Intimations
Welcome, to Blackhall St Columba’s Church. This intimation sheet is for Sunday 28 June 2026. Please also check the website and social media for all that is happening. All are welcome at all our services whether in person or on-line.
Intimation of Members Death it is with sadness that I have to inform you of the death of two of our members:
Irene Masson died on the morning of Sunday 21 June 2026 peacefully in her sleep. Her funeral will 2:30pm on Wednesday 8 July 2026 at Warriston Crematorium and all are invited.
Anne Burton, lately of Strachan House died on Monday 22 June 2026. Details of her funeral arrangements will be intimated when known.
Our thoughts and prayers are with both their families and friends at this time.
Intimation of Funeral arrangements Following the intimation of the death of John Crombie, I can now inform you that there will be a Service of Thanksgiving, on Saturday 4 July 2026, at 10:30am, here at Blackhall St Columba’s Church, to which all are invited.
Coin Collection -next week we will begin our coin collection for the charity chosen to be supported by the WATCH Committee. Parkinson’s UK Edinburgh Branch. The coins will be collected from next week so don’t forget to pick up your collection bag at the end of the service on 28 June. We will hear more about the charity and specifically what we are supporting next Sunday, the 5 July.
Volunteers Drivers – at the latest Kirk Session meeting it was highlighted that some groups, (Soup & Chat and the Mid-week PEACE Service) are having to indicate to people who would like to come that they have no drivers available to offer them a lift. Volunteers Drivers is a valuable ministry and allows many people to access Church Services and other events that they otherwise couldn’t. Please consider putting your name forward even if it is only on an occasional basis to help out. Details can be given to Les Oliver, (Sunday Services) Ruth Laidlaw, (PEACE Service) Michael Cockburn, (Soup & Chat) or the minister who will put you in touch with the right person..
Romans Study - CONNECT – We are presently taking a short break from our look at Paul’s letter to the Romans. This Sunday, the 28 July we will have ‘re-connect’ which is a social evening for those enjoying the study. We plan to resume the second half of our look at the letter beginning on Sunday20 September 2026 when all will be welcome.
Church Administrator – Blackhall St Columba’s Church
Blackhall St Columba’s Church is looking for a friendly and organised Church Administrator to support the day‑to‑day running of the Church.
You’ll be the first point of contact, provide general administrative support, help maintain the Church’s website and social media, and assist with communications and event promotion.
Ideal candidates will have:
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Experience in administration or customer‑facing roles
- Competence using Microsoft Office 365
- A welcoming and professional approach
- (Desirable) Experience with websites, social media, or community/charity work
This is a permanent post of 10 hours, payable at £15.00 per hour, Mon – Fri with the exact times to be worked out with the applicant.
To apply, please submit your CV and a short supporting statement to Staffing@blackhallstcolumba.org.uk closing date for applicants is the 24th July 2026.
Blackhall Bulletin Deadlines – The deadline for the September issue is Sunday 2nd August, and for the November/December issue Sunday, October 25th
Pilgrimage Trip – As a variation to the trips we have previously organised to Inchcolm Island we are looking to organise a local trip to Rosslyn Chapel on Wednesday 15 July 2026. The plan is to arrive at the Chapel around 12:15hrs when we will look round the Chapel before receiving an information talk at about 12:45hrs. This will then be followed by a Prayer service led by the Chapel. We will then be free to enjoy lunch (details to be decided) before returning home. Adult Tickets are £12.00 and Concessions (for over 65’s) are £10.00. We will hope to car share / look at hiring a minibus. Depending on numbers and vehicle availability. Anyone interested should contact Ruth Laidlaw or Shona Cook as soon as possible.
OTHER CHURCHES / EVENTS
lackhall Library – the new Blackhall Library Temporary Unit will open on Monday 8 June 2026 and will be situated in the grounds of Davidsons Mains Primary School. It will be open from 10am to 8pm, Monday – Wednesday and 10am to 5pm, Thurs – Saturday. Closed Sunday’s.