Quartz
Sunday the 15th of February 2pm We will gather as usual at 2pm outside the Crichton memorial chapel. Please dress for the weather as we will worship with the elements, and sometimes they can be wild! We gather in the expectation of finding Jesus in the place where we gather. This is not a game […]
One of the earliest records of music we have in Europe – released on bandcamp with a fresh remix. This seemed apt for anyone following the winter Olympics and enjoying the mountains as well as the sport. Apparantly written for pilgrims holding a vigil and feeling the need to dance to stay awake. O Virgin […]
This year, at a time when the turning of the wheel is marked by some as “Imbolc”, we travelled west to worship in the wild and celebrate candlemas. Quartz contributed an activity where we all made candles in the ground. This is the prayer we contributed. It should be read, leaving pauses to take advantage […]
Shrove (or Holy) Tuesday at Simon and Kates. We will have a variety pancakes cooking on the evening (gf, vegan, full fat…) But please bring your own, and toppings to share as well. There will be fire, skillets, and stove space available. Get in touch if you need more info.
The bible is a book written for Humans. The focus in the gospel is on humans. However God is the creator of all. When John writes “…and the life was the light of Human beings” he emphasises that the Cosmic Word, the conversation with creation, became incarnate as a human, on Earth. Revelation to see […]
Why is it a familiar experience for many that when Jesus is brought into a chat the conversation often stops? It is true that in the stories of the early church, and the gospel themselves, Jesus is not always welcomed by the people he talks to. However he was also followed by crowds into hills, […]
What story will you tell? Home The landscape holds our memories.
To celebrate (and stock up before the long journey) the plan is to gather at 3 James Avenue (and Simon and Kates) for a Wordsmith Crafts – Cluaran/Quartz pancake party on Tuesday the 17th of February 19.00 onwards. It is a bring and share thing, so clear out your cupboards and get together to feast!
This is an event a lot of those who gather for Quartz Forest Church are going to. Meetup https://goo.gl/maps/voqYzn6EnXm8ugge6 Near barnbarroch house at 2pm on Saturday. Introducing Worship in the Wild a programme of outdoor worship experiences in different locations around the Machars, centred around the changing seasons of the year. The first gathering will […]
Sculpture artist Ildiko Malovecz (Dee Art and Design) is publicly creating a half size papier mache statue design of the patron saint of Dumfries. We are blessed that she has chosen St Johns church as one of the venues for this project. We are glad to support her in inviting and involving the local community […]