Service to mark the Queen's death
Worship materials for a service immediately following the death of Her Majesty the Queen... Read more
Worship following the Queen's death
Prayers, hymns and scripture readings suitable for use throughout the period of national mourning... Read more
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The Church response to the Ukraine Crisis
How the church is offering support during the humanitarian crisis in the Ukraine... Read more
Talking Ministry
Paul Cathcart speaks about his role as a Deacon and we explore the theme: The Next Chapter... Read more
New minister ordained to lead Ayrshire churches
A newly ordained minister has been appointed to provide spiritual leadership at two churches in South Ayrshire. Rev Gillean Richmond will be the locum minister... Read more
Pioneer minister appointed to serve Scottish Borders village
A new pioneer minister has been called to share the Good News of Jesus Christ in a Scottish Borders village. Pamela Kennedy will work among... Read more
Fife Presbytery holds emergency cost of living summit
Fife Presbytery is hosting an emergency summit to discuss the cost of living crisis because too many people are being "catapulted into Dickensian times and... Read more
Moderator sees how Alloa church project is helping feed its community
A church project which is helping combat hunger in its local area has been given the stamp of approval by the Moderator of the General... Read more
Church of Scotland songwriter is a winner in worldwide competition
A young Scottish songwriter’s work is to be given an international platform after she was named one of the winners of a competition from the... Read more
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The Guild invites and encourages women and men to commit their lives to Jesus Christ and express their faith in... Read more
Training for Ministry
The Church of Scotland is actively looking for the next generation of ministers. We seek women and men of all... Read more

Priority Areas
Priority Area congregations are responding to the Church's call to give priority to the poorest communities.... Read more
Latest news
- Church of Scotland Moderator remembers final visit to The Queen at Balmoral 9 September
- Statement and prayer from the Moderator on the death of Her Majesty The Queen 8 September
- Three new ministers vow to serve in pioneering new ways 8 September
- New minister called to serve Edinburgh churches 7 September
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- The Guild Annual Gathering - POSTPONED 10 September 2022
- Safer Churches: First Steps in Understanding Violence Against Women 15 September 2022
- ReNew webinar: Growing and investing in teams 28 September 2022
- Edinburgh Interfaith Key Note Lecture and AGM 29 September 2022
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