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A message from our Interim Moderator Rev Dr Anne Logan:
The other morning, I went out for a walk just to clear my head. If I am honest, my mood was pretty grim having just read the morning’s news. In the middle of a housing estate, someone has planted this lovely crocus path. It lifted my mood as I thought about the generosity of those who planted it and the wonder of God’s creation. This is a difficult time for our world and the news seems very bleak, but all around us are the reminders that our hope is not dependent on flawed world leaders, our hope is dependent on the God of love and his promises. This week, let’s reflect on Psalm 65
By awesome deeds you answer us with deliverance,
O God of our salvation;
you are the hope of all the ends of the earth
and of the farthest seas.
By your strength you established the mountains;
you are girded with might.
You silence the roaring of the seas,
the roaring of their waves,
the tumult of the peoples.
Those who live at earth’s farthest bounds are awed by your signs;
you make the gateways of the morning and the evening shout for joy.
(Psalm 65; 5 – 8)
Blessings! Anne
Readings and Prayers in Church
The Kirk Session would like to encourage more people to take part in our services, by reading the Bible lessons and by leading prayers, especially prayers for others. If you feel this is something you might be able to help with, look for the Readers notice which will go up in the Link building and sign up for a date that you can manage. If your interest is in writing prayers, then come along to one of two workshops on ‘Writing Prayers for Public Worship’ which will be held in the Lounge of the GCH on Tuesday 25th February at 7pm and on Friday 28th at 10am. These workshops will last between 30 minutes and an hour.
News from the Presbytery of Edinburgh and West Lothian
St Andrew's First Aid is Scotland's leading first aid charity. Through volunteers They provide free first aid talks and demonstrations available to schools, community groups, charities, and places of worship. These sessions can be tailored to the needs of your group and suitable for all ages. They mission is to create a nation of lifesavers, and we want to make sure that everyone has an opportunity to learn first aid and save a life.
If you would like to make a booking please visit the Community Engagement page on the St Andrew's First Aid website, or email community@firstaid.org.uk for more information.
Services
Sunday 2nd March — Currie Kirk at 10.30 am. Worship led by Rev Susan Galloway.
Sunday 9th March — Currie Kirk at 10.30am. Worship led by Rev Susan Galloway. Followed by a Prayer Tree Service.
Intimations
PLEASE SEE ATTACHED PDF DOCUMENT FROM THE CHURCH OF SCOTLAND LEARNING TEAM
Messy Church — On Friday 14th March from 2-4pm. Fun and Games. Crafts. Bible Stories.
Lent Study Group — St Joseph’s Centre in Balerno. Sunday evenings at 7pm. From 9th March — 13th April.
To book a place email: Bpc-admin@balernochurch.org.uk
Epiphany Group — A short prayer course on Zoom to support people into a deeper prayer life through tutors’ input, guided prayer, experience and sharing. Running on Tuesdays from 7-9pm, on the following dates; 25th Feb, 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th March, 1st April. To register: waysofpraying@epiphanygroup.org.uk
If you want any information or need to speak to someone, please call the Kirk office (451 5141) or contact one of the Session Clerks - Louise Lamont (07910 594188) or Isobel Webber (07702 784186).
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