Greetings from the Manse.
Welcome to our Sunday worship, we do hope you will feel God's presence, as you join us in worship today.
Our thanks and prayers go everyone who support the work of the church on a regular basis through their offering either electronically or directly at the door. These offerings allow the church to continue to work here in Bonnyrigg and the wider world. More information about how to donate can be found at https://www.bonnyriggchurch.co.uk/NationalThanksGiving
YF : Serving all churches throughout Bonnyrigg and surrounding area, a warm friendly group for high school aged young people from any church or none.
Youth Drop In : The Youth Drop for teenagers (S1 - S6) to chill out and have fun is held in Cockpen Church Halls on Thursday evenings.
The River: meets on the last Sunday of the month in the Pitcairn Centre at 6:30pm. A time to worship, pray and soak in God's presence together.
Private Prayer Time in Church: Private Prayer time, Wednesday morning 10:00am - 12:00pm. All Welcome
Private Prayer Space: Our Private Prayer Space is available each morning in the Donaldson Hall (small hall to rear of church halls), Monday to Saturday between 10:00am and 12:00pm. All are welcome to use this space.
Pitcairn Centre: The Pitcairn Café is open Monday to Saturday – 10:00am – 12:00pm. Thursdays we will be open until 2:00pm with filled rolls (hot & cold) available. We look forward to welcoming you in for a cuppa and chat.
Monday Morning Meet: Monday Meet is a chance to meet with friends for a cuppa & a chat. Pitcairn Mondays - 10:00 - 12:00. Come along and join in the chat.
Good Grief: meets on the first Wednesday of the month, 1:00pm - 3:00pm, in the Pitcairn Centre. ALL WELCOME.
Bonnie Buds: Meets on Thursday mornings, school term time, 10:00am till 12:00pm in the Loudon Hall.
Community Pantry: Our Pop up pantry is every Friday morning 10:30am – 11:30am, in the Pitcairn.
Donations of non-perishable food for pop-up pantry: Help us support what can be offered at Friday's pop-up pantry we are seeking donations of non-perishable goods that can be offered to families in need. Lists of useful items to donate and boxes for donations are available in both the Church and Pitcairn Centre. Boxes will be available in both the Church and Pitcairn Centre for donation.
Pastoral Care Visits: If you know of anyone who is unable to get to church or would like to reconnect with a visit from our minister, Louise or from one of our pastoral care visitors, contact Diane Steel on 07711 133258 or email diane_e_steel@btinternet.com
Flower Ministry: If you know of anyone who you feel would benefit from receiving flowers from the church please contact Evelyn Durham on 07751 337929 or 660 3250.
Other dates for your Diary :
- We will remember... You are invited to our Service of Remembrance on Tuesday, 11 November in the Church. The service will be on a loop and repeated every 15 minutes between 10 am and 12 noon. Come to a reflective space and remember those who gave their lives so we could live in freedom. Write the name of a fallen family member on a cross or light a candle in their memory.
- A huge thank you to everyone who contributed a shoe box to Blythswood. Over 40 boxes were delivered to the collection centre this week.
- Guild meets on Tuesday, 11 November at 7.30 pm in the Pitcairn Centre. The speaker is Marjory MacLean from Release International - one of the Guild's projects
- YF meets on Sunday, 16 November in the Pitcairn Centre from 6 - 8 pm
- Magnitude Worship Night takes place on Friday, 14 November
Christmas Fair
- Christmas Fair: Our Annual Christmas Fair will be held on Saturday the 29th November, 10:00am to 12:00pm ion the Church Halls:
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Stalls: Cake & Candy, Chocolate Tombola, Toys, Soft Goods, New Gifts, Jigsaws, Wood Turning, Christmas Crafts and Cards.
- Teas & Coffees available in the Pitcairn Centre along with mince pies, shortbread or a bacon or burger Roll.
- Win one of our hampers, guess the weight of the cake or the Doll's birthday?
Other Notices:
Volunteers to support our Sunday Worship: There is a new rota in the display area for volunteers to take part in worship. We are looking for people to read from scripture, lead prayers for others or offer a children's talks. If you feel you can help with any of these please add your name to the list.
Prayer Shawls: Thanks to all who accepted the challenge and were knitting prayer shawls. Completed shawls should be handed to Pam Thomson 0131 660 3377
Newsletter -Articles for Newsletter: We continue to look for fresh content for future magazines, It could be a favourite hymn/bible reading and why they are important; tales from old and new Bonnyrigg, news of sporting or other events from youth, uniformed or other church groups. Pictures tell a thousand words so pictures are welcome. They may not all be used immediately but can used in future magazine.
Hillwalkers & Ramblers : Schedules of walks for the 2025/26 season are available from the display area of the church.
Used stamps: Please remember to keep collecting used stamps. Proceeds for the 2025 - 2026 stamp appeal is supporting the work of the Al-Ahli hospital in Northern Gaza which is the only Christian hospital in the Gaza strip and Gaza's only cancer hospital. There is a box in the front entrance.
We absolutely love when people get in touch and are very grateful for those who have, please do share your news, your opinions and suggestions. Louise’s email address is LPurden@churchofscotland.org.uk
If you are aware of any members or friends who do not receive this email and would like to receive future ones, please ask them to send their email contact details to Iain Thomson at iain@thomson80.co.uk.
