Past Events

CONFERENCE ONE STEP AT A TIME Tuesday, 17th September 2019 at The Place, York Place, Edinburgh FAITH IN OLDER PEOPLE is delighted that so many people have downloaded the learning resource on this issue and working together we want to share an opportunity to hear about the various elements in the resource and to enable participants to bring their own experiences. The conference will look at the key elements of supporting people, providing enabling spaces, thinking about worship and pastoral…

The role of the Churches in supporting people with end of life matters When faced with the reality of deteriorating health, caring responsibilities, death or bereavement, people need many things from the NHS and other formal services, and from their friends, families and communities. Though health and social care services play an important role, they are only part of the picture.  Education, workplace culture, family networks, the media, community support and access to information all play an important role in…

Talking About Mental Illness - how can churches respond?  Gill Yellowlees lives in the Scottish Borders where she worked as a psychiatrist with the NHS Mental Health for Older People's Team until her retirement in 2014.  She serves as an elder in the local Church of Scotland congregation and has trained in spiritual direction with the Epiphany Group. Faith in Older People is aware that mental health issues are increasingly important and that people living with mental illness and those…

We are delighted to announce that Dr Donald Macaskill, Chief Executive, Scottish Care will give the 2020 Malcolm Goldsmith Lecture entitled Human Rights and Spiritual Care. The Lecture will be followed by a wine and canape reception. Tickets are available to purchase now - click on the Eventbrite website link below.