Life and Work is the magazine of the Church of Scotland. In a history spanning over 130 years, it has established itself as the pre-eminent voice of the Church of Scotland. Though firmly rooted in the affairs of the Kirk, it also aims to cover a broad range of subjects of interest to church-goers across the spectrum from international affairs and British political and social issues to science, ethics and the arts. Each monthly issue includes a forum for views on current social and moral issues, a monthly meditation and regular articles on the spiritual side of life, reviews of the latest books, videos and Christian resources, and regular features on the Church worldwide.
The current issue: March 2011
From 121 to Kabul The Rev Dr Marjory Maclean, former Depute Clerk, became the first Reservist Naval chaplain to be formally mobilised when she was sent firstly to a NATO anti-piracy task force in the Gulf of Aden, then to Afghanistan in the autumn. Marjory shares her reflections on her return.
Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead? In the first of a three-part series, the Rev James Martin examines the origin and spread of belief.
The Word Renewed Lynne McNeil looks back to the publication of the New English Version New Testament in March 1961.
Understanding and Reading In the second part of the Biblefresh series, David Miller looks at the need for Bible training.
The Journey The Very Rev Dr James Simpson looks at the significance of Ash Wednesday.
A Thoroughly Democratic Organisation The Rev Fiona Mathieson argues for a more positive perception of the church’s administration
Mars and Mozart Iain McLarty asks how our worship can engage with the ‘non-churched’.
View from the Pew Anne Corbett reflects on the ‘missing’ people in church.
A Month in a Life Christian rock band Sons of Thunder.
Plus all the usual columnists and features, letters, reviews and crosswords – all for just £1.80
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