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Parish Profile – Aberluthnott and Laurencekirk Parish Profile – Aberluthnott and Laurencekirk August 2019 Parish Profile – Aberluthnott and Laurencekirk August 2019 Contents 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................. 2 2 OUR COMMUNITIES ...................................................................................................................... 2 3 OUR VACANCY ............................................................................................................................... 4 4 OUR BUILDINGS ............................................................................................................................ 6 5 THE MANSE ................................................................................................................................. 10 6 DICKSON HALL............................................................................................................................. 10 7 STATISTICS ................................................................................................................................... 12 1 Parish Profile – Aberluthnott and Laurencekirk August 2019 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Parish Profile of the linked charge of Aberluthnott with Laurencekirk and thank you for taking time to read about us and our vacancy. We are part of the Presbytery of Kincardine and Deeside. We are located in the historic county of Kincardineshire, which is now part of Aberdeenshire Local Authority area, and which borders the county of Angus in a scenic, rural part of Scotland. 2 OUR COMMUNITIES The principal village in the charge is Laurencekirk, which is situated in the heart of the Howe o' the Mearns, a low-lying district in north east Scotland which is a natural extension of the Vale of Strathmore and whose name in Scots means 'Valley of the Mearns'. View of Mearns from Garvock Hill This fertile valley is dominated by agriculture and is famed for its old red sandstone clay soil. While agriculture remains the main industry, the area's close proximity to Aberdeen has resulted in a population growth with many residents making the short commute to Aberdeen, which is approximately a 30-minute drive northwards, or a short train journey from the local railway station, for work in oil related industries. Dundee is approximately a 40-minute drive or train journey to the south, while nearby are the larger population centres of Stonehaven to the north and Montrose and Brechin to the south. Air links using Aberdeen International Airport are within easy reach. 2 Parish Profile – Aberluthnott and Laurencekirk August 2019 Of the villages within the two parishes, Laurencekirk has experienced the greatest population increase. Its current population is around 3,0401, with planning permission for several hundred more new houses. A relatively small parish in terms of its geographical size (approximately 5 miles by 3 miles), it is the main service centre for the area with a range of shops and small supermarkets, public houses, coffee shop, Health Centre, GP surgery, two nursing homes, veterinary hospital, industrial estate and business park, railway station, Fire Station and a modern, recently completed Community Campus which accommodates secondary education to 6th year level for 650 students, library, Police Station, community facilities, and a fitness centre. Primary education for around 330 pupils is located in another part of the village and pre‐school educational and nursery facilities are also in place. Other Churches in the village are the Scottish Episcopal Church and the City Church, with which ecumenical relationships exist. There is also a small Brethren group in the village. View of Laurencekirk from Garvock Hill In the parish of Aberluthnott, which covers an area of approximately 8 miles x 6 miles, the main settlements are Marykirk, approximately 4 miles south east of Laurencekirk and adjacent to the border with the county of Angus at the River North Esk. With a population of approximately 350, it has a primary school with a roll of 41 pupils and a hotel. Luthermuir is approximately 5 miles south west of Laurencekirk and 4 miles west of Marykirk. With a population of approximately 350, it also has a primary school with a roll of 65 pupils, restaurant, hotel and a small Gospel Hall. Close to Luthermuir is the small community of Edzell Woods. Historically, it was a Ministry of Defence site (RAF Edzell) then, until 1997, a site for the US Navy. In 1999, the 144 houses on the site were sold and the community known as Edzell Woods was created. There are leisure facilities available locally as well as sporting activities such as fishing, golf, rugby and football. All three communities have many active clubs, events and other activities which are listed on the AB30 website which also gives more information about the history of our area. 1 NRS Population estimates for settlements and localities in Scotland mid‐2016 3 Parish Profile – Aberluthnott and Laurencekirk August 2019 3 OUR VACANCY Our vacancy has arisen through circumstances which are very unusual and have been difficult for our communities. We need to share with you, as much as we can, the background to our situation which has existed since March 2015, ultimately leading to our vacancy and being granted permission to call a new Minister, in full tenure, in June 2018. Our previous Minister served us diligently and faithfully from 2001 until March 2015. We were a vibrant linked charge, enthusiastic, welcoming and supportive to all, and at the heart of the communities we serve. Attendance at morning worship was healthy – in March 2015, typical numbers attending worship were around 50 – 60 in Laurencekirk, 20 in Marykirk and 20 in Luthermuir. Like most Churches, membership and attendance was declining for the same reasons as other congregations and Churches, but outwith worship, outreach was very strong and well received. Involvement in schools and nursing homes, by way of services, visits and inputs, was encouraged and well received. Messy Church, held monthly on a Sunday late afternoon, was hugely popular and successful. There were a range of other activities in our communities which our Churches were at the heart of. In March 2015, our Minister went on sick leave and as a result of circumstances coming to the attention of the Church authorities and public bodies, was administratively suspended in June 2015. This suspension remained in place until late 2017 when our Minister was formally suspended. In early 2018, the pastoral tie was severed, leading ultimately to the linked charges being declared vacant. During the course of this very sad and regrettable period, our Minister faced criminal proceedings and sentencing, as well as a Church of Scotland investigation and sanctions. These events have been difficult for everyone – for our former Minister and his family, for the congregations, office bearers and for the wider communities. The impact of this unforeseen series of events has been devastating. It is difficult for us to describe in a few short paragraphs what this has meant but it has divided the congregation and it has divided the community. Attendance at morning worship in Laurencekirk has collapsed; not so in Marykirk and Luthermuir, where the impact of the situation has been less. Yet, on a positive note, though attendance has dropped, those remaining have walked together in faith, and have continued their work in His name. There are many examples of how this can be evidenced as we have come together in the belief and certainty that God has a plan for us. Fund raising initiatives in Laurencekirk have never been stronger or more successful – the refurbishment of the Great War Memorial window; replacing an area of the Church roof; and a current initiative to refurbish a toilet and kitchen area in the Church being some examples. Cumulatively, tens of thousands of pounds have been raised, or are in the process of being raised, through grants and events. A New Ministry Fund Raising Committee made up of representatives of all three Churches is also actively involved in raising monies to help us as we move towards a new Ministry. At the core of many of the initiatives has been the support, involvement and encouragement of a large section of the community who continue to believe that despite these difficult times – which still exist – and despite the difficult journey we have been on, the Church remains at the heart of our communities and an important part of their lives. 4 Parish Profile – Aberluthnott and Laurencekirk August 2019 Involvement with schools, nursing homes, and other Churches still exists and can be built upon. We acknowledge that our vacancy presents a challenge to any Minister showing an interest in coming to join us. But we know too that the challenge presents an opportunity – to work with us in God's name, to move forward and help restore and heal us, to re-establish our Churches in small communities which show signs of a willingness to help us and be there with us. We know it won't be easy and will take time, but we believe that walking with God, with a Minister leading us to where God wants us to be, we can realise what we seek to achieve. Our vision is to re-establish our Churches at the heart of our communities; to serve God by demonstrating his love and compassion in our interactions with each other and the wider community. We are looking for a Minister who can work with us to realise the opportunities created by expansion of our villages to encourage
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