Working together as people of faith for a just and inclusive Scotland

Belief in Dialogue : A Good Practice Guide                                                 

This publication has been produced by the Scottish Government and provides guidance on building good relations among and between religious and belief communities and individuals. It also provides practical examples for developing interaction and dialogue. Free copies are available from the office. It is also available to download here as a PDF.

Reflections of Life                                                                                               

This publication offers words of comfort and encouragement with prayers, poems and prose from 13 belief communities. It is a free resource produced by the NHS and the Scottish Inter Faith Council and is available from the office with a small fee for postage.

A Guide to Faith Communities in Scotland                                                  

To advance public knowledge and understanding of the teachings, traditions and practices of the different faith communities in Scotland, SIFC has produced the above booklet. Copies are available at the office or can be downloaded here.

Scottish Inter Faith Council Information Leaflet                                         

The latest version of the SIFC leaflet is available at the office. It can also be downloaded here.

  Youth Events Leaflet                                                                                         

The latest version of our leaflet outlining our youth events is available at the office or can be downloaded here.

Values in Harmony                                                                                              

Values in Harmony outlines the core ethical and moral values held in common across 11 faith and belief communities. It is available to download here.

Annual Report                                                                                                      

Our annual report gives an account of the work of the Scottish Inter Faith Council and is available to all members and interested bodies. The 2008 report is available to download here. Copies of our more recent reports are available at the office.

A Celebration of New Life                                                                                             This beautiful eight page booklet provides readings from seven faith traditions in Scotland on the theme of birth and new life. These were first presented at an inter faith service at the International Congress of Midwives in Glasgow in June 2008 and are a great gift and inspiration for new and expecting mothers. Free copies are available at our office. It can also be downloaded here.              

Our Sacred Earth                                                                                                 

This booklet was produced by our Global Exchange volunteers from the UK and Indonesia and our youth committee in 2006. It gives a comprehensive summary of ways in which faith communities can be more environmentally friendly. Hard copies are available at our office or can be download here.           

Religion and Belief Matters                                                                               

This document is an information resource for all healthcare staff and especially Equality / Diversity Officers, Healthcare Chaplains and other members of the Spiritual Care Team. The book is designed to promote an understanding of Religion and Belief in the NHS today. Copies are available from the office. The booklet can also be downloaded here.

Guidelines for Inclusive Civic Events                                                            

These guidelines have been prepared by the Scottish Inter Faith Council for use by national and local civic bodies and are available from our office.