COVID-19 CLOSURE OF CHURCH BUILDINGS
Unfortunately, due to an announcement by the Scottish Government our church buildings have to close again from 5th January 2021. This means that there will be no in-person worship services for the duration of January. This will continue to be monitored and we will keep you up to date as and when there are changes to this restriction.
Online worship will continue on the Belhaven Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/belhavenparishat 10am on a Sunday morning and through our Twilio phone line which can be called at a local rate on 01368 652696.
Not the start to 2021 we were hoping for, but it is important that we all stay safe and get through this together.
I am aware that this will be a tough time for all people and if you find yourself in need of someone to talk to, as ever, please do give me a call on 01368 860 672.
Yours in Jesus,
Neil
(Temporarly Suspended / Ceased )
Spott Parish Church will be open for worship on Sunday 15 November 2020 at 10am. Social distancing, masks and bookings essential please contact Neil at the manse on 01368 860672 if you wish to attend. (Spaces limited)
Spott Parish Church is open for Private Prayer: A time to reflect and pray on Wednesday’s at 1:00 pm Commencing Wednesday 16th September and each Wednesday thereafter.
ALL WELCOME
The weekly service is on Sunday morning commencing at 10:00 am.
On the first Sunday of each month between March through to November, the Spott Singers sing some songs of praise before the service starting around 9.45 am. All are welcome.
The Sacrament of Holy Communion will take place on
Sunday 23 February 2020, Sunday 5 April 2020, Sunday 26 July 2020 and Sunday 29th November 2020. Where all are welcome.
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE 20 MARCH 2020
You will have seen that the Church of Scotland has taken Government advice and ceased any acts of public worship and related activities in an effort to stop the spread of Coronavirus. While this means our buildings and facilities may close for a while, it doesn't mean that being the church closes. In the Facebook video below, I highlight a few of the immediate things we can put in place during this time of uncertainty. Please remain safe, look after one another and continue to be blessed and be a blessing to those in our community.
Yours in Jesus, Neil
https://www.facebook.com/belhavenparish/videos/835984460252705/
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE 16th September 2020
Spott Parish Church is open for Private Prayer: A time to reflect and pray on Wednesday’s at 1:00 pm Commencing Wednesday 16th September and each Wednesday thereafter.
ALL WELCOME
Given the advice and stricter guidance coming from the Government over the last few days with regards to gathering of people, we have taken the decision NOT to open the church building for prayer as was previously planned. We are sorry that we aren’t able to do this but please continue to stay safe, comply with the guidance and pray for our community at this time. There will be prayer resources to aid in your prayer times made available at various points this week so keep checking our social media accounts for those. Yours in Jesus, Neil
Minister`s Annual Leave
Neil is on annual leave and will return on Tuesday 11th June 2019. Rev. Fred Harrison will be covering for him and he can be contacted on 07703527240 or by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Neil Watson became the minister of Belhaven Parish Church in October 2017. Put forward as a candidate for ministry by Lothian Presbytery and trained at New College in Edinburgh, Neil is married to Elizabeth and they share the manse with their Jack Russell Terrier, Rudi.
Coming to the realisation himself that this life is not the only thing on offer but that there is hope, comfort and meaning to be had through an everlasting relationship with God, through Jesus, Neil loves sharing that with the people of Belhaven, Spott and the wider Dunbar area.
Having grown up and lived in the Lothians all his life, Neil is passionate about seeing God move throughout its counties, so it is an absolute privilege for him to be called by God to minister in East Lothian.
“I am excited about the journey God has in store for us and hope to be the minister here for many years to come!”
Spott Parish Church is linked with Belhaven Parish Church and you can find their details on their website which is www.belhavenparishchurch.org.uk
Volunteers are sought for the Holiday Club which this year has the theme “Wonder Zone – Discovering God’s Wonderful World”. Help is required for lots of different things – crafts, registration, group leading, drama, refreshments etc. The first team meeting is on 24 February, 7.30pm St Anne’s Episcopal Church. Please contact Kathryn Robertson on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further information.
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