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Welcome
to the
website for Kiltarlity and
Kirkhill Churches!
The purpose of this website is threefold. Firstly, to keep you informed
about the life and work of our churches. Secondly, to be a useful tool
in sharing news, and thirdly to be a source of further facts relating
to the
mission of the Church of Scotland and its related organisations.
Dear Folks,
 Another year is history
and we find ourselves on the doorstep of a new year with all its
uncertainties and challenges.
A major national item on the calendar in 2011 was the celebration of
the 450th Anniversary of the King James Bible. The contribution of this
bible to the people of the United Kingdom cannot be underestimated.
The year 2011 in both congregations will be remembered as the year of
refurbishment and roof replacement. Thanks to an amazing team and a
determined effort, after fifteen years we have managed to make the
dream of a refurbished church come true in Kirkhill! The result is very
pleasing and we are all happy. The refurbishment bound us together as a
family in a new way, bringing a lot of excitement and expectation,
which is always good for any congregation. I want to thank all and
everyone who made this dream a reality.
We are also very thankful to have been able to replace the Kiltarlity
church roof after seven years of planning. Good progress is also being
made with the fundraising for the roof replacement and we are very
thankful for this. Louisa and I would also like to thank you for
replacing the Manse roof. The Manse is now much warmer!
The two Bible discussion groups are well underway and enjoy meeting
each other around the Bible at the Manse. Small groups are essential to
the church of today for spiritual growth and we are very grateful to
have been able to get these two small groups started. We hope to start
up more small groups.
We all had our sorrows and losses this year in the family. Our hearts
go out to those folks who have lost a mother, father, son, daughter or
a family member. May you experience the consolation of the Lord in a
special way during this Christmas season.
The year 2011 will also be remembered as the year in which the emotions
ran high on the issue of same sex relationships within the Church of
Scotland following the decision of the General Assembly in May.
However, we are relieved that the Church of Scotland cannot agree that
the law in Scotland should be changed to allow same-sex marriage.
The New Year is around the corner causing all sorts of emotions such as
uncertainty, fear, and anxiety. Let us remind each other of the
comforting words of Joshua (1:9) before the people of Israel moved into
the Promised Land: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be
terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with
you wherever you go.”
May the good Lord surprise you round each uncertain corner of life with
His mercy and presence in 2012.
Greetings from the Manse.
Kobus
and Louisa
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