Erica Watson
Musical Evenings at St Machar’s
We are planning a series of events at St Machar’s to share our wonderful organ with a wider audience. The first of these Friday 22 January 2016, took the form of an Ecumenical Songs of Praise for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, including Organ Recitals by Gordon Cooper. Dr Heddle led the service. […]
Building repair programme
Since autumn 2014 a programme of repairs to the building has been taking place: work has been done on the roof and woodwork inside the building will be renewed/repaired as required. There is also an ongoing programme of work to improve the grounds. We are very grateful to Stoneywood Scouts and several members of […]
‘Church Open’ mornings
Needing Some Quiet in a Busy Life? On a monthly basis we have been enjoying mornings when our lovely church is open for visitors, friends and anyone interested. There is always a kettle on the go on these occasions. You can come and have a cup of tea/coffee and a chat if you like or […]
First Sunday of the Month Fellowship and Refreshments
St Machar’s has built up a tradition of having refreshments-usually tea, coffee, sandwiches and cakes-after the service on the first Sunday of each month. This can be a pleasant opportunity for newcomers or visitors to get to know us.
Local Community Involvement
We continue to work on the grounds. During 2015 a new area was grassed over and the border looks better now. We are grateful to The Stoneywood Scouts who give the grounds a good annual tidy-up. Several members of the congregation prune shrubs, tidy borders, power-hose slabs and plant bulbs etc. There is always plenty […]