FEBRUARY 2025
‘More Than We Could Ever Have Hoped’
Churches offering a regular warm space in the depths of winter
Becoming a Christian at 40
A reader’s reflection
Stories of Ordinary People
John L Bell talks about his latest book
Connection and Purpose
Continuing the series on Priority Areas work, Neill Saw highlights how churches can provide a welcoming home for people experiencing hardship.
Cultivating Generosity
Stewardship in north-east Scotland
Our Presbyteries
The series finishes with the Presbytery of Jerusalem
‘You Should Be Very Proud’
Christian Aid at 80, and the Church of Scotland minister who started it all.
Regulars
The Moderator reflects on how Christians are called to action
The Rev Ruth Kennedy on digital church
Worship column by the Rev Roddy Hamilton
Reflection by the Rev Dr Richard Frazer
Bible study by the Rev Richard Baxter
My Church: Alan Reedie of Gillespie Memorial Church, Dunfermline
Plus: official updates from the Assembly Trustees and Faith Action Programme, readers’ pictures, news, letters, reviews and puzzles – all for £3.50. Visit www.lifeandwork.org/subscribe or speak to your church’s Life and Work co-ordinator.