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Thanks from All We Can
The December newsletter reported the All We Can responses to the March 2021 fire in the Rohingya refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar and the earthquake that shook Haiti in August 2021.
Read more about the work of All We Can.
Christmas worship in the circuit
Pre-recorded devotional Services will be available on YouTube for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day; these will also be sent in DVD form to the usual recipients.
On Christmas Day gathered public worship will be held only in Perth, jointly with and in Perth Congregational Church at 10 am; please note that the Christmas Eve Service in Arbroath, indicated on the Plan, will not now take place.
Invitation to Christmas Day service
Barnhill St Margaret’s church are holding a Zoom Communion Service on Christmas Day at 10.30. If yo wish to join, please contact their church office before 1pm on Thursday 23rd December.
All We Can update
The latest newsletter reports that, in addition to addressing the impact of Covid 19, the Methodist Relief and Development charity has continued its work with and to support communities addressing drought and water-supply issues in Zimbabwe; the rebuilding of Rohingya refugees’ homes after a fire in the Kutupalong Camp in Cox’s Bazaar, Bangladesh; relief & rehabilitation from the August earthquake in Haiti; and restoration after cyclones’ devastation affected over 3 million people across southern Africa.
See the blog for more details and articles.
Advent Reflections
Nativity, a painting by Dr He Qi – a Chinese artist living in California, USA.
The Methodist Church is producing short reflections on video for Advent. See those posted to date. The Reflection for 5th December is by Rev Mark Slaney, chair of the Scottish District.
Advent and Christmas Resources
The Methodist Church has produced a variety of resources. These include Contemporary reflections, a Christmas CD (free), posters and postcards.
Community Fridge, Broughty Ferry
Following a discussion last year in Broughty Ferry Churches Group leading to contact with the Ferry Community Council, Rotary, and other local groups & individuals, a Steering Group has been formed for a Ferry Community Fridge project. Work is in the preparatory stages but it is hoped a Community Fridge will be “up and running” as soon as feasible.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity – Broughty Ferry
The Week of Payer for Christian Unity will be marked with an online Act of Worship, using liturgical material from Churches in the Middle East on the theme “We saw the star”- this is likely to be on Saturday 22nd January from 10.15 am (for 10.30 am start). All are welcome – more details to follow.
Show your Heart for Asylum Seekers
The Nationality and Borders Bill is continuing to progress through the House of Commons. At the next stage, expected to begin in the coming weeks, MPs will have the chance to offer and vote on amendments to the bill.
JPIT have produced a new campaign pack to help you:
- Raise your voice on the bill to Show Your Heart for asylum seekers and refugees
- Work directly with your MP to influence them to vote for amendments
The resources help individuals and churches to prepare, pray, persuade and participate around the bill.
Thanks from All We Can
The December newsletter reported the All We Can responses to the March 2021 fire in the Rohingya refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar and the earthquake that shook Haiti in August 2021.
Read more about the work of All We Can.
Christmas worship in the circuit
Pre-recorded devotional Services will be available on YouTube for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day; these will also be sent in DVD form to the usual recipients.
On Christmas Day gathered public worship will be held only in Perth, jointly with and in Perth Congregational Church at 10 am; please note that the Christmas Eve Service in Arbroath, indicated on the Plan, will not now take place.
Invitation to Christmas Day service
Barnhill St Margaret’s church are holding a Zoom Communion Service on Christmas Day at 10.30. If yo wish to join, please contact their church office before 1pm on Thursday 23rd December.
All We Can update
The latest newsletter reports that, in addition to addressing the impact of Covid 19, the Methodist Relief and Development charity has continued its work with and to support communities addressing drought and water-supply issues in Zimbabwe; the rebuilding of Rohingya refugees’ homes after a fire in the Kutupalong Camp in Cox’s Bazaar, Bangladesh; relief & rehabilitation from the August earthquake in Haiti; and restoration after cyclones’ devastation affected over 3 million people across southern Africa.
See the blog for more details and articles.
Advent Reflections
Nativity, a painting by Dr He Qi – a Chinese artist living in California, USA.
The Methodist Church is producing short reflections on video for Advent. See those posted to date. The Reflection for 5th December is by Rev Mark Slaney, chair of the Scottish District.
Advent and Christmas Resources
The Methodist Church has produced a variety of resources. These include Contemporary reflections, a Christmas CD (free), posters and postcards.
Community Fridge, Broughty Ferry
Following a discussion last year in Broughty Ferry Churches Group leading to contact with the Ferry Community Council, Rotary, and other local groups & individuals, a Steering Group has been formed for a Ferry Community Fridge project. Work is in the preparatory stages but it is hoped a Community Fridge will be “up and running” as soon as feasible.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity – Broughty Ferry
The Week of Payer for Christian Unity will be marked with an online Act of Worship, using liturgical material from Churches in the Middle East on the theme “We saw the star”- this is likely to be on Saturday 22nd January from 10.15 am (for 10.30 am start). All are welcome – more details to follow.
Show your Heart for Asylum Seekers
The Nationality and Borders Bill is continuing to progress through the House of Commons. At the next stage, expected to begin in the coming weeks, MPs will have the chance to offer and vote on amendments to the bill.
JPIT have produced a new campaign pack to help you:
- Raise your voice on the bill to Show Your Heart for asylum seekers and refugees
- Work directly with your MP to influence them to vote for amendments
The resources help individuals and churches to prepare, pray, persuade and participate around the bill.
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