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Unless otherwise noted, all the events shown will be held at Rosyth Methodist Church. You can get directions at this link.
This calendar is mostly for our regular worship and church-focused meetings, plus special meetings of other groups and ecumenical events. However, as explained at this link, our building is in use throughout the week by other groups, and their regular meetings have not been listed here, to make the calendar less cluttered.
Events in April 2019
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31 March 2019(3 events)
Sung EucharistSung Eucharist Lent 4 (Mothering Sunday) Very Rev Kenny Rathband Our readings are: Joshua 5.9–12, Psalm 32, 2 Corinthians 5.16–21, Luke 15.1–3, 11b–32 Stewarding, readings and coffee by Team D
Morning WorshipMorning Worship – Mrs Hilary Henderson Mothering Sunday Readings from the Methodist Lectionary: The Big SingThe Big Sing The Big Sing will take place in Perth Methodist Church, Scott Street, Perth. There will be a Sandwich Tea provided at 4.00pm followed by The Big Sing at 5.30pm. This will include favourite hymns, Address by the President of Conference Revd Michaela Youngson and Vice President of Conference Bala Gnanapragasam. All are invited Perth Methodist Church Scott Street Perth, PH2 8JN |
1 April 2019(1 event)
Lent Ecumenical Study GroupLent Ecumenical Study Group The Ecumenical Lenten study this year is based on the Oscar and BAFTA winning movie, "The King's Speech". The course, called ‘Finding a Voice’, explores ways in which, like Colin Firth’s Bertie, we too can face and overcome our terrors to find our true and authentic voice, especially important in proclaiming the Gospel. We we watched the film all the way on Monday 4 March and this is the fourth study sessions each Monday through to 8th April. Each session starts at 7.30pm in the Parish Church and finishes around 9.00pm, followed by refreshments. For further information, talk to Alan Taylor. Rosyth Parish Church 82a Queensferry Road Rosyth, KY11 2PQ |
2 April 2019(2 events)
EDWJ GroupEDWJ Group EDWJ Group meets at Mary Kidd's home in Limekilns
Mary Kidd's home 18 North Loanhead Limekilns, KY11 3LA Coffee, Cake and CraftsCoffee, Cake and Crafts Meeting of the monthly craft club . Bring a craft project of your own. So whether you want to learn how to crochet, make a quilt, stitch a handbag, decorate a birthday card or just enjoy a cup of tea and a cake - this is the group for you. All welcome to join us especially those who are not available in the afternoon.
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3 April 2019(3 events)
Lunch for Christian AidLunch for Christian Aid 12.00noon until 1.30pm breakfast will be served in the Hub Cafe, Rosyth Parish Church. Last orders for food 1.00pm Proceeds towards Christian Aid
Rosyth Parish Church 82a Queensferry Road Rosyth, KY11 2PQ Wednesday FellowshipWednesday Fellowship Wednesday Fellowship Guest speaker: Lou Davidson - Haiti Help update All are welcome to join us every week or if there is a subject that particularly appeals to you. Refreshments are served after the talk.
Lent Bible StudyLent Bible Study – The Very Rev Kenny Rathband is offering a series of Bible Studies on Wednesday evenings in Lent, at Holy Trinity Church Hall, when the Gospel for the following Sunday will be read and discussed. Holy Trinity, Dunfermline East Port Dunfermline, KY12 7JE |
4 April 2019(1 event)
Methodist Lenten Study GroupMethodist Lenten Study Group The Methodist Leadership Team are convening a Lenten Study Group to be held at our church at 10.30 am on Thursdays during Lent. The course is studying the material "Talking Jesus", whose aim is to give people confidence to talk about their faith. See www.talkingjesus.org for further information. This week’s meeting will be led by Rev Eddie.
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5 April 2019(2 events)
Triangle Coffee ShopTriangle Coffee Shop Triangle Coffee Shop in Rosyth Methodist Church is a popular and successful community venture and is open on Friday mornings from 9.30am. A very warm welcome awaits everyone so why not join us for tea, coffee and home baking.
Choir practiceChoir practice Choir practice in Room 4 New members always welcome.
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6 April 2019
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7 April 2019(2 events)
Sung EucharistSung Eucharist Lent 5 (Passion Sunday) Very Rev Kenny Rathband Our readings are: Isaiah 43.16–21, Psalm 126, Philippians 3.4b–14, John 12.1–8 Stewarding, readings and coffee by Team E
Morning WorshipMorning Worship Rev Eddie Sykes Readings from the Methodist Lectionary: |
8 April 2019(1 event)
Lent Ecumenical Study GroupLent Ecumenical Study Group The Ecumenical Lenten study this year is based on the Oscar and BAFTA winning movie, "The King's Speech". The course, called ‘Finding a Voice’, explores ways in which, like Colin Firth’s Bertie, we too can face and overcome our terrors to find our true and authentic voice, especially important in proclaiming the Gospel. We we watched the film all the way on Monday 4 March and this is the fifith and final study session tonight. Each session starts at 7.30pm in the Parish Church and finishes around 9.00pm, followed by refreshments. For further information, talk to Alan Taylor. Rosyth Parish Church 82a Queensferry Road Rosyth, KY11 2PQ |
9 April 2019
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10 April 2019(2 events)
Wednesday FellowshipWednesday Fellowship Wednesday Fellowship Guest speaker: Willie Hernshaw All are welcome to join us every week or if there is a subject that particularly appeals to you. Refreshments are served after the talk.
Lent Bible StudyLent Bible Study – The Very Rev Kenny Rathband is offering a series of Bible Studies on Wednesday evenings in Lent, at Holy Trinity Church Hall, when the Gospel for the following Sunday will be read and discussed. Holy Trinity, Dunfermline East Port Dunfermline, KY12 7JE |
11 April 2019(2 events)
Work Day at RMCWork Day at RMC N/A We have occasional work days in the church. The next is scheduled for today starting at 9.00am and finishing late afternoon – more or less when the jobs are done! Methodist Lenten Study GroupMethodist Lenten Study Group The Methodist Leadership Team are convening a Lenten Study Group to be held at our church at 10.30 am on Thursdays during Lent. The course is studying the material "Talking Jesus", whose aim is to give people confidence to talk about their faith. See www.talkingjesus.org for further information. This week’s meeting will be led by Rev Eddie. |
12 April 2019(2 events)
Triangle Coffee ShopTriangle Coffee Shop Triangle Coffee Shop in Rosyth Methodist Church is a popular and successful community venture and is open on Friday mornings from 9.30am. A very warm welcome awaits everyone so why not join us for tea, coffee and home baking. Please note that the Coffee shop will be closed next Friday - Good Friday
Choir practiceChoir practice Choir practice in Room 4 New members always welcome.
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13 April 2019
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14 April 2019(4 events)
Sung EucharistSung Eucharist Palm Sunday Lent 6 Very Rev Kenny Rathband Our readings are: Luke 19.28–40 (blessing of palms), Passion of our Lord according to Luke - Luke 22.14-23.56 Stewarding and coffee by Team A Retiring collection for Bishop's Lent Appeal
Morning WorshipMorning Worship Palm Sunday Local worship led by Deacon Elizabeth Harfleet. including distribution of palms Readings from the Methodist Lectionary: Taizé serviceTaizé service Taizé inspired service at 4.30pm with the theme of Palm Sunday and Entering Holy Week The service will be preceded by fellowship and refreshments in the hall from 3.45pm. So, do please come and join Rev Dr Margaret Dineley and the congregation, who look forward to welcoming you. St Finnian's Church, Lochgelly Lumphinnans Road Lochgelly, KY5 9AT *SERVICE CANCELLED* Sunday@Six for Palm Sunday*SERVICE CANCELLED* Sunday@Six for Palm Sunday We're sorry to have to announce that this Sunday@Six has been cancelled. Please spread the word, to avoid anyone making a wasted journey. Were you there? Do come and join us for a devotional service for Holy Week led by the Rev Dr Michael Paterson. “Is it nothing to you, all ye that pass by? behold, and see if there be any sorrow like unto my sorrow, which is done unto me.” Lamentations 1:12 An important part of these Sundays@Six is the opportunity they give for fellowship after the services. So, when you read the invitation to stay behind for tea/coffee and refreshments, please don’t rush away!
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15 April 2019(1 event)
Lent Ecumenical Study GroupLent Ecumenical Study Group Ecumenical Lent Study Group shared Passover Celebration at Rosyth Parish Church Rosyth Parish Church 82a Queensferry Road Rosyth, KY11 2PQ |
16 April 2019(2 events)
EDWJ GroupEDWJ Group EDWJ Group meets at Mary Kidd's home in Limekilns
Mary Kidd's home 18 North Loanhead Limekilns, KY11 3LA Holy Week reflectionHoly Week reflection – Rosyth Parish Church will be open between 1.30pm - 4.00pm for a time of reflection Rosyth Parish Church 82a Queensferry Road Rosyth, KY11 2PQ |
17 April 2019(3 events)
Holy Week reflectionHoly Week reflection – Rosyth Parish Church will be open between 12noon - 3.00pm for a time of reflection Rosyth Parish Church 82a Queensferry Road Rosyth, KY11 2PQ Wednesday Fellowship - Communion for Holy WeekWednesday Fellowship - Communion for Holy Week Wednesday Fellowship Holy Week communion celebrated by Rev Eddie Sykes All welcome to attend
Stations of the CrossStations of the Cross This is an ecumenical service in St John and St Columba RC church to which are are invited to share in Stations of the Cross at 7.30pm St John & St Columba Rosyth 137 Admiralty Road Rosyth, KY11 2QL |
18 April 2019(2 events)
Methodist Lenten Study GroupMethodist Lenten Study Group The Methodist Leadership Team are convening a Lenten Study Group to be held at our church at 10.30 am on Thursdays during Lent - last meeting today. The course is studying the material "Talking Jesus", whose aim is to give people confidence to talk about their faith. See www.talkingjesus.org for further information. This week’s meeting will be led by Rev Eddie Sykes Commemoration of the Last SupperCommemoration of the Last Supper Maundy Thursday Sung Eucharist commemorating the Last Supper and washing of hands, followed by stripping of the altar and short vigil Our readings are: Exodus 12.1-4, 11-14, Psalm 116.1, 10–17, 1 Corinthians 11.23–26, John 13.1-17, 31b-35 Retiring collection for Bishop Ian's Lent Appeal. All welcome
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19 April 2019(2 events)
Good Friday devotionsGood Friday devotions – A devotional service of readings, prayers and music for Good Friday led by Very Rev Kenny Rathband. Followed by tea/coffee and hot cross buns All invited from all local churces
Good Friday Reflective ServiceGood Friday Reflective Service Good Friday evening reflective service in Rosyth Parish Church at 7pm. All welcome Rosyth Parish Church 82a Queensferry Road Rosyth, KY11 2PQ |
20 April 2019
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21 April 2019(3 events)
Festive EucharistFestive Eucharist Easter Sunday Festive Eucharist and blessing of paschal candle Very Rev Kenny Rathband Our readings are: Acts 10.34–43, John 20.1–18 Stewarding and coffee by Team B
Easter BreakfastEaster Breakfast We will be serving a simple breakfast before the 11.00am service on Easter Day – as we did last year – starting at about 10.00. All from both churches are welcome to come and share with us – St Margaret’s congregation can come along at 10.30! – but it would be helpful to have some idea of numbers to avoid wasting food. If you are thinking of coming, please let Jean or Gwyneth know. Morning WorshipMorning Worship Easter Sunday Worship with Communion Miss Anne Baird and Ms Julia Reid
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23 April 2019
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24 April 2019(1 event)
Wednesday FellowshipWednesday Fellowship Wednesday Fellowship Guest speaker: John and Irene Houston from the Salvation Army All are welcome to join us every week or if there is a subject that particularly appeals to you. Refreshments are served after the talk.
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25 April 2019
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26 April 2019(2 events)
Triangle Coffee ShopTriangle Coffee Shop Triangle Coffee Shop in Rosyth Methodist Church is a popular and successful community venture and is open on Friday mornings from 9.30am. A very warm welcome awaits everyone so why not join us for tea, coffee and home baking.
Choir practiceChoir practice Choir practice in Room 4 New members always welcome.
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27 April 2019
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28 April 2019(2 events)
Messy ChurchMessy Church Snack, crafts and a story, for children up to the age of 12. All children welcome! Please bring an adult with you. You are welcome to join the main service afterwards. Joint CommunionJoint Communion – Easter 2 Officiant Rev Dr Michael Paterson Our readings are: Acts 5. 27-32; Revelation 4. 1-8; John 20. 10-31 Traidcraft goods on sale after the service |
29 April 2019(1 event)
Ecumenical Study GroupEcumenical Study Group Details to follow Rosyth Parish Church 82a Queensferry Road Rosyth, KY11 2PQ |
30 April 2019(1 event)
EDWJ GroupEDWJ Group EDWJ Group meets at Mary Kidd's home in Limekilns
Mary Kidd's home 18 North Loanhead Limekilns, KY11 3LA |
1 May 2019(2 events)
Wednesday FellowshipWednesday Fellowship Wednesday Fellowship Guest speaker: Deacon Elizabeth Harfleet All are welcome to join us every week or if there is a subject that particularly appeals to you. Refreshments are served after the talk.
Methodist Council MeetingMethodist Council Meeting The six montly meeting of the Methodist Council will be held in Room 4 |
2 May 2019
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3 May 2019(2 events)
Triangle Coffee ShopTriangle Coffee Shop Triangle Coffee Shop in Rosyth Methodist Church is a popular and successful community venture and is open on Friday mornings from 9.30am. A very warm welcome awaits everyone so why not join us for tea, coffee and home baking.
Choir practiceChoir practice Choir practice in Room 4 New members always welcome.
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4 May 2019(1 event)
Big 'Brekkie' eventBig 'Brekkie' event – ‘Big Brekkie’ Tea and coffee and bacon/sausage rolls will be served Rosyth Parish Church open 10.00am–12noon Proceeds to Christian Aid Rosyth Parish Church 82a Queensferry Road Rosyth, KY11 2PQ |
