Church news
Welcome to the new-look site for St Mary's-Greyfriars'. As well as having had a fresh lick of paint, we've got lots more content now - with plenty from our magazine, The Chrystal Chronicle, as well as information on who we are, what we do, and how you can get involved.
Full reports from the Guild and...
Posted on Apr 10 2008 at 20:14
Earlier in the year St Mary’s-Greyfriars’ with Caerlaverock undertook to support the Buckets of Love project being run by Blythswood Care (Christian care for body and soul).
It provided a means of showing love and practical support for families outwith Britain who have suffered much.
We...
Posted on Sep 3 2008 at 14:46
On July 3 a group of 23, including drivers and carers, enjoyed a pleasant drive to Colvend via New Abbey and the scenic route of the Solway Coast passing Southerness and Sandyhills. There was a shower of rain on the way but the sun came out and the afternoon was beautiful. We met at the Stuffed Olive...
Posted on Sep 3 2008 at 14:43 :: Attachment
Sunday Kids
The children in the Sunday Kids group are on their summer holidays now, after a fulfilling programme taking them through the school year. The session came to an end on June 29 with the Flower Service and prizegiving in the church - well done to all those who took part!
The Sunday Kids (our...
Posted on Jul 5 2008 at 14:41
Your point of view sought
You'll be aware from the article in the last magazine that the Congregational Board has been considering making a meeting space at the back of the church by removing two or three rows of the side pews. A drawing of the proposal was on display in the church over the last couple...
Posted on Jul 5 2008 at 14:38
The General Assembly took place in Edinburgh earlier this month. For full details of what was discussed, including audio and video reports, visit the Church of Scotland's site at www.churchofscotland.co.uk/generalassembly/....
Posted on May 28 2008 at 11:37
Family, friends and associates were welcomed by the Rev Sandy Strachan to a special service at the Crichton Memorial Church on Sunday May 11. A moving and sincere tribute to John the man, husband, father, friend and pastor was given by Rev Liz Mack. The dedication and prayer was given by Rev Gordon Savage...
Posted on May 28 2008 at 11:29
"Thousands of loyal Queen of the South fans made their way from Dumfries to support their favourite team, the Church of Scotland ..." - or has your reporter got a bit mixed up? Well, there were thousands present from all over Scotland and I was one of the complement of the minibus from our...
Posted on May 10 2008 at 17:20
The following events are planned in the coming weeks:
Walking treasure hunt - Thursday May 22: How well do you know our ain toon? Enjoy a walk and find out a bit about the history by using the clues to find the locations. Set off from the hall at approximately 6.30pm and then return to the hall where...
Posted on Apr 28 2008 at 12:47
The existing floor area of our church building is extensive, but unfortunately suffers through restrictive limitations in the layout of the vital church entrance/departure vestibule.
The Congregational Board has suggested the formation of two spaces at the rear interior corners of the church to afford...
Posted on Apr 28 2008 at 12:40
