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2023

Jane Haining

Schools encouraged to teach story of the Scot who died in Auschwitz

27 January 2023

A teacher has been appointed to encourage Scottish schools to teach the inspirational story of a Scot who died in Auschwitz after refusing to abandon Jewish girls in her care. William McGair has been hired

Dementia group members enjoy some time together at the Madoch Centre

Cash award to boost dementia support projects

26 January 2023

Church-linked projects across Scotland will be able to help more people living with dementia after impressing funders with the support they offer. St Andrew's Dementia Hub at St Andrew's Parish Church in Carluke, The Madoch

Port Glasgow New Parish Church's 200th anniversary service with Rev William Boyle, children from the Sunday Club and Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields.

Moderator joins Port Glasgow churchs 200th celebrations

25 January 2023

Port Glasgow New Parish Church were delighted to be joined by the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields, as they began their 200th-year celebrations on Sunday

Trees in landscape

Scottish Government's new land register to cause ‘significant difficulty’ say Churches

24 January 2023

A new Scottish Government register of who has a control over land has been criticised by Church leaders for the way it has been organised. The Register of Controlled Interest in Land has been set

Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields

Care for others is at the heart of opposition to assisted dying

23 January 2023

Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, explains how caring for others is at the heart of the Church's opposition to assisted dying. A bill that would

The first meeting of the North East and Northern Isles Presbytery.

Presbytery reform continues as three new presbyteries formed

19 January 2023

In a fitting start to the new year, three brand new presbyteries: the Presbytery of Lothian and Borders, the Presbytery of the North East and Northern Isles, and the Presbytery of Perth, were established on

St George's Tron minister Rev Alastair Duncan

Talking Ministry: Rev Alastair Duncan on making the transition to city centre worship

18 January 2023

Each month, the Talking Ministry series will share a personal story from those serving in Christian ministry, as well as discernment resources filled with questions, prayers and reflections to help encourage your own reflection on

Diverse group of three people's hands hold over a Bible.

Racial justice at forefront of this year’s Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

18 January 2023

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity kicks off today (Wednesday 18 January) on the theme of racial justice, as churches around the world join the event aiming to strengthen the ecumenical ties between denominations

Rev Dr John Ross

Edinburgh church honours Scot who helped Christianity thrive in Korea

13 January 2023

An Edinburgh church is holding a special service to celebrate the legacy of a Scot who played a major role in introducing Christianity to Korea. The event at Mayfield Salisbury Parish Church on Sunday will

Deacon Kirsty Forsyth

New Deacon proud to follow in Edinburgh kirk’s long tradition of service

4 January 2023

Deacons within the Church of Scotland play an important part in supporting ministers, congregations and the wider community. The role offers an opportunity for service for those who might not feel called to the Ministry

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