CONTACT NUMBERS

Donna Hays Minister 580210

Isobel Brown Reader 580545

Bill Horspool Session Clerk F&L 360478 Robert McVean Session Clerk L&M 580734

Ian Jackson Treasurer F&L 581968 Gillian Pritchard Treasurer L&M 580129

Magazine Bill Nicoll 01382 580358 [email protected]

Fowlis & Liff Parish Church of , The Magazine of Fowlis and Liff linked with Scottish charity number SC002792 and Muirhead Lundie and Muirhead Parish Church of Scotland, Scottish charity number SC001085

20 CHURCH REGISTER ANNUAL FETE BAPTISM St MARNOCK’S CHURCH FOWLIS MUIRHEAD CHURCH 29 April Max Stuart McDowall son of Morag & GARDEN Paul Barnes Avenue

SATURDAY MARRIAGE th 25 AUGUST 2012 MUIRHEAD CHURCH 19 MAY 2.00 pm Kerry Anderson & Iain Dair 4 JUNE

Kath Fairgrieve & Ramon Cabrera STALLS, SIDE SHOWS, TEAS

GOODS REQUIRED:-

BRIC-A-BRAC, GARDEN PRODUCE, DEATHS FOWLIS & LIFF BOOKS, MAY TOYS, DVDs, CDs, GIFTS, Sheena Henderson The School House Fowlis

CAKES, SWEETS, JAMS, & BOTTLES LUNDIE & MUIRHEAD

MAY

DONATIONS FOR THE STALLS Dorothy Coupar Dronley Road Birkhill

MAY BE HANDED INTO JULY THE CHURCH HALL Angus Balharry Newtyle Road

19 2 CHURCH GROUPS FOR ALL AGES From the Minister… SUNDAY SCHOOL Fowlis church at 10a.m & You will see from elsewhere in the magazine that we are Muirhead Church at 11.15am announcing the setting up of a web page for our churches. Children are warmly invited to join. A time in the church first then a time for the children with learning activities and fun ways of learning Being on-line may be of little interest personally to some about God. For further information re Fowlis contact Helen on of you but I am constantly amazed at the number of older 01382 580606 or Margaret on 01828 640355 folk who have enthusiastically mastered the intricacies of Leaders at Muirhead include Hilary, Susan, and Heather – 580170 YOUTH GROUP computers – and get so much pleasure from it.. Just talk to Sunday evenings Muirhead Church Hall 6.45 – 8pm grandparents with family abroad to hear of the great joy Team Building Activities; Fair Trade; Challenges; Getting to know that Skype can bring! each other; Bowling; Name Games; Fun Day; Wide Games… and so much more! There’s always a welcome if you’re in S1 up to S6. Some time ago our Kirk Session agreed one of our main FRIENDSHIP GROUP priorities as the local church must be to reach out to 1st Wednesday of the month Millennium Hall Birkhill 2.00pm those in our communities who have little or no church Each month there is a variety of entertaining items: music and dance; quizzes; talks; Strawberry tea. For transport please phone connection. Two of our more successful ventures in doing Mina Doogan 580800 this are our monthly Soup Lunches held in the Millennium MONTHLY COFFEE MORNING Hall and our annual Holiday Club. Hopefully a web page will 1st Friday of the month Fowlis Village Hall 10.30 – 12 noon JULIAN PRAYER be yet another way to help us connect better with folk in 1st Saturday of the month Muirhead Church Hall 10.30am our communities as well as our members – as will the A chance to be still with God ! ALL WELCOME! proposals to be involved with Twitter and Facebook. SOUP LUNCHES 3rd Thursday of the month Millennium Hall Birkhill 12.45pm Admittedly, this is the point where I personally am lost! A choice of lovely homemade soup plus tea/coffee with biscuits and Jesus commissions us to spread the Gospel message to all a chat and all for a £1.50 per head. Come and join us, nobody is too peoples. While we recognise that we can often do this best young or old! THE GUILD through our actions, sometimes words can help – even on a 4th Wednesday of the month Session House, Fowlis 2.00 pm web page! We are a small group but increasing. We have a varied programme But whether or not we are on-line, let us be committed at with something to interest everyone. You are most welcome to join this happy group. all times, to spread Christ’s message of grace, forgiveness CALEDONIAN WORSHIP (formerly Servite) and love. Last Thursday of month Caledonian Housing Complex 2pm May God’s blessing be with you all A short informal service of worship for residents and friends followed by a time of fellowship in the shape of tea, coffee and Donna goodies! Everyone of any age is welcome to come along and join in!

18 3 Sat 18th August 1pm – 3pm H e a r t & S o u l 2012 Fowlis Hall Celebrating the Life of the Church Heart and Soul 2012 was a celebration for the whole Church which took place on General Assembly Sunday in Princes Strawberry Teas Street Gardens, Edinburgh. The theme was Heart and Soul Stalls and the event showcased the work of The Church of Scotland with worship, entertainment, displays, games and stalls.

Princes Street Gardens were full of marquees, stalls and Duck Race at 2pm arenas, all telling of the wide variety of activities and roles that are the Church of Scotland at local, national and international level. It told of so many aspects of the Body of Christ in its widest sense!

FOWLIS & LIFF FUNDRAISING GROUP Interesting as it all was, the highlight for many of those who “We would like to thank everybody involved with the running of went from our churches was the interaction of those attending. the coffee morning and plant sale which was a tremendous And it was a true all-age event. In our group we had success this year. representatives of each age group spanning more than 70 It’s great to see the regular helpers time and time again years – and each one found something of interest. There was without whom such events would not go ahead. plenty to do and everyone was very encouraging, welcoming We would also like to show our appreciation to everybody who and friendly. We had lots of chats with people and found the came along and supported the event, as, it’s seeing the whole day lots of fun and very interesting and it was good to people come through the door that makes all the time and see everyone enjoying themselves. It was also good for effort involved worthwhile. interacting and chatting with other church members as well as

our own members enjoying getting to know each other better. The fundraising committee are committed to raising money for the church in traditional and in new ways in which we can The opinion expressed by so many – when’s the next one? reach out to and involve the local community. If anybody And if you missed going this time, be sure you’re there to join would like to join our team or have any ideas for future events, in with the next one! please don’t hesitate to get in touch via Donna.

Hope to see you at the Strawberry Tea with Duck Race on Saturday 18th August in Fowlis Hall, Jacqui, Janice, Charlotte, Mandy and June

4 17 A stroll thro' Birkhill and Muirhead 1920 Onwards The Lord’s Prayer

Over the summer months the sermons in Sunday worship have been focussing on The Lord’s Prayer. On one occasion I spoke of a different version of the prayer that may appeal to people. I was asked if this could be given out, so here it is. Whatever version you use, I do hope that this special prayer which Jesus himself gave us, features daily in As there had never been anything written about Birkhill and your prayer life. Muirhead villages it was suggested that it would be of interest and a good fund raiser.

As younger members of family and friends were asking questions about the early years in the villages and about who had lived in the various houses etc.,it prompted me start this book. It also occurred to me that if I did not begin soon there would be no one left of an age who had the relevant Our Father, you are in heaven information. and your name is special and wonderful. May your plans become a reality, The replacement windows in Muirhead Church gave me and all you desire happen in the world. further encouragement to get the book finished and enable the proceeds to go to the Church Window Appeal. Please give us all we need to get us through today Forgive us all we have done wrong, The book sets out details of which families lived in the houses and help us do the same for those who hurt us. in both Birkhill and Muirhead and also explains something Keep us from doing things that are wrong, about the various village organisations and activities which took place. It is available from local shops and the Birkhill Inn and protect us from hard times. Everything in heaven and on Earth is made Since its publication the book has proven to be extremely by you and belongs to you, popular with a second print needed. Get your copy now! and that’s the way it will be… always. Available from Morag Hastie Tel 580145 or e mail Amen [email protected]

16 5 THE NATIONAL STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMME PRESBYTERY NEWS Earlier this year each member received a leaflet ‘Challenge to At the June meeting of the Presbytery of Dundee, the new the Church’ with its message from Rt Rev David Arnott the Presbytery Moderator was elected. Miss Catherine Coull, Moderator of the General Assembly. It gave information about Equalising Elder from Chalmer’s Ardler Church began her the National Stewardship Programme to which the Church of term of office and will hold the post for one year. This is the Scotland is committed. first time that an Elder has been Moderator of Dundee Presbytery. The Stewardship Season for our local churches of Fowlis & Liff linked with Lundie & Muirhead will begin on Sunday 14 The union of Downfield South and Mains Church was October and run for four weeks. This year’s Season will focus approved at this meeting. In light of the current cutbacks on the importance of regular giving. involving ministers, these congregations started talks some months ago and agreed that this would be the best course of Our churches survive financially through the generosity of our action for them. A Service of Union is to take place in members. However, in recent years we have become Downfield South Church on Wednesday 5 September 2012. increasingly dependent on fundraising events to keep our The name of the united congregation shall be Dundee: heads above water. These events make a wonderful Downfield Mains Church of Scotland and the place of worship contribution to the life of the church, not only through the will be at the church presently used by Downfield South. money they bring in, but they provide opportunities for people Dundee Mains Church will be retained for use by church and to get together and have fun, but we should be able to cover community groups and other services of worship. our running costs through our regular giving. Fundraising There will be feelings of excitement within the congregations events can then focus on funding special projects. as they move onward into a new phase for the church but there must too be some feelings of sadness as the old things The Stewardship Season will give everyone the opportunity to pass away. Let us keep the congregations in our prayers. review our regular giving to the church. We ask that you participate as fully as possible in our Stewardship Season MISSION PARTNER activities. Susan Clarke, our Presbytery Mission Partner, finally travelled to Pakistan in May following a delay in the granting of her visa. The Joint Stewardship Workgroup Her first month was spent improving her language skills – Urdu isn’t the easiest of languages to learn! - and she will need some time to become acclimatised both to the weather OUR OFFERINGS SHOW and the cultural expectations – not to mention the day to day  gratitude for all that is received from God; difficulties of intermittent electricity connection and a lack of water OUR OFFERINGS MAKE We are pleased that Morag Hastie had agreed to pass on  a difference to individual lives, the life of the information to us from Susan. We look forward to hearing community and the life of the world through the more of Susan and her work. worship, mission and service of the Church. 6 15 THE GUILD: Session 2012-2013 TALENT, TEA AND TRAYBAKES MUIRHEAD SUNDAY SCHOOL The Guild meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month (at 2.00 Saturday 15th September 1.30-3.00 pm Muirhead Church pm in the Session House, Fowlis) from October to May. We are a small and enthusiastic group. We have a varied The Children of Muirhead Sunday School would like to invite programme and there is usually something to interest you to an afternoon of entertainment provided by themselves everyone. You are most welcome to join this happy group. with an added opportunity to purchase from talented individuals' sales tables. Sunday 14th October 2012 Anyone who wishes to donate craft and handi-work items etc, We start with the Re-dedication Service in Muirhead Church at please contact Heather Brown 580170 11.30 a.m. or Hilary McLean 580498. Admission £3-includes refreshments. Wednesday 24th October 2012 All proceeds to the Church Window Appeal Margaret McVean “Mary's Meals”

Thursday 25th October 2012 Fowlis Village Hall at 7.30 pm: A concert by “The Lydian Singers” This concert is part of the Guild fundraising for National Guild Charitable Projects. Tickets price £6.00 from Guild members.

Tuesday 6th November, 2012

A Visit to Dundee Congregational Guild 2 p.m. in Nicoll Street, Dundee

Sunday Soup at Muirhead Church Wednesday 28th November 2012

Soup Lunch 12.00 noon In Fowlis Village Hall Another soup year for Christian Aid has passed and yet again Tickets price £4.00 from Guild members Afterwards in the Session House at 2.00 pm it has been a great effort from the team of soup makers and David Kelly "Pot Luck" those that enjoy eating it. A wonderful £645:15 was raised. A big thank you to everyone. Wednesday 12th December 2012 We will restart the Soup on Sunday in September 2012. Business Meeting Ena Robbie "Titanic Remembered" Have a Happy Summer.

Reita Wellwood.

14 7 Julian Prayer Meeting MODERATOR’S NEWS!

We meet on the first Saturday of the month SHARING THE LOVE OF JESUS at 10.30am in Muirhead Church hall. Moderator joins Street Pastors at T in The Park All are warmly invited to join us for a time of silent, contemplative prayer. 6 July 2012

Contemplative prayer has been described as listening for The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of God; opening ourselves to God; waiting silently upon God. Scotland and street pastors will be among music fans at T in Other descriptions are meditation, contemplation or ‘the the Park tonight. prayer of quiet’. In contemplative prayer we seek to be aware of the presence of God and to remain silently and attentively Right Reverend Albert Bogle is attending the gig to see for in that presence. himself the work that street pastors do during festivals such as T in the Park, and if need be, to lend a sympathetic ear and It is not just that words are unnecessary, but that they may give support to anyone who might need it. even get in the way. Prayer involves listening as well as speaking, but so often we do all the talking and God doesn’t Volunteer street pastors are an inter-denominational Christian get a chance to talk with us! organisation and are a regular sight at weekends in cities Being with other people who meet regularly to pray in silent including Edinburgh, Falkirk, Perth and Stirling. contemplation can also be a great help and encouragement. There is no right or wrong way to pray, for example one The specially trained volunteers and Mr Bogle will not be person may silently offer to God whatever lies on their heart, preaching the Gospel but will be there to listen, care, show another may prefer to simply ‘be’ in the quietness, while and share the love of Jesus with revellers wanting to talk to another may find the quiet companionship of prayer in a small them. group helpful. Whatever works for you, you are very welcome to join us, as and when you are able. Mr Bogle said: “The church is not about buildings but where the people are. Wherever the people are, that’s where the What do we do? church should be. It’s good for the church to connect with We begin with a short reading or piece of music to help us music, to see where the young people in our society are and focus our attention, and this is followed by about 30 minutes of how they enjoy themselves. silence. We finish with another short reading or piece of music, and perhaps a cup of tea and a biscuit! “Street pastors is not about do-gooders telling people off. It’s

about being there just in case anyone needs help and them For more information you can contact Lynne Bingham 581612 having someone around who they know they can trust.” or look at the Julian Prayer website: www.julianmeetings.org

13 8 www.churches-flandlm.co.uk

This is the address of our new web site. A few months ago a committee of five members set about designing a web site for the two congregations. The site is slowly taking place and improvements are being made all the time. We encourage you to look at the site and put it into your favourites. The more traffic the site attracts means we will appear further up the list in search engines. We hope to include the history of the parishes as well as up to date information and each week we include the various church events. The site will also give you information on how to contact the minister, reader, various members of session as well as the convenors of the work groups. So please look at the site and use it to keep yourself informed of the life of our churches.

HOLIDAY CLUB

MILLENNIUM HALL MONDAY AUGUST 6 – FRIDAY AUGUST 10 10am – 12noon

All Primary age children welcome

Stories; songs; drama; craft; games; snack Gravestones £1.50 per day

Angus Council has been inspecting the gravestones in Our teams of volunteers are set Lundie, Fowlis and Liff graveyards. we have fantastic stories to tell They have identified gravestones which are in need of repair more than 40 children have already signed up and have posted lists at the entrance to the graveyards. It’s going to be a great week! We encourage you to look at these lists and check if your family’s stone is noted.

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