More Than Gold 2014 was set up to resource all church denominations during the Commonwealth Games.
Read the full story »
Anglican Communion, Orthodox Churches »
Archbishop congratulates newly elected Supreme Head of Universal Syriac Orthodox Church
His Holiness Mor Ignatius Aphrem II
The Archbishop of Canterbury has written to congratulate His Holiness Mor Ignatius Aphrem II on his election as the 123rd successor of St Peter in the Apostolic See of Antioch and All the East, and Supreme Head of the Universal Syriac Orthodox Church.
In the letter, Archbishop Justin notes the Patriarch Designate’s “distinguished ministry and leadership”.
He continues: “Your contributions to history, literature and theology, as well as your interest in strengthening the ministry to children, as seen in the children’s books you have published, will be of significant importance at a time of enormous challenges in the Middle East, but also in different parts of the world.
“You also bring with you an understanding for the context in the United Kingdom, having had part of your education in Ireland and having served as a priest to the Syriac Orthodox Community here. You have furthermore played an important role in the new phase of work in the International Anglican Oriental Orthodox Dialogue and we look forward to a time of continuing enrichment in our church to church relationships.”
Archbishop Justin concludes the letter by offering prayers “that the bonds of our friendship will continue to grow and that our Lord Jesus will draw us closer to the unity, which is His will for all the faithful.”
• Full story at the Archbishop of Canterbury’s website.
Archbishop congratulates newly elected Supreme Head of Universal Syriac Orthodox Church
Contributions ‘of significant importance at a time of enormous challenges in the Middle East’.
Church of Scotland chooses new Moderator Designate
Rev John Chalmers takes the place of Rev Dr Angus Morrison, who earlier stood down.
New booklet on greening church buildings
Issues and guiding principles surrounding care and management.
Lent Reflection 4: Encounter
By Rev Dr Laurence Whitley, Minister of Glasgow Cathedral and vice-chair of Glasgow Churches Together.
Church of Scotland seeks fracking opinions
‘Will it help us reduce carbon emissions and fuel poverty or will it make these things worse?’
Lent Reflection 3: Refreshment
By Rev Dr Laurence Whitley, Minister of Glasgow Cathedral and vice-chair of Glasgow Churches Together.
Ecumenical service to remember victims of Clutha helicopter crash
Four months after the tragedy which claimed ten lives.
Archbishop Justin and Cardinal Nichols announce week of prayer for church social action projects
Fostering the work of the church in strengthening communities and helping those in need.
Scottish Government to introduce Human Trafficking Bill
Victims will be better cared for and prosecuting traffickers will be made simpler.
Anglicans, Roman Catholics and Muslims sign historic agreement to combat trafficking and slavery
Global Freedom Network to help eradicate an injustice that affects up to 27 million people.
Catholic and Protestant groups team up for European TV Festival of Religious Programmes
Rewarding programmes that express, explore and examine values in relation to religion, faith and ethics.
Guide for churches planning independence referendum hustings
Scottish Churches Parliamentary Office produces guidance document.
Events »
Tartan Jesus? Weaving the distinctive fabric of a nation
Holy City is organised by the Wild Goose Resource Group of the Iona Community. Events continue until 4 May 2014.
Godly Play Circle
An informal get-together for experienced Storytellers, newcomers, or just anyone who’s interested.
