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2021

Lord Jim Wallace, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, with Most Rev Mark Strange, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church

Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church speaks of “shared journey” in speech to the General Assembly

24 May 2021

In an address to the General Assembly, Most Rev Mark Strange, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church has spoken warmly of the "shared journey" with the Church of Scotland and reaffirmed the strong ties between

Rev Dr Grant Barclay, convener of the Legal Questions Committee, delivers the report.

Kirk a step closer to blessing same-sex marriages

24 May 2021

The Church of Scotland is a step closer to allowing ministers of Word and Sacrament and deacons to marry same-sex couples if they wish. Commissioners at the General Assembly this afternoon approved draft legislation, with

During his time there, The Duke met with founder and Greyfriars Kirk minister, Rev Dr Richard Frazer, as well as Chief Executive Officer Jonny Kinross.

The Duke of Cambridge visits Kirk-supported charities in Edinburgh

24 May 2021

During a week-long visit to Scotland, in his role as Lord High Commissioner to the Church of Scotland's General Assembly, Prince William spent Sunday (23 May) visiting a CrossReach care home, Queen's Bay Lodge, and

Very Rev Dr John Chalmers

Assembly Trustees convener encouraged by appetite for change

22 May 2021

The convener of the Assembly Trustees has said there is a sense of realism within the Church of Scotland but also hope for the future. Very Rev Dr John Chalmers spoke out after commissioners approved

Prince William

Prince William says Church found new life, purpose and energy during pandemic

22 May 2021

Prince William has said that Scotland will "forever run deep" in his heart and praised the Church for its response to the pandemic. His Royal Highness told the General Assembly that the country is incredibly

Rev Dr George Whyte reading the Queen's letter to the General Assembly 2021

Queen shares Kirk’s concern for ‘care of God’s earth’ as General Assembly begins

22 May 2021

Her Majesty The Queen has written to the Church of Scotland sharing concerns for the planet in our role as stewards of Creation, ahead of next week's General Assembly business. Her Majesty The Queen is

Lord Wallace

Lord Wallace "honoured and humbled" to be inducted as Moderator

22 May 2021

A former Deputy First Minister has officially taken up the role of Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. Rt Hon Lord Wallace of Tankerness QC (Jim Wallace) said he is "humbled

General Assembly

Commissioners gather online for the 'blended" General Assembly 2021

21 May 2021

Ministers, elders, deacons and special guests are gathering for the second "blended" General Assembly of the Church of Scotland which opens tomorrow. They will make key decisions that will affect the future of the Kirk

Dove flying in the sky

Kirk joins in prayer on Pentecost Sunday

20 May 2021

This Sunday (23 May), as Pentecost takes place, Christians across the country - and further afield - will join together in prayer and reflection at 7pm in response to the pandemic. As with previous weeks

Rt Rev Dr Martin Fair

Church Moderator encourages congregations to get involved with Queen's Jubilee tree planting project

18 May 2021

Rt Rev Dr Martin Fair, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, is joining with other faith leaders in the UK to encourage people to take part in a tree planting project

Youth team leader Neil Young next to the first piece of public art in Blackhill in 15 years painted by Rogue One.

Talking Ministry: Christ cares

14 May 2021

A Church of Scotland youth worker in Glasgow has spoken of "the absolute privilege" of working with young people, including helping to reduce violence and provide better opportunities for those growing up locally. Neil Young,

Hands holding a candle

Kirk joins together in continued Sunday prayer

13 May 2021

This Sunday (16 May), Christians across the country - and further afield - will join together in prayer and reflection at 7pm in response to the pandemic. As with previous weeks during lockdown, 15 Christian

Rev Ben Thorp

Joy as Glasgow church welcomes new minister

13 May 2021

A former IT professional is being ordained as the Church of Scotland's newest minister this evening. Ben Thorp will be inducted into Sandyford Henderson Memorial Church in Glasgow during a small in-person service at 7pm

The cross has been in Blackhall St Columba's in Edinburgh since 1952

Edinburgh church to hold memorial service commemorating famous World War Two battle

13 May 2021

An Edinburgh church with a poignant connection to one of the most well-known battles of World War II will hold a special service of remembrance this weekend. In 1952 the minister of Blackhall St Columba's

Jerusalem

Israelis and Palestinians urged to bring an end to violence

12 May 2021

The Church of Scotland has urged Israelis and Palestinians to step back from the brink and show restraint. Deeply concerned about the growing violence in Jerusalem, Gaza and across Israel/Palestine, it is calling on the

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