Healthcare chaplains who provide spiritual nourishment to hospital patients are greatly appreciated and valued, the Moderator of the General Assembly has said. Lord Wallace made the remarks during a visit to University Hospital Crosshouse, known... ...
People of faith from across the UK and Ireland will come together on Sunday 3 April to pray for the people of Ukraine and for an end to the conflict. Lord Wallace, Moderator of the ...
The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland will take part in a special service of thanksgiving for Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, at Westminster Abbey today (Tuesday 29 March). In line
The Moderator of the General Assembly is embarking on a 10-day visit to learn more about the life and work of the Church of Scotland in Ayrshire Lord Wallace said he is looking forward to
The Commission of Assembly has agreed that, in light of concerns some people have due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, optional online attendance will be approved for this year's General Assembly. Commissioners voted unanimously in
On the second anniversary of the announcement of the first lockdown, Lord Wallace, the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland has released a prayer. On March 23 2020 leaders across the
Church leaders have urged the UK and Scottish governments to "set aside" their political differences and tackle the cost of living crisis together. The Church of Scotland, the Scottish Episcopal Church and the Roman Catholic
Rev Dr Robert Calvert, a locum minister at Orwell and Portmoak Parish Church, has a personal connection with Ukraine and its people after spending time in the country training student pastors in urban ministry. Here,
A civic dinner was held in Aberdeen in honour of a Church of Scotland minister who has made a "unique contribution" to the city. It was hosted in the Town House last night by Lord
Church of Scotland members are preparing to 'welcome the stranger' by opening up their homes to Ukrainian refugees. Many have contacted the Faith Impact Forum to say that they want to provide a safe and
A minister has described how becoming an ordained local minister (OLM) has allowed her the flexibility to serve with the "the skills and gifts you bring as an individual". Rev Dr Fiona Tweedie, who is
An Edinburgh church has won a top award in recognition of its environmental practices and addressing the climate crisis. Greenbank Parish Church has been presented with an Eco-Congregation Scotland Gold Award. Assessors commended members for
The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, Lord Jim Wallace, has written a letter of support encouraging congregations to join in with this year's Thy Kingdom Come global prayer initiative, which
A new project spearheaded by a North Lanarkshire Church to support people living with addictions has been recognised in the House of Commons. The New Life Recovery Hub at South Wishaw Parish Church offers fresh
The newly established Presbytery of Forth Valley and Clydesdale has appointed its first clerk. Rev Julie Rennick said she is "delighted" to have been invited to take up the position as part of a move
Today, Tuesday 8 March, marks International Women's Day, a day celebrated by millions across the world. Here, Very Rev Dr Susan Brown, convener of the Church of Scotland's Faith Impact Forum, shares a prayer she
The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland is encouraging people to donate to charities supporting refugees from Ukraine. More than a million people have fled the conflict and have crossed borders
A congregation in Airdrie has unveiled a stunning environmentally friendly renovation of their church, former manse and hall. The changes at Cairnlea Parish Church have made their buildings more accessible and include flexible spaces to
To mark this year's season of Lent, which takes place between Wednesday 2 March until Thursday 14 April, congregations, church groups and our partner organisations are offering a selection of valuable resources to help you
The Church of Scotland is joining churches across Europe and around the world in inviting people to join a special prayer service for peace in Ukraine from 4-5 pm GMT on Ash Wednesday, March 2,