Dear All As we all watch with horror what is happening in Europe, you might be interested in the appeal which the Polish Scouts in Perth have launched. I have only just become aware of it, or I would have shared this earlier in time for this morning’s services. I have taken the attached poster off their Facebook page (ZHP Perth) – if you …
Perth Quakers to mark Prohibition Treaty
Since January 2021 Nuclear Weapons have been illegal in all respects under international law. The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) came into force on 22 January 2021. To mark this 1st Anniversary of the signing of the Treaty, Perth Quakers are holding a short period of meditation and reflection at 2pm on Saturday 22 January beside the Peace …
Carol Service
PACT’s Annual Carol Service will take place on Friday 17th December followed by refreshments after the service in the hall – carefully distanced, of course, but permissable! The wonderful AV team at St Matthew’s has confirmed that the service will be available to watch as it happens, and it can also be seen after the event. The link for watching …
Lantern Procession
The Lantern procession is going ahead on Saturday 27th November, to mark the beginning of Advent and to light up the nativity scenes at St Ninian’s Cathedral and outside St John’s Kirk. The details of timings are on the attached poster – sadly, however, due to Covid restrictions, we are unable to offer refreshments in the church following the singing …
Prayers for the planet
PACT have planned the following activity to coincide with the COP26 Conference taking place in Glasgow next week. Thursday 4th November – 5.30pm. Prayers for the Planet (and the decision makers) – in the garden of North Church, Mill Street (but inside if wet). All welcome.
ESOL – International Cafe
Their next meeting is on Monday 13th September at 7pm at Esolperth. International Cafe started when the Syrian refugees arrived and started at Blend Cafe, but after a long period online, and two meetings on the South Inch, it is relocating to Esolperth, which is above Costa Coffee in Scott Street. The point of International Cafe is to provide a …
Hiroshima Day in Perth
On Friday 6th August, which is the day that the Atomic Bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, Perth Quakers will hold a short witness for peace, followed by a social gathering, at the Peace Pole in Rodney Gardens. All are welcome to join us. Bring along a poem, song or similar to share – and a seat if you need one. For further …