For many involved in the life of the Church of Scotland, the weekend after the closing of the General Assembly is a day of restorative relaxation.
But a group of key figures who are retiring or completing their service with the Church will this year swap the sofa for safety gear – and a 150 ft abseil down the iconic Forth Bridge, joining a team of staff and supporters to raise money for the Children and Family Services of CrossReach, the social care arm of the Church.