Life & Work Magazine
Life & Work Magazine

Life & Work - February 2019

IN THIS ISSUE

SOUTH OF THE BORDER
- The Church of Scotland in England and the Channel Islands

WHERE NOW FOR FAIRTRADE
- The impact of social and political change on the Fairtrade movement

'HOPE FOR A CHANGE'
- Scientist with interest in the Church in Asia

Life and Work February 2019 Articles

From The Editor
THE Committee on Christian Life and Work was a true
PRAYER
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LETTERS
Peter Kimber’s letter in the December issue of Life
The Big Question
This month’s question is: ‘Have you worshipped in a Church of Scotland outside Scotland?’
Dethroning narcissism
Ron Ferguson explains why there is a need for a cultural and spiritual revolution.
Making love count
In the month of romance, the Rt Rev Susan Brown highlights the importance of living a life of love.
South of the border
Jackie Macadam learns more about the work of our churches in England and the Channel Islands.
‘Hope for a change’
Jackie Macadam hears from a scientist with a strong interest in the church in Asia.
Challenges and joys
In the second of our new column written by younger people, Gemma King looks at growing up in the Church of Scotland.
An island church
John R Hume considers the Christian heritage of Islay.
The Big Picture
Where now for Fairtrade?
Thomas Baldwin reflects on the impact of social and political change on the Fairtrade movement.
Uncovering a seam of coal history
Jim Henry appeals to readers for help in finding all of Scotland’s mining memorials.
Charity pilgrim route run
Thomas Baldwin reports on a charity worker who is running hundreds of miles to aid a project for returning Iraqi refugees.
CROSSREACH HOME AWARD
A CrossReach care home for adults with learning disabilities
MODERATOR VISITS KIRKCALDY PROJECT
As part of her visit to Kirkcaldy Presbytery, the Moderator
PENCIL CASES FOR STREET CHILDREN
The Friendship Circle at Cardonald Parish Church has
YOUNG PEOPLE’S CONCERT
The Churches of Grangemouth organised a concert for
NEW WINDOW REPRESENTING GOD, FRIENDSHIP AND COMMUNITY
New stained glass in the main window and at the entrance
FALKIRK ANNIVERSARY
Lauriston Church in Falkirk celebrated its 125th anniversary
CATHEDRAL WINDOW
A new window has been installed at Glasgow Cathedral
BIBLES FOR CHARITY
Members of the Wednesday Bible Study Group (pictured)
GUILD LONG SERVICE
Several members of the Guild of St Andrew’s Church
STREET FEAST
A food and hospitality initiative run by a Dundee church
BANKFOOT ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATED
A Service of Celebration took place late last year
BIG BRUNCH
The 2nd East Kilbride Company of the Boys’ Brigade
LONG SERVICE
Fourteen elders from Helensburgh Parish Church were
Edinburgh ‘children’s church’ holds fundraising day
Thomas Baldwin reports on a special annual event at a church in Edinburgh.
Slavery and freedom
The Rev Richard Baxter emphasises the importance of freedom from slavery.
REVIEWS
Churches Built since the First World War Late nineteenth
CROSSWORDS
11 “Soldiers of ___ ___, and put your armour on”, (hymn)
The real cost of Christmas
The Very Rev Dr John Chalmers describes how the poorest are paying the most for credit.