Partnerships between Church of Scotland congregations and churches in different parts of the world can benefit communities extensively, says a new study.

A Church of Scotland body is urging congregations to celebrate their common baptism with Roman Catholics for the first time by using a special joint liturgy for the reaffirmation of baptismal vows.

The Church of Scotland plans to formulate its first-ever strategic plan for ecclesiastical buildings, subject to the approval of its General Assembly.

The Church of Scotland has today announced major plans for how it aims to grapple with the rapidly changing face of Scotland through its ministry and structures.