Life and Work July 2023 Articles
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Mission Planning and Beeching
It was 60 years ago that Dr Beeching,
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.
A healing link
The Very Rev Albert Bogle explains why the Church needs to promote secure online environments.
A weekend of celebration
Churches across Scotland held special events to mark the coronation of King Charles III on May 6.
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
Cryptic Crossword July 2023
Across 1 Be embraced by last character with
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
Gardeners’ question time
A Gardeners’ Question Time was held at Longniddry
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
View from the pulpit
The Rev Mark E Johnstone reflects on the challenge of ministry at Glasgow Cathedral.
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.