Church and Society
Mission to day: the Francis effect
DUNCAN MACLAREN
The annual celebration of Mission Sunday in the Catholic Church takes place on 20th October. An experienced worker in the field of international development reflects on the shifting focus of the church’s understanding of mission. Continue readingA champion of the laity
DAN BAIRD
Cardinal Newman will be canonised by Pope Francis on 13th October. One of the leading members of the Glasgow Newman Circle highlights his lasting contribution to the church. Continue readingThe Kirk’s Radical Action Plan
JENNIFER STARK
A lay parish worker in the Church of Scotland reports on a radical plan for the future of the Kirk which was agreed at this year’s General Assembly. Continue readingThe Vatican abuse summit
BRENDAN GEARY
A Marist brother and clinical psychologist who has extensive experience of dealing with sexual abuse within the Catholic Church assesses the importance of February’s Vatican abuse summit. Continue readingCURRENT ISSUE
