Conference Programme header
Our children: education or Indoctrination - Video
The video recording of this conference is now available. More ...
Arthur itinerary
Pastor embarks on 8-city tour.
At a moment of significant political change, a Scottish pastor has felt called to speak to the across the nation. More ...
Header
Our children: education or indoctrination
An online conference to look at what our children are being taught and how to protect them. More ...
Solemn Assembly
A 'Covenant Call' to a Solemn Assembly
A Scottish pastor has felt a prompt from the Lord to cry out to Him on the anniversary of the signing of the National Covenant. More ...
The Editor
Education Our Children
Education - Our Children: an online conference in 2020
A section to discuss the issue of what is being taught to children in our schools. More ...
The New Blasphemies
The Scottish Government is replacing an out-dated law on blasphemy but intending replacing it with new draconian legislation. DAR speaks out. More ...
Into 2020
Plunging into a new year, the imperatives for and constraints against preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ have both ramped up considerably. More ...
A Grain of Sand
A blog written by "An insomniac Scots Calvinist [who] looks at the Church and the world and wonders where it all went wrong." More ...
The Dilemma for Democracy
The Political Pendulum and the Wrecking Ball More ...
Mayor questioned on street preacher arrest
The London Mayor Sadiq Khan has been questioned about the arrest and de-arrest of a Christian street preacher and freedom of speech. More ...
'In or out?' is the wrong question.
Even mature Christians are arguing the case on entirely the wrong grounds. More ...
Government and Police bias against Christians
Actions by the government and the police in the UK at both institutional and 'street' level illustrate double standards regarding Islam and Christianity. More ...
Into 2019
An open letter to whomsoever might be interested to read it. More ...
'Big Ticket' prayer points for the UK (and beyond?)
...and the vital importance of discerning the will of God in corporate intercession. More ...
Into 2018
An open letter on 31 December 2017 to fellow citizens of the United Kingdom. A letter which I would be delighted not to have written. More ...
Did the cock crow that morning?
In the tarnished arena of politics the dilemma for the Christian is how to bring Christian influence to the world without becoming polluted by the world. More ...
The Fifth Column and Feeding the Crocodile
Since 9/11 we have seen attack after attack being waged against civilisations and countries by those who shelter within them. The policies adopted to deal with these acts of violence are not working. More ...
The EU - the nature of the beast?
The European Union can be analysed and debated from a variety of different perspectives - political, historical, cultural, economic. But it is only from a spiritual perspective that it can be truly understood. More ...
The EU; a history of our future
A former Russian dissident and political prisoner speaks candidly of his past experience and his perception of what is happening in Europe. More ...
EU architect would welcome God or the Devil.
A former Belgian Prime Minister who was one of the founding fathers of the European Union spoke 'prophetically' into the current climate surrounding the EU and the economic chaos. The prospect is chillingly real. More ...
When the lights go out in Europe
In 2008 Geert Wilders, the controversial Dutch politician, businessman and film-maker recently gave a speech in New York highlighting the dangers to Europe posed by Islam. More ...
The Next Phase of European Power Politics
Stratfor's Adriano Bosoni suggests: "Berlin's recent behaviour therefore raises questions about the future of the distribution of power in Europe." More ...
An Empire Strikes Back; Germany and Greece Crisis
George Friedman looks at the "desparate battle" between Germany and Greece where the former "struck with a vengance". More ...
Europe: When the Unthinkable Becomes Possible
George Friedman looks at the 'steady erosion' of the political systems within many EU contries. More ...
British Elections and the State of Europe
Stratfor's George Friedman looks from across the Atlantic at how the 2015 UK General Election and the rise of nationalism is impacting on the EU. More ...
Thy Will be done on Earth...
Prior to the 2014 Referendum there was an uncertainty amongst intercessors in knowing how to pray. With the general election looming, it’s not much different now. More ...
Democracy under serious threat
The SNP top duo conspicuously failed to attend a service of reconciliation on Sunday following the Scottish referendum outcome. More ...
The Origins and Implications of the Scottish Referendum
Stratfor's George Friedman looks at European history and suggests that the referendum could re-ignite latent but potent tensions abroad; even creating global instability. More ...
A nation and nations divided
What future for Scotland? More ...
Where Catholicism, Islam and Orthodoxy meet
George Friedman looks at the geo-politics of a region which - like the Balklans - is at important religious and political crossroads; and could, like the Balkans, become combustible. More ...
The Middle East and Christian Politics
The recent Greenbelt Festival illustrates the extent to which 'Christian' humanitarian aid groups are being led more by media headlines than the Bible in interpreting the days in which we live. More ...
Christians and Politics: an analysis
A recurring question concerns the differing views on whether or not Christians should become invovlved in the poltical process: much is determined by pre-suppositional theology. More ...
Pro-Children Pro-Marriage campaign attacked
A poster campaing illustrating that 'gay marriage' will lead to a cut in the link between children and any natural parents has been 'run off the road'. More ...
Christians and Politics; a debate
With governments increasingly adopting policies and forming legislation which run contrary to the Christian ethic the question of direct Christian involvement in political issues is increasingly creating debate. What do you think? More ...
MSP states his position on same-sex marriage
In advance of the vote in the Scottish Parliament on same-sex marriage John Mason MSP - a committed Christian - outlines his position. More ...
MSP says 'faith isn't a private thing'
Highland MSP Dave Thompson says that faith is not to be hidden away; and that politicians should articulate what they believe in spiritual matters. More ...
SCP - Spring 2013 Conference
The Scottish Christian Party warmly invites all those who are interested in the Christian influence within the political realm to its Spring 2013 conference in Inverness. More ...
Turkey's Geographic Challenge
Stratfor examines how Turkey is attempting to expand its core into the eastern part of the country and how this affects the region. More ...
Christian Freedoms in the UK?
A response to yesterday's rulings by the European Court of Human Rights which ruled against three out of four Christian regarding exercising their faith in the workplace. More ...
European Court to decide on Christian 'Freedoms'
The limits to which British Christians are free to manifest their faith in the public square will be determined by Judges sitting in the European Court in Strasbourg. More ...
Syria: a fight to the death?
In 1982 Hafez al-Assad, the President of Syria used the military to murderous ends in order to suppress an uprising by the Muslim Brotherhood in the city of Hama. The memories are still very fresh. More ...
Only one week left to respond to prostitution consultation.
CARE for Scotland are inviting their supporters to lend their weight to Rhoda Grant's proposed bill to reduce human trafficking and prostitution. There is only one week left to respond. More ...
UK Government to allow same-sex marriage in churches
Prime Minister David Cameron has broken his promise not to allow same-sex ‘marriages’ to take place in churches. More ...
Cardinal O'Brien continues same-sex opposition
In an opinion article in yesterday's Mail on Sunday newspaper, Cardinal Keith O'Brien raised a range of "fears and concerns' over the Scottish Government's Same Sex Marriage plans. More ...
Christians and Politics
An earlier article looked generally and briefly at three different theological worldviews in relation to the political domain: this follow-on article looks at the outworking. More ...
Sturgeon faces protesters while Salmond slips in side door
Around 200 people joined in a 'Scotland for Marriage' protest outside Renfrew Town Hall yesterday as the Scottish Cabinet arrived for a public meeting. More ...
Cardinal states Marriage should be Sustained not Subverted
In a strongly-worded message the Roman Catholic Church in Scotland has again attacked the Scottish Governments proposals to introduce same-sex marriage. The Church is also inaugurating a 'National Marriage Sunday'. More ...
Is Greece European?
Once a mighty empire and influence in world history Greece finds itself in economic turmoil and questioning where the countries fits in the geo-political domain. More ...
Christian Party Mayor elected in Wales
The Christian Party in Wales has become the first faith-based political party in the UK to win a mayoral election. More ...
Nationalist MSP breaks ranks with his party
Dave Thompson, an MSP in the Scottish Nationalist Party has reaffirmed his opposition to his party's intentions to introduce same-sex marriage. In so doing he is putting his neck on the line. More ...
Towards a theology of politics
In our modern, rapidly-changing and complex world there are differing responses to Christian engagement and interaction with the surrounding socio-political environment. More ...
Scotland for Marriage say it's not over yet.
In a message to its supporters the Scottish grouping which has come together to oppose the introduction of same-sex marriage outline its intention to fight on. "Stick with us" is the plea. More ...
Dear Mr. Salmond
Could I take this opportunity to express my thoughts and concerns regarding the current proposals to legislate for same-sex 'marriage'. More ...
Revolution or Revival
Our country stands in a very dangerous position. The disillusionment with all that we are seeing and reading is creating a 'tinder-box' situation in which anything could happen. More ...
Scotland for marriage: a meeting report
David Masson reports on a recent meeting in Inverness where representatives from national Christian organisations spoke into the current situation and debate on the proposals to introduce same-sex marriage. More ...
Standing up for marriage
A joint meeting of CARE, EA and CI to bring an update on the Scotland for Marriage campaign in respect of the proposal to introduce same-sex marriage. More ...
The Death of Democracy
Is the cross-party determination in both Holyrood and Westminster governments an indication that a form of parliamentary dictatorship is becoming evident? More ...
Rising tide of 'militant secularisation' in Britain
In a speech delivered at the Vatican a high-profile Muslim Peer will emphasise her view that Britian and other European countries need to become more confident and more comfortable in their Christianity. More ...
From a sovereign about The Sovereign
If there was ever a 'Christmas message' by the present Queen Elizabeth II that spoke of her personal faith then the most recent must rank very high. But what of the future..?? More ...
A resurgent spirit on mainland Europe?
In what has been described as a 'game-changing' event, the recent EU summit aimed at addressing the financial calamity facing the Eurozone is perhaps leading to a repeat of a little-known event at the close of the Second World War. More ...
Fife fellowship writes to Presiding Officer
A Christians Together site member is part of the Mustard Seed Fellowship in Glenrothes. His church has written to the Scottish Parliament in response to the current same-sex marriage consultation. More ...
'Scotland for Marriage' Rally at Holyrood
Cardinal Keith O’Brien, former SNP leader Gordon Wilson, and Ann Allen of the Church of Scotland will be the keynote speakers at a rally outside the Scottish Parliament to launch a new pro-marriage coalition. More ...
Lewis churches input to same-sex consultation
The Lewis Presbytery of the Church of Scotland has sent a submission to the Scottish Government Consultation on Same Sex ‘Marriage’ 2011. More ...
Christian Party speaks on same-sex marriage
The Scottish Christian Party held a press conference in Inverness to outline the Party's response to the Scottish Government' consultation on same-sex marriage; and the implications of the proposal. More ...
Highland MSP affirms value of the Bible
In the 400th anniversary year of the King James Bible, Dave Thompson MSP led the debate in the Scottish Parliament as the 'People's Bible' was presented in Westminster Abbey. More ...
Protesting Christianity
With the increase in antagonism towards biblical Christianity in the UK (and beyond) so the questions – philosophical, ethical and theological – of church/state relationships and Christian protest arise. More ...
SNP millionaire-supporters against same-sex plans
Two of Scotland's most wealthy and well-known businessmen supporters of the SNP have spoken out publicly against the party's declared support for same-sex marriage. More ...
Ruth Davidson to lead Scottish Conservatives
The Scottish Conservative Party has chosen former BBC journalist Ruth Davidson to lead their party in Scotland beating Murdo Fraser MSP who has been the Deputy Leader under former leader Annabel Goldie. More ...
President Salmond of Scotland?
Recently-agreed constitutional changes relating to the rules of succession and religious allegiance of the UK monarch, could create an opportunity for those working towards an independent republican Scotland. More ...
Bishop writes on same-sex consultation
The Episcopal Primus The Most Reverend David Chillingworth has posted his views on the current same-sex marriage consultation. More ...
Catholics and the Free Church standing together
As the Roman Catholic Church steps up its campaign against same-sex marriage, the Free Church of Scotland adds its voice to the debate and consultation. More ...
Churches' responses to same-sex consultation
Responses from the Roman Catholic Church in Scotland and the Church of Scotland respectively to the consultation on same-sex marriages More ...
John Mason MSP on civil partnerships debate
John Mason explains why he is 'perfectly relaxed about civil partnerships in the context of a forthcoming consultation on gay marriage. More ...
Serving two masters
In many areas of life the Christian believer finds him/herself in positions of conflicting loyalties; the political battleground is strewn with compromise, capitulation and double standards. More ...
Alex Salmond being boxed in by God?
It would seem that Alex Salmond is being forced to come off the fence regarding homosexuality as John Mason MSP sings off a different hymn sheet from some of his fellow nationalists. More ...
Geert Wilders cleared of 'hate speech' charges
Geert Wilders the Dutch politician who speaks out against the influence of Islam on Dutch public life has been cleared for charges against him relating to incitement and hate speech. More ...
PM believes Christianity and politics mix
David Cameron believes Britain is a Christian country and says he cannot understand why there is any debate over Christian political involvement. More ...
Top Judge calls for review of Family Law
High Court Judge Sir Paul Coleridge has issued a call for an Independent Commission into the state of Family Law in the UK. More ...
Scottish electorate rush to nationalist party
In the current elections for the Scottish Parliament mass defections from particularly the Liberal Democrats but also from the Labour party sees Scotland as a nation now clearly under the governance of the Scottish Nationalist Party. More ...
Lib/Lab advocate 'gay marriage' in churches
Labour and the Lib Dems in Scotland have committed themselves to changing the law so that civil partnerships could be held in Scottish churches. More ...
Hustings meeting: questions to candidates
A pre-election hustings meeting is scheduled as an opportunity to hear directly from candidates as they respond to questions put to them in advance of the forthcoming Scottish Parliament elections. More ...
CARE calls for church-based hustings
In the run-up to the forthcoming Scottish Elections in May this year (2011), a new CARE report says that church-based hustings are still as important as ever. More ...
Churches unite around forthcoming election
Christian churches and organisations in Scotland have come together to launch a new website in the run-up to the forthcoming Scottish Parliament elections in May. More ...
Blair and Warren: a deadly duo for peace
Tony Blair's courtship of American leaders is paying off for him. The former British Prime Minister is 'guest lecturer' at the seventh Saddlyback Civil Forum on Sunday, 6 March which will discuss "Jesus' Peace Plan". More ...
Wilberforce Academy: a great opportunityClick here to listen to audio
Christian students and young professionals with a passion to serve Christ in law, politics, education, media, arts and business are invited to apply for a place at the Wilberforce Academy. More ...
Beware the threat to Freedom of Speech
Christian Concern highlight the increasing use of new restrictive legislation which is being selectively applied to limit the traditional freedoms of speech in the UK More ...
Christian Institute speaking in the Highlands
This last week member of the Christian Institute addressed well-attended meetings in both Thurso and Inverness speaking on a range of issues in political and public life which are a concern to Christians. More ...
Media Group fight for Christian Freedoms
PREMIER CHRISTIAN MEDIA has issued proceedings against the Government in the High Court over an issue of Christian freedoms. More ...
Scottish Christian Party: Questions and Answers
Dr. Donald Boyd who stood as a candidate for the Scottish Christian Party in the 2010 General Election responds to questions about the SCP. More ...
Should Christians be involved in politics?
Some Christian groupings believe that as followers of Christ belong to a better world they should not be involved in the political scene. Others think differently. More ...
Plans to abolish the Act of Settlement
The coalition government has shelved plans to abolish the Act of Settlement. Repeal of this Act would fundamentally influence how we are governed under God. More ...
Dutch Freedom Party shock outcome
The Dutch national election outcome is dominated by the impact of the Freedom Party’s success in more than doubling its seats in parliament whilst the Christian Democrats are ousted. More ...
Christian candidates draw the votes
Christian Candidates drew a significant number of votes in the Highalds and Islands, beating the Lib Dems in one constituency and the Greens in another. More ...
Beyond the Election
The extent of Britain's national debt and the scale of the problem that the new government – in whatever form it takes – will be faced with. More ...
A Snapshot of Scotland at Election Time
A series of snapshots taken in Scotland's capital city, illustrate some of the principle facets of and challenges facing the nation in the run-up to the 2010 General Election. More ...
Local GP stands as SCP candidate in 2010
Donald Boyd, an Inverness General Practitioner is standing as a candidate for the Scottish Christian Party at the forthcoming 2010 General Election. More ...
Assisted suicide and euthanasia: are you concerned?
Consideration of Margo Macdonald MSP's End of Life Assistance (Scotland) Bill ends on 12 May. Bill Baird of CARE Scotland urges: "Write now". More ...
Election 2010: Hustings meeting in Moray
An open election hustings organised by Moray churches to allow the electorate the opportunity to question the candidates standing for the seat. More ...
Election 2010: Hustings meeting in Inverness
Local churches are holding a Hustings Event for the Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey Consitutuency. Send in your questions. More ...
General Election 2010 Resources
Links to organisations and resources for the forthcoming General Election 2010 More ...
Launch of Declaration of Christian Conscience
Thirty senior Christian leaders, including a former Archbishop of Canterbury, launched a Christian Manifesto on Easter Sunday entitled Westminster 2010. There is an opportunity to sign. More ...
Awake, Arise O Church Conference
A conference in London saw Baroness Cox and legal experts call Christians to stand up and make their voices heard by those who govern our nation. More ...
Banking: the future is Halal
Western leaders have responded to the credit crisis by borrowing Islamic finance and thus rendering their countries captive to Shari'a rules and regulations. More ...
Fight to save Beechwood House from closure
Are publicly-funded agencies acting against the long-term public interest in their refusal to provide support funding for the Beechwood House alcohol unit? More ...
Seduced by prospects of political power?
As we move towards a General Election and the UK moves steadily further away from Christian values, are we seeing a US-style politicised Christianity emerging? More ...
Do Faith and Politics mix?
As a General Election approaches, columnist James Knight asks how far should Christians delve into the world of politics and what effects their influence might have. More ...
General Election 2010
With a General Election pending this is an opportunity to post information which could help fellow Christians decide on where to place their cross on polling day. More ...
Victory in Lords over Equality Bill
In a humilating defeat for Harriet Harman's Equality Bill, Peers voted 216 to 178 in favour of Lady O’Cathain’s amendment to retain existing legislation. More ...
General Election alert: making the Cross count!
With a General Election looming both local and national churches and organisations are gearing up. Ian Ross and Bill Baird are two who are getting going. More ...
Art Teacher writes to Lord Waddington
A retired art teacher has written to Lord Waddington to express his support and his concern over the implications of the proposed Equality Bill. More ...
It's simply the arithmetic!
As ethic demographics change rapidly Christians have a great opportunity to share the love of Christ with those of different cultures. But time is running out. More ...
The minarets won't come to the mountains
The Swiss vote to support a ban on minarets has been decried by politicians and pundits alike. But the outcome embodies a growing unease. More ...
Preacher says: 'No, Mr. President'.
Christian preacher John Piper faces up to Barak Obama's backing for new legislation offering government financial support for abortion More ...
The Lisbon Treaty: whose plan?
The Lisbon Treaty which many regard as an EU Constitution in disguise has now been ratified. Brian Ross ponders the development in the context of God's greater purposes. More ...
Forced Prostitution Vote: November 3 or 5
CARE are urging Christians to write to their representatives is support of pending legislation which is designed to protect the mis-treatment of women in the face of increasind demand for paid sex in the UK. More ...
New EU legislation threat to Christian liberty
A law expert explains how new EU legislation could criminalise Christians on the basis of third parties claiming to be 'harrassed'. More ...
Who is God's choice to stand in the gap?
The recent introduction of Sunday sailings to Lewis has brought the issue of Christian input to public and political affairs into sharper focus, and candidate selection is a vital and unanswered question. More ...
Churches to be forced to employ gays
Churches and other Christian groups will be forced to employ practising gays, transsexuals and civil partners under the Government’s new Equality Bill. More ...
An Israeli PM goes to Washington - again
If you know anyone out there on planet earth who thinks that there is a simple two-state solution for Israeli/Palestinian politics, please point them to this report. More ...
Church and State; who's boss?  
Throughout the centuries there has been a continuing power struggle between Emperors and Popes, Kings and churches - and it could surface again. More ...
The need for a New World Order
At the recent G20 summit and following the meltdown in the world's financial system, leaders are increasingly planning openly for a New World Order. More ...
Christians and Politics; one young preacher's views
With the increasing hostility of public policy to Godly living, the question of Christian engagement with the politic process is rising on the agenda. More ...
Highland pastor's wife to stand in By-election
The wife of an Inverness pastor is to stand as a Scottish Christian Party candidate in the forthcoming by-election for Inverness West Ward. More ...
'Curfews' in the Highlands to tackle rising crime
Rising levels of public disorder including violent and criminal behaviour is obliging police in the North of Scotland to introduced a quasi-curfew system to control rising crime. More ...
Car repair cost could rocket if the EU has its way
Pending changes in EU laws could see car owners across the member nations - especially in rural areas like the Highlands and Islands - facing rocketing costs for car repair. More ...
Anarchists, humanists and religionists united
The current unrest is seeing Christian organisations getting into dangerous alliances with those who are - to one degree or another - enemies of the Gospel. More ...
Calls for a new global currency
In the context of the present worldwide economic crisis the calls for a new global currency are emerging from a variety of different and significant sources. More ...
Scottish Christian politics: is the party over?
The last election is 2 years past; the next one is looming. Is the notion of a Scottish Christian party a viable response to a nation increasingly devoid of salt and light? More ...
Dutch MP determined to come to Britain
A Dutch politician and party leader has been told by the British Government that he can't enter the country as he represents a "threat to social cohesion". More ...
Write to your elected representative
It has never been easier to contact those who are elected to represent us. Link to Write to Them for a list of MPs, MSPs and local councillors. More ...
Rick Warren's prayer at Obama's inauguration
Pastor Rick Warren prays at the inauguration ceremony of Barak Obama as the incoming 44th President of the United States of America. More ...
Strathclyde fireman wins 'landmark' case
A Strathclyde fireman has won his legal battle against his bosses after he was punished for refusing to take part in a ‘gay pride’ march. More ...
Euro Parliament calls for abortion and gay marriage
The European Parliament has passed a resolution which calls for abortion rights and ‘gay marriage’ to be promoted throughout the EU. More ...
Warren to pray at Obama inauguration
Rick Warren has been invited to pray at the inauguration of Barak Obama. Many will be listening closely to the pastor's words. More ...
MSPs say keep oral sex unlawful for under-16s
Gordon MacDonald of CARE for Scotland has argued successfully that Government plans to legalise oral sex for children as young as 13 should be scrapped. More ...
The cost of naked greed
Gordon Gecko's "Greed is good" culture in the banking system is costing lives whilst corporate financiers fail to answer the most obvious and basic of questions. More ...
Word from the Lord was rare in those days
A Conservative Shadow Secretary has written of his sadness regarding the spiritual 'famine' in Scotland, and the "hunger in the lives of men". More ...
American election - the most important letter..
Concerning the forthcoming presidential election, American pastor Dutch Sheets writes what he considers to be "the most important letter of [his] life More ...
The CARE Leadership Programme
Care are currently looking for Christian young people who are interested in the Leadership Programme which is due to run from Sept 2009 - July 2010. More ...
Ian Paisley calls for repentance over crash
Rt. Hon. Rev. Ian Paisley, the outspoken MP from Northern Ireland, has called the government to repentance over the current financial crash. More ...
SCP Highland Annual Conference 2008
The Scottish Christian Party is (d.v.) to hold its 2008 Highland Conference in Inverness. The conference will focus on progress to date and development issues. More ...
Where is our faith?
The current crisis in the financial world presents both a challenge and an opportunity. God has said: "I will shake all things." As Christians, how do we respond? More ...
Christians seen as 'tainted' says Archbishop
Christian groups are seen as "tainted" by Government and by other funding agencies warns Dr. John Sentamu, the second-highest figure in the Anglican Church. More ...
Who is Sarah Palin?
What do we know about the Governor of Alaska and the woman who has been appointed as running mate to Senator John McCain in the US presidential elections? More ...
Big brother could be standing next to you
The extension of police powers to other agencies and the extent to which members of the public are being used and encouraged to report fellow citizens is an alarming trend. More ...
Parliamentary Prayer Update 4 June 2008
An update from Anne McIntyre and her team from Parliamentary Prayer Scotland bringing the latest news from the political scene in our nation More ...
Embryos Bill - a sad result
Colin Hart, the Director of the Christian Institute writes following the vote in the House of Commons on the Embryo Bill More ...
Parliamentary Prayer Update 21 May 2008
An update from the PPS Team concerning contemporary and relevant issues affecting the life of our nation. More ...
Rob Parsons to speak at Time for Reflection
Rob Parsons of Care for the Family is due to address the Scottish Parliament at Time for Reflection. The invitation comes through Mrs. Karen Gillon MP More ...
Story of last night's free speech victory
Free speech law victory in the House of Lords safeguards the liberty to preach the Gospel and protects against charges when speaking about homosexuality More ...
BBC and ITV taken to court by Christian candidate
A LONDON mayoral candidate is taking the BBC and ITV to the High Court for ‘censoring’ his Party Election Broadcasts in the run up to the May 1 elections. More ...
Prayer support and Bibles for Councillors
An offer of prayer support and a gift of Bibles to be presented to Highland Council members and chief officials by Lord Mackay has prompted a number of reactions. More ...
Survey by 3rd-year HTC Student
This is a survey being done by a 3rd-year student at the Highland Theological College. Please give a couple of minutes to give your answers and encourage the student concerned. More ...
Loyalist march phone calls to councillors probe
Two city councillors who publicly opposed the Loyalist march through the streets of Inverness have received allegedly intimidating phone calls. More ...
CARE under fire
The Christian organisation CARE has been attacked by a national newspaper with claims that the charity is illegally influencing MPs. More ...
Thumbing our noses at God
A scan of some of the latest news from the Christian Legal Centre will show us as a nation that is in open rebellion against the things of God. More ...
Sharia Law's need for supremacy
Sharia Law is underpinned by a theology which gives it supreme status. It is not intended as the partner to any other legal system, but its total replacement. More ...
Statement on the Archbishop's 'Sharia' views
A Statement from Rev. Dr. Clifford Hill on the Archbishop of Canterbury's recently expressed views regarding the incorporation of Sharia Law into Britain More ...
A 2008 update from Parliamentary Prayer team
Anne McIntyre of Parliamentary Prayer Scotland speaks about the year past, how to engage with prayer for the nation, and gives insights into the political scene More ...
Tony Blair - a man to watch
The UK's former Prime Minister is in the process of building credentials in a wide variety of important political and religious spheres. More ...
He who pays the piper..
Many Christian organisations are turning to secular sources of money to finance their operations. This practice can compromise ethics and create huge problems. More ...
SCP Inverness monthly meetings
Monthly meetings of the Inverness Branch of the Scottish Christian Party - All interested parties most welcome More ...
Wording of gay speech crime
The Christian Institute and the Lawyers Christian Fellowship (LCF) are concerned about inadequate protection for free speech More ...
Abortion, euthanasia and the SCP
On the 40th anniversary of the Abortion Act 1967 and since then, 6.7 million abortions have taken place; and the BMA are now giving no lead in the euthanasia debate More ...
Ex magistrate begins appeal
An ex-magistrate who failed to get an exemption from hearings in which he might have to place children with gay couples is beginning an appeal. More ...
A litany of offensive legislation
In 2006 the Western Isles Council in Scotland received hate mail and death threats because its registrars refused, on moral grounds, to conduct civil partnership ceremonies. More ...
In one hour....
The queues of anxious investors outside Northern Rock branches could be a prophetic picture of what lies ahead..... More ...
SOR Northern Ireland update
A High Court ruling in Northern Ireland has quashed legislation which could have aversely affected Christian witness. The case was brought by the Christian Institute and some NI churches More ...
Building relationships with politicians
A "CARE" guide to "connecting" with those who are elected by the people for the people. More ...
SCP - Highland Annual Conference 2007
Post-election feedback, consultation, Q and A, preparation for AGM and next Election. Morning and afternoon sessions. All welcome! More ...
Threats to freedom to witness
The Discrimination Law Revue could have a massive impact on the freedom for Christians and others to say what they believe without fear of prosecution. More ...
Kirking of the Council put on ice
Inverness Provost Bob Wynd has stated that the Kirking of the Council would in future go into abeyance until the start of the next council four-yearly cycle in 2011. More ...
Concern over 'Public Benefit' testClick here to listen to audio
Churches and Christian organisations could be seriously and financially impacted by proposed legislation relating to the operation of charitable bodies. More ...
Election results in the Highlands and Islands
A summary from the BBC's web site of the election results for the Highlands and Islands area. More ...
Post-election observations, thoughts and feelings
The election is over; the results are in. Where to now for Christians in Scotland who might feel called to the arena of political activism? More ...
Scottish Christian Party
A new political party on the Scottish scene under the leadership of Rev. George Hargreaves is looking at fielding candidates for the May 2007 elections. More ...