Quartz
Simon has been part of a team providing chaplaincy services to Dumfries schools for over a decade. This service supports schools in delivering a statutory requirement for schools in Scots law. They are required to provide not just religious education, but also religious observance. This acknowledges the rich Christian tradition present in Scotland, but also […]
Whilst the summer solstice is around the 21st of June, midsummer’s day is traditionally celebrated on the 24th. This is the time when nettles are right for harvesting to use their fibres. We spent an afternoon trying out the process of turning a weed into useful things. We even made a bow drill or two […]
Tuesday 24th June 2025 Nativity of St John Join us to burn the shadows away! (Wordsmith Crafts Workshop, 3 James Avenue, DG2 9AU ///oiled.overnight.blotting) In the afternoon from 14.00 We will be getting together to have a go at making nettle cordage. Through learning about the natural world around us we can re-think the relationship […]
Some images and videos as we stepped from the shadow to warm ourselves in the Sun.
Sunday the 15th of June 2025 As we draw closer to midsummer we meet with each other and God. To seek transformation, to bathe in the green, or just be aware of our curiosity. As is our custom we will gather outside the Crichton chapel at 2pm on the third Sunday of the month. Everyone […]
Songs of Praise This is a Dumfries town tradition. As well as the very noticeable public parade, there is also a songs of praise. This year it will be on Sunday the 15th of June, in Dumfries High school at 19.30 It is organised by the Dumfries Christian Network (DCN)
Those involved in Quartz meet every second week to share a drink, reflect on scripture, and pray. The idea is that if we meet in small groups, about the size that will fit into a living room, then we can get to know each other better. We have a spiritual emphasis, but it is everyday […]
Photos from our monthly gathering Alison led a time of reflection and worship. She would like to thank Anthony from “Church Without Walls” in Wigtown for his inspiration and contribution from a distance! This was followed with Mark teaching those who gathered a lovely Taize chant. We were joined by Sarah from Asheiri and are […]
Do you remember that we helped a group of children and young people from Ukraine find some respite last year? Well the war hasn’t stopped and the Abernethy trust is raising funds to help do it again. You can find out more, with some of the stories about the impact it could have on young […]
We will gather outside the Crichton chapel at 2pm on the 3rd Sunday in May We will read from the book, and creation. This month we will hopefully use music and take rubbings to reflect on #SensingSpirituality and the presence of God. Please dress for the weather! There are no facilities other than what can […]