Editorial
The editor sets the context for the articles to follow and, reflecting on the aims of the founders of the Society, proposes that it adopts a programme of serious study to begin its fourth half century.
Volume 46 2010-11
Liturgical Pluralism in a Mixed-Economy Church: Challenges facing the Church of England
Worship in the 1961 C of E is contrasted with the considerable variety to be found today. One change is the focus on mission and the realisation that ‘one size doesn’t fit all’. Without confessions, Anglican doctrine is enshrined in its worship. This makes it difficult to provide liturgy for a diverse church. The developments… Read More
Concerning Funeral Services
The writer discusses the relative desirability of an immediate funeral and a later event with better marks the life of the deceased. Expectations of funerals raised by film and television are discussed, which tend towards pomp and vulgarity. The dangers of adding to the basic service, with multiple contributions, are outlined. The funeral can double… Read More
At Butterfield’s Island Masterpiece
The Warden of the College of the Holy Spirit at the Cathedral of the Isles on the Isle of Cumbrae discusses the influence of the Oxford Movement in the establishment of the College, and outlines the early history of the College as a seminary for Episcopal priests. He reflects on the Movement’s influence on the… Read More
Kippen Parish Church
The Society’s Study Day at Kippen in 2011 prompts this reprint of an article in the Society’s Annual 1929-30 by the Rev J M Younie, the parish minister, when the renovation of the building was partially completed. The Editor has added material to bring the account up to date.
In Memoriam
John Fraser BEM Andrew Wylie Rosemary Hall
Secretarial Notes
Annual Meeting 2011, Study Day 2011, the forthcoming 150th anniversary, group on the Formation of Worship Leaders, Study Day 2012, the Website.