The Antonine Ensemble is performing a concert at 7.30pm on Sunday 7th September in St Michael's Parish Church, The Cross, Linlithgow, (repeating the programme on Saturday 13th September in the Church of the Holy Rude, St.John Street, Stirling).The programme blends the well loved Mozart Divertimento in D with some less familiar pieces: the elegant Suite for Strings by John Rutter, Walton's Two Pieces from Henry V, and Skalkottas's full-blooded Greek Dances. In the centre of the programme, Vivaldi's Concerto for 4 violins and cello in B minor, with soloists drawn from the orchestra. As ever, admission is free to our concerts, and any donations are split between Linlithgow and Avon Valley Parish Church and the Scottish Schools Orchestra Trust. Our fundraising for SScOT last year allowed sponsorship for five youngsters to attend this year's SScOT summer camp.
Closure of Church
Due to some necessary stonework repairs , the church building will be closing for a short while.
The last service in the Church will be Sunday 21st September.
It will be closed for approx 1 month.
Worship from the28th Septemberuntil further noticewill be at St Ninian's Craigmailen or at our other churches in TorphichenandAvonbridge.
Edinburgh Kiltwalk in aid of ERI
One of our Elders, John Fisher and his son John are taking part in The Edinburgh Kiltwalk on 14th September. They are raising funds for 3 departments in the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary which have provided support to them. The aim is for all monies raised to be donated via the Rotary Club of Whitburn - which John snr is a member of - and for the total to be shared equally between :
The Department of Clinical Neurosciences (Incorporating neurology and neurosurgery)
Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic (MS Clinic)
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Here are a few opportunities to support activities across our new parish. As we are now all one parish, anyone from any of our congregations is welcome to help with each of these roles. Do you have an urge to take on something new? Please get in touch! Or do you know someone who has the skills? Please encourage them to get involved.
What’s Happening at Kirk Session
Here's an update on what's happening in Linlithgow and Avon Valley Church
There are no Orders of Service available at present.
Weekly Intimations
Knowing Christ Better
Contemporary Evening Service in Kirk Hall
The Contemporary Evening Service is held on the First Sunday of each month.
The informal and contemporary service is for anyone - churchgoers or not - who want to find hope, peace and purpose in life.
Friday Housegroup
The Friday Housegroup meets at 10am .
For further information please contact Barbara Thomson (845705).
Housegroups
For more information about fellowship groups meeting within St Michael’s, please call Kathryn Young 844853, Margaret Henderson 844787 or Barbara Thomson 845705.
The Help Centre
Offers information covering many concerns. Wondering where to access support for yourself or another? Tel 842646, or look at www.helpcentre.org.uk
Making Him Known to Others
A Message from the Children and Young People Team at Linlithgow and Avon Valley Church
At Linlithgow and Avon Valley Church, we’re passionate about helping children, young people, and their families come to faith and supporting them as they grow in it.
We’d be very grateful if you could help us spread the word by sharing this leaflet with your family, friends, and neighbours. We’re always looking to welcome more families into our church family and would love to see more people getting involved in the activities we offer.
We meet every Sunday in Springfield School at 10.00 am
Everyone Welcome !
Positive Pathways - Bereavement Support
This free and confidential support group for the bereaved is facilitated by trained bereavement support listeners and meets on alternate Thursdays, in The Adam Room, Cross House from 6.30 pm to 8 pm.
You will be warmly welcomed over a cup of tea or coffee and it is not necessary to have a church connection.
If you are at home with your wee ones why not come along instead of sitting in on your own. If you're a Mum, Dad, Granny, Grandpa or babysitter just pop along to the Kirk hall for 10 am. A really warm welcome awaits with songs,crafts, a wee prayer, lots of fun and tea and coffee too. No church connection needed at all. Hope to see you there. No cost. Please contact the office for further info, Tel: 842188.
Latest Magazine
The first edition of the new Linavon Link Magazine is now available to download from the Crosswind page.
Knitting Group
Meets first Monday of every month in Room 1, Cross House, 10.30am for knitting and chat. All welcome.
CDs-Church Service
If you would like to borrow a recording of previous services, you will find CDs at the Church shop. A recording of the sermon is available weekly via podcast here.
Serving Him Together
Faith Impact Forum
Click here for a look at the latest newsletter from the Faith Impact Forum.
If you would like to subscribe to this then click here.
Crossreach
Crossreach News is available here. More information about Crossreach itself is available on their website.
General Notices
Gesualdo Six
This event, of medieval a cappella music from the period when Mary Queen of Scots was born, is very appropriate to our church. The music will be a mix of secular items from the period and madrigals by Palestrina and Gesualdo. It will be performed by arguably the UK's top vocal consort in the only appearance in Scotland on their current schedule.
Worship will continue in all 4 church buildings and most of our activities will continue as normal.
Our new website will be available here shortly but meanwhile please continue to visit the individual websites/Facebook pages for up to date information.
St Michael’s Stained Glass Windows
Ever wondered about the stained glass windows in St Michael's ?
"The Power of The Spirit" is a 15 min journey through the windows of the Church exploring the colour and purpose of God's creation.
The video is showing in the Sanctuary as part of our Open Church. It is also available to view here
Open Church Volunteers
Are you interested in history?
Proud of Linlithgow and its heritage?
St Michael's is recruiting new volunteers for Open Church, which keeps the church open for locals and visitors alike throughout the week.
Get in touch at info@linavonchurch.org.uk if you could give an hour or two now and then
Thursday for Coffee
If you fancy a cuppa and some company, come to Cross House. Tea, coffee and baking for only £1.
Every Thursday at 10am in Room 1.
For further info contact Jill Allatt on 840680
Maintenance of our buildings
With a view to fast tracking maintenance and repair issues to all church properties, an email address, maintenance@linavonchurch.org.uk has been set up which will allow elders and members of the congregation to alert the Property Team of any issues requiring attention. A member of the team will monitor this email address from their personal laptop and pass the information to the appropriate team member for action.
To advise of a repair or maintenance issue, click on the email address and provide the following basic information to action an investigation or repair.
Which building is the issue in?
Where in the building is the problem?
Brief description of the problem.
Reported by and date the issue was discovered.
A reply response will be generated confirming that we are in receipt of the email, which is receiving the attention of the Property Team.
