URC Synod of Scotland

11/06/2026

The Synod Moderator was pleased to be able to join the Scottish Episcopal Church for the opening day of their General Synod. Lindsey joined the Synod in supporting the Thursdays in Black campaign as she on many Thursdays. You can spot her towards the right- middle of the photo.

Synod members showed their support for 'Thursdays in Black' on day one of General Synod 2026 at the Stirling Court Hotel.

Members were invited to join with the Provincial Global Partnerships Committee and wear black to highlight the global movement urging an end to violence against women. Thursdays in Black encourages everyone, regardless of gender, to wear black every Thursday.

“Wearing black on Thursdays shows others that you are tired of putting up with violence, and calls for communities where we can all walk safely without fear; fear of being beaten up, fear of being verbally abused, fear of being r***d, fear of discrimination,” said Ms Miriam Weibye, Church Relations Officer.

“The Scottish Episcopal Church has promoted this peaceful form of protest against r**e and violence in Scotland since being introduced to Thursdays in Black through its partnerships in Brazil and India, and through its relationship with the World Council of Churches.”

11/06/2026

How can churches create spaces where people of different abilities, needs, and ages genuinely belong?

Gill from Gathering with God will lead a practical workshop exploring inclusion, accessibility, and what it means to gather as God's people in ways that welcome everyone.

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04/06/2026

Could creative building help unlock new conversations in worship, leadership, and discipleship?

At RechargePLUS, Ruth White (URC CYDO+) will lead two practical workshops exploring how hands-on approaches can deepen reflection, support shared vision, and engage people of all ages.

Find out more and book your place: bit.ly/RechargePLUS26

30/05/2026

Our second Synod mini-gathering took place at Dunfermline United Reformed Church today. Thanks to all who presented and participated. Next stop Nairn United Reformed church on Saturday 8th August. Please contact the Synod Office if you would like to come along.

29/05/2026

Early Bird Tickets end this weekend. Don't miss out, book your place today - bit.ly/RechargePLUS26

27/05/2026

Thanks to Hazel McCorrisken from Helensburgh URC for sharing her experience of Stepwise. If you are inspired by Hazel to explore your own faith please contact the Synod Office for more information.

Growing up, Hazel McCorrisken knew Jesus wanted her to speak and share his love in some capacity, but her fears were too great. Learn all about how Stepwise helped Hazel overcome these fears... https://urc.org.uk/stepwise-growing-in-faith-and-love/

27/05/2026

The Synod Moderator was especially delighted to spend a morning with coffee and excellent gluten free brownies Infuse Community Cafe at Rutherglen United Reformed Church. The cafe is a new partnership project giving young adults with additional support needs the opportunity to run the cafe as part of a course at Glasgow Clyde College. The students bake the cakes at college and then are involved in serving customers teas and coffees, and are involved in clearing up and doing the dishes. The cafe also links with The M Factor, a youth group for young adults with additional support needs which also meets at Rutherglen URC. These new partnerships are part of the Community Ministry at the church to which John Sanderson was inducted in September 2025. Members of the congregation are aming those supporting the cafe which runs on the last Wednesday of the month.

26/05/2026

23/05/2026

🕊 Prayers for Peace
⏰Sunday 24 May at 7pm
📣 With Amira Mussallam, Resource Development Officer at and Head of
Unarmed Civilian Protection in Palestine

Join us online on Sunday night to hear from Amira to pray for all who are suffering in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory.

Sign up via: christianaid.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/prayers-for-peace\

Further info: [email protected]

23/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who presented and participated in our first Synod mini-gathering of the year. Together we reflected on the values of the Scottish Mace as values for discipleship with workshops on Living with Integrity, Compassion's Call, Disability Justice and Intergenerational Wisdom. Thanks also to Rutherglen United Reformed Church for hosting us. The remaining mini-gatherings are at Dunfermline United Reformed Church on Saturday 30th May and Nairn United Reformed church on Saturday 8th August. To book in for either please contact Gemma on [email protected]