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About Church of Scotland
Church of Scotland (@churchofscotland) is a Religious organization creator on Instagram, also filed under Spirituality & Religion. The account has 6,425 followers and 1,801 published posts. Recent posts average 59 likes and 1 comment, an engagement rate of 1%.
Church of Scotland belongs to the nano tier, the band usually drawn between 1,000 and 10,000 followers. Church of Scotland follows 510 accounts, so the audience is roughly 13 times the size of the list followed. Church of Scotland uses an Instagram professional account. Flinque files Church of Scotland under Religious organization, with Spirituality & Religion as a secondary category.
The Instagram bio for Church of Scotland runs to 15 words. The latest activity Flinque has on record for Church of Scotland dates from May 2026.
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1,801 Posts
Of the 10 most recent posts shown for Church of Scotland, 8 are single images, 1 is a carousel and 1 is a video. That mix leans toward single images. Church of Scotland has built a substantial archive of 1,801 posts. Against the audience, that is roughly 3.6 followers for each post published. Church of Scotland also keeps 2 story highlights on the profile. All 10 carry captions, averaging 187 words each. The captions are written mainly in English. Words that recur across them include assembly, general, said, minister and people. The captions tag #church, #ga2026, #hope, #holyland and #christianity.
Rev Ian Gilmour, who turns 70 this year, and his daughter Jennifer cycled an incredible 320 miles from Edinburgh to John O’Groats, raising over £6,800 for vulnerable families in Kenya as part of Christian Aid Week 2026.
Their five-day journey was filled with challenges—steep climbs, strong winds, and unforgettable moments discovering Scotland’s beauty and wildlife. From Pitlochry to Carrbridge, and finally reaching the iconic signpost at John O’Groats, they persevered together.
“We learned so much about ourselves, Scotland, and its amazing flora and fauna—spotting 30 bird species along the way.” said Ian, locum minister at Greenbank Parish Church, Edinburgh.
The funds raised will support Christian Aid’s work in Nairobi, where families face daily struggles to feed their children. With help from Beacon of Hope, people are learning to grow fresh vegetables in small city spaces, offering hope and nourishment.
#Hope
#church
The role of Mission Partner and Minister of St Andrew's Memorial Church Jerusalem and Tiberias combines ministry, pastoral care, ecumenical and interfaith partnership-building, advocacy, and administration.
The minister will be responsible for the life, worship, and witness of the linked parish, leading services primarily in Jerusalem and, when needed, in Tiberias on the shores of the Sea of Galilee.
Read the full story and access the role spec and details on how to apply via the CofS website. Link in bio.
#Church
#HolyLand
A series of talks to highlight the unique Church of Scotland school are being held in churches in Edinburgh and in Dunblane next month.
Kate Freedman, development officer at Tabeetha School, will explain why it is a "living expression" of the Kirk's Christian witness in the Holy Land.
The English-speaking school educates children and young people from Christian, Jewish, Muslim and other backgrounds aged 4-18, helping to foster a greater understanding of humanity in a country where divisions are deep.
Described as a "living peace project", it enables more than 300 students of 35 nationalities to learn and grow side by side in mutual respect, dignity, and understanding.
The free-to-attend events are an opportunity for people to hear about the unique Christian school's mission to prepare younger generations to contribute to a more peaceful and hopeful society in the Holy Land.
Kate, a former head of the primary school at Tabeetha, said: "Every day, Christian, Jewish and Muslim children and young people learn side by side in an atmosphere of respect, friendship and shared purpose.
"In a region often defined by division, Tabeetha quietly models what peaceful co-existence can look like.
"Having taught there for five years, I saw firsthand how pupils form genuine friendships despite differences.
"The school does not ignore the complexities of the world around it, but it gives them the tools to respond with empathy rather than fear - that is why it matters."
#Peace #Hope #Coexistence #HolyLand
#GA2026
Rev Dr Alistair May took an oath of office in front of commissioners this afternoon, becoming only the 41st person to be called to the role since 1572.
Thanking the General Assembly for placing its trust in him, he described his appointment as "humbling and daunting" at the same time.
The role of the Principal Clerk includes advising the Assembly and the Moderator on church law, practice and procedure.
They also support the Moderator throughout the year, serving as the Kirk’s ambassador at home and abroad, and provide training courses and advice on church law and procedures to kirk sessions, presbyteries, ministers, and other church bodies.
Rt Rev Gordon Kennedy, Moderator of the General Assembly, said: "To be the Principal Clerk is to exercise a ministry of support, representation and leadership within and beyond the life of the Kirk.
"It is a vocation where faith and theology, practice and procedure are held together in service of the Church of Scotland."
The Moderator congratulated Dr May on behalf of the Assembly and offered prayers for him and his ministry.
Dr May said: “I want to thank the Assembly for putting its trust in me in calling me to be its Principal Clerk.
“It is humbling, and at the same time daunting; however, I am reassured by three things.
“First, the expressions of support and promises of prayer, which I have received from across our broad church.
“I hope my email box is never as full in post as it was when the announcement went out (in February 2026).
“I also hope that these greetings might come with subsequent gifts of patience and forgiveness.
“Second, I have the reassurance that I will be working with a first-rate team in the Department of the General Assembly.
“Third, as you have reminded us, we serve a King who is strong and victorious where we are weak and failing."
#GA2026 #Church #God
Group Captain (Ret'd) Andrew Tait said chaplains supported military personnel across the armed forces, caring for them morally, pastorally and spiritually.
The convener of the Committee on Chaplains to HM Forces, said: "There is war in Europe, tension in the Persian Gulf and many other conflicts and hotspots around the world.
"Some informed commentators believe this country is closer to major conflict than it has been for many years.
"As a result, the men and women of his Majesty's Armed Forces are preparing like never before to meet whatever demands the Government and the country ask of them.
"Chaplains stand alongside the people of the Services wherever they go and whatever they do, to support them and care for them morally, pastorally and spiritually."
Read the full story on the CofS website, link in bio.
#GA2026 #Church #Chaplains #Military #Service
He attended the second day of the Church's annual gathering in Edinburgh and met the new Moderator of the General Assembly, the Rt Rev Gordon Kennedy, and Lord High Commissioner Lady Elish Angiolini, the King's representative to the General Assembly.
Mr Kennedy, who was elected Moderator on Friday, welcomed the First Minister, saying: "We thank you for your presence and we are glad to renew our promise to pray and support all our MSPs
"We are grateful we live in a nation where we can have elections which we can all take part in and we want to thank you and all the candidates for the debates we had which informed us and helped shape our participation in the election process.
"It's good this is the kind of community we live in, that we can share together in the political process."
"Be assured of our good wishes as you seek to serve all the people of Scotland."
Mr Swinney praised the historic and important role of the Church in shaping modern Scotland and said it continued to make an important contribution to the nation.
The First Minister said: "I was honoured to attend this year's General Assembly, and to meet the new Moderator and the Lord High Commissioner. The Scottish Government's relationship with the Church of Scotland is very important to me – it is an historic institution that has profoundly shaped our country and the values that guide us.
"By building cohesion between our diverse faith and belief communities, promoting social justice and helping many of our most vulnerable people, the Church continues to make important and valued contributions to the civic life of our nation."
#GA2026 #Church
They have been urged to deepen their relationship with Him through Scripture, prayer and discipleship – and rebuild His church.
A report presented to the General Assembly by Rev Scott MacRoberts said that even in a time of disappointment, lament and frustration at a decline in membership of more than one million since the 1950s, its people have a "profound calling to proclaim and serve the Gospel".
They can live in the hope that fruitful opportunities to fulfil this calling are abundant and will continue to arise as there is a new curiosity about Jesus emerging in Scotland.
Prepared by the Theological Forum and the Faith Action Programme Leadership Team (FAPLT), it says there are now "whole generations who have not heard the Gospel, and who are respectful of spiritual ideas and receptive to fresh insights".
The news comes as new figures show there were 3,292 professions of faith in the Church of Scotland between 2021-2025, with 820 in 2025.
In an engaged and impassioned debate in the Assembly Hall, Rev Craig Dobney, minister of Comrie linked with Dundurn Parish Churches in Perthshire, said: "This church is not in decline, if we have one person in the whole of the Church of Scotland that comes to Christ every year, that's growth.
"Now, I know for a fact, in the Church of Scotland, we've got dozens and dozens and dozens of people coming to Jesus each year.
"So, I would like this to be the last Assembly where we ever mention the word decline, and start to focus upon, embrace and enjoy the growth that's taking place in our churches."
Read the full story on the CofS website, link in bio.
#GA2026 #Church #Christianity #JesusChrist
Lady Elish Angiolini, who was appointed Lord High Commissioner last year, told the annual gathering which opened in Edinburgh today that their invaluable work did not go unnoticed.
And she praised the efforts of people across society who embraced the message from the parable of the Good Samaritan and showed great bravery in helping others including victims of crime.
Lady Elish, a former Solicitor General and Lord Advocate of Scotland, said: "I am conscious of addressing an audience largely made up of those whose lives are dedicated to the welfare of others, including strangers.
"Though much of your work takes place quietly and without fanfare, please know that we see it.
"We know of the kindness and patience you show unhesitatingly, and you have our profound thanks, and love, for all that you do.
"May God bless your deliberations and the work of the Kirk in the year ahead."
Read the full story on the CofS website, link in bio.
#GA2026 #Church #Christianity #Edinburgh #Scotland
Church of Scotland's engagement
Church of Scotland's engagement rate on Instagram is 1%, between 1% and 3%, or 1 to 3 likes and comments per 100 followers. On a typical post that comes to about 1 like or comment for every 100 followers. Likes outnumber comments by roughly 59 to 1, with 59 likes and 1 comment on an average post, so most reactions are taps rather than replies.
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- 1
- Interactions : followers
- 1 : 100
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Who is Church of Scotland?
Church of Scotland (@churchofscotland) is a Religious organization creator on Instagram, also filed under Spirituality & Religion. Church of Scotland uses an Instagram professional account. The Instagram bio for Church of Scotland runs to 15 words.
How many followers does Church of Scotland have?
Church of Scotland has 6,425 followers on Instagram (6.4K). Church of Scotland follows 510 accounts, so the audience is roughly 13 times the size of the list followed. Church of Scotland has built a substantial archive of 1,801 posts.
What is Church of Scotland's engagement rate?
Church of Scotland's engagement rate on Instagram is 1%, between 1% and 3%, or 1 to 3 likes and comments per 100 followers. On a typical post that comes to about 1 like or comment for every 100 followers. Likes outnumber comments by roughly 59 to 1, with 59 likes and 1 comment on an average post, so most reactions are taps rather than replies.
What does Church of Scotland post about on Instagram?
Flinque files Church of Scotland under Religious organization, with Spirituality & Religion as a secondary category. Of the 10 most recent posts shown for Church of Scotland, 8 are single images, 1 is a carousel and 1 is a video. The 10 recent Instagram captions Flinque holds for Church of Scotland repeatedly use the words assembly, general, said, minister and people. Church of Scotland's captions carry hashtags such as #church, #ga2026 and #hope. Church of Scotland writes those captions mainly in English. Church of Scotland keeps 2 story highlights, which open with a free Flinque account.
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