Presbytery News (page 3)

On the 14th of February, the Presbytery of the North East and the Northern Isles held a special service as part of the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland’s visit. Hosted by Inverurie West Church, the service featured the presentation of Long Service Certificates by the Rt Rev Dr Shaw Paterson. These certificates are awarded to…

The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland is embarking on the first leg of a tour across the Presbytery of the North East and the Northern Isles this week. Rt Rev Dr Shaw Paterson said he is very much looking forward to learning more about the life and work of the church in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and…

We are delighted to announce that Shapinsay Church, Orkney Islands Church of Scotland has been awarded an Eco-Congregation Scotland Silver Award in recognition of their work and commitment to caring for creation. Eco-Congregation Scotland is a movement of Scottish church congregations, of all denominations and none, committed to addressing environmental issues through their life and mission. (Please see their website…

Imagine yourself on a ship in the North Sea, somewhere between Aberdeen and Bergen. You’re caught up in a fierce storm: the wind is howling, and the waves tower above. The crew is on edge, but you are utterly frightened – this is your first job at sea. You’re shivering and can’t seem to get warm, as you are used…

This November, I had the opportunity to attend The Big Conversation: Faith, Worship and the Cornerstone of Christ. This was a conference sponsored by the Priority Areas Team in the Church of Scotland. It was a transformative gathering for those serving in Priority Areas and beyond. Over two days, attendees were offered a unique opportunity to hear from inspiring voices,…

The Friends of St Machar’s Cathedral published a book on the history of the Cathedral featuring over 150 stunning pictures and essays from a varied group of contributors. The charity was founded in 1971 by Rev Dr A. Stewart Todd, minister of the Cathedral for quarter of a century. Dr Todd’s forward thinking secured St Machar’s future by envisioning the…

Angie Mutch, who is currently in her third year of training to become a deacon at the Church of Scotland, has been recognised as one of the Women of the Year 2024. Women of the Year is a non-profit organisation created by Tony Lothian in the 1950s. Each year, it holds a celebratory lunch where 450 women from all over…

Aberdeen Hillside Parish Church’s Sunday School students have found a unique way to commemorate Remembrance Day while championing environmental values. Over the past few months, they’ve been crafting poppies from the bases of plastic bottles – giving new life to discarded materials in a moving tribute to those who served. This project is more than a simple craft –  it’s…

Every year, The Oil and Gas Chaplaincy hold the industry’s Annual Service of Remembrance to commemorate the lives lost while working offshore. The Oil and Gas Chaplaincy, based in Aberdeen, provides pastoral care and support to those who work or have worked in the industry.  The Chaplaincy is for everyone regardless of faith or none. Created in the 1980s, originally…

The North Kincardineshire Ecumenical Service, held on October 20th at Maryculter Trinity Church, brought together local congregations for a warm and well-attended gathering. This traditional service continues to foster friendship and fellowship among different Christian denominations in the community. The service was led by (left to right in the picture): Rev Tose Shayamunda (Kincardine Coastal CoS), Father Mark Impson (Roman…