Author: Jan Rutherford

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It is that point in the summer!

The much-loved annual church BBQ will take place on Friday 7 August, 6.00pm, at East Craigs Church centre. Please make known any dietary requirements via Sarah in the office to allow the team to cater for your requirements.

Book you tickets quickly for The Bohemians Edinburgh Fringe concert, To Broadway and Back Again. Featuring music from Kinky Boots, Come from Away, Sister Act, Les Misérables and many more! There’s something for everyone and you’re guaranteed to leave the venue singing and dancing!

Performances take place at Edinburgh New Town Church on 27 and 28 August. For tickets see the Fringe website. Or, to book without booking fee please contact Alison McKay, alisonmckay@hotmail.co.uk or 07708473171

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SERVICES ARE CHANGING –

Come and join the fun as we try something new, together

This week, on Sunday, 24 May, we are launching a new style of service – relaxed, informal, coffee, cake/biscuits, music, prayer and chat.

If you have been part of our hugely popular cafe church in the past, this will feel familiar. It is a truly intergenerational experience with everyone from newborn to 100 years+ welcome.

Informal services will take place from 10.30am every Sunday. This week this new style of service will take place at East Craigs. The location will change every week but the welcome will always be warm (you will find a traditional service in one of our buildings if that is what your prefer – but we hope you will give this a try):

See you on Sunday!

And beyond?

• 24 May, 10.30am –
  • Informal service at East Craigs
    Traditional service at the Old Parish
• 31 May, 10.30am –
  • Traditional service at Craigsbank
    Informal service at the Old Parish
• 7 June, 10.30am  –
  • Informal service at Craigsbank (Hall)
    Traditional service at the Old Parish
• 14 June, 10.30am  –
  • Traditional service at East Craigs
    Informal service at the Old Parish
• 21 June, 10.30am –  
  • Informal service at Craigsbank (Hall)
    Traditional service at the Old Parish
• 28 June, 10.30am –
  • Traditional service at East Craigs
  • Informal service at the Old Parish
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  All the services will be at 10.30am.

DON’T PANIC! It’s a lot to remember. Printed ‘timetables’ are available at all the worship centres for you to take away. We hope we can mix and mingle, live and learn, share and grow together.

Two summer holiday camps for primary school-aged children – places are limited so do sign up soon. Scan the QR code now or email Sarah (administrator@craigsbankchurch.org.uk) for further information.

Mark the date in your diary for the Edinburgh Easter Play 2026. Taking place at 2.00pm on Sat 4 April near the elephant sculpture in Princes Street Gardens, this is a free and accessible event and everyone is welcome. It is a very moving retelling of the Easter story, designed by Cutting Edge Theatre and Easter Play Trust with both families and adults in mind.

Mark the date in your diary – See you there!

Christian Aid are asking us all to consider making a gift on Mother’s Day, in memory of all the beloved women who are no longer with us:

Mothering Sunday can bring back memories of love, care and guidance. It can also be a difficult day for those missing their mum, grandmother or mother figure who helped shape who they are today.

By giving in memory this Mothering Sunday, you can honour her life through a gift that supports mothers and families living through poverty, conflict and injustice.

Take a look at their site for more details.