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
19 March 2021
Following the First Minister’s recent announcement the Kirk Session are pleased to intimate that the church will reopen for worship on Sunday 28 March 2021. The requirement for the church to be cleaned and sanitised following each service means that only one service can be held each Sunday – there will, until further notice, be no evening worship.
The format for morning worship will be the same as that which operated from October to December last year i.e.
- A maximum of 50 worshippers, all wearing face coverings, can be accommodated.
- Socially distanced seating arrangements must be followed.
- No singing of praise is permitted.
- Worshippers will be directed to and from their seats by the Elders in attendance.
Please see additional information about arrangements on the News & Intimations page (1 April 2021)
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. Due to national guidance services in the church stopped again on 20 December 2020. We are now pleased to be able to restart Sunday morning services from 28 March 2021, and details can be found on the News & Intimations page.
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
Prayers marking the life of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Thanksgiving and Intercession (Rev Professor Norman Drummond) O God our loving heavenly Father We thank you that you are closest to us when we are most in need of you and so it is to you that we turn at this time of sadness and earthly parting as we give thanks for the life and […]
His Royal Highness Prince Philip
The Moderator’s message on the death of the Duke of Edinburgh: https://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/news-and-events/news/2021/articles/a-message-from-the-moderator-on-the-death-of-his-royal-highness-prince-philip-the-duke-of-edinburgh
ATTENDANCE AT CHURCH : LIMIT ON THE NUMBER OF WORSHIPPERS
You will no doubt be aware that under the current regulations from the Scottish Government the maximum permitted number of socially distanced worshippers at any church service is capped at a maximum of 50 persons. Last Sunday, 28 March, we reached this maximum permitted figure. While it was wonderful to have so many people […]
Minister's Messages
Sunday 11 April 2021
HOW GOOD AND PLEASANT IT IS WHEN BROTHERS (AND SISTERS) LIVE TOGETHER IN UNITY… FOR THERE THE LORD BESTOWS HIS BLESSING, EVEN LIFE FOR EVERMORE. (Psalm 133: 1, 3) WECOME TO OUR SUNDAY MORNING WEB-WORSHIP OPENING HYMN (CH-265) – “THE LORD IS RISEN INDEED”; now is His work performed; now is the mighty Captive […]
EASTER COMMUNION SERVICE Sunday 04 APRIL 2021
SEE, I HAVE ENGRAVED YOU ON THE PALMS OF MY HANDS; YOUR WALLS ARE EVER BEFORE ME. (Isaiah 49:16). I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE. HE WHO BELIEVES IN ME WILL LIVE, EVEN THOUGH HE DIES; AND WHOEVER LIVES AND BELIEVES IN ME WILL NEVER DIE. DO YOU BELIEVE THIS? (John 11: 25-26) […]
Church of Scotland News
- Prayers and tributes from ministers marking the life of Prince Philip April 17, 2021On the day of the funeral of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, we remember his life with prayers and memories from ministers who spent time with him. I found my first visit to...
- Talking Ministry: "Every congregation has its own story, its own challenges" April 16, 2021A minister with more than 20 years' experience is encouraging those who have a sense of calling to ministry to "persist". Speaking as part of the 'Talking Ministry' series, Rev Dr Andrew Gardner said it...
- Kirk joins in prayer this Sunday April 15, 2021This Sunday (18 April), as restrictions ease across Scotland, Christians across the country – and further afield – will join together in prayer and reflection at 7pm in response to the pandemic. As with previous...
- Domestic chaplains to the Queen pay tribute to Prince Philip April 15, 2021Two Church of Scotland domestic chaplains to the Queen, Rev Kenneth MacKenzie and Rev Neil Gardner, pay tribute to HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. By the time of his death on Friday 9 April...
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”