District News
Aberuthven
Church The service in Dunning on Sunday, November 26, will see the Rev James Aitchison conducting proceedings from 11am.
Almondbank
St Serf’s Church The service on Sunday was conducted by Rev Graham Crawford, the new interim moderator. His sermon was based on ‘Untie the bowlines’. Alison Hooper was the organist and also read the scripture reading. The flowers were kindly gifted by Barbara McLagan. Should anyone require pastoral services, contact Michael Archibald on 01738 840995. The service this Sunday will be conducted by Mr Archibald and everyone will be made very welcome. Christmas Fayre The annual Christmas fayre will take place this Saturday, November 25, from 10am until noon. Stalls include crafts, cake and candy, tombola, lucky dip and a visit from Santa Claus for the youngsters. Teas will be served in the hall afterwards. Come along and get some early Christmas presents. Almond Valley The social committee’s Christmas party will be held on Wednesday, December 6, in Almondbank Bowling Club from 7.30pm. If anyone receiving the government pension has not already been approached by a committee member, and wishes to come along, please phone 583717 or 583621.
Alyth
Parish Church Morning worship on Sunday was conducted by Rev Tom Tait. This week’ service will take place at the usual time of 11am, all welcome. The Guild would like to say a big thank you for the generosity and support shown at their recent coffee morning, when the sum of £950 was raised, all very much appreciated. During term-time the Sunday school welcomes children to the front pews of the church. A creche for underthrees is available during Sunday morning services. The prayer group meets on Thursdays in Burnside Court lounge at 10.30am. Choir rehearsal is every Friday at 6.45pm, new members welcome. The church website www.alythparishchurch.org. uk is updated weekly and contains details of the family history project, kirk news, and lots of photos. All events and services are open to all. Family History Alyth Family History Project is now closed until Easter. Genealogy enquiries are welcome via email on fhp@alythparishchurch.org. uk or through the project’s Facebook page. Pipe band Alyth and District Pipe Band practise on Wednesdays, from 6pm in Alyth town hall. For more information, contact Elaine Sturrock on 01828 640312 or email elaine@ alythpipeband.org. The band is on the lookout for a lead tip, drummers and pipers of all abilities with the intention of entering competitions for the 2018 season. The lead tip will be expected to teach the learners. For more information, contact Pipe Major Gordon Barton on 07971 485893 or gordonbarton@mac.com.
Auchterarder
Bowling club This week’s lottery numbers are 2, 3, 11 and 14. There were no winners, meaning the prize money next week will be £314.
Balbeggie
Balbeggie See the Guildtown section for church information. St Martins Public Hall 250 Club November draw winners were: £10 – Michelle Henvey, Mary Christie, Marlyn Shand. £5 - Ian Fraser.
Ballintuim
Village Hall A basket whist drive will be held in the hall on Friday, November 24, at 7.30pm. Proceeds will be collected in aid of hall funds. All welcome.
Bankfoot
Church The service on Sunday, November 24, will be led by Rev Adrian Lough and will be at the usual time of 11.15am. Variety Concert with music, magic, comedy and prizes at Bankfoot Church Centre is on Friday. Tickets, priced, £10 (includes wine, soft drinks and nibbles at the interval) and are available from the Centre café or by phoning 828293. Afternoon Teas Special Christmas afternoon tea at Bankfoot Church Centre will be served on Tuesday, December 12 from 2pm to 4pm. Entry costs £7 per person for a selection of delicious savouries and cakes with entertainment. Book tables early with Evelyn on 01738 710534. Christian Aid The Christmas Carols for Christian Aid service will be held in Bankfoot Church on Sunday, December 3, at 7pm. Christmas music and readings will be provided with refreshments served at the close of service. Wreath Making The Bankfoot Centre support group will be making wreaths for doors or graves on December 10th and 11. To make an order, contact Etta on 01738 828293. Christmas Raffle Tickets are on sale, priced £1 each, and are available from the Centre in aid of Bankfoot Centre. Get your tickets for this fantastic raffle.
Bendochy
Church For details of the service and further intimations see the Coupar Angus Abbey Church notice. There will be carols in the church on Christmas Eve at 7pm. Everyone is welcome. The Sunday service at Ben- Carpet Bowls The carpet bowlers meet tomorrow night (Saturday, November 25) at 6.30pm in the church hall. All are welcome to come along and enjoy a fun night of bowling. Further information can be obtained from Anne on 01738 850257. Church Dunbarney and Forgandenny Church services this Sunday, November 26, will be at the usual times – 9.30am in Dunbarney and 11am at Forgandenny. All welcome. Anniversary It is ten years since Rev Allan J Wilson MA, BD was ordained and inducted as minister to the charge of Dunbarney and Forgandenny Church. To mark the occasion he was presented with a card and cheque from both congregations at the morning service last Sunday – 10 years to the exact date since he first preached in Bridge of Earn and Forgandenny Afterwards the congregation enjoyed a hot and hearty lunch provided by the women’s group. An anniversary cake was cut by him and enjoyed with tea and coffee. Book Sale The Eco Group is having a book sale after the morning service at Dunbarney this Sunday, November 26. There will also be a book stall at Forgandenny on Sunday, December 3. There will be a cake and candy stall, sales table and books for sale – 50p each or three for £1. Donations of books would be gratefully appreciated. Books may be left inside the Session House or in the red recycling bin at the side of the church hall. Contact Avril on 813516 if you need someone to uplift items. Parish Voice The deadline for articles for the church magazine is this Sunday, November 26. Email articles to sandlinds@btinternet.com. Poppyscotland The retiring collections for Poppyscotland on Remembrance Sunday raised £266.95. The collection cans in the villages of
Bridge of Earn and Forgandenny raised £1532.43 – an increase of almost £160 from 2016. Many thanks to everyone for their generosity, Hot and Hearty Lunch Thanks to everyone who came along and enjoyed the lunch last Sunday. Thanks also to the ladies who made the delicious soup and the sumptuous sweets with a sum of £432 raised for Camphill Corbennic. Brig in Bloom Bridge of Earn Christmas tree lights switch-on ceremony will take place on Friday, December 1, at 7pm (outside Dunbarney School). Come along and join the group for Christmas carols and warm mince pies. The event will be led by Rev Allan Wilson and Perthshire Brass Band. All welcome. Bowling Club Darts and dominoes winners were; darts: 1 - Charlie McLaren, 2 - Eddie Nicholson, booby - Mary Fotheringham. Dominoes: 1 - Lilian Grey, runner-up - Sheila Barnett, A very enjoyable ladies night was held in the club on Saturday night and many thanks to all who donated food and raffles. Condolences It is with great sadness that the members heard of the death of Miss Jane Todd on Monday, November 20. She was a member of the club for over 30 years and held the offices of treasurer and bar convener. She was president of Perth and Perthshire Ladies Bowling Association in 2016. She also started the Wednesday Club, along with Anne Wood and was involved in the many activities of the club. The sincere condolences from the members and committee go to her sister Mrs Betsy Kettles and extended family.
Burrelton
Church Morning worship was led by the Rev Dr Hugh Ormiston during which the sacrament of communion was celebrated. Sheena McNaughton read from Judges chapter four, verse 1-7, the Gospel of Mark chapter 13, verses 24-27 and One Thessalonians chapter five, verses 1-11. Organist was Lynne Mitchell and office bearers on duty were Anne Baxter and Ruth McLean. Flowers were provided by Caroline Mackay and tea and coffee was served by Donna Lamont. Sunday Club was led by Joy Gowrie and Caroline Mackay. From this Sunday, November 26 there will be a box in the church for the Salvation Army in Perth. Wrapped gifts for children, labelled with gender and age will be much appreciated and will help bring a smile to a little face on Christmas morning. Guild Members and friends from the village and neighbouring Guilds enjoyed afternoon tea with interludes by Mavis Anton, Margaret Linley and Sheena McNaughton. A collection for Street Pastors realised £102.50. The next meeting is in the church halls in Woodside, at 7pm on Thursday, November 30. There will be a presentation by Lakeland Plastics. All welcome. Senior Club Grace Black and Walter Ireland were the entertainers at the club, and the members enjoyed their choice of music and songs. Marie Milne proposed the vote of thanks. Afternoon tea was served and home baking was donated by Irene Syme and Marie Milne. The military whist and dominoes drive were keenly contested. The whist winners were the USA with a score of 19 (Pat Crichton, Hassal Mackison, Jim Middler and Ken Mackison) and the consolation went to Italy with 10 (Isobel Taylor, Christine Kidd, Evelyn Nicoll and Moira Fraser). The dominoes were won by Flo F and the consolation went to Jean Allan. A minute’s silence was held for Alex Morrison who had died in early November. The afternoon tea was served by Doreen, Ruby, Margaret D and Fiona and home baking was donated by Irene Smith and Mabby Constable. The next meeting in Burrelton Church halls saw Valerie Wares talk on macular degeneration with members’ taking a collection for the charity. Burrelton and Woodside seniors’ club fundraising events are Christmas hampers raffle, drawn on December 21, and a whist drive on February 9. Raffle tickets for Christmas hampers are on sale. Bowling Club The club’s annual whist drive takes place in Burrelton Church hall on Friday at 7.30pm. All welcome. Refreshments will be provided by club members, contact Irene Smith on 01828 670250.
Caputh
Church A guest preacher led the service in Caputh church on Sunday morning with Janet Coyle organist and Jean Rae reader. A soup and bread lunch was held to mark Guild week. Morning service will be in Caputh this Sunday. A national day of prayer and reflection for the Church of Scotland is being held in Caputh church tomorrow (Saturday) at 10.30am. Open to all. Christmas Arrangements The Christmas tree lights will be switched on at 6pm on Monday, December 4, with a carol service in the church involving children and staff from Glendelvine and Murthly primaries. All welcome. On Christmas Eve morning worship will take place as usual with a family Christingle service in Clunie church at 6pm and Watchnight service in Kinclaven at 11.30pm. A united Christmas Day service will be held in Caputh church at 10am. Spittalfield Tree All are invited to join in carol singing and switch-on of the lights in front of the Muckle Hoose on Monday, December 11 at 6.30pm. Mulled wine, fruit juice, mince pies, shortbread and sweets will be shared. All welcome.
Clunie
Knit and Natter The group meets in Clunie Hall on the third Wednesday of every month from 2pm to 4pm.