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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.