Easter Service

Added by Neil Buchan at 21:18 on 31 March 2024

What a gloriously sunny Caithness spring day to celebrate the resurrection of the risen Lord! A key feature of our Easter Service today, led by Rev Janet, was a large cross, to which members of the congregation were invited to attach daffodils in memory of a loved one, or as a prayer token for some...

Daffodil Tea Fundraiser in Mey Hall

Added by Neil Buchan at 14:35 on 29 March 2024

On Saturday 13th April, Pentland Parish will be holding a fundraising Daffodil Tea in Mey Hall. The event starts at 2pm, and in addition to refreshments and delicious home baking there will be a variety of local stallholders and a tombola. Do come along - everyone welcome!

Special meeting with new Presbytery Clerk and Mission Planning Convenor

Added by Neil Buchan at 21:35 on 31 January 2024

A special meeting with the Presbytery Clerk and the Mission Planning Convenor of the new Clèir Eilean Ì Presbytery has been convened to hear what congregations have to say about the way forward for our Parish. The Clerk and Convenor have advised they will not be presenting solutions, b...

Cynthia's 60 glorious years

Added by Rev Janet Easton-Berry at 19:40 on 29 January 2024

Cynthia Grant has been playing the organ for sixty years at Keiss Church of Scotland – her parents were actively involved with the church (her father was an Elder) – she was initially asked to play for two Sundays and Cynthia said ‘that was me’ – it has gone on ever sin...

Snowy weather disrupts Pentland Parish

Added by Neil Buchan at 10:13 on 16 January 2024

Seasonal wintery weather can be pretty and fun, but the heavy snow falls over the past couple of days have disrupted life in Caithness, with all bus services being cancelled for example. Due to the inclement conditions and the conditions underfoot, the decision has been taken to cancel the Prayer Me...

PP Carol Service, Keiss, Sunday 17 December

Added by Neil Buchan at 17:21 on 21 December 2023

On Sunday 17 December, Keiss Church hosted a well attended Pentland Parish Carol Service in Keiss Community Hall. At the last minute Rob Petersen stepped in to lead the singing and praise as unfortunately Rev Janet was unwell and unable to attend. Rob did us proud, and the hall rang out to joyful si...

Christmas Party Fun!!

Added by Neil Buchan at 17:06 on 21 December 2023

On Saturday the 16th of December 2023 local children came to Canisbay Church hall for a Hawaiian Christmas party! There was fun and games, amazing tray bakes, and a movie about a little monster named Stitch that visited Hawaii. As it happens Stitch found his way to Canisbay Church hall on the evenin...

Hawaiian Christmas Party

Added by Neil Buchan at 12:21 on 19 November 2023

All local children in primary 2-7 are welcome to come join us at Canisbay hall on Saturday the 16th December from 6-9pm for a Hawaiian Christmas Party! There will be a movie showing Stitch landing in the Hawaiian islands, some time for dancing, eating snacks, playing games and an awesome surprise! W...

Remembrance Sunday

Added by Neil Buchan at 23:13 on 09 November 2023

On Remembrance Sunday, 12 November, Pentland Parish will holding a Remembrance service in each of our four churches. Canisbay church has already been decorated in preparation, and we are most grateful to Christine Shearer for providing some photographs of the lovely, poignant, poppy displays. Visit ...

Pet Service raises funds for two local charities

Added by Neil Buchan at 10:39 on 05 November 2023

Back in April, enthusiastic dog lover Issy Currie organised another successful and well attended 'Pet Service' in Canisbay Church, supported by Janet and other members of the congregation. The object of the service was two-fold: to remember and give thanks for our pets and assistance dogs wh...

Harvest Thanksgiving Service

Added by Neil Buchan at 11:46 on 23 October 2023

On Sunday 15th October the Parish held a joint Harvest Thanksgiving Service in Canisbay Church. The service was led by the ladies of the Guild. A gallery of images, kindly provided by Alan Cairns, is available to view here.

Liz attends Guild Annual Gathering

Added by Neil Buchan at 21:49 on 13 October 2023

On Saturday 9th September, Liz Buchan attended the Guild Annual Gathering in the General Assembly Hall in Edinburgh. She was the sole representative of Caithness Guilds Together. The Annual Gathering is the biggest event of the Guild year, bringing over 1,000 Guild members and friends together for a...

King Charles III visits Dunnet and Canisbay

Added by Neil Buchan at 11:29 on 27 September 2023

Earlier this year, the churches of Dunnet and Canisbay were privileged to receive a special visitor for their regular Sunday Services. On Sunday 30 July, King Charles III and his party were welcomed into Dunnet Church. His attendance was not publicised in advance as he wished it to be a personal vis...

Canisbay Flower Festival

Added by Neil Buchan at 20:00 on 18 September 2023

Earlier this year between Thursday 20th and Saturday 22nd July, a magnificent flower festival took place in Canisbay Church. Such was the success of the event that entry donations from around 450 visitors over the three days raised £1,900 which has been donated to the John O’Groats Devel...

World Day of Prayer 2023

Added by Neil Buchan on 03 March 2023

The World Day of Prayer is an ecumenical movement inspired by the motto “Informed Prayer and Prayerful Action.” The movement follows the example of Jesus Christ, who prayed from a place of knowledge and care for the world, and who acted from a place of prayer and connection to God. On Fr...

Guild prepares for Spring!

Added by Neil Buchan on 22 November 2022

At their November meeting in 2022, the ladies of Pentland Parish Guild planted spring bulbs and trees in pots and containers for display around Canisbay Church Hall. The activity was inspired by the Guild theme Wee seeds, Big trees, which explored the idea of growth, physical growth and spiritual gr...