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Dr Paterson with Beechwood House residents and staff.

Moderator enthused by successful Church-backed addiction centre

11 November 2024

Moving stories of how CrossReach is helping break the cycle of addiction were shared when the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland visited an Inverness facility last week. Rt Rev Dr

Rev Fergus Cook is the minister of Blackhall St Columba's in Edinburgh

Minister becomes Royal Naval Reserve chaplain

10 November 2024

A Church of Scotland minister has become what they think is the oldest person to 'pass out' and receive a commission in the Royal Naval Reserve. Rev Fergus Cook, of Blackhall St Columba's Parish Church

Rev Dawn Westwood

For the love of human souls and football goals, meet the Kirk's newest minster

8 November 2024

A woman with a deep passion for human souls and football goals has been ordained into the ministry of the Church of Scotland. Rev Dawn Westwood, a "true believer in faith and football", celebrated the

The team at The Barn Project

New family space underway as The Shed Project celebrates 10 years

7 November 2024

Work has begun on a £900,000 space for families in Stornoway which forms the latest addition to The Shed Project as it celebrates 10 years since first opening. 'The Barn Project' will see the refurbishment

Moderator

Church members encouraged to help chart the way forward

6 November 2024

Church members are encouraged to apply to serve on 15 Church of Scotland committees and groups. Rev Dr Andrew Gardner, convener of the Nomination Committee, said their help is needed as the Church continues to

Rev Dr Graham Blount

Minister returns to the Scottish Parliament to mark the 25th anniversary of his first Time for Reflection address

5 November 2024

A minister drew on the story of the infamous gunpowder plot as he addressed the Scottish Parliament today. Speaking on Bonfire Night or Guy Fawkes Night, Rev Dr Graham Blount said it was a "special

Two people holding hands

Breaking the Silence

4 November 2024

Penni Brown, a candidate for ministry, writes about breaking the silence around abusive relationships and an event taking part at Greenbank Church in Edinburgh on Saturday 9 November which will highlight the issue. When we

Rev Rosie Frew

Rev Rosemary Frew is Moderator Designate for 2025-26

31 October 2024

A Scottish Borders minister who is happy to be described as "a cheerleader for the Church" has been chosen to be the next Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. Rev Rosemary

Moderator-FM

New conference highlights importance of interfaith dialogue

30 October 2024

Church of Scotland representatives attended the inaugural Faith and Belief Conference in Edinburgh today. Rt Rev Dr Shaw Paterson, Moderator of the General Assembly, and Rev Fiona Smith, Principal Clerk to the General Assembly, joined

Lord Wallace

Former Moderator marks 25 years of Time for Reflection at Scottish Parliament

29 October 2024

A former Moderator of the General Assembly addressed the Scottish Parliament today to mark the 25th anniversary of Time for Reflection. Rt Hon Lord (Jim) Wallace of Tankerness KC said it was a "privilege" to

St Quivox Parish Church

Church wins top award for mission outreach work

28 October 2024

A parish church in South Ayrshire has won a top award for its "life-changing" mission outreach work. St Quivox Parish Church was presented with the coveted Church and Volunteer Award for Scotland at the National

Glimpses of Glory

New stories to support worship leaders through Christmas

25 October 2024

A minister has written nine stories for use as sermons by those leading worship throughout Advent and Christmas. Rev Dr Robin Hill, minister of Gladsmuir linked with Longniddry, has created the downloadable resource pack alongside

St Cuthbert's Parish Church

Church hosts 'superb' exhibition to celebrate Edinburgh's 900th anniversary

23 October 2024

An Edinburgh church is hosting a special exhibition to mark the 900th anniversary of the city becoming a Royal Burgh. More than 900 pieces of artwork - from paintings, photographs, drawings, sculptures, quilts and banners

Geneva with the water at the forefront and green hills behind.

Kirk in Switzerland sets apart reader and calls for a new minister

21 October 2024

The Church of Scotland's International Presbytery in Switzerland has set apart a Reader as it calls for a new minister. Scots Kirk Lausanne has been in vacancy since June 2023 when Rev Gillean MacLean retired.

Our man in Brussels looks forward to new missional opportunities

18 October 2024

The coming year will be an especially important one for David Lloyd. Not only will it see his ordination as an Ordained Local Minister (OLM) of the Church of Scotland, but he will be called

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