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PRAYER

JOY Lord of creation, we thank you for

LETTERS

Assembly Ceremony I refer to Margaret King’s letter

The legacy of Partition

75 years ago the new countries of India and Pakistan (which was divided into east and west) were created with East Pakistan gaining independence to become Bangladesh in 1971. The legacy of the decision is still felt today as a range of contributors explain how the Partition has influenced the work of churches in the region.

The Big Question

This month’s question is: ‘How has your way of delivering summer church activities changed through the Covid-19 years?’

Going forward

The Very Rev Albert Bogle explains why putting one foot in front of the other may be the right thing for now.

‘The road ahead is not going to be easy’

In his first column the Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields outlines some of the challenges facing churches.

Edinburgh’s festivals and the Church

Edinburgh’s festivals were impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic but return in full this August. Thomas Baldwin reports on the part the city’s churches play.

‘Every Christian is a living witness’

Thomas Baldwin meets the former Archbishop of York and chair of Christian Aid, John Sentamu.

Honesty in Laughter

Ian Dunn, Editor of Scottish Catholic, reflects on a meeting with the Moderator, the St Margaret’s Declaration and suggests the true fruits of ecumenism may be learning to laugh at each other.

Future plans could be ‘too severe’ says theologian

A CHURCH of Scotland theologian and author has

‘Laugh often’

The Very Rev Dr James Simpson reflects on the power of humour.

‘God has an immense sense of humour’

Jackie Macadam learns about the faith journey and clowning ministry of Claire Van Geete.

‘An enriching experience’

John R Hume looks at the roots and history of Bishopton Parish Church.

The Big Picture

Botanical Gardens Churchtown by Walter McGillivray Kirriemuir, Angus

FAITH IN ACTION

The eighth in a series of features which will offer updates from the Faith Action Programme.

‘Faith is individual’

Bebhionn Paterson describes how working towards her Girls’ Brigade Queen’s Award led to a deeper faith.

Honour for elder campaigner

Thomas Baldwin reports on the Glasgow Times Scotswoman of the Year award.

HONOUR FOR PRISON CHAPLAIN

A Glasgow minister and prison chaplain has been

SOUTH SUDAN TRIP CANCELLED

The Moderator of the General Assembly of the

SALE RAISES OVER £108,000

This year’s Christian Aid Week Sale at St

CHARITY OUTLINES HIDDEN COST OF POVERTY

Nearly two-thirds of those in poverty feel lonely

QUEEN’S AWARD FOR CARE VAN

The Care Van, which serves people experiencing homelessness

‘PAUSE’ FOR TRUST GRANTS

Grants from Scotland’s Churches Trust and parent organisations

SHORT COURSES

Trinity College Glasgow at the University of Glasgow

HARPISTS COMMEMORATE TRAGEDY

Two Welsh harpists, Rhiain Bebb and Huw Roberts,

LONG SERVICE

The Rev James Boag presented long service awards

SERVICE AND REFUGEE BAPTISMS

On Trinity Sunday Border Kirk, Carlisle recognised the

OVER 1000 YEARS CELEBRATED

On Sunday June 5, Galston Parish Church in

FORRES LONG SERVICE

Long service certificates were presented to three Elders

CELEBRATION OF SERVICE

Stranraer Parish Church held a ‘celebration of service’

Platinum Jubilee celebrations

The Rev Ian Hamilton and his wife Margaret

WORLD NEWS

NEW WCC GENERAL SECRETARY ELECTED A South African

Pleasing God

In the first of a new series, the Very Rev Dr Martin Fair considers the message of the letter to the Colossians.

REVIEWS

THE POWER OF RECONCILIATION Written by Justin Welby

Inclusion matters

The Very Rev Dr John Chalmers reflects on the importance of welcome and inclusiveness.