Church of Scotland

British  

noun

1. the established church in Scotland, Calvinist in doctrine and Presbyterian in constitution

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Example Sentences

“You can say a lot against the Kirk”—the Church of Scotland—“and the Catholic Church,” Mr. Massie says.

From The Wall Street Journal

“As a boy I attended services in the Church of Scotland every Sunday, and we were made to learn the Bible—especially, as you would expect in a Presbyterian country, the Old Testament.”

From The Wall Street Journal

It was put on the market by the Church of Scotland earlier this year - one of several properties it is selling to cover rising costs amid shrinking congregations.

From BBC

The change has been driven by a sharp decline in the number of people describing themselves as being Church of Scotland or Roman Catholic.

From BBC

The Church of Scotland is "partially opposed" to the legislation becoming law, but says its official position is currently under review.

From BBC