Bonnyrigg Parish Church Administration
“A Church at the Heart of the Community”

Welcome to Bonnyrigg Parish Church

 

We are a Church of Scotland congregation based in the centre of Bonnyrigg. Our aim as a congregation is to provide a warm welcome to all who join us. To offer an inclusive, open and affirming ministry, to demonstrate a strong concern for social issues, both in our local community and further afield. We aim to work positively with other church and faith communities. We strive to be a friendly and welcoming church for all.

We would love to welcome you as part of the family of Bonnyrigg Parish Church, remember you do not have to be a member to come along to any of our activities or services of worship. If you want to know more about church membership then please contact the minister who will be only to happy to help 

Thank you to everyone who contributes on a regular basis through their regular offering either electronically or directly at the door. These offerings allow the church to continue to work here in Bonnyrigg and the wider world. More information about how to donate can be found directly here Donate or visit our Giving page.

YF : Serving all churches throughout Bonnyrigg and surrounding area, a warm friendly group for high school aged young people from any church or none.  
 
Youth Drop In : The Youth Drop for teenagers (S1 - S6) to chill out and have fun is held in Cockpen Church Halls on Thursday evenings.  
 
The River: meets on the last Sunday of the month in the Pitcairn Centre at 6:30pm. A time to worship, pray and soak in God's presence together. 
 
Private Prayer Time in Church: Private Prayer time, Wednesday morning 10:00am - 12:00pm. All Welcome 
                      
Private Prayer Space: Our Private Prayer Space is available each morning in the Donaldson Hall (small hall to rear of church halls), Monday to Saturday between 10:00am and 12:00pm. All are welcome to use this space.
 
Pitcairn Centre: The Pitcairn Café is open Monday to Saturday – 10:00am – 12:00pm. Thursdays we will be open until 2:00pm with filled rolls (hot & cold) available. We look forward to welcoming you in for a cuppa and chat. 
 
Monday Morning Meet: Monday Meet is a chance to meet with friends for a cuppa & a chat. Pitcairn Mondays - 10:00 - 12:00. Come along and join in the chat. 
 
Good Grief:  meets on the first Wednesday of the month, 1:00pm - 3:00pm, in the Pitcairn Centre. ALL WELCOME. 
 
Bonnie Buds: Meets on Thursday mornings, school term time, 10:00am till 12:00pm in the Loudon Hall. 
 
Community Pantry:  Our Pop up pantry is every Friday morning 10:30am  – 11:30am, in the Pitcairn.
Donations of non-perishable food for pop-up pantry:  Help us support what can be offered at Friday's pop-up pantry we are seeking donations of non-perishable goods that can be offered to families in need.  Lists of useful items to donate and boxes for donations are available in both the Church and Pitcairn Centre. Boxes will be available in both the Church and Pitcairn Centre for donation. 
 
Pastoral Care Visits: If you know of anyone who is unable to get to church or would like to reconnect with a visit from our minister, Louise or from one of our pastoral care visitors, contact Diane Steel on 07711 133258 or email diane_e_steel@btinternet.com
 
Flower Ministry:  If you know of anyone who you feel would benefit from receiving flowers from the church please contact Evelyn Durham on 07751 337929 or 660 3250.
 
 
Other dates for your Diary :
  • Men's Fellowship meets tomorrow evening, Monday 13 October, at 7.45 pm in the Pitcairn Centre.  The speaker is Carle Murphy on 250 years of Bonnyrigg.  New members welcome
 
  • Guild meets on Tuesday, 14 October at 7.30 pm.   The speaker is David Brown on the Miners' Convalescent Homes.  All welcome.  Please Note that the Capitation fee of £20 is due and a list will be available for the Guild Christmas meal
 
  • The October/November issue of the Newsletter is available for delivery
 
  • Bonnyrigg & Lasswade Local History Society meets on Wednesday, 15 October at 7.30 pm in the Pitcairn Centre.  The speakers are Neil & Helen Stewart on the history of Henry Widnell & Stewart (carpet manufacturers)
 
  • Souper Monday: Restarts on Monday 20th October, 12pm - 2pm in the Pitcarin Centre. Come along a enjoy a free bowl of soup in good company.   
 
  • Blythswood Shoe Box Appeal leaflets are now available hopefully. The last Sunday to have boxes in church is Sunday, 2 November
 
A Hint of Christmas & Christmas Fair 
 
  • A Hint of Christmas : Our Pre Christmas sale : A Hint of Christmas will take place on Sunday 2nd November after the service in the Church. Find that perfect gift from Auld Abe's Wood Turning, handmade goods, Christmas crafts and cards, or purchase a ticket for one of our raffles.  
 
  • Christmas Fair: Our Annual Christmas Fair will be held on Saturday the 29th November, 10:00am to 12:00pm ion the Church Halls:
    • Stalls: Cake & Candy, Chocolate Tombola, Toys, Soft Goods, New Gifts, Jigsaws, Wood Turning, Christmas Crafts and Cards.
 
    • Teas & Coffees available in the Pitcairn Centre along with mince pies, shortbread or a bacon or burger Roll.  
 
    •  Win one of our hampers, guess the weight of the cake or the Doll's birthday?
 

 

Other Notices:

Volunteers to support our Sunday Worship: There is a new rota in the display area for volunteers to take part in worship. We are looking for people to read from scripture, lead prayers for others or offer a children's talks. If you feel you can help with any of these please add your name to the list.

Prayer Shawls: Thanks to all who accepted the challenge and were knitting prayer shawls. Completed shawls should be handed to Pam Thomson 0131 660 3377

Newsletter -Articles for Newsletter: We continue to look for fresh content for future magazines, It could be a favourite hymn/bible reading and why they are important; tales from old and new Bonnyrigg, news of sporting or other events from youth, uniformed or other church groups. Pictures tell a thousand words so pictures are welcome. They may not all be used immediately but can used in future magazine.

Hillwalkers & Ramblers : Schedules of walks for the 2025/26 season are available from the display area of the church.

Used stamps: Please remember to keep collecting used stamps. Proceeds for the 2025 - 2026 stamp appeal is supporting the work of the Al-Ahli hospital in Northern Gaza which is the only Christian hospital in the Gaza strip and Gaza's only cancer hospital. There is a box in the front entrance.

We absolutely love when people get in touch and are very grateful for those who have, please do share your news, your opinions and suggestions. Louise’s email address is LPurden@churchofscotland.org.uk

If you are aware of any members or friends who do not receive this email and would like to receive future ones, please ask them to send their email contact details to Iain Thomson at iain@thomson80.co.uk.

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Virtual Prayer Box

Private Prayer Time on Wednesdays, between 10:00am and 12:00pm.  Even if you do not feel ready to return to Sunday Worship you may find comfort in some quiet time within the Church or if you cant make it please use this Virtual Prayer Box for any of your requests for prayer.

This prayer box is secure and will go directly to the minister.

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Giving

We continue to be grateful to our members who support the work of the church through their Giving.

If you would like to know more about how you may give to the church please visit our Giving page or if you wish to donate directly please  go here Donate .

Blessings

Louise