News and Articles
The works in the porch and former visitor centre are now complete. The new "Story of Greyfriars" (former museum) is also almost complete. Both areas have been completely transformed. The porch is now a bright and welcoming space and positively encourages visitors into the Kirk. Once in the Kirk, the "Story of Greyfriars" will provide information on all aspects of the Kirk from its inception to the modern day. The space is beautifully presented and will be a valuable tool in developing our educational activities. Below are some before and after photos showing the transformation.
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The Passion Walk is an imaginative journey through the streets of Edinburgh, in which the city becomes the backdrop for the story of Christ's Passion. At significant places, a printed booklet or audio guide will invite you to enter into the events of Jesus' final hours. It is an opportunity to experience the Easter story in a new way, to notice afresh some of the ways in which it touches our lives.
Starting from Greyfriars Kirk, George IV Bridge
Friday 6th April (Good Friday) 11am - 2pm
Saturday 7th April (Holy Saturday) 11am - 2pm
You are invited to collect...
The Elders of Greyfriars Highland and Tolbooth Kirk have been discussing better ways of supporting and communicating with the congregation. If you would like to give us your views – please print out and complete this questionnaire. The return address is given at the foot of the questionnaire.
If you would like to participate in this survey please click here - QUESTIONNAIRE
Thank you!
In January 2012, work began on the development of the porch entrance area to the Kirk. Our aim is to create an open, welcoming, clutter free space that will encourage more visitors to the Kirk. The programme of works is expected to last for 10 weeks. Most of the disruptive works will take place in early January and completion is expected by 23rd March 2012, assuming no delays due to weather or late delivery of materials.
Please rest assured that the planned works will not affect activities within the Kirk, except some temporary access through the porch area.
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If you are inspired by our congregations example and vision and would like to make a donation to support what we do, it has never been easier. Click on the Just Giving button on the website and then click the "make a donation" tab. By choosing to make a monthly or one-off donation, you'll be making a real difference.
The latest isssue of the Kirk magazine will soon be available for download. Contact the office on 0131 225 1900 if you want a copy via email immediately.
To support the Kirk Flower Fund. the Flower Team is holding a Floral Demonstration, workshop and Coffee Morning on Saturday 5th November at 10.30am in the Church. Tickets cost £7.50 and will cover the cost of some materials, teas, coffees and home baking. The guest demonstrator is Jean Dougherty, Secretary and Treasurer of the Morningside and Newington Floral Art Club. She is also an Area Demonstrator for NAFAS (National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies).
Tickets available on the door.
Saturday 17th December 7.30pm - Jubilo Choir 30th Anniversary Christmas Concert
Sunday 18th December - 6.00pm Greyfriars Carol Ceilidh
See calender for full details of all events.
Grassmarket Community Project (GCP), a partnership between the Grassmarket Mission and Greyfriars Kirk, was founded to work with homeless people, and now extends its services to adults who experience a lack of opportunity and aspirations for different reasons. A group of men hoping to overcome adversity are looking to the beautiful game to boost confidence.
Formed this year, the Grassmarket Community Project's GCP United football team involves 11 dedicated members, each of whom used to be homeless.
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Richard and Kate Frazer have recently returned from a very successful visit to Uganda. They visited the Railway Children School in Kampala and the Hope and Glory Foundation associated with the school. In Uganda, only primary education is provided free by the state. For many of the poorest there is little chance of any education after age 12.
Hope and Glory is a vocational centre that provides training in dress making and crafts, as well as business skills in order to give young women a chance to create employment for themselves as they grow to adulthood. It is this to support this...
