24/08/2026
Sunday Worship 23rd August 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 to everyone who added their voice to the service 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.
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 information speak to Iain Thomson.
The River: meets on the fourth 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 Private 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.
Pitcairn Pantry: Our 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 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 are available in both the Church and Pitcairn Centre for donations.
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.
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!
Other Notices:
Communion cards are available for delivery by Elders.
Smartie tubes: If there are any left you can collect a tube of smarties from the front of the church! Eat the smarties and then fill the tube with coins or bank note and return to the church. Thank you in advance.
Bible Study starts on Thursday, 27 August at 7pm in the Community Tearoom
Sunday, 30 August is a joint service with all local churches. This takes place in our church at 11 am.
The River meets on Sunday, 30 August from 6.30 pm in the Pitcairn Centre
Kirk Session meets on Wednesday, 2 September at 7pm in the Pitcairn Centre
The Sacrament of Holy Communion will be celebrated on Sunday 6 September.
You are invited to a fun afternoon on Wednesday 16 th September 2 pm to 4 pm in the Pitcairn Centre. On this occasion we will have a Beetle Drive. Gosh, can you remember the rules! See you then.
Quiz Night with Supper & BYOB Bonnyrigg Parish Church Halls Saturday 10th October 2026 at 7.00pm Why not enter a team and exercise those brain cells!!
Entry forms available in the Church and Pitcairn Centre.
Tickets available from:
Christine Sinclair 07796 775554;
Marie Denholm 07783 460983
Adult: £7.00 / Child: Free
There will be a raffle on the night
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 2026/27 season are available from the display area of the church.
Please use the following links for our services:
Sunday Worship: https://youtu.be/i0zz_Ksoma4
Notices: https://youtu.be/z69oBT7VHmU
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
