Homelessness is a stain on Scotland
A former Moderator of the General Assembly has said the scale of homelessness in Scotland continues to be a “stain” on the nation’s character and consciousness.
2017
Syrian pastor denied travel to General Assembly despite visa clearance
The Church of Scotland is disappointed the Syrian pastor, Rev Rola Sleiman, is not going to be able attend our General Assembly after being prevented from boarding a flight in Lebanon last night. ...
Church annual report published and available online
The Church of Scotland’s Annual Report and Accounts for 2016 is now available for anyone seeking a comprehensive overview of the current state of our Church. The document, which is available online as well as ...
Kirk leaders ‘moved’ by 360 imagery reaction
Kirk leaders have been “moved” by the “overwhelming” online response to a series of stunning 360 virtual reality images of Church buildings.
Joy as Syrian minister travel ban reversed
The Church of Scotland has thanked the UK Government for quickly reversing a decision that prevented a trailblazing Syrian minister from attending the General Assembly.
Trailblazing Syrian minister denied entry to UK
A controversial decision to deny a trailblazing Syrian minister a visa to visit Scotland has been branded “disturbing and mystifying”
Kirk honours Britain’s oldest man
The Kirk has honoured the UK’s oldest man with a prestigious lifetime of service award.
Church backs smacking ban proposals
New proposals to give children equal protection from assault are not about criminalising parents, a Church of Scotland minister has said.
Bright new dawn for village church
An exciting new chapter in the life of the Church of Scotland in an East Dunbartonshire community has begun.
Consent granted for church purchase
The Church of Scotland has welcomed a decision to allow a community group to buy a redundant building in Edinburgh