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Welcome

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Saving the Honours

It was from 1652 – 1660 that The

Mission Planning and Beeching

It was 60 years ago that Dr Beeching,

Graham Appeal

Almost seventy years ago, Billy Graham led the

How far is ‘too far’?

As the National Health Service celebrates its 75th anniversary this month, Jackie Macadam considers some of the ethical debates surrounding advances in medicine.

Prayer

Lord Jesus Christ, When summer suns are glowing,

The Big Picture

Fishermen working with their nets on the beach

Assembly 2023

Thomas Baldwin reports on the business of this year’s General Assembly of the Church of Scotland which took place in May.

A deeper understanding

Jackie Macadam meets author Diana Janney, who describes her faith journey – and the inspiration for her new book.

Acting with integrity

The Rev Dr Martin Johnstone explains the importance of humility in leadership – and courageous followers.

Sharing the sacred story

The Rev Roddy Hamilton reflects on the importance of storytelling in worship.

A healing link

The Very Rev Albert Bogle explains why the Church needs to promote secure online environments.

Now is the time – for action

The social tide is not flowing in our direction at this time so we need to be robust and innovative – working in different ways to spread the Good News of Christ Jesus.

A weekend of celebration

Churches across Scotland held special events to mark the coronation of King Charles III on May 6.

A vision for mission

Rob Rawson highlights the part congregations can play in shaping future mission.

My church

Jacqui Lindsay, Pastoral Assistant at Morningside Parish Church in Edinburgh, describes a community where people are encouraged to ‘play to their strengths’.

Women Remembered

Jesus’ Female Disciples Written by: Helen Bond and

Romans

A Letter That Makes Sense of Life Written

Prize Draw

A £20 book token will be awarded to

Cryptic Crossword July 2023

Across 1 Be embraced by last character with

Bible Quiz July 2023

1. From Matthew – who collected Jesus’ body

Sudoku July 2023

To solve Sudoku, each 3x3 box, row and

Codeword July 2023

To solve a Codeword each of the numbers

Saltcoats retirements

On Easter Sunday the Rev Sarah Nicol retired

Presentation for blind school

A presentation and supper evening was held at

New banner

A new banner was dedicated at Beath and

Long service

Four elders were presented with Long Service certificates

Social care pay call

Leaders of the Church of Scotland and the

Guild annual gathering speaker announced

Professor Jason Leitch, the National Clinical Director of

Funding for Bethany youth service

Homelessness charity Bethany Christian Trust has been awarded

Scots go without heat over winter

Nearly a half of adult Scots went without

Africa tax campaign

“Tax justice is a matter of faith,” said

WCC marks 75th anniversary

The World Council of Churches (WCC) is celebrating

Christians killed in India violence

At least 70 Christians were killed, and large

View from the pulpit

The Rev Mark E Johnstone reflects on the challenge of ministry at Glasgow Cathedral.

Framing good questions

Ruth Harvey explains why courageous questions are needed.

Walking together

The Rev Dr Richard Frazer considers the power of walking.

Spiritual shores

Lynne McNeil reflects on the attractions of Scotland’s beaches this summer.