Objectives and Achievements

The Church of Scotland is Trinitarian in doctrine, Reformed in tradition and Presbyterian in policy.    It exists to glorify God and to work for the advancement of Christ’s Kingdom throughout the world.    As a national Church, it acknowledges a distinctive call and duty to bring the ordinance of religion to the people in every parish of Scotland through a territorial ministry.    It co-operates with other Churches in various ecumenical bodies in Scotland and beyond.

Here in Fort Augustus, we aim to be a forward looking and lively church, worshipping God and endeavouring to take his word out into the community as best we can, sowing his love through our visible actions.    This applies to outreach activities aimed at promoting the Church’s presence. 

We started the year 2025 with 48 Members on the Communion Roll and during the year  welcomed ten new Members. One Member on leaving this area, transferred to her new local Church. We ended the year with 57 on the Roll.
 Attendances at Sunday Services, over the year, averaged 28-30.       Our Minister regularly prepared and sent  letters and prayers to everyone in the Congregation, some via email and others printed out and delivered to those with no access to a computer.  Updated information notices were also placed on public notice boards.    There were 2 Baptisms, 1 Weddings and 3 Funeral services.  

In November, following the Sunday service  a service of Remembrance, which well supported by the community, was held at the local Memorial.  
Following the Harvest Festival services, a special service had been held with the local school children. All donations were donated to the community food larder. 
At Christmas, Pupils and their parents  from the Academy School and the Primary School attended a Carol Service and a Nativity Play.
Our Church Hall continues to be a popular meeting place for several of the local organisations. 

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