Life & Work Magazine
Life & Work Magazine

Life & Work - February 2023

IN THIS ISSUE

'A TANGIBLE THING EVERYONE CAN DO'
Fairtrade Fortnight

INTERGENERATIONAL CHURCH
Second in series

'WE ARE FACING HUGE CHALLENGES'
Interview with the Rev Dr Doug Gay

CHANGING LIVES
Moderator on CrossReach

SITTING NEAR MY NEIGHBOUR
John L Bell on layout in worship

And much more over 52 pages...

Life and Work February 2023 Articles

Welcome
“It is a time to try to develop
Church and money
I am a simple Christian, so love my
A tangible thing everyone can do
Marking Fairtrade Fortnight, Thomas Baldwin hears how Fairtrade traders and campaigners in Scotland are facing the cost of living crisis.
Prayer
In February’s cold, winter darkness when we long
Being intergenerational church
Suzi Farrant and Darren Philip focus on the importance of intentionality in developing a Church which embraces all generations.
St Margaret Declaration signed
Lynne McNeil reports on a historic moment for Scotland’s churches.
‘We are facing huge challenges’
Jackie Macadam learns more about the life and work of the practical theologian the Rev Dr Doug Gay, author of Reforming the Kirk.
Changing lives
The Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields encourages readers to support the work of CrossReach.
Social storytelling
The Very Rev Albert Bogle reflects on digital research projections and social media trends.
A good host
The Rev Dr Martin Johnstone reflects on the power of the art of hosting as a vital leadership skill.
Sitting near my neighbour
John L Bell reflects on the impact of layout on worship.
From listening to loving
Steve Aisthorpe reflects on the next step of a missional cycle.
The Big Picture
Mistle Thrush by Ted Logan Dog walking in
FAITH IN ACTION
A series of features which offer updates from the Faith Action Programme.
Radical reconciliation
In the second of a series of new bible studies, Ruth Harvey considers the words of 2 Corinthians 5 and their message of reconciliation.
My church
Dr J Bryson Hamilton reflects on his experience of church life in Dunoon.
‘Trust our God’
Lee Whitecross describes his faith journey.
Cryptic Crossword February 2023
Across 1 Josephine with the Spanish book (4)
Codeword February 2023
Sudoku February 2023
50 years of ‘remarkable and beautiful’ Christian Aid sale celebrated
The Head of Christian Aid Scotland has said
New pastor to Fife pilgrims
A new pastor has been appointed to work
Shoeboxes
Freuchie Parish Church in Fife, like many across
Guild anniversary
The Guild at St Serf’s Parish Church, Tullibody
Long service
Long service in various roles was recognised at
Certificates
Eight elders and choir members from Logie Kirk,
Wee seeds
Largs United Guild donated two trees to Largs
Rededication
At Tranent Parish Church on Sunday October 30
GEORGE MATHESON & MYSTICISM
A Biographical Study Written by: Scott S McKenna
THE POWER AND THE GLORY
John Ross and the Evangelisation of Manchuria and
STILL CRAZY
Love, laughter and tears from the world of
Pilgrim journeys
The Rev Dr Richard Frazer reflects on the value and gifts of pilgrimage.
A handy reference guide to contacts within the Church of Scotland at 121 George Street, CrossReach and presbyteries.
121 George Street contact: 0131-225 5722