I discovered this week that Ferintosh Parish Church has now entered a new dimension - as a Pokestop on the Pokémon Go game. I'm not entirely sure what this means but I'm sure that someone will enlighten me.
Andy’s Blog 23 July
Spent some time this week preparing praise items for the monthly worship services due to begin in Seaforth House on Sunday the 7th of August. These will be taken on alternate months by ourselves and the Free Church in Maryburgh and I would ask for your prayers in support of this.
Andy’s Blog 16 July
Whilst looking through the Church of Scotland web pages this week, I was struck by the recent reflection offered by the Moderator after the recent EU Referendum. Focussing on a passage within Ecclesiastes, it reflects on the possible changes and consequences of that vote, and how we can begin to make sense of it, and makes interesting reading.
Andy’s Blog 9 July
Whenever we think of Blythswood we perhaps think of the Shoebox Appeal and the Foodbank, however this week I was reading in their latest newsletter of their work in supporting educational projects with young and old alike from India to Zimbabwe. The difference they help bring about in the lives of those they have supported …
Andy’s Blog 2 July
Enjoyed very much sharing the end of term Celebration Assembly with the pupils of Ben Wyvis Primary this week, celebrating the achievements of those in the school over the past year. At all times they seek to Be The Best You Can Be and this was clear to see at this Assembly. Also had a meeting …
Andy’s Blog 25 June
It's been a busy and emotional first week back after being away. We had our first proper Kirk Session business meeting under our new constitution, laying down some foundations for our journey ahead and it was good to restart our prayer meetings. But sadly there have been some in our community who have lost loved ones …
Andy’s Blog 28 May
Didn't manage to see as much of the General Assembly this week as I hoped to, however, was moved by the report of the Chaplain to HM Forces, inspired and uplifted by the reports of Church and Society and Mission and Discipleship, and encouraged by the report from the Moderator of the NYA. Was also …
Andy’s Blog 21 May
Managed to catch the opening of the General Assembly today. It's available to watch live each day via the Church of Scotland website, or if you have an ipad or tablet you can download the app from http://www.gapublications.co.uk/app and watch it through this - and you can also obtain the daily papers through this app.
Andy’s Blog 11 May
Had a nice afternoon at the River Café today having a chat with those who were there. And nice to catch up with one or two from Muir of Ord who came along too.
Andy’s Blog 30 April
Received my 'Blue Book' this week for the forthcoming General Assembly and having had a quick look through it, it's clear to see that yet again there will be lots of interesting debates at this year's Assembly. If anyone wants an electronic copy you can get one from the Church of Scotland website under the …
