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Lonmay Newsletter
Welcome to this edition of the Lonmay Newsletter.
Now that Summer is with us, you can tell as the rain is slightly warmer. Now, let us see what has changed at Lonmay Church since the previous edition.
Although the weather is meant to be warmer, please remember to dress appropriately for the conditions. Be prepared to cast a layer when coming into the sanctuary as the heating will be on.
Although the Presbytery Plan had Lonmay Church closing it’s doors by the end of 2024, that hasn’t happened. We plan to stay open for worship as long as we can, God willing. Services and Fellowship continue as normal until further notice. We are currently working towards a single Parish made up of the old parishes of Aberdour, Strichen, Tyrie, New Pitsligo, Crimond and Lonmay.
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 mad
Blessings.
Crimond and Lonmay Thought for Sunday 26 July 2026
For I am not ashamed of the gospel – Romans 1 v 16.
A very warm welcome to the latest edition of Thought for Sunday.
Our verse for this Sunday, in full, is, ‘For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.’
Paul writing to the church in Rome, is keen to ensure that, from the Let us explore this verse together now.
Firstly, Paul states that he is not ashamed of the Gospel. He takes his stance firmly and clearly – whatever people may think about him and his faith, he remains confident and assured of its basis – Jesus Christ. History is full of people who have followed Paul’s statement, and some, like, Paul, have suffered martyrdom. Today, men, women and young people in several countries, live under the constant threat of attack from extremist, committed to eradicating Christianity in their country. However, these people would say with Paul, ‘I am not ashamed of the Gospel.’ The question for us is, where do we stand? Are we willing to stand up for Jesus and declare our allegiance to Him?
Paul’s second point is that he acknowledges that the Gospel is the power of God that brings salvation to all who believe. What does this mean? In simple terms, Paul states that it is the power of God, often demonstrated by His people – Christians – that leads to conviction and then conversion. God reaches out in His amazing love to anyone who listens and then receives Jesus as Saviour and Lord. The Good News is available to anyone who believes – it is a matter of faith. Once anyone takes that step of faith, they appreciate just how great God is, and learn to love and trust Him in everything – good and bad.
Like Paul, may we be encouraged to not be ashamed of the Gospel and to be the means by which others see the peace, love and joy of the Lord at work in our lives.outset, he confirms his calling to share the Good News of Jesus. He emphasises the ‘power of God that brings salvation.’