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Kirk already has a platform and a base for doing so. For example, many groups and individuals use the facilities of St Andrew’ s House. That’ s why it’ s important that we replace the roof this spring and that we express commitment through our attention to the needs of the building and its comforts. This not for our sake but rather to ensure the church’ s continuing engagement and service to the wider community in the years to come. As I write this letter, my thoughts are also turning to the next“ Service Sunday” sometime in February. As part of worship on that day, we’ ll again move ourselves from the Sanctuary to the Hall and with the
different perspective of“ from Church to Church”, we will consider ways in which we can develop and engage with opportunities for service that lie before us. Already various people are involved with preparing meals to pass on to others when times are difficult for them or in giving lifts and visits for coffee and a chat. On Service Sunday, I hope we’ ll discover new ways in which to give service and come to understand how much further God wants us to go in being present for others as an open, loving and engaging church. I invite you to affirm your commitment to our working together in this New Year. If you have not yet done so, please pledge and make your financial donation to the new roof project and do so with a thankful heart. Look out for the Service Sunday worship too and make that a day when you definitely will be at church. Opt in! It’ s a New Year and certainly,“ if we work together and express our commitment in our actions! Your minister and friend, Ian
WANTED! Our concierge, Mr. Michele Piovoso, wishes to take his well-deserved retirement after many years of faithful service to the Scots Kirk. How to replace him? If anyone can think of possible candidates then please pass on the information to the Session Clerk or the Minister. Thank you.