Currie Kirk

Dear Members and Friends,

Further to directives issued by the UK and Scottish Governments, the Kirk and the Gibson Craig Halls are now closed for the foreseeable future.

The Kirk Office, manned by Nina, will remain in operation during office hours from Tuesday to Friday 9.30 am until 1.30 pm. (Tel: 0131 451 5141; email: currie_kirk@btconnect.com). However, the office door will be locked. During this period of social distancing, we are working with community partners to coordinate a response to the epidemic by joining with Balerno Church, the Currie & Balerno facebook page (jcb for the community) as well as the Council to make sure there is enough support to people for whom self-isolation may mean that they are indeed very isolated. Together we hope to make sure that there is always somewhere or someone to call, whether to chat about concerns, or to get essential supplies.

How can we help you?

We have a growing list of kind volunteers. Many people have offered to help deliver groceries or prescriptions, so if you need anything get in touch with the church office. If you need food, pet food or essential supplies, please call—even if it is toilet paper!

If you have a neighbour who does not have family nearby, who may need deliveries or groceries—please call them or give us a nod and we will be happy to call them.

If you are laid off or going through difficult financial times and have a concern about or paying a bill, you can also phone the Kirk Office or the minister as there is a confidential Benevolent Fund.

Who can help?

If you are not in a vulnerable or at-risk category and do not live with someone who is vulnerable or at risk—you can help. We need you to keep social distancing rules in place. We would prefer if you have a registered PVG check and/or are known to the Kirk.

How can you help?

Phone the Kirk Office to give Nina your name and phone number and she can put you down as a volunteer. You may be asked to collect groceries or prescriptions for those who are elderly, or self-isolating.

Lastly, if you are in a position to donate money to the Currie Benevolent Fund which is an independent fund to help people and families in distressing circumstances—please send a cheque to the Currie Benevolent Fund,
c/o Kirk Office. Any moneys are given out at the discretion of the minister. Please contact The Manse (0131 449 4719) or email: Esmart@churchofscotland.org.uk.

All donations you might give for people at this time of wage loss and uncertainty are greatly appreciated. Many families are struggling and in need presently. Please support them.

God Bless you—please protect yourself and others.

Easter and Gordon

Currie Kirk may be a lovely building in a beautiful location, but more importantly Currie Kirk is a lively church family. Here people of all ages gather together to explore life and faith and find real community. A warm and friendly welcome awaits you wherever you are on the journey of life and faith.

The Kirk has had a place in the Currie community for many centuries, but today the Christian faith is celebrated, shared and lived out in a relevant and meaningful way through worship, friendship, care and action.

Rest assured, we don't have all the answers, but enjoy asking and living with the questions! We are committed to seeking God's guidance in our lives and in our world, and being inspired by the words and actions of Christ. His simple message was "follow me" and that's what we try to do!

We hope you find all the information you might need on this website, but if not, please don't hesitate to contact us. Alternatively, come and join us and experience what Currie Kirk is all about for yourself.

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