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.
Sunday morning services update
08 January 2021
Due to national guidance on preventing the spread of Covid we regret there will be no Sunday morning services in the church until further notice.
Sandor our minister will continue to post Sunday worship on the website and printed copies are available for anyone who does not have internet access. Please phone the minister or any of the elders if you would like a copy or know of anyone who would.
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 resumed a Sunday morning service at 11am subject to the arrangements detailed above, and Sunday worship continued to be posted on the website for those unable to attend. However due to new national guidance on 19 December it was decided that after the Fourth Sunday in Advent service on 20 December 2020 that there should be no further services in the church until 17 January 2021. However the latest restrictions mean there will be no services in the church until further notice. 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.
Please contact the minister should funeral arrangements be required.
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
Worrying about money? Please read this leaflet for the help that’s available
http://www.highland.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/23081/worrying_about_money.pdf
News and Intimations
Life and Work
Life and Work, the monthly magazine of the Church of Scotland, is available online from £1.99 or take out a digital or print subscription. Thought provoking articles and a connection with the wider Church, more important than ever during the pandemic. Find out more on this link: https://www.lifeandwork.org/
Poems for the New Year, 2021
HAPPY NEW YEAR (An acrostic poem where the first letter of each line spells out the title of the poem) Heaven’s gift of another year As the old departs and the new is born, Plans for a future and a hope Preparing us for each new dawn. Yesterday has gone forever, New days and ventures […]
Christmas and New Year Services 2020/2021
Regrettably due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic there will be no Watchnight or New Year’s Day services held in the church this year. However, a video recorded service will be posted on the church website on Christmas Eve. This video will contain all aspects of our traditional service – Readings, carols, Minister’s Christmas message, lighting […]
Minister's Messages
Sunday 17 January 2021
I LOVE THE LORD, FOR HE HEARD MY VOICE; HE HEARD MY CRY FOR MERCY. BECAUSE HE TURNED HIS EAR TO ME, I WILL CALL ON HIM AS LONG AS I LIVE. (Psalm 116: 1-2) WECOME TO OUR SUNDAY MORNING WEB-WORSHIP OPENING HYMN: (CH-13) – LIGHT OF THE ANXIOUS HEART, Jesus, Thou dost […]
Sunday 10 January 2021
I WILL TELL OF THE KINDNESSES OF THE LORD, THE DEEDS FOR WHICH HE IS TO BE PRAISED, ACCORDING TO ALL THE LORD HAS DONE FOR US… (Isaiah 63: 7a) WELCOME TO OUR SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP. OPENING HYMN (CH-11): – JESUS, STAND AMONG US in Thy risen power; let this time of worship […]
Church of Scotland News
- Talking Ministry: “Whatever your gifts, God can use them” January 15, 2021A minister has described his role as the "most life-giving" and challenging call that a person can ever receive. Rev Scott Burton of Brightons Parish Church in Falkirk district said every day is different, with...
- Faith leaders urge people to get COVID-19 vaccine January 14, 2021The Church of Scotland is encouraging people to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Rev Dr George Whyte, Principal Clerk of the General Assembly, said it is imperative that people keep themselves and others safe. He has...
- Scottish Christians join together in prayer this Sunday January 14, 2021This Sunday (17 January), as restrictions tighten across Scotland, Christians around the country – and further afield – will join together in prayer at 7pm in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As with previous weeks...
- Week of Prayer for Christian Unity to begin January 13, 2021Beginning on Monday 18 January, churches around the world will mark the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity over eight days. This year's worship materials have been created by the Monastic Community of Grandchamp in...
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”