Gala Committee to hold open planning session

Organisers of the West Pilton and Muirhouse community gala are to hold an open day next month. The gala committee is inviting local groups along to a two-hour session on 19 June to meet with local groups and organisations, establish what they require for this summer’s gala at West Pilton Park and an opportunity to sign up for the big day.

West Pilton and Muirhouse Community Gala chairperson Sean Gardiner explained: “The gala committee are holding an open day at Muirhouse St Andrews Parish Church on Tuesday 19 June at 11am, when the church has kindly given us use of the hall for a couple of hours. What we aim to do is gather all local groups and organisations into one room and establish what involvement you as a group would like in the upcoming gala – this could be in the form of a free information table inside one of the marquees, or perhaps an activity; really anything that promotes what you do in the West Pilton and Muirhouse areas.”

He added: “Getting everyone in the one place not only provides the gala committee with great feedback but also gives you the chance to fill out any of the relevant paperwork there and then, getting your place in the new gala confirmed.”

To confirm your attendance at the 19 June meeting, or for further information about the Gala, email wpmcgala@gmail.com

Christmas celebrations at Muirhouse St Andrews Parish Church

This year we have busy programme of activities over the festive season. Everyone is invited to come and share the celebration with us…

Saturday 10th December at 6.30pm

The Muirhouse Christmas Show—fun and entertainment from our choir, our youngsters, and a good few grown ups who still know how to have a laugh.

Saturday 17th December 10am-12noon

Nativity Cocoa Morning – A coffee morning with a difference – as well as the usual tea, coffee and eats there will be winter warming hot chocolate AND a host of nativity sets on display.

Sunday 18th December at 11am

4th Sunday in Advent – Family Service with our Children’s Nativity Play

Sunday 18th December at 3pm

Blue Christmas Service—a quieter reflective service for those who struggle with all the merriment of Christmas because life for them is hard, lonely or sad.

Christmas Eve Watchnight Service at 8.00pm

Christingle Service—a magical service for all ages as we prepare to celebrate Christmas

Sunday 25th December – Christmas Day at 11am

Short family service