Young people
Presbyterianism and our history
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The Church and the nation in the
21st century
Today's Church of Scotland is seeking to emphasise
the importance of people over buildings and institutions
in a movement known as the Church
without Walls. We increasingly try to work
ecumenically with other churches in Scotland - particularly
in combating Scotland's serious problem of sectarianism. |
| We talk and work alongside others
in our communities, helping to make them better
places. |
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In a nutshell
The Church of Scotland is Scotland's national church,
also known as the Kirk.
The Church of Scotland is independent from the State.
The Church of Scotland is a member of the reformed
family of churches which arose as a challenge to the
corruption of doctrine and practice within the church
of the time.
The Church of Scotland is presbyterian - governed
by ministers and elders.
The Bible is believed to contain the Word
of God and, along with the Sacrament of Holy
Communion, is central to the life of the Church.
The Churh of Scotland perates the largest voluntary
social work organisation in Scotland.
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