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Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church

@mandwchurch.org.uk

Church of Scotland congregation in the east of Edinburgh. Together we want our Christian faith to make a difference to the way we live. Why not join us? Edinburgh: Meadowbank and Willowbrae Church of Scotland, Scottish Charity No SC000963

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Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church @mandwchurch.org.uk · 7h ago

The theme of our service at 10.30am on Sunday 15 November is "The Life That Stands". 📖 Psalm 1 📖 Matthew 7 verses 13–29 🤝 All welcome! ☕️ Please join us afterwards for tea and coffee. ❓ Alpha continues at 6.30pm on Wednesdays: mandwchurch.org.uk/alpha

A photo of the outside of the Meadowbank & Willowbrae church building. On the left of the path is a notice board with a poster that says "Jesus said 'I am the light of the world'. John 8:12". On the right of the path is a notice board with a poster advertising Alpha, that says "Explore life, faith & meaning. Try Alpha. Join us here on Wednesdays for dinner at 6.30pm". There is a URL and QR code leading to the Alpha page on our website.

Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church @mandwchurch.org.uk · 2d ago

All welcome at our coffee morning on Saturday 14 November!

Coffee morning, 10am-12pm, Saturday 14 November. Meadowbank and Willowbrae church hall, 83 London Road, EH7 5TT.

Edinburgh: Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church of Scotland, Scottish Charity No. SC000963.

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 18h ago

As we go from here,
how will we return to God's world?
We go like wise bridesmaids with extra oil in our lamps -
filled with patience, love and wisdom, blessed by God to be servants of peace.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 18h ago

The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 2d ago

Giver of all good things,
as we offer our money and our time, today we offer too our remembering, our ways of thinking about the world.
Help us to be hopeful and forgiving in our patterns of thought; imaginative and creative in our plans for building peace.
So we dedicate ourselves to You again, with deep thanks that You always remember us.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church @mandwchurch.org.uk · 2d ago

All welcome at our coffee morning on Saturday 14 November!

Bethany Christian Trust @bethanychristiantrust.com · 3d ago

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Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 3d ago

Thank You God for helping us
when we have been at war with ourselves; for the friend who has spoken gently, the stranger who checked if we were ok.
For all the ways that peace still prevails and conflict is averted, we thank You God.
Help us to embody the peace You desire, for the sake of all Your people and in the name of Your son, our Saviour Jesus, Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 3d ago

War tarnishes and ever grows dim;
those who love war and look for war can easily find war. War is quick to make itself known to anyone who desires war.
To desire war is to love war; to love war is to break laws; to break laws is to be certain of killing; killing will not bring you close to God.
This desire for war can prepare you to lose a kingdom.
So then, you who rule nations, if you value your thrones and symbols of authority, do not honour war so that you may not lose everything.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church @mandwchurch.org.uk · 3d ago

We are delighted to hear this good news from our neighbours at @larchcofs.bsky.social ! Congratulations to the Leith St Andrew's Trust and every blessing for the future!

Leith & Restalrig Church@larchcofs.bsky.social · 4d ago

Good news about the former Leith St Andrew’s building We are delighted to be able to tell you that Leith St Andrew's Trust has been successful in its funding application to buy the former Leith St Andrew's building. Over the next few months, legal work will progress to pass ownership to the Trust.…

Bethany Christian Trust @bethanychristiantrust.com · 5d ago

In partnership with St Stephen's Comely Bank, our Christmas Market is back! Friday 4th December 4pm-7pm Saturday 5th December 10am-2pm https://www.caringchristmastrees.com/market #ChristmasMarketEdinburgh #FestiveShopping #EdinburghEvents

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 5d ago

God of peace, what must we urgently learn today? We must urgently learn to transform cultures of militarism and resist the normalisation of war.
We must urgently learn to stay at the table of negotiation, diplomacy, mediation and compromise. We must urgently learn to stop spending billions on weapons and direct money to development assistance.
God, have mercy on us for failing to organise society in ways that keep us human.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church @mandwchurch.org.uk · last wk.

☕️ You are very welcome to stay for tea and coffee afterwards. ✝ The church sanctuary will be open for quiet contemplation from 10am–12pm on Remembrance Day, Wednesday 11 November.

Remembrance Day 11 November. Church open 10am - 12 noon for quiet contemplation. Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church of Scotland.

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 6d ago

God of autumn days,
with us in the lengthening nights, faithfully loving this revolving earth, we know You are near when peace breaks out.
This is Your desire - that we do not live in fear; that we are not suspicious or scathing of each other; that we live well, side by side, respecting and making room for each other.
Thank You God, for all that we enjoy when peace breaks out.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 7d ago

Wisdom shines bright and never grows dim.
Wisdom begins with the sincere desire to learn.
On this difficult day of Remembrance, what will we dream of with God?
We dream of a world free from war.
We dream of people learning the ways of peace.
We dream of God's wisdom, alive in human hearts and minds.
So help us God, as we come to You in worship.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · last wk.

Lord God, when we are feartul of the unknown, give us courage.
When we worry that we are not up to the task, remind us that you would not call us If you did not believe in us.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Bethany Christian Trust @bethanychristiantrust.com · last wk.

The Welcome Centre in Edinburgh is struggling to find enough volunteers to cater evening meals for guests. We would be looking for teams of 3-6 people who would be willing to source, cook and serve a two course meal. Please email welcomecentreadmin@bethanychristiantrust.com

The Church of England @churchofengland.org · last wk.

'For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him God was pleased to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, by making peace through the blood of his cross.' Colossians 1.19-21 📍 St Peter's, Bury

An ornate stone altar featuring a central white cross set against a background of golden mosaic tiles. On either side of the cross, there are intricate carvings of winged figures.

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · last wk.

Loving God of those who journey.
Guide their steps to solid ground, bring them to the other side.
Engender the political will for sate crossings and arrivals
and empower our desire and means to provide sanctuary, we pray.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church @mandwchurch.org.uk · last wk.

The theme of our Remembrance Sunday service on 8 November is "Where Peace Begins". 📖 Micah 4 verses 1–5 📖 Matthew 5 verses 38–48 ⌚ The service will begin slightly later than usual, at 10.50am. The church doors will be open at the usual time, so there's no need to worry if you come by bus.

Remembrance Sunday 8 November. Service begins at 10.50am. Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church of Scotland.

Bethany Christian Trust @bethanychristiantrust.com · last wk.

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Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · last wk.

Lord, You walked with others on difficult pathways.
You travelled in boats on rough seas, and calmed storms.
We pray for all setting out from their homes this day,
who face dangerous crossings, evading mines, guntire or persecution.
Who climb into trucks or small boats taking their children to seek safety and longing for belonging, a place to lay their heads but face uncertain arrivals.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 2w ago

Lord, watch over those who have lost their homes.
All who spent this night in tents, another night of cold and instability, who face another day, beginning many days of an uncertain future with no land of promise.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

The Church of England @churchofengland.org · 2w ago

'Therefore, my beloved, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, because you know that in the Lord your labour is not in vain.' 1 Corinthians 15.58 📍 Bradford Cathedral

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 2w ago

Lord, comfort us, re-create us.
Call us forward
In Your power and gentle presence, to live a life worthy of God.
Amen.
The Church of Scotland

Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church @mandwchurch.org.uk · last wk.

Our Baby and Toddler Group won't be running on Thursday 12 November, but we'll be back the following week and looking forward to seeing everyone again!

Baby and Toddlers Group. Thursdays 10am-12pm. £3 per session. Snacks, toys, books, and lots of fun. No group on 12 November. Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church of Scotland.

Meadowbank & Willowbrae Church @mandwchurch.org.uk · last wk.

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 2w ago

Oldmachar Church @oldmacharchurch.bsky.social · 2w ago

Let your light shine.

THE LIGHT SHINES IN THE DARKNESS, AND THE DARKNESS CAN NEVER EXTINGUISH IT.
JOHN 1:5

Church without Walls @churchwow.bsky.social · 2w ago

Coming soon from the Contemplative Collective, a series of Friday evening meditations via Zoom, throughout the Nativity Fast: "Listening in the Dark".