MDS Staffing Approval Process …clear records can be kept. Please read through the Guidance Notes and FAQs (Appendix 6) before making an application. We welcome feedback and FAQ suggestions which should be sent to… Read More
Book review – A Thought-Provoking Journey into Finding Peace: “Non-Anxious Presence” by Mark Sayers …wisdom, personal anecdotes, and spiritual guidance, Sayers offers a refreshing perspective on how to navigate the anxieties that plague our lives. The book begins by addressing the pervasive sense of… Read More
Book Review – Metanoia: How God Radically Transforms Individuals, Churches, and Organizations from the Inside Out by Alan Hirsch …effectiveness. Whether you’re a minister, deacon, olm, ministry team, or organisational stakeholder, this book holds the potential to invigorate and inspire a renewed commitment to the transformative work of God… Read More
Addressing the issues …professions, there are annual reviews and ways in which an employee’s performance is assessed. While the church does have places of support and accountability, in general the performance of most… Read More
MDS Staffing Request Guidance Notes This guidance document aims to advise congregations and Presbyteries of the MDS Staffing Request procedure…. Read More
Church of Scotland Learning – Content …in a group and so there will be facilitator notes for those in congregations and presbyteries who would like to offer this. When we discussed these plans with Presbyteries back… Read More
Investing in Relationship …only person paid from parish ministries fund, the team includes locally paid staff (part time administrator, part-time church officer, organist, Café manager) and volunteers (OLM, session clerk, treasurer, international welcome… Read More
Strength for Today, Hope for Tomorrow! Seeds for Growth event …our future – Joan Thorne, OLM working in Dyce and New Machar Parish Churches, Aberdeen I found it very refreshing. I liked being able to say freely what made you… Read More
Strength for Today, Hope for Tomorrow! Come and hear from the Faith Action Team …Thorne, OLM working in Dyce and New Machar Parish Churches, Aberdeen I found it very refreshing. I liked being able to say freely what made you sad/angry about the church… Read More
Seeing is Believing: Preaching with Visual Art, a Preaching Workshop …viewers to be “seers” as well as “believers”. As theologian Richard Harries notes, if we allow it, religious art, both ancient and modern, will “arrest the eyes, stimulate thought and… Read More
Working with our volunteers …are ‘recruited’ into ordained ministries, there is something different about the motivation and thought process that leads people towards other areas of Christian service. In any training or guidance about… Read More
Embracing Our Calling: Fulfilling Purpose in Every Season …fulfilling God’s purpose for our lives. Living out our divine calling requires intentionality and a deep understanding of God’s purpose for our lives. It involves seeking His guidance, studying His… Read More
The Christian Business Review released a leadership special in autumn 2020, available to view here Read More
Di Murray from ComingUp4Air helps us consider how we might develop our mindset …in EACH of your energy stores can make a profound difference to the story you tell yourself. It’s ok to set limits. Get Clear: Do a quick review of your… Read More