The URC National Synod of Scotland

Life, death and taxes were all on the agenda when the Synod’s programme committees gathered in June for their annual joint meeting.
A special focus at the meeting in Glasgow was given to the Synod’s aspirations and how these could be achieved through the work of the various committees.
The Church & Society committee discussed end of life issues, as well as receiving an update on the Robin Hood Tax Campaign for a banking transaction tax.
Church & Society also congratulated Coaltown of Balgonie URC on becoming the first church in the Synod to receive an award from Eco-Congregation Scotland, and to Helensburgh URC, which in quick succession became the second succcesful church.
A lack of use of the Synod Mission Fund – which was set up to fund training for lay people – was discussed by the Church Life committee, although it was noted that the Inverurie Mission Trust was being well-utilised.
The Children & Youth Ministry committee discussed relations between the Synod, Fury and the Youth Forum and also the children’s programme for the Synod Gathering at Perth Racecourse on Saturday 18 June 2011.
Relations between the Synod and its partners in Cuba and Hungary were discussed by the Ecumenical & World Church committee.
You can find out more about the work of the Synod’s committees by visiting the Our Work pages.

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