04/05/2026
Sunday Worship - 3rd May 2026
Greetings from the Manse.
Welcome to our Sunday worship, we do hope you will feel God's presence, as you join us in worship today.
Our thanks and prayers go everyone who support the work of the church on a regular basis through their offering either electronically or directly at the door. These offerings allow the church to continue to work here in Bonnyrigg and the wider world. More information about how to donate can be found at https://www.bonnyriggchurch.co.uk/NationalThanksGiving.
Sunday Worship: is at 10:00am every Sunday.
The Harbour: creating a safe space for our young people to meet, connect and learn about the love of Christ.
YF : Serving all young people throughout Bonnyrigg and surrounding area, a warm friendly group for high school aged young people from any church or none. Meeting every fortnight on a Sunday evening in the Pitcairn - 7pm - 9pm.
Youth Drop In : The Youth Drop for teenagers (S1 - S6) to chill out and have fun is held in Cockpen Church Halls on Thursday evenings.
Bonnie Buds: Meets on Thursday mornings, school term time, 10:00am till 12:00pm in the Loudon Hall.
The Harbour Pledge: If you would like to directly support the work of the Harbour, please consider signing a pledge form, this way part of your regular giving to the church is pledged to the work of the Harbour.
Pledge forms are available from the display area in the church. For more info. speak to Iain Thomson.
The River: meets on the last Sunday of the month in the Pitcairn Centre at 6:30pm. A time to worship, pray and soak in God's presence together.
Private Prayer Time in Church: each Wednesday.
We are still looking to strengthen our team of Welcome volunteers for the restart of Prayer Time, if you you could offer your services for 2 hours on a Wednesday morning (10:00 - 12:00), on a rota basis please speak to Iain Thomson.
Pitcairn Centre: The Pitcairn Café is open Monday to Saturday – 10:00am – 12:00pm. Thursdays we will be open until 2:00pm with filled rolls (hot & cold) available. We look forward to welcoming you in for a cuppa and chat.
Monday Morning Meet: Monday Meet is a chance to meet with friends for a cuppa & a chat. Pitcairn Mondays - 10:00 - 12:00. Come along and join in the chat.
Good Grief: meets on the first Wednesday of the month, 1:00pm - 3:00pm, in the Pitcairn Centre.
Community Pantry: Our Pop up pantry is every Friday morning 10:30am – 11:30am, in the Pitcairn.
Donations of non-perishable food for pop-up pantry: Help us support what can be offered at Friday's pop-up pantry we are seeking donations of non-perishable goods that can be offered to families in need. Lists of useful items to donate and boxes for donations are available in both the Church and Pitcairn Centre. Boxes will be available in both the Church and Pitcairn Centre for donation.
Pastoral Care Visits: If you know of anyone who is unable to get to church or would like to reconnect with a visit from our minister, Louise or from one of our pastoral care visitors, contact Diane Steel on 07711 133258 or email [email protected]
Flower Ministry: If you know of anyone who you feel would benefit from receiving flowers from the church please contact Evelyn Durham on 07751 337929 or 660 3250.
Other dates for your Diary :
The following hillwalk takes place on Saturday, 9 May:Windlestraw over Walkerburn, Innerleithen
Guild meets on Tuesday, 5 May for its AGM.
GUILD END OF SESSION MEAL TAKES PLACE ON TUESDAY, 19 MAY AT BROOMIEKNOWE GOLF CLUB. PAYMENT OF £25 SHOULD BE PAID AT AGM ON 5 MAY
Good Grief meets on Wednesday, 6 May from 1 - 3 in the Donaldson Hall
DATE FOR DIARY Coffee morning takes place on Saturday, 6 June from 10 - 12 (see flier attached)
Baking can be handed in on Friday evening between 7.30 and 8.30. Collection boxes will be in the church and Pitcairn Centre from 17 May for deonations to Potluck Tombola
Tomato plants are available to buy from Auld Abe. Contact him on 07789 690953. Bedding plants will be available at coffee3 morning (see flier attached)
If you get any Farmfoods fliers with money off vouchers through your door please keep them for Pantry. They can be left in the church or Pitcairn Centre
YF are running a car wash on Saturday, 23 May from 10 am - 1 pm at Our Lady Church halls. All proceeds will go towards youth summer events. Flier attached
Bibles for Bairns: There are leaflets to register for this Guild project in the display area and Pitcairn Centre. If you have or know of a child under the age of 1 please take a leaflet and register their name today!
Pantry are in need of the following donations:
1 Strong or Re-usable carrier bags
2 Donations of cereal and pasta sauce would be much appreciated
3 If you get any Farmfood vouchers through your door please save them for the Pantry. They can use them to buy food.
Donations can be left in the boxes in the church and Pitcairn Centre.
Plastic Sweet Tubs: We are again collecting empty plastic tubs from sweeties like Celebrations in aid of charity. Empty Boxes can be left in the Pitcairn Centre or Church
Other Notices:
Volunteers to support our Sunday Worship: There is a new rota in the display area for volunteers to take part in worship. We are looking for people to read from scripture, lead prayers for others or offer a children's talks. If you feel you can help with any of these please add your name to the list.
Prayer Shawls: Thanks to all who accepted the challenge and were knitting prayer shawls. Completed shawls should be handed to Pam Thomson 0131 660 3377
Newsletter -Articles for Newsletter: We continue to look for fresh content for future magazines, It could be a favourite hymn/bible reading and why they are important; tales from old and new Bonnyrigg, news of sporting or other events from youth, uniformed or other church groups. Pictures tell a thousand words so pictures are welcome. They may not all be used immediately but can used in future magazine.
Hillwalkers & Ramblers : Schedules of walks for the 2025/26 season are available from the display area of the church.
Please use the following links for our services:
Sunday Worship: https://youtu.be/hgU2Z1blBkg
Notices: https://youtu.be/vhpf8nQCthc
OR:
by following the links below to view previous services:
The Church Website: www.bonnyriggchurch.co.uk
page https://www.facebook.com/bonnyriggparishchurch/
YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqDq3spAZirOLiNKnq96-9A
Please share all these links with non Internet or Facebook users who may have access to YouTube via their Smart TV.
We absolutely love when people get in touch and are very grateful for those who have, please do share your news, your opinions and suggestions. Louise’s email address is [email protected]
If you are aware of any members or friends who do not receive this email and would like to receive future ones, please ask them to send their email contact details to Iain Thomson at [email protected]
Every Blessing
Louise
Rev Louise Purden
Minister
