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Scots Sunday The Service on Sunday will include readings from the Scots Bible, Scottish Hymns and Scottish Tunes. A warm welcome is extended to all. The Service is at 11 am and there will be tea and coffee served afterwards.

\Almondbank

St Serf’s Church The service last Sunday was conducted by Mr Michael Archibald and his sermon was entitled ‘The Christian Faith in Scotland’. The scripture readings were read by Irene Hutchison, the organist was Irene McLean, and the flowers were kindly gifted by Rose Gellatly. Should you require the pastoral services of a minister during the vacancy please contact Mr Michael Archibald on 01738-840995 .The service this Sunday will be conducted by the Interim Moderator, the Rev. Bob Barlow, at the usual time of 10am and everyone is welcome. The Rev. Bob Barlow will also take the Joint Communion Service in St Serf’s on Sunday, January 29 at 10am and the Joint Thanksgiving Service in St Serf’s at 6.30pm. There will be a meeting of the Congregational Board followed by a Kirk Session Meeting on Thursday, February 16, at 7pm.

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Church Morning worship on Sunday was conducted by Derek Colley. This week morning worship begins at of 11am. There will be an evening service on Sunday from 7pm. The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland will be giving the address during the service. During term time the Sunday school welcomes children to the front pews of the church. A creche for underthrees is available during every Sunday morning service. The prayer group meets on Thursdays in Burnside Court lounge at 10.30am. Choir rehearsal is every Friday at 6.45pm. New members are welcome. The church website at www.alythparishchurch.org.uk is updated weekly. Coffee morning The annual Men in Kilts coffee morning is on Saturday, January 21, at 10am in Airlie Street Hall. There will be the usual stalls and the hall will be open on Friday, January 20, between 2 and 3pm for donations. Family history project The project is closed for the winter and reopens on Easter Sunday. Enquiries are welcome via fhp@alythparishchurch.org. uk or Facebook. Church Sunday’s service was conducted by Rev Andy Graham and the readings were by John Morison. For details see the Coupar Angus report. Sunday’s service at Bendochy is from 10am to 10.45am.

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Bowling Club Lotto draw this week numbers are 5; 13; 14; 17; no winners prize money next week £364.

\Bankfoot

Church The service this Sunday is at

the usual time of 11.15am and will be conducted by the minister the Rev Adrian Lough, all welcome.

\Bendochy

Church Morning worship on Sunday was led by Rev Dr Hugh Ormiston, with John Alexander reading from Psalm 36 v 5-10 and from John ch 2, v 1-11. Office-bearers on duty were John Alexander, Ishbel Chambers and Alec Orr. The organist was Lynne Mitchell and Sunday Club was led by Alison Martin. Flowers were provided by Gladys Laing. Teas and coffees were served by Gail MacKenzie.

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Church Morning worship was led by the Rev Dr Hugh Ormiston with John Alexander reading from Psalm 36 verses 5-10 and from the Gospel of John Chapter 2 verses 1-11(Jesus changes water to wine). Office bearers on duty were John Alexander, Ishbel Chambers and Alec Orr. Organist was Lynne Mitchell and Sunday Club was led by Alison Martin. Flowers were provided by Gladys Laing.Tea/ coffee was served by Gail MacKenzie. Church Guild Mrs M . Blackball

welcomed members to the January meeting held in the church on Wednesday 11th with husband Ken leading the devotions. A volunteer from the Guide Dogs association with her dog ‘Fagan’ gave an interesting talk about the intense training required before a dog is ready to work and the importance of puppy walkers. She was thanked by Ken who with Margaret hosted the meeting and served the ever welcome cuppie. Church News Rev Peggy Ewart Roberts conducted worship in CAPUTH church on Sunday morning with M. Davidson organist and L. Janssens reading the lessons. The service will be in CAPUTH this Sunday. The Kirk session are asked to meet on Tuesday, February 14, at 7pm.

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Church Sunday’s service was conducted by Rev Andy Graham and the readings by Jo Chinn were from Isaiah ch 49, v 1-7, and Ephesians ch 6, v 10-20. The choir sang an introit ‘There Is One Name’ by R Critchley. In his sermon Rev Graham introduced his theme of prayer. In Paul’s letter to the Ephesians he urges them to combat evil by putting on the full armour of God, which is held together by the power of prayer. Prayer is the most powerful tool people have. It is their lifeline to God. Organist Austin Wilkie played Interlude in F (A Herbert Brewer) and Fantasia in C Major (JS Bach). Prayer meetings will start on Wednesday, January 18, at 2pm in the Abbey Church. The deadline for articles for the Isla Link is Sunday. Thursday Friends Kay Keay welcomed a smaller than usual group, owing to illness, to the haggis, neeps and tatties lunch on January 12. She introduced Gordon Pattulo, who entertained those gathered with lovely music and stories. Everyone enjoyed

their meal thanks to Mary and Jenny. Kay thanked everyone for attending and Gordon for his music. The next party is at 2pm in the town hall on February 9. Heritage association Coupar Angus and District Heritage Association held a very enjoyable Christmas party on Friday, January 13, at the Red House Hotel. Joe Richards welcomed members and friends and everyone enjoyed a lovely meal followed by quizzes, recitals, songs, games and a raffle. Joe thanked everyone for attending and Alan Bannerman and his staff for excellent service. The association’s next meeting is at the bowling club at 7.30pm. Newcomers are welcome.

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Dunning Bowling Club The lotto numbers this week were 8, 11, 15 and 16. There were no winners. Next week’s prize money is £2000. Church Morning Service at 11am. Tea and coffee are served after the Service and all are most welcome.

\Errol

Parish Church Sunday, January 22, 11am Morning Worship and Children’s Sunday Club. Rev John Macgregor. Wednesday, January 25: 1 –2:30 pm Revive Cafe, 7pm Choir Practice. Thursday, January 26, 6:30pm Children’s Film Night. All welcome.

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Dunbarney and Forgandenny Church Services this Sundayy are at the usual times – 9.30 am in Dunbarney and 11 am at Forgandenny. All welcome. Community council Earn notices. See Bridge of

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Charity Ceilidh Friday, January 20 In Milnathort Town Hall, tickets £12 available from Heaven Scent, Milnathort. Band, bar, silent auction and raffle to be drawn (raffle tickets can be purchased in Heaven Scent prior to the event). More information on the Heaven Scent Facebook page. Loch Leven Community Campus Saturday, January 21, Antiques, Vintage, Retro and Collectors Fair Admission 9.30am – 3.30pm, entry £1 per person. There will be buying, selling and valuations given. For stalls contact Angus Martin on 07944 416565. All Friends Together Saturday, January 21, meeting at 11am to approximately 1pm in Kinross Parish Church, Station Road, Kinross. For more information please contact Helena Cant on 01577 862923. Kinross and Ochil Walking Group Sunday, January 22 Little Glenshee, NW of Battleby, seven miles. Walk on track past old slate quarry then on to heathery moorland. Undulating walk on good tracks with lovely views. For further details and where to meet please call Group Secretary, Anne Eve on 01577 863887. Perth Citizens Advice Bureau Tuesday, January 24 Outreach Advice Surgery 1.30-3.30pm in St Paul’s Church Hall, The Muirs, Kinross. No appointment is necessary as the surgery is a drop-in service. For complex issues a further appointment may be necessary. Perth CAB can help; advice is free, confidential, impartial and independent. Contact details: Advice line 01738 450580; Appointment line 01738 450581. Perth Citizens Advice Bureau Benefits Advice in Libraries Wednesday 25 and Thursday, January 26, benefits specialist Sarah MacLean will be available in Loch Leven Community Library to provide advice on all benefit related issues. Sarah is available by appointment only. Appointments are usually offered on Wednesdays and Thursdays. To make an appointment please call 01738 450599 or email Andrew Scobie (benefits and debt administration) at Andrew.Scobie@ Perthcab.casonline.org.uk Kinross Floral Art Club Thursday, January 26, members Only Night at Heaven Scent Cafe, Milnathort at 7.15pm. Quizzes, coffee and cake. Bring a container and a small bunch of flowers if you want to “DIY”. Kinross and Ochil Short Walks Group Tuesday, January 31 Muckhart exploration, part 2. Quiet road walking to the golf course and new bonding. Then on to footpaths with good views of the Ochils, passing a limekiln, large mill wheel and horse statue. For further details and where to meet please contact Walks Leader, Continued on page 27