Welcome to The Blog

Prof Adam Cumming, our chairperson, reflects on the recent AGM of the Scottish Pilgrim Routes Forum, of which he is also a Trustee.

Maj Jamie Erskine reflects upon the exploits of his illustrious kinsman the Rev Ebenezer Erskine and the First Secession

Prof Adam Cumming shares an account of a recent tour he made around some of Moray’s remarkable historic churches.

Our office team reviews “Modernist Churches of Scotland” by Matthew Dransfield, a gazetteer of churches built across Scotland’s central built in the third quarter of the 20th century.

Scotland’s Churches Trust offers its condolences to the Catholic community of Scotland and beyond on the death of Pope Francis

Chris Platt from Brechin Cathedral Trust blogs on the efforts being made to secure the long-term future of this medieval gem

Ethnomusicologist Dr Frances Wilkins reflects upon her recent work exploring and documenting the evocative and expressive Gaelic hymn and psalm tradition of Scotland.

The Rev R Gerald Jones reflects upon his long association with Straiton Parish Church and why it holds such a special place in its community

The Rev George Cringles reflects on the theology of “place” as a Highland church close to his heart closes for worship

The UK Govt has renewed the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme until 2026. What does this mean for Scottish Churches?