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‘Our aim is to draw closer to God and to each other, so that, through us, He can make known to all people the joys and challenges of following Jesus’ Vision Statement

Summer 2014 Page 1 Libertonkirk.net page page 93B Rainbows 28 Our page 23 August Diary 19 Pros and Cons of helping others 24 Bible readings for the Summer 8+9 September Diary 20 Blythwood Shoe Box Appeal 13 Sermon Recordings 5 Castle Credit Union 9 Sunday Music Group 14 Change of Address form 34 Take time to Pray 2 Christine Scott 25 Useful ‘phone numbers 35 Congregational News 11 Web Addresses 35 Welcome Desk Rota 15 Crèche Rota 15 World Mission News 26 Crossword for the Summer 10 Youth Report 4/5 Crossword - May answers 34 Elder’s Sunday Duties 21 Music Concerts Flowers 22 Barclay Viewforth Organ Recital 27 Flower Group request 22 Chopin Circle Summer Concert 14 Origin Scotland Symphonic Praise 32 Fresh Start 14 Gateway Cafe 6 Adverts Guild News 9 Alan Johnstone Plumbing 31 July Diary 18 Ascot Decorators 33 June Diary 16 Bluebird Care 30 Libby Cafe development 12 Cello Lessons 34 Liberton Names and Addresses back cover D Whyte Garden Care 28 Life and Work 11 HCC Electrical 29 John Cameron Blacksmith 33 Messy Church 25 Julie Bell Piano Care 29 Messy Church volunteers 21 Lemon Squeezy Driving School 30 Minister’s letter 3 Local Garden Services 32 Neighbourhood Scheme 21 Origin Scotland 32 Organ Music in Church 6+7 Toddlers Groups 31

Be to us, O Holy Spirit, breath for our being, purity for our souls, healing for our wounds, fire for our hearts and light for our path, that with all creation we may rejoice in your presence; now and for ever. Amen. Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179)

Jesus, abject and despised, let us not be ashamed to follow you. Jesus, hated and persecuted, let us not be afraid to walk in your footsteps. Jesus, blasphemed and condemned, let us be counted your friends. Jesus, mocked and scourged, let us bear all things patiently. Jesus, crowned and derided, let us not be overwhelmed by our injuries and grief. Amen. John Wesley (1703-1791)

Page 2 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 Heart and Soul is the name given non-church goers who happened to to the annual gathering of the wander off the streets. Church of Scotland in Princess Street This year, at the request of Gardens on the Sunday afternoon of various people, we decided give it our General Assembly week. It’s an another go. I remember having a chat event where you can find out what is with David McNeish, our assistant, going on in the Church in general, and about the sort of thing we could do in individual churches (who are en- with our tent. We wanted it to be couraged to hire their own tents and something that would be accessible to tell their own stories). It’s also a good anyone who happened to be wander- place for bumping into people from ing past – even a worse-for-wear football supporter. all over the country and beyond, and We thought about a music tent, a marked improvement on the old but we didn’t want to compete with Garden the other musical events and per- Party; formances that were going on. In the replacing end we decided that something that the had really helped following the trag- formality edy at Liberton High School might be and the of wider value. Our tent was to be a queues for tea and cakes with the safe place. Somewhere passers-by atmosphere and ethos of a carnival. could stop and spend time with God. I have to admit that my We also wanted to keep it simple - experience of Heart and Soul was a table with a basket full of candles, somewhat tarnished a few years ago some background music, paper where when Lindsay and I found ourselves people could write prayers, a tray of wandering its length behind a bunch sand for their regrets, and some of Hearts supporters. Their team had verses from the Bible around the walls just paraded the Scottish cup down (all of which David now keeps in the Princess Street in an open-topped boot of his car). Add to this, a small bus, and they were a bit the worse team of volunteers, to explain what it was about and encourage people to for wear. As we listened to their make the most of it, and we were set bemused comments, we to go. began to wonder who The result, for me, was a very it all was for, and humbling experience. In the course of whether it really the afternoon I watched dozens of was of any people of different ages, back- relevance to grounds, and beliefs going through

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Summer 2014 Page 3 the doors of the tent. The most And what have I learned? That moving encounter was when a young God can make his presence known in woman with no living church connec- the unlikeliest of places – even in a tion came out in tears, having recently tent in Princess Street Gardens. If you lost two members of her family. have any stories to share of the A team member was on hand to places where you have encountered listen to her story and to offer to God over the summer, pray with her in a quiet place – an please let me know. offer that was welcomed. Much love,

Gracemount Primary School’s new Head Teacher, Mr Dimeck, and I were speak- ing to pupils at assembly about how to turn a negative event into something positive. The example I used from the bible was when Jesus cleared out the money-changers from the Temple in order to let people worship God more closely. A great example in that school is the fund raising and awareness work that Primary 5 Classes have been doing, following a project on damage to the Brazilian rain forest. Their keyrings are such a simple way to raise funds and awareness of this complicated problem. As our community still comes to terms with the loss of Jamie Skinner, local pupil Chloe Yeung wanted to organise a benefit concert with local acts, in Jamie’s name, for the British Heart Foundation. To her huge credit, Chloe booked the acts, made the running order, publicised the event and sold all the tickets her- self. We at Liberton Kirk hosted the event and ran the hospitality for her. Muir Twigg, Rachel Willis and Brad Laing deserve thanks for their pivotal role in an event which highlighted a great cause, and raised over £500. It brought com- fort to Jamie’s family, and empowered dozens of local teens as they sang and danced in Jamie’s memory. It is worth noting that Chloe is 14 years old.

As some of our young people are now searching for more than just our bible study on Sunday evenings, Alex Foster has recently started a new discipleship group for them. This group allows 3 or 4 of them to go deeper into what it really means to follow Christ and to be his disciple. This group meets every Monday at a young person’s house straight after school. It is exciting to see new opportunities continuing to grow for the young people of Liberton Kirk and the local area.

It was a lovely month in our Sunday clubs as we focused on what the story of Easter means to us as Christians. This was my first Easter at Liberton Kirk, and I

Page 4 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 loved every part of it, from the Good Friday services to a daffodil-covered cross on Sunday morning. After that, we moved right into preparing for our Sunday Clubs Open Day, which happened on May 11. The children helped run the first part of the service as an energetic "Sunday Buzz" for the entire church, and then afterwards, everyone came across to enjoy some homemade soup, bacon rolls, crepes, home baking, and more for lunch. There were also various stalls such as a photo booth, face painting, a lucky dip, and hand-decorated flower pots to help raise money to sponsor a child through Watoto Children's Fund, a ministry in Uganda. At the end of the day, we raised over £480 towards this! Thanks to all who were in- volved, whether planning or attending. Soon several children will be promoted to new clubs in June, as the school year wraps up. And before we know it, we'll be hosting Summer Buzz, our summer holiday club, for many children in our church and the community! God bless, and enjoy the sunshine !

I can't believe it's June already and the preparation for the Summer Camps and activities are starting. I'm so excited to get more involved this year in some of the planning. I can't believe that last year at this time these events helped me to jump right into all the work that's going on here, being able to meet, and get to know so many of the young people who are coming along. So please join in the prayer event on the 13th June from 8pm-8am to lift up Stage’n’Slam, Middle Park, Summer Buzz, the prep and hangouts and in general the young people of our Edinburgh area in prayer.

Remember Summer Buzz Club in Liberton Kirk Centre from 4th to 10th August

“Our Page” is on page 23 this month. ED

CDs of Sunday Sermons are available from Derek Jardine. Phone 664 7112; text 07913 265 912; email [email protected]

The Gateway is a relaxed café in the Kirk Centre where you can meet friends for a cuppa, have a meeting, read a book or study for exams. Open throughout June, and from mid August. See the diary pages for details of times, and of other cafes that are available. Summer 2014 Page 5 ‘We fear God because of His power over our eternal destiny, yet we do not fear Him, because we are of such great value in God’s sight. The two perspec- tives go hand-in-glove, since they both depend on a right perspective on God’s character. God is almighty and is a protective guardian. Courage is fear that has said its prayers.’ Calum st Before Scheidt Veni Creator Spiritus During R. Vaughan Williams Rhosymedre After Briggs Ricercare Llanfair in a ‘Grand Style’ th Before Lloyd Toplady the Tune of Rock of Ages During TAIZE Veni Creator Spiritus After Buxtehude Komm, Heiliger Geist, Herre Gott th Before Archer Capetown During TAIZE Laudate Dominum After Telemann Fantasia, 2nd Movement nd Before Rawsthorne London New During Taize Stay with us After De Grigny Récit de Basse de Trompette ou de Cromorne th Before Lindeman Wer nur den lieben Gott läßt walten During Fletcher Just a Closer Walk After Krebs Was Gott tut, das ist Wohlgetan

‘The rain falls on good as well as bad soil, but with different results. The clever technique and radical nature of the meaningful stories of Jesus are often lost through familiarity. God as sower suggests that there are various possibilities of results for the sown seed: an automatic, standard response prescribed by dry religion will not yield fruit. “Make sure your soil is good,” says Jesus.’ th Before Shearing Amazing Grace During Fletcher St. Bernard After Gárdonyi Be Thou my Vision th Before J.S. Bach Pastorella, 1st Movement During Taize Veni, Creator Spiritus After Lang Regent Square

Page 6 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 th Before Bach Wer nur den lieben Gott läßt walten During Taize Ostende Nobis After Michel Lobe den Herren, den mächtigen König th Before J.S. Bach Jesu, meine Freude During Rawsthorne London New After Puitti Nun Danket alle Gott

‘No-one said being a disciple of Jesus would be easy. If we choose the path of least resistance, the wide and easy road that our instincts desire, we risk finding ourselves en route to a rewardless, unfulfilling, empty existence. The challenges of the way of Christ involve serving others, enduring hard- ship and even persecution or death; but we walk in the light and hope of the eternal reward of resurrection life into which Christ calls us.’ rd Before Brahms S chmücke dich, o liebe Seele During Taize O, Lord, Hear my Prayer After Nixon Hyfrydol th Before Lang St. Peter During Taize Da Pacem Domine After Clérambault Basse et Dessus de Trompette th Before Bach Wer nur den lieben Gott läßt walten During Taize Ostende Nobis After Michel Lobe den Herren, den mächtigen König th Before J.S. Bach Jesu, meine Freude During Rawsthorne London New After Puitti Nun Danket alle Gott st Before Shearing Amazing Grace During Taize Da Pacem Domine After Clérambault Basse et Dessus de Trompette

Summer 2014 Page 7 Week commencing June 1st June 8th June 15th

Matthew 7:13-29 Matthew 9:35-10:16 Matthew 10:17-42 Psalm 1 Jeremiah 1:4-19 Acts 7:54 - 8:3 Psalm 73 Ezekiel 2:1 -3:15 Romans 7:7-25 Amos 6:1-7 Joel 2:28-32 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Romans 3:21-31 Luke 1:67-80 2 Corinthians 4 Galatians 1 :1-10 Acts 10 Philippians 1:12-30 Revelation 2:1-7 1 Thessalonians 2+3 Philemon June 22nd June 29th July 6th

John 6 Mark 8: 27-9:1 John 6:25-40 Genesis 19 Matthew 1:18-25 Exodus 16 Exodus 32:1 -33:6 Matthew 12:15-21 Psalm 52 Joshua 7 John 3:22-36 Psalm 91 Psalm 38 Acts 4:1-22 Matthew 14:13-21 Psalm 137 Colossians 1:15-23 Romans 6:1-14 Hebrews 2 Revelation 3:14-22 Hebrews 10:1-18

th th th July 13 July 20 July 27

John 8:12-20 John 10:1-10 John 10:11-20 Genesis 1:1-5 Genesis 8 Leviticus 22:17-33 Psalm 27 Exodus 12:1-42 Isaiah 53:4-10 Psalm 119: 105-112 Isaiah 9:1-7 Psalm 51 Matthew 5:13-16 Matthew 25:31-46 Hebrews 10 Acts 9:1-19 Romans 8 Revelation 5 Revelation 21 Revelation 22 Psalm 23 August 3rd August 10th August 17th

Genesis 1:31- 2:4 John 11:17-27 John 14:1-14 Exodus 20: 8-11 2 Kings 4:8-37 1 Kings 8:16-46 1 Kings 19:1-12 Psalm 116 Psalm 119:9-16 Psalm 42 Matthew 27:62-28:15 Matthew 13:1-23 Psalm 46 1 Corinthians 15 John 3;1-21 Psalm 84 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 Acts 4:12 Matthew 8: 23-27 Revelation 21 1 John 1 What verses have been a revelation to you during June? What Bible verses have you treasured during July? What verses have challenged you during August? Page 8 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 August 24th August 31st

John 15:1-7 Matthew 16;13-20 Romans 6:15-23 Genesis 3 Romans 12 Genesis 32:22-32 1 Corinthians 5 Job 42:1-6 2 Corinthians 2;5-11 John 3:1-23 Galatians 5;16-26 Acts 21:37- 22;`21 1 John 2:28- 3:10 Revelation 1:9-20

The local churches have a dedicated team of volun- teers manning a collection and information point at Gilmerton Community Centre on Monday afternoons and Thursday evenings. At the moment the Thursday evening slot is only once a month, but we would like to open every Thursday from 6 to 7.30pm. We would also like to do more publicity work, manning stalls in shop- ping centres and at open events. To do this we need some additional volun- teers, willing to talk to people about what a Credit Union is and what benefits there are from joining. They would of course receive some training and get a chance to ask any questions themselves first. If you might be willing to help either on Thursday evenings on a rota or occasionally with publicity please contact Jacqui Sanger on 666 1006. (Jacqui belongs to St. Catherine’s) People at Liberton Kirk already involved with Credit Union matters are David Lamb, Ruth Davies, Dorothy Morrison and Elizabeth Stott, and any of these people would be happy to tell you about it.

The evening guild enjoyed their outing on the Monday 5th May to Abbotsford House. There was time to explore the small shops in Melrose and a visit to Melrose Abbey before we had High Tea at the George and Abbotsford Hotel. Everyone enjoyed their tea especially the delicious home baking. The afternoon guild enjoyed an afternoon at The Gillies Centre, Strathearn Road on the 20th May. The members also enjoyed the home baking and would recommend the centre to everyone. The guild will resume in October and we look forward to seeing you then. Information re the starting date will be in the October Magazine. Eleanor Grieve (Secretary) 672 2478

Summer 2014 Page 9 1 See 23 Across 3 Where the thief on the cross was told he would be, with Jesus (Luke 23:43) (8) 8 Invalid (4) 9 Blasphemed (Ezekiel 36:20) (8) 11 Adhering to the letter of the law rather than its spirit (Philippians 3:6) (10) 14 Shut (Ecclesiastes 12:4) (6) 15 ‘This is how it will be with anyone who — up things for himself but is not rich to- wards God’ (Luke 12:21) (6) 17 Mary on Isis (anag.) (10) 20 Agreement (Hebrews 9:15) (8) 21 Native of, say, Bangkok (4) 22 Deaf fort (anag.) (5-3) 23 and 1 Across ‘The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of — to work it and take — of it’ (Genesis 2:15) (4,4)

1 Struggle between opposing forces (Habakkuk 1:3) (8) 2 James defined this as ‘looking after orphans and widows in their distress and keeping oneself from being polluted by The Bible version used in the the world’ (James 1:27) (8) crossword is the 4 ‘The one I kiss is the man; — him’ (Matthew 26:48) (6) NIV. 5 ‘Be joyful in hope, patient in — , faithful in prayer’ (Romans 12:12) (10) 6 St Columba’s burial place (4) 7 Swirling current of water (4) 10 Loyalty (Isaiah 19:18) (10) 12 ‘God was pleased through the foolish- ness of what was — , to save those who believe’ (1 Corin- thians 1:21) (8) 13 Camp where the angel of the Lord slew 185,000 men one night (2 Kings 19:35) (8) 16 ‘There is still — — — Jonathan; he is crippled in both feet’(2 Samuel 9:3) (1,3,2)

Crosswords reproduced by kind permission of BRF and John Capon, originally published in Three Down, Nine Across, by John Capon (£6.99 BRF). Answer in September magazine Page 10 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 The June issue contains articles on

A Church of Scotland minister’s experiences of the American civil rights campaign. Astronaut Jim Dutton describes how seeing the Earth from space impacted on his faith. ackie Macadam learns about environmental funerals and how new options are being offered in death. Lynne McNeil meets the Rt Rev John Chalmers, Moderator of the 2014 General Assembly. Summaries of reports to the Assembly As the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of the First World War approaches, Ron Ferguson reflects on those forgotten by the history books. William Clarke describes how Scotland’s political future was debated at a London church. The development of a new centre of excellence for ministry at Aberdeen University Lynsey Martin, Moderator of the National Youth Assembly, offers a personal insight into her year in office. all the regular columnists, news, reviews, letters and crosswords – all for just £2. at www.lifeandwork.org, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.

I am please to be able to welcome the following new members at Liberton, who have joined us over the past few months. Mrs George Barlee, 8/12 Lasswade Road, , 66 Upper Craigour; , 5 Alnwickhill Court; , 31 Howdernhall Loan, and , 46 The Murrays Brae.

Disjunction certificates have been issued to , 55 Liberton Place and , 8 Liberton Place, and I hope that they will soon find themselves settled in their new congregations. I am sorry to record three deaths this month and send my sympathies to friends and relatives of , 8/4 Lasswade Road; , 43 Gilmerton Dykes Terrace, and , 21 Alnwickhill Crescent.

Summer 2014 Page 11 Here at Liberton we have an excellent record of hospitality, and this last week the go ahead was been given to set up a café which serves both church and community, and ties in with our aim to maintain our place at the centre of the community. The aim in developing the café is to provide a place to which all will be made welcome and where good quality food and drinks are served at competitive prices. The café will also provide a take away service. The new venture will build on the success of earlier schemes, running a café which would appeal to a wider clientele by offering full commercial café facilities along the lines of that at the Faith Mission. The café will link fully with the aims of the Kirk, showing Christian love in the community and encouraging people in a non-threatening environment to have the opportunity to explore faith in their lives. A new appointment will be made to the Kirk team for a part time Cafe Manager who will be appointed from the beginning of September to develop this venture. The new cafe will launch at the beginning of October and the new cafe manager will have a significant role in deciding how to take this forward successfully. New volunteers will also be needed and this is your opportunity to see how you can be central in making the cafe a success. You are getting the first opportunity to apply for the Cafe manager position and if you would like more details please contact me for a job description and how to apply for the position. If you'd prefer to volunteer please also get in touch. We've set up a small group to take this forward and support the manager in all their work, and we'd really like to hear from you.

Christine Johnson, Cafe support group [email protected] 07905 120 782, 0131 664 7118

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Saturday July 5th at 3pm in St. Andrew’s and St. George’s West Church, George Street, Edinburgh (KLM Church) will accompany Edinburgh-born , soprano, in a recital of songs by R Strauss Rachmaninov Dvorak’s (Gypsy songs), and some Polish arias. has performed in several operas throughout the UK including Michaela in Carmen (Edinburgh Grand Opera), Musetta in La Boheme, various roles in Mozart’s Magic Flute, Don Giovanni and Cosi Fan Tutte, and in concert performances including the Four Last Songs by R Strauss. Natasha won first prize at the Złote Głosy Competition in Warsaw. Alan Graham is an elder at KLM church, previously at Liberton Kirk, and is delighted to announce this special concert to his local community of Liberton. Piano solos by Chopin, Scriabin and Rachmaninov will also be played.

Tickets (£9, £7 concession) from Alan Graham, 0131 658 1437 [email protected], or at the door.

Blythwood Shoe Box Appeal It is that time of year again, when I have to give you prior warning about the Shoebox Appeal. There will be a box in the offering house for any donations of wool that anyone would like to give. The knitting patterns, for hats and puppets ,will be available in September. Thank you, Eleanor Grieve (Guild Secre- tary) 672 2478

Summer 2014 Page 13 The request this month is for Light bulbs (bayonet type), plastic containers to freeze and store food, pillows, and also cutlery, especially tea spoons. The cookery classes at Harrison Park are going well, as is the allotment, although extra help is always welcome. If you are interested, please contact

Kindly note that Fresh Start do not take furniture or TV sets. �� will uplift suitable large items of furniture to sell in their charity shops. You can contact them at 0131 561 8930 �� at Wester Hailes also accept furniture, carpets, etc. Phone 442 2100 I hope that everyone has a lovely summer, and we get some warm dry days. Sylvia Bennett 0131 664 3189

Some people like to call it the Praise Band, but its name is not important! The instrumentalists are, however, an important part of our Sunday Morning worship at the 11 o’clock service. We have been looking for a bass guitarist for some time – we do have a bass guitar; but it needs somebody to play it! We would welcome anybody who would like to join our group who has a little knowledge of guitar playing and would like to try the bass. Please think about it! We would also love to have a permanent acoustic guitar player as part of the Group. We rely heavily on John, our Minis- ter, (and he does like to play!); but he has many other responsibilities, including KLM Church, where he is currently preaching once a month. David our Probationary Minister also helps out, but he is currently at KLM quite often, and will not be with us for that much longer – it’s sad, but that’s what happens with Probationary Ministers! We need somebody who is willing to commit to playing in church on most Sunday mornings, to being there at 10.30am for a run-through, and to come to Gathering for Praise on a Wednesday evening fortnightly, when we practise the music for the next two Sundays. The Group and the Singers really enjoy what they do – it’s great to be able to praise God together, and to lead the people in the pews to worship him. If you can play the guitar please think about offering your gift in this way. Speak to any member of the Group or the Singers if you want to know more. We look forward to hearing from you! Ruth Davies, tel. 664 3608

Page 14 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 Welcome Desk

1st June Tom Baxendale 666 1371 Jill Snowden 07823 335 585 8th June Sally Cuthbert 664 3479 Jean Wilson 664 0368 15th June Margaret Goldie 258 1996 Margot Brandie 664 1637 22nd June Fiona Knight 672 1041 Mary Lonie 664 4052 29th June Evelyn Ogilvie 664 1171 Jane Thomson 664 1512 door (for month of June) Bill Robb

6th July Chris Young 664 6615 door 13th July Sally Cuthbert 664 3479 for month of July 20th July Fiona Knight 672 1041 Helen Colley 27th July Jill Snowden 07823 335 585 663 3757

3rd August Netta Rough 664 6504 10th August Jean Wilson 666 0368 door 17th August Bill Mercer 664 2152 for month of August 24th August Margot Brandie 664 1637 Eleanor Grieve 31st August Tom Baxendale 666 1371 672 2478 Crèche 1st June Jenny Thomasi 8th June Gillian Grant 15th June Anne Shepherd 2nd June Promotional service - crèche in vestry 29th June Vicky McCallum

6th July Linda Skinner 13th July Jenny Thomasi 20th July Jenny Thomasi 27th July Gillian Grant

3rd August Vicky McCallum 10th August Anne Shepherd 17th August Anne Shepherd 24th August Jenny Thomasi 31st August Gillian Grant Anne Shepherd 664 4756

If you have any items of interest about members, or their friends, that you would like to share, please pass details to the Editor, for inclusion in the Congregational News section of the Magazine.

Web Address www.libertonkirk.net Scottish Charity Number SC011602

Summer 2014 Page 15 st (Family service with Crèche)

(with real wine) Theme: Kingdom challenges (Matthew 7.13-29) Preacher: John Young 10.20am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome) 2.30pm – Service at Ellen’s Glen House (SEECAT)

Theme: Hearing God - David Preacher: Anna Krabbenhoft nd Monday 2 10.00am – 12.00pm – Monday Cafe @ The Gateway 7.30pm – Presbytery Review Meeting @ LKC Tuesday 3rd 10.00am – 12.00pm – Coffee Shop @ The Gateway 12 noon-1.30pm – Soup/Sandwiches @ The Gateway 3.00pm – Pram Praise in the Small Hall 5.30-8.30pm – The Gateway Café th Wednesday 4 10.00am-12noon – Coffee @ The Gateway 12 noon-1.30pm – Soup/Sandwiches @ The Gateway 6.00-9.00pm – The Gateway Café 7.00pm – Minister available @ The Gateway 8.00pm – Huddle #1 in McDonald Room Thursday 5th 7.30pm – Alpha Follow-up in the Wilson Hall th MISSIONS SUNDAY

(with Crèche & BBC) Theme: The sending out of the 12 (Mt. 9.35-10.16) Guest Preacher: Mike Parker 10.20am – Prayer Time in the Elder’s Room (All welcome)

Theme: Hearing God - Jacob Preacher: John Young th Monday 9 10.00am – 12.00pm – Monday Cafe @ The Gateway 7.30pm – Appointments Committee @ LKC th Tuesday 10 10.00am – 12.00pm – Coffee Shop @ The Gateway 12 noon-1.30pm – Soup/Sandwiches @ The Gateway 5.30-8.30pm – The Gateway Café th Wednesday 11 12noon-2.00pm – The Soup Pot @ The Gateway 6.00-9.00pm – The Gateway Café Page 16 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 7.00-8.00pm – Minister available @ The Gateway 8.00pm – Gathering for Praise in the church Thursday 12th 7.30pm – Alpha Follow-up in the Wilson Hall th (with Crèche, Sunday Club, CC & BBC) Theme: Jesus teaches about the cost (Mt.10.17-42) Preacher: John Young 10.20am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome)

Theme: Hearing God - Rahab Preachers: Nikki Kirkland & Claire Dow Monday 16th 10.00am – 12.00pm – Monday Cafe @ The Gateway 7.30pm – Kirk Session meets in the Wilson Hall Tuesday 17th 10.00am – 12.00pm – Coffee Shop @ The Gateway 5.30-8.30pm – The Gateway Café 7.30pm – Kirkgate Trust meeting @ LKC th Wednesday 18 11.00am – Pram Praise in the Small Hall 2.30pm – Service at Braid Hills Nursing Home 6.00-9.00pm – The Gateway Café 7.00-8.00pm – Minister available @ The Gateway Thursday 19th 7.30pm – Alpha Follow-up in the Wilson Hall Saturday 21st 9.30am – 12noon – Holiday Club planning @ LKC (tbc) 4.00pm-6.00pm – Messy Church @ LKC

nd (Sunday Club Promotion Service + Crèche) Theme: Lord, to whom shall we go? (John 6.60-69) Preacher: Ray Bain 10.20am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome) 2.30pm – Service at Liberton Hospital (SEECAT)

Theme: Hearing God - Nehemiah Monday 23rd 10.00am – 12.00pm – Monday Cafe @ The Gateway Tuesday 24th 10.00am – 12.00pm – Coffee Shop @ The Gateway 2.30pm – Service at Guthrie Court 3.15pm – Service at Guthrie House 5.30-8.30pm – The Gateway Café th Wednesday 25 6.00-9.00pm – The Gateway Café 8.00pm – Gathering for Praise in the church

th (with Crèche & Summer Sunday Club) Theme: Who do you say I am? (Mark 8.27-9.1) Preacher: David McNeish Summer 2014 Page 17 10.20am – Prayer Time in the Elder’s Room (All welcome)

Theme: Film Night Preacher: David McNeish

July & August - all Sunday Morning services at 10.30am 29 June – 27 July - with Crèche and Summer Sunday Club 3rd August - Holiday Club Sunday 10th August - Sunday Buzz / Sunday Club resumes PLEASE NOTE THAT THROUGHOUT THE FIRST TWO WEEKS IN JULY, THE KIRK CENTRE WILL BE CLOSED DURING THE WEEK

th (with Crèche and Summer Sunday Club) Theme: The ‘Companionship’ of walking with Jesus: I am the Bread of Life (John 6.25-40) Preacher: Ruth Davies 10.00am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome) 2.30pm – Service at Ellen’s Glen House (SEECAT) @ Liberton Northfield for the launch of the Stage ‘N’ Slam Youth Week Wednesday 9th 8.00pm – Gathering for Praise in the church th th

th (Crèche and Summer Sunday Club) Theme: I am the light of the world (John8.12-20) Preacher: Ruth Davies 10.00am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome)

Theme: Abraham and the three strangers Wednesday 16th 2.30pm – Service at Braid Hills Nursing Home th (Crèche and Summer Sunday Club) Theme: I am the gate (John10.1-10) Preacher: John Young 10.00am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome)

Theme: Lot’s story Wednesday 23rd 8.00pm – Gathering for Praise in the church Saturday 26th 9.30am – Holiday Club preparation day th (Crèche and Summer Sunday Club) Theme: I am the good shepherd (John 10.11-20) Preacher: David McNeish 10.00am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome)

Page 18 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 2.30pm – Service at Liberton Hospital (SEECAT)

Theme: Isaac and Ishmael th th

Tuesday 29th 2.30pm – Service at Guthrie Court 3.15pm – Service at Guthrie House

Saturday 2nd 12.30pm – Summer Buzz Club Family Picnic in the Centre Court gardens rd SUMMER BUZZ CLUB FAMILY SERVICE (with Crèche) 10.00am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome) 2.30pm – Service at Ellen’s Glen House (SEECAT)

Theme: Abraham and Isaac Monday 4th 10.00am – 12.00pm – Monday Cafe @ The Gateway Wednesday 6th 7.00pm-8.00pm – Minister available in Kirk Centre 8.00pm – Gathering for Praise in the church Thursday 7th (1.30 for) 2.00pm – Senior Citizens Club Opening Party (Anderson Hall) th SUNDAY CLUB RESUMES WITH A BUZZ (with Crèche) Theme: I am the resurrection and the life (John 11.17-27) Preacher: David McNeish 10.00am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome)

Monday 11th 10.00am – 12.00pm – Monday Cafe @ The Gateway Tuesday 12th 10.00am – 12.00pm – Coffee Shop @ The Gateway Wednesday13th 7.00pm-8.00pm – Minister available in Kirk Centre th (Crèche, Sunday Club, CC & BBC) Theme: I am the way Preacher: John Young 10.00am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome)

Monday 18th 10.00am – 12.00pm – Monday Cafe @ The Gateway 3.00pm – Pram Praise in the Small Hall 5.30-8.30pm – The Gateway Café 7.30pm – Area Group Planning Meeting at KLM Manse

Summer 2014 Page 19 Tuesday 19th 10.00am – 12.00pm – Coffee Shop @ The Gateway Wednesday 19th 6.00-9.00pm – the Gateway Café Wednesday 20th 11.00am – Pram Praise in the Small Hall 2.30pm – Service at Braid Hills Nursing Home 8.00pm – Gathering for Praise in the church rd (tbc) th (with Crèche, Sunday Club, CC & BBC) Theme: I am the Vine (John 15.1-7) Preacher: Ruth Davies 10.20am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome) 2.30pm – SEECAT service at Liberton Hospital

Monday 25th 10.00am – 12.00pm – Monday Cafe @ The Gateway Tuesday 26th 10.00am – 12.00pm – Coffee Shop @ The Gateway 2.30pm – Service at Guthrie Court 3.15pm – Service at Guthrie House 5.30-8.30pm – The Gateway Café Wednesday 27th 11.00am – Pram Praise in the Small Hall 6.00-9.00pm – The Gateway Café th

st (with Scots Communion) (with Crèche) Theme: Celebrating – who do YOU say I am? Preacher: David McNeish 10.20am – Prayer Time in the Elders Room (All welcome)

2.30pm – Service at Ellen’s Glen House (SEECAT)

st Monday 1 10.00am – 12.00pm – Monday Cafe @ The Gateway Tuesday 2nd 10.00am – 12.00pm – Coffee Shop @ The Gateway 5.30-8.30pm – The Gateway Café Wednesday 3rd 6.00-9.00pm – The Gateway Café 7.00-8.00pm – Minister available @ The Gateway th (with Scot’s communion) (with Crèche) 10.20am – Prayer Time in the Elder’s Room (All welcome)

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We have a great team of volunteers at Messy Church but of course they can’t all come every month, and sometimes we can be a bit thin on the ground! Messy Church itself is from 4 to 6pm on one Saturday a month (usually the last), (Messy Church logo and helpers need to be there from 3.15pm at least and © BRF2012) from 6pm to tidy up the mess! Of course you might not be available for the full time some months, and we know that you won’t make it every time, but if you would like to join the team, or find out more about what’s involved, please speak to any of the helpers or to me. You can always come to help on a trial basis before committing to anything regular! Ruth Davies, tel. 664 3608

9-30am service East door east area Eric Brown Sally Cuthbert West door west area Pearl Kelly Sandy Hutchinson north door plate Stuart Fleming Chris Young 11-00am service West door extreme west Jane Thompson Mary Davidson East door extreme east Chris Brandie Chris Brandie North door centre west Christine Johnson Brenda Lamb front gate centre east Janet/Rodger Philp Derek Jardine Gallery west gallery west Rink van Dijke Netta Rough &west plate Gallery east gallery east Netta Rough Bill Robb

10-30 service West door extreme west Janice Wilson Silvia Bennett East door extreme east Helen Sutherland Jacqui Tait North door centre west Betty Boyle Stuart Fleming front gate centre east Chris Boyle Alasdair White Gallery west gallery west Jean Wilson Rink van Dijke &west plate Gallery east gallery east Ann Weir Jill Niven

Any elder unable to attend must arrange a substitute. Alison Walker 664 3631

Neighbourhood Scheme If you need help with shopping or small jobs, please contact Morag on 664 1458, who will try to find someone to help

Summer 2014 Page 21 Church Flowers June

1st June date free 8th June date free 15th June Mrs Helen Colley, 5 Larkfield Road, Eskbank in memory of my mother, Kate Ross of Ravenscroft 22nd June Mrs Shirley Dawson, 25 Yewlands Crescent 29th June date free July

6th July date free 13th July date free 20th July Mrs E Steward, 72 Mayburn Avenue, Loanhead in memory of Wallace Steward 27th July Mrs Pearl Kelly, 5 Stennis Gardens August

3rd August Mr Grant Cook, 4 Cadogan Road in memory of Alaine Cook 10th August Mrs Anne Urquhart, 12 Swanston Crescent in memory of Mrs Agnes Callender 17th August Mrs Ann Grubber, 16 Priestfield Gardens in memory of Alistair W Walker 24th August Mrs Christine Seaton, 110 Mayfield Road in memory of Mrs Bannatyne 31st August date free September

7th September Mrs Jessie Burns, 5 Moredun Dykes Road in memory of James Burns 14th September Mrs Joyce McKendrick, 8 Clerwood Row 21st September Ms Rosemary Leask, 22 Howdenhall Drive in memory of Laura Leask 28th September Harvest Thanksgiving Flower Group request The Group is urgently in need of 2 volunteers to help put flowers in the vases in church, for Sunday services. If you feel that you can help with this, please get in touch with Jean Gray on 0131 258 2081, thank you, ED

Page 22 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 THE FIRST

All the answers to this Bible quiz are the first: either the first thing in a list, or the first person to do or be some- thing. 1 The first man (Genesis, chapter St ALBAN 2)

nd 2 The city where Jesus’ followers St Alban, whose special day is 22 were first called Christians (Acts, June, was the first English martyr, chapter 11) the first English person to be killed 3 The first bird Noah sent out of the for the Christian Faith. ark (Genesis, chapter 3) He lived in Verulanium which was 4 The first woman (Genesis, chap- an important Roman settlement in ter 3) Hertfordshire. At the time the 5 The first person to see Jesus on Romans were persecuting followers the first Easter Sunday (John, of Jesus, and Alban was brave chapter 20) enough to shelter a travelling Chris- 6 What happened on the first day tian priest. Exchanging clothes with of creation (Genesis, chapter 1) the priest so that he could escape, 7 Israel’s first king (1 Samuel, Alban was arrested. chapter 10) When asked to prove his loyalty to 8 The first of the four gospels (New Rome and the Emperor by making Testament) offerings to the Roman Gods, Alban declared his faith in “the true and living God What is a forum ? who created all Two-um plus two-um ! things”. He was condemned to death and had his head cut off. VIII All this happened Why didn’t the two 4s feel like a long time ago dinner? but St Alban is Because they already 8

remembered today in the name of

8. Matthew Matthew 8.

the place where he lived and died; Saul 7. dark and light

lene 6. God made made God 6. lene Magda Mary 5. Eve 4.

Antioch 3. Raven Raven 3. Antioch Verulanium was renamed the city of 2. Adam 1. Answers: St Albans.

Summer 2014 Page 23 The Aid Dilemma All too often these days we find mission fields of South America and debate or criticism in the media about Africa. We also continue to support the value of giving to overseas aid as specific mission partners, such as an we hear so much about corruption orphanage of the Zimbabwe Parents and waste. Whilst the British public of Handicapped Children, which re- always feels a strong moral obligation ceives no national support from their to help out when emergency assis- home country, and Kathleen Burns and tance is needed, some feel that more the Inland African Mission which does should be spent at home in hard eco- sterling work with HIV/AIDS patients nomic times and others have no confi- on the islands of Lake Victoria. dence that any money sent overseas We are further currently support- actually does contribute appropriately ing a student’s attendance at the where it is needed. It is right, there- Alliance School, Nairobi, Kenya, as her fore, that we should not be compla- parents are only subsistence farmers cent to giving to overseas aid. Indeed and live in abject poverty. Such contri- we also have to accept that there is butions, we know, are highly appreci- evidence that government aid can ated as well as being genuinely needed. sometimes do harm as well as good as For sake of clarity, whilst a twinning we do hear of how aid can prop up association with a Church in Malaysia poor government. Should this Aid has been one of our main develop- Dilemma influence our attitude to ments over the past year, we do not supporting our Church Mission Fund? support it financially, though together I hope definitely because our we may well in the future find a com- missionary partners and their work are mon project on which we both work well known to us. They are based on and contribute. personal contact and have strong To support our extensive pro- proven records of service. Likewise, gramme, each year during the month the few international agencies that of June, we ask members of the con- we support such as the Mission gregation and their friends to support Aviation Fellowship or the Watoto our ongoing work by making a dona- Child Care Ministries send us regular tion through the envelope enclosed updates on what they are doing and with the June magazine. At the current we have direct experience of their time we would like to reach a target of work through their ambassadors. around £2000 in the fund. When we We should realise also that we have our Mission Sunday, this year, on belong to a Church which has a strong Sunday 8th June, those attending and very successful record of support services will receive a detailed leaflet for overseas projects. We have given setting out the width of our overseas financial support in the past to one or mission initiatives. We hope that you two of own young adults who have will read it and see just how much felt drawn to work for a period in the Liberton Kirk is doing each year. Page 24 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 Spare copies will be placed on the Welcome desks. Whilst our role is primarily to maintain meaningful support of our overseas mis- sion partners, ranging from personal ser- vice, to prayer and regular communication, funding remains an essential element in what we attempt to do. Your World Mission Team meets regularly to ensure that we are undertaking the right nature and bal- ance of work and we ask you, therefore, to support us by making a personal annual donation. Your envelope can be deposited in the Sunday service offering bag or you can send a cheque to the Church Treasurer, Mrs Judy Weston, 28 Longformacus Road, Edinburgh EH16 6SE. Thank you for reading this message, and for your support and encouragement. Purity, the student that we Sandy Hutchison, Convener. sponsor at School in Kenya

Christine Scott Christine has recently stepped down from the playing of the keyboard for services at Braid Hills home, and I have been asked to express the thanks of all involved for her service in this capacity over the years, which was greatly appreciated. ED

What fun we have had at Messy Church in the Spring! Walking round the halls waving branches just like the crowds in Jerusalem on the first Palm Sunday, and shutting people up in prison like the servant who just couldn’t forgive others even though he had been forgiven! What do we have lined up for the Summer? The dates are Saturday 21st June (please note the (Messy Church logo © BRF2012) last Saturday), and Saturday 30th August, and you can be sure they will be fun. All young families (children 0 – P7) are welcome to come along from 4 to 6 o’clock in the Kirk Centre, particularly if you find it difficult to come to church on Sunday mornings, this is an alternative to try – very relaxed and friendly! Ruth Davies, tel. 664 3608

Summer 2014 Page 25 President Kiir and former Vice-President Machar have now agreed to face to face talks mediated in Ethiopia, the home of the Africa Union. The people of South Sudan have been suffering for nearly 5 months since the conflict started between rival troops loyal to President Kiir and former Vice- President Machar on 15 December. Thousands have been killed and at least 1.2 million people have left their homes, seeking a secure place to live. Members of the churches in South Sudan, including our partner church, the Presbyterian Church of South Sudan, have put pressure on both sides to bring an end to the conflict. Pressure has also come from NGOs and governments. A cease fire is due to come into force today which will let people plant crops, tend to livestock and move to safer areas and allow humanitarian aid to reach more people. Let us keep the people, the situation and the leadership of South Sudan in our prayers at this important time.

PROCMURA, an organisation working to support peace building initiatives between Christians and Muslims in Africa, and supported by the Church of Scotland, has received an award in recognition for its immense contri- bution to peace-building in Africa. The award, of the Golden Rule in Africa, was conferred by the Golden Rule International and United Religions Initiative. The 'Golden Rule' which states permeates all religions of the world. Rev Lesmore Gibson Ezekiel, PROCMURA Programme Officer who received the award, indicated that this will provide added energy in PROCMURA's work for sustainable peace in society between Christians and Muslims

PROCMURA have released a statement in response to the abduction of 250 girls from a school in northern Nigeria by Islamic terrorist group Boko Haram. After extensive and intensive consultations with Christian and Muslim religious leaders in Africa, PROCMURA are calling on the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, as well as presidents of neighbouring countries and the international community to speed up their declared resolve and com- mitment to rescue the girls. They conclude their statement by highlighting their commitment to ensuring Christians and Muslims of goodwill continue to work together to promote the ultimate value of religion, which is to protect life and promote justice and peace for all.

Page 26 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 Celebrity Organ Recital at Barclay Viewforth A quick verse of " Come and join the celebration" ? or perhaps a rousing version of " Happy Birthday to Us" ? or even a noisy rendition of "An organ for me, An organ for me. . ." ? or how about a cocktail of them all to celebrate . . . a) the 150th anniversary of Barclay Viewforth Church, b) the fact that we have a " celebrity " to help in these celebrations, and c) our good fortune in having Dr John Kitchen, City Organist, as the celebrity to give a dazzling organ recital as one of the splendid events held throughout this anniversary year? As organist at Barclay Viewforth I am unashamedly excited about having our fine organ played by an organist of this calibre and reputation. I have heard John play organs all over Scotland, having listened to his many recordings, having heard his vast repertoire, having enjoyed his affable good humour and audience manipulation at his glorious " Get Organised " recitals in the Usher Hall. I am more than pleased to spread the good news about his forthcoming re- cital at Barclay Viewforth Church on Friday, 20th June this year at 7.30 pm when he will delight what I hope to be a large audience of music-lovers. His recitals really are special ! After the recital there will be a chance to mingle, chat and meet Dr Kitchen over wine and refreshments . . . . and all for a mere fiver! This will be a special occasion and one in which I hope you and your friends organisation/club/ association/group will wish to be involved. Please spread the word ,and I and my friends at BV (beside Bruntsfield Links) look forward to giving you a warm welcome.

Hope to see you there. Dennis Deas, Barclay Bruntsfield Organist.

The next issue of the Magazine will be in September 2014. I hope that all members have an enjoyable and relaxing summer break. ED

Summer 2014 Page 27 93B Rainbow Unit Why not Eleanor, Catriona and Lauren advertise your would like to thank everyone who has given us Sainsbury's Active business in the Kid's vouchers. magazine. At the time of this entry we had Contact the collected over 4,200. This means we have been able to get more editor for equipment than we originally details planned. Thank you all very much Prices from only and also for your continuing support for Guiding at Liberton. £6 per quarter page, Eleanor Grieve per issue. Guider 93B Rainbows

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Summer 2014 Page 31 We are delighted to announce that Origin Scotland will this year present all-new , a free service of some of the greatest hymns ever written, accompanied by the Origin choir and orchestra, at on and at on To , please call 0131 208 0095 or book online at our website

Symphonic Praise was last year held in St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral in Edin- burgh. Here are some comments from people who were there:

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Summer 2014 Page 33 If you have moved house recently, or are about to move, please fill in the address slip below and either hand it to your elder, or mail it to the Roll Keeper, Gary Ross, Liberton Kirk Office, 30 Kirkgate, Edinburgh, EH16 6RY Thanks very much Name (s)

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Summer 2014 Page Page 35 35 Minister: Rev JOHN N YOUNG, PhD MA BD(Hons), Liberton Manse, 7 Kirk Park, EH16 6HZ. Tel 664 3067. email: [email protected] Reader: Ruth Davies, 4 Hawkhead Grove, EH16 6LS. Tel 664 3608. email: [email protected] Pastoral Support Worker: Ray Bain, 43 Hawthornvale, Newhaven, Tel 477 4785, Mobile 07982 241 598 Probationary Minister: David McNeish, 2 Provost Milne Grove, South Queens- ferry EH30 9PJ, Tel 07914 432 258, email: [email protected] Youth Worker: Andy Chittick, 15 Gilmerton Dykes Terrace, EH17 8LU. Tel 468 0326 Student Youth Worker: Alex Richards, Tel 07969 647 848, email: [email protected] Session Clerk: Christopher Brandie, 1F1 20 West Savile Terrace, EH9 3EA Tel 668 1850, email: [email protected] Deputy Session Clerk: Rink Van Dijke, 21 Kirk Park, EH16 6HZ, Tel 664 2178, email: [email protected] Treasurer: Judy Weston, 28 Longformacus Rd, EH16 6SE. tel 664 5684. Freewill Offering and Deed of Covenant Treasurer: E J Brown, 14 Liberton Drive, EH16 6NN. Tel 664 5008 Editor of the Magazine: John Gill, 8 Fairmile Avenue, EH10 6RN, Tel 477 9156, email: [email protected] Organist: Calum Gubby, 19 North Gyle Terrace, EH12 8JT. tel 07952 902 292. email: [email protected] Sunday Club Secretaries: John and Linda Skinner 12 Alnwickhill Terrace Tel 258 2889 Church Officer: William Mearns, 30 Kirkgate, EH16 6RY, Tel 672 3576. Convener of Visitors to the Elderly: Morag Fowlie, 7 Gilmerton Station Road, EH17 8RZ, Tel. 664 1458 Hall Secretary and Church Secretary: Jacqui Tait, Church Office, Kirk Centre, Kirkgate, EH16 6RY. Tel 664 8264. email: [email protected] Please note that there is a letterbox at the Office door, if Jacqui is unavailable Hours of Services : 9-30am, 11am & 6-30pm

Services are recorded from time to time for distribution to the housebound. It may be possible to record a service on a one-off basis. Please contact John Young or Ruth Davies if you have a special request. The Minister is usually available in the McDonald Room at the Kirk Centre, on Wednesday evenings between 7pm and 8pm. Appointments can be made by telephone to see him at other times, but please note that he is available through the day on Mondays.

Web Address www.libertonkirk.net Scottish Charity Number SC011602 Page 36 Liberton Kirk Magazine No.631 Data/Publisher/LibKirkJune14.pub Printed at The Dolphin Press, Tel 01592771652 www.dolphinpress.co.uk Published 1st June 2014