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(Crimond and Lonmay represented by Mr Tim Barker)

 

Lonmay Newsletter

Welcome to this edition of the Lonmay Newsletter.

Now that Summer is with us, you can tell as the rain is warmer, let us see what has changed at Lonmay Church since the previous edition.

1. Covid is no longer the driving force in our lives and has now the same status as a head cold. Not man-flu as that is really serious.

2. Although the plan from Presbytery was for Lonmay Church to close it’s doors by the end of last year, that hasn’t happened. We plan to stay open for worship as long as we can, God willing.

3. Please continue to come along to the weekly Sunday Service at 12:00 o’clock and be ready to sing along to the varied selection of hymns. These are either sung along to the wonderful organ accompaniment provided by Alice or by recordings provided by Tim.

Tim also produces the texts and ‘Thought for Sunday’ which is posted weekly below this newsletter. In addition, Tim sends them out to a distribution list every week. If you wish to be included in the distribution, let one of the session know or ask Tim directly.

It has been a difficult period of uncertainty, and your support, prayers and encouragement during this period has been really appreciated.  Please continue to pray as we move into the next stage of the Presbytery Plan and ask the Lord to continue to lead and guide decisions which have to be made.

Just to let you know that Sunday School will NOT be re-opening due to the retirement of Lorna and Yvonne. Many thanks to Lorna and Yvonne for their dedication and commitment to the Sunday School over the last number of years. You are all invited to come along to the Sunday School Picnic (See events page for details).

Blessings.

Lonmay Thought for Sunday 9th November 2025

But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession – 1 Peter 2 v 9. 

A special welcome on this Remembrance Sunday, as we come together to remember those wonderful people who have willingly given their lives to provide us with the safety and security which is ours today.

War leaves such devastation and destruction, that many find it hard to try to rebuild their future. We think of many thousands today, who are suffering bereavement, pain and deep sorrow. As the words spoken at many war memorials today state – ‘we will remember.’ May we strive to be peacemakers in the many instances of rage, anger and hatred around us.

Inspired by God, Peter reminds us that we are called to be different – not something that some want to acknowledge!

Firstly, we have been chosen. It is part of God’s divine plan that He has chosen us to be His witnesses in the communities in which we live. It is not a chance decision, but one in which it has been carefully planned by God for us.

Then we are a royal priesthood. When we seek God’s forgiveness and invite Jesus to be our Saviour and Lord, we are adopted into His family. Therefore, we become a royal priesthood. We are not a member of any family but have been adopted into His family. This is not like royal families around the world – they may come and go, and being human, they will have some weaknesses. Being a member of God’s family brings with it responsibilities and challenges. But God is with us and provides for all we need to serve Him.

Now we are reminded that we are a holy nation – meaning that we seek to live lives that bring glory and honour to the Lord. We seek to obey His laws and commands and display the presence of the Holy Spirit in all we think, say and do.

Finally, Peter reminds us that we are God’s possession – not robots but people with devotion and love to serve the Lord where He leads and guides us.