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Christian Aid Week 10 – 16 May 2026

This Christian Aid Week we’re standing in solidarity with and sharing the stories of mothers like Fridah Moraa and Belinda Kasudi who live in crowded informal settlement in Nairobi, Kenya. They are being empowered by specialist training from our partner Beacon of Hope to grow fresh vegetables in small urban spaces which not only feeds their families but also earns them an income to pay for education and healthcare. These projects are literally growing HOPE.
Learn more, order resources and get involved by visiting the Christian Aid Week Website.

Holy Week Services in Broughty Ferry

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Holy Week Services in Broughty Ferry

            Saturday 28th March)

14:00-16:00 BF Baptists, Panmurefield Centre, Messy Church.

            Palm Sunday (29th March)

Services at usual times in each church

            Monday 30th March

19:00 St Mary’s, Iona/Celtic-style Worship Service;

            Tuesday 31st March

18:00 BF Baptists, Panmurefield Centre, Community service.

19:00 St Mary’s, Stations of the Cross;

            Wednesday 1st April

19:00 St Mary’s, Alternative/Contemplative-style Worship;

            Maundy Thursday 2nd April

19:00 St Mary’s, Supper & Eucharist with Stripping of the Altars;

19:00 BFPC, Queens St East, Communion service.

19:30 Our Lady, Mass of The Lord’s last Supper, followed by watching at the Altar of Repose

            Good Friday (3rd April)

10:00 approx. BFCG Hot Cross Bun Give-Away in The Ferry.

12:00 St Mary’s, First Hour Watch Service.

12:30 BF Baptists, Panmurefield Centre, communion service.

14:00 St Mary’s, Third Hour Watch Service.

17:30 Our Lady, Liturgy of the Passion.

19:00 BFPC, Barnhill St Margaret’s, service for Good Friday.

21:00 Our Lady, Night Prayer around the cross

            Holy Saturday (4h April)

20:30 Our Lady, The Paschal Vigil of the resurrection.

            Easter Sunday (5th April)

08:00 St Mary’s, Daybreak Eucharist with Watchfire (Garden of Remembrance).

08:00 BFPC, Barnhill Rock Gardens, Easter Service followed by bacon rolls in BFPC Barnhill St Margaret’s hall.

0830 St Mary’s, Easter Eucharist.

09:45 Our Lady, Easter Day Mass.

10:00 St Stephen’s, Easter Day service.

10:30 BF Baptists, Panmurefield Centre, All-Age service.

10:30 BFPC, Barnhill St Margaret’s, joint Easter service.

11:00 St Mary’s, Easter Holy Communion.

Support Refugee Family Reunion

The government has announced plans to permanently restrict refugee family reunion. Faith leaders are invited to support the Joint Public Issues Team’s letter urging the Home Secretary to reconsider. Family reunion has long ensured that people granted refugee protection in the UK can be joined by their closest relatives, recognising that family unity is vital for stability and integration.

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Christian Aid and the Kiltwalk

The Kiltwalk events return for 2026 and we would love to see Christian Aid represented at all four events across Scotland. Rosie Frew, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, and Rev Lindsey Sanderson, Moderator of the Scottish Synod of the United Reformed Church are walking the Glasgow Kiltwalk on Saturday 25th April, come and walk with them! Routes range from 3 to 22 miles, all with facilities and refreshments provided:
As one of Scotland’s largest mass sponsored walking events, the Kiltwalk is a great opportunity to walk together with likeminded Christian Aid supporters, organisers and church representatives. To sign-up visit thekiltwalk.co.uk selecting “Christian Aid” as your chosen charity.

Scottish Methodist Gathering in Dundee

This year’s Scottish Methodist Gathering will be held in Dundee 11th to 13th September

Join Methodists from across Scotland for a weekend of worship, fellowship, and inspiration in Dundee.  Themed “Gathering to Create”, this event features the Methodist Modern Art Collection, with contributions from figures including Jude Levermore (Head of Mission for the Methodist Church), Andrew Pratt (Hymn writer), Hamish Leese (Action for Hope implementation offer), Malcolm Archibald (local author), and others.

The weekend starts with a ceilidh on Friday, includes activities for all ages, and concludes with a Sunday service.  Events will be centred at Malmaison hotel, near transport links and other venues like Roseangle Gallery and the Friends Meeting House.

Attend for the full weekend or just a day.  Tickets available in April.

Creating Safer Spaces: Foundation module for Scotland

Whatever your role, this course will help you understand safeguarding in Methodist Church communities and our collective responsibility for creating safer spaces for all.  The training’s overall aim is to increase safeguarding awareness, so the Church can exercise its duty of care to all: its members, office-holders and anyone who is part of the church community.  If you are interested in attending for the first time or require a refresher (every 4 years) then use the link below to register for our next Foundation module on the 16th Feb at 6.30pm

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1980859812021?aff=oddtdtcreator

Worship, lunch and meeting 15th February 2026

Sunday 15th February 2026, Roseangle 11.00 am – Church Meeting and Lunch

 Several weeks ago we decided to hold a meeting for everybody in the congregation after the service on Sunday 15th February and to have a Bring and Share lunch together.

The purpose of the meeting is twofold:

  • To share thoughts about how we make our Sunday gathering as inclusive as possible for all ages
  • To share ideas about what we might do during June and July, when we are not able to meet at Roseangle

We will have a slightly shorter service of Holy Communion and then eat, and discuss together, aiming to finish by 1.00pm.  I hope that you will be able to make some or all of that time.

David Bidnell

 

Prayers for Peace

On the 24th of each month, we gather online to pray for a just and sustainable peace in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory, for all people who call that land home. Each month we are joined by a partner with lived experience of the region, who shares a little about their work. These events are organised by Christian Aid, alongside the Church of Scotland, Scottish Episcopal Church, United Reformed Church and Quakers.
We will not meet in December. In January, we will be joined by Church of Scotland partner, Parent’s Circle. They are a group of Israeli and Palestinian parents who have lost children to the conflict. Despite their profound grief, the members have chosen a unique and courageous path: to transform their pain into a force for reconciliation, dialogue, and peace. This event is online, please do register on our website.