Author Archives: Rector

Lent Litany

Posted on 21st February 2022 by Rector

Holy God maker of heaven and earth. Hear us. Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, Heal us. Holy Spirit Giver of Life, Help us. Holy and Blessed Trinity, Hear our prayers. We pray for those who hunger for food; … Continue reading →

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Lent Course

Posted on 21st February 2022 by Rector

This year’s Lent Course will take place on Tuesday evenings in the St Andrew’s Chapel.  They will begin at 7pm and conclude at 8pm with Compline.  The theme will be God’s instruction to Moses: ‘Take off your shoes for you … Continue reading →

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2022 World Day of Prayer

Posted on 14th February 2022 by Rector

This year’s service will be held on Friday 4th March in the Salvation Army in Hallcraig Street. The service begins at 2.30pm.The theme for this year is. ‘I know the plans I have for you.’

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Breath

Posted on 13th February 2022 by Rector

Currently in Church, until Lent, there is an art installation called Breath you can see it during any of the times the church is open for services, or by request at another time. Echoing the rays from the dove in … Continue reading →

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Gathering Together

Posted on 8th February 2022 by Rector

There are times when getting to church on a Sunday can be difficult, illness or circumstances can mean we would love to be present but physically can’t be. Now you have the option of joining in on zoom. You will … Continue reading →

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Candlemas 2022

Posted on 2nd February 2022 by Rector

The smoke curled up, high up, reaching for God, somewhere beyond: Unseen, unfleshed, hidden _ expect for those and such as those, behind the veil. The smoke curled up. To offer thanks, to beg for mercy, to ask for cleansing, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Evening Worship

Posted on 13th January 2022 by Rector

There is a new initiative, being promoted by the North West Regional Council. Les Ireland, Rector of St Cyprian, Lenzie and instigator of the idea writes: The North East Regional Council, of which we are all part, is planning to … Continue reading →

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Chalking the Lintel

Posted on 8th January 2022 by Rector

We all know the story. The Magi arrived with their gifts via Herod’s Palace, Herod asked them to return and let them know where the infant king was. In a dream they were warned to go home another route, which … Continue reading →

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The Stars Turned Up

Posted on 2nd January 2022 by Rector

This poem was written and video created for Provincial Children’s Chapel on Sunday 2nd January 2022.

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Glory Upon Glory

Posted on 25th December 2021 by Rector

Amid the shadows of unwelcome, glory breaks through. Amid the poverty of used straw, the glory of life glistens. Amid the sighs of essential work, glory is birthed. Amid the coverings for protection, glory rests. Inside, safe and secure with … Continue reading →

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