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Magazine Correction Readers-in-Training

We would like to clarify that Aberdeen University is not the sole academic provider for Readers-in-Training as implied on page 14 of No minister is an island. Highland Theological College (an Academic Partner in the University of the Highlands and Islands) is the other main provider of academic training for readership and we value their …

Staffing Update

At the end of May, we bid farewell and thanks to Rev Ian McDonald for his time as Pastoral Support Manager (maternity cover) and welcome Gabby Dench back. We look forward to welcoming a new Education & Training Secretary in mid July and introducing them in due course.

Gathering in Glasgow on Conflict and Faith

Gathering in Glasgow on Conflict and Faith The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall and Adelaide Place Baptist Church, Glasgow Thursday 31st October, 10:00 – Saturday 2nd November, 12:30, 2019 (registration available from 09:00 on Thursday) The Aviemore Conference in 2009 drew together over 200 participants on the theme ‘Christianity, Conflict and the Soul of the Nation.’ …

MDC – Now available to Readers

MDC is a confidential conversation with a trained facilitator that supports and enables those in all aspects of ministry to reflect on who they are and their practice in their context. This conversation will encourage and identify opportunities for learning and growth both professionally and personally

Vacancy – Education & Training Secretary, Ministries Council

Title: Education & Training Secretary, Ministries Council Salary: £49,380 – £53,314 Location: Edinburgh Hours: Full Time – 35 hours per week Closing date: Monday 25 February, 12:00pm Reference number: 05/19 Overview As a member of the senior management team within the Ministries Council you will be responsible for the strategic development and delivery of a programme of development, formation and education …

Westminster Confessions and the Church

This conference has been organised by the Theological Forum for the wider church, exploring different aspects of the theology and status of the Westminster Confession, with speakers from Scotland and elsewhere. Wednesday 8th May at New College, University of Edinburgh. Further details of the conference and how to book tickets will be provided on the …

Ascend eNews

Due to technical difficulties with our newsletter delivery platform we are currently unable to send out our fortnightly eNews. We hope that a resolution will be found soon but in the meantime, our apologies for the delay in sending this information to our subscribers

Pastors Poll

For the first time ever, Barna Group are looking to develop a comprehensive and representative Pastor Poll that will twice a year survey church leaders from across the UK on various issues such as beliefs, emotional and spiritual health, and how they can be better equipped to lead their churches. As a Church of Scotland leader, we …