bridegroom, when he officiated at a traditional wedding ceremony with an unusual twist.
Chancellor urged not to put poor in economic harm's way
Church leaders have warned that a freeze to state benefits combined with an expected rise in inflation will hit the poorest people in society “harder and faster”.
Syrian refugees feel safe and welcome in Moray
Church minister says Syrian refugees feel safe and welcome in Moray
Refugees - welcome the stranger as Jesus did
Scottish Faiths Action Group co-ordinator David Bradwell reflects on the last 12 months which has seen more than 1,200 Syrian refugees welcomed to Scotland.