Portree Parish Church
A welcoming congregation
Based in Somerled Square in the centre of Portree, Portree Parish Church has been welcoming visitors since 1854. Built initially as a Free Church, the building became a United Free Church in 1900 before becoming part of the Church of Scotland in 1929.
We aim to be a welcoming, inclusive community and to respond to local needs in a variety of ways. Our hall is also functional space for hire in the centre of the village and used by many groups including the local food bank.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Church Re-opening:-
Sunday, 04 October 2020, 11am
The Church of Scotland has advised all congregations about how we can open safely. Please click on the link below for information…
Coronavirus
Like many other churches, the Church of Scotland was instructed that all gatherings for worship should cease from Wednesday 17 March 2020 until further notice. From Sunday 4 October we are able to resume a Sunday morning service at 11am subject to the arrangements detailed above, and Sunday worship will continue to be posted on the website for those unable to attend. The Minister remains available by telephone on 01478 611 868 for information, prayers, comfort or any possible help needed.
Online daily worship is available on the SANCTUARY FIRST website.
The minister should be contacted first where funeral arrangements are required. Current instruction from the Church of Scotland is that NO FUNERAL SERVICES SHOULD TAKE PLACE IN THE CHURCH.
Above all, in this time of crisis, remember :
GOD IS OUR REFUGE AND OUR STRENGTH
AND EVER PRESENT HELP IN TROUBLE
So, BE STILL AND KNOW THAT HE IS GOD (Psalm 46)
The Minister
News and Intimations
COMMUNION SUNDAY 15 NOVEMBER 2020
JESUS DECLARED, “I AM THE BREAD OF LIFE. HE WHO COMES TO ME WILL NEVER GO HUNGRY, AND HE WHO BELIEVES IN ME WILL NEVER BE THIRSTY.” (John 6: 35) WELCOME TO OUR SUNDAY COMMUNION WORSHIP INTIMATIONS: – OPENING HYMN: – (CH-585): – ACCORDING TO THY GRACIOUS WORD, in meek humility, this will […]
Communion Sunday 15 November 2020
Our first communion service since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic will be held DV at 11am on Sunday 15 November 2020. Social distancing and other measures for Sunday services detailed in the news item ‘The New Normal for our Sunday Worship’ will be in place. In addition communicants are asked to bring their own […]
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY 08 NOVEMBER 2020
GOD IS OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH, AND EVER-PRESENT HELP IN TROUBLE. (Psalm 46:1) THOSE WHO HOPE IN THE LORD WILL RENEW THEIR STRENGTH. THEY WILL SOAR ON WINGS LIKE EAGLES; THEY WILL RUN AND NOT GROW WEARY, THEY WILL WALK AND NOT BE FAINT. (Isaiah 40:31) We are met this day to glorify God […]
Church of Scotland News
- Kirk's Advent calendar to bring 'Bright Hope For Tomorrow' November 24, 2020The countdown starts as Advent begins on Sunday 29 November running until Thursday 24 December. This year, people from across the Church of Scotland are joining together to look forward to 'Bright Hope For Tomorrow'...
- There’s still time to take part in the Kirk's Listening Project November 23, 2020The Church of Scotland's Listening Project has got off to a flying start. Nearly 100 people from all corners of the country have already shared their experiences of faith and church during the current pandemic....
- Moderator makes history with "virtual" London Week November 23, 2020The Moderator of the General Assembly is making history by holding virtual meetings with a wide range of London-based religious, political and charity leaders. Rt Rev Dr Martin Fair is unable to travel south due...
- Christian Aid invites Kirk to ‘raise our voices’ for our Ethiopian neighbours November 20, 2020During Advent, Christian Aid will be highlighting some of the poorest Ethiopian communities who are on the frontline of the climate crisis. As part of this, on the first Sunday of Advent, churches across the...
Mission Statement
We believe that our worship should be God-glorifying. relevant and Christ-centred, leading people of all ages to be brought to a saving faith in Jesus Christ; that unity and prayer are essential to the life and witness of our Church; and that all should receive a warm and caring welcome to our Church; and help and comfort given to those in need.
“Let love and faithfulness never leave you ;
bind them round your neck,
write them on the tablet of your heart.
Then you will win favour and a good name
in the sight of God and man”