Assembly 2025

Prayer

Author of Creation Orderer of the night skies

The Big Picture

Cappadocia, Turkey, Robert W Fisher Skye from Applecross,

Welcome

“ Newspapers and books began to be within

Faith Reminder

Last night after a busy day I attended

Science and Faith

It was great to be part of the

Mission Matters

This article by David Kendall (April) explains why

Assisted Dying

David Kennedy’s ‘Assisted Dying Comment’ (Letters, March) put

‘Church was my life from the very beginning’

Lynne McNeil meets the Moderator-Designate, the Rev Rosie Frew and hears how a call to ministry was shaped by a life rooted in the Church of Scotland.

‘We are all connected’

Val Brown, Head of Christian Aid Scotland, reflects on the charity’s 80th anniversary and highlights why the spotlight falls on Guatemala for Christian Aid Week which takes place this month.

Honorary Glaswegians

On the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe, Jackie Macadam learns about the unique bonds forged between Scots and children from the Channel Islands.

‘A trusted person’

National Sports Sunday, organised by Sports Chaplaincy UK, takes place on May 12. Jackie Macadam learns more about sports chaplaincy in Scotland.

‘A defining moment’

The Rev David S Cameron explains why this is a time of lament but also a time to dream.

The power of encounter

The Rev Roddy Hamilton makes a plea for mystery and beauty in worship.

‘God is alive’

The Rev Ruth Kennedy and the Rev Trish Archibald consider how digital ministry can play its part in mission.

My church

Karen Mathers, an elder at Prestwick South Parish Church describes how some things remain constant, despite the challenge of change.

A day in the life

Amanda Reid, Spiritual Care and Bereavement Lead, Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS), highlights some of her daily work.

Hope for the future

In the series considering the stories of people whose lives have been shaped by encounter with the Church of Scotland in some of Scotland’s poorest areas, Neill Shaw offers the story of William.

CHURCH ON PARADE

St Andrew’s Church Wallace Green Church of Scotland,

BURNS DAY FUNDRAISER

Keith North, Newmill, Boharm and Rothiemay Guild held

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

Glenkens Churches Guild in Galloway held a World

LONG SERVICE

At a service in Currie Kirk the Rev

NEW MEMBERS

The congregation of Larbert East Church welcomed nine

UNION SERVICE

Following months of joint services and work the

NEW ELDERS

Five new elders have been ordained and admitted

Call for action after gruesome DRC attack

Christian charity Open Doors has warned that the

Climate call before COP30

Nearly 50 Latin American and Caribbean church leaders,

Chaplains ask ‘who cares for the carers?’

The AGM of the Church of Scotland Military

Experts solve Abbey window mystery

Experts have unravelled the mystery of stained-glass fragments

Second sunday sing

A new monthly worship event in Glasgow has

Guild Gatherings

The Church of Scotland Guild has announced that

Ministers’ conference

Over 200 Church of Scotland ministers gathered in

A quiet, faithful follower of Jesus

In the continuing series concerning the overlooked and underrated, the Rev Richard Baxter considers Mary of Bethany, as outlined in John 12:1-8.

DIRECTORY

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REVIEWS

SCOTTISH ECCLESIASTICAL HERALDRY Religious Houses, Universities, Moderators

Kindling hope

The Rev Dr Richard Frazer explains why the promise of better things is just around the corner.

Cryptic Crossword May 2025

Across 1 Moving from Ibadan to

Prize Draw

A £15 book token will be awarded to

Quick Crossword May 2025

Across 1 Biblical story (7)

MINISTRIES

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Life And Work

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BLYTHSWOOD CARE

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Life and Work

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iona community

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LIFE AND WORK

Life And Work

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MENTAL HEALTH

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Randolph Hill

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Life and Work

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JERA

christian aid

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Hadeel Palcrafts

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Clock Maker

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Fullers Finer Furniture

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HOLLIS ACCOUNTING

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LIFE AND WORK

EDENTAYCHURCH

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Scargill Movement

NORTHERN STEEPLE JACKS

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Robertson Memorials

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RAINBOW GLASS STUDIO

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Alpha Furnishing

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LIFE AND WORK

Scottish Bible Society

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FORTH PIPE ORGANS

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