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CLUBS & SOCIETIES WESTERN FRONT ASSOCIATION We hold 9 meetings per year on Saturday afternoons in Elgin Library. Open to anyone with an interest in WW1. Contact Derek Bird on 01343 870562 or email chairman.wfasnb@virgin.net www.wfascotlandnorth.org.uk

WALKMORAY (NHS GRAMPIAN) Do YOU want to get more active? WalkMoray offers volunteer-led, short, weekly walks in various locations. For details contact Kim Paterson, Health Walk Co-ordinator, on 01343 563657.

LADS LADS are a drama group based in Elgin. We’ve been established for over 40 years, and welcome new members with an interest in drama whether on stage or behind the scenes. Contact Estelle on 01343 544610 or visit www.ladselgin.co.uk

BIRNIE INDOOR BOWLING CLUB Come and play on our excellent carpets and enjoy good company. Playing on Monday and Thursday 7pm. Contact Charles Stewart: 543307.

T-EXCHANGE MAKERSPACE Make things, build things and exchange ideas. Third Friday of every month 7:30pm at Findhorn Village Centre. Details on www.t-exchange.net or contact Bill on 07925 551191.

ELGIN WRITERS CLUB Wednesdays fortnightly 7.30 pm in Elgin Library at from Sept May. Programme includes author talks, competitions, write on the night & workshops to help with writing. Open to all. Contact Joyce: 01340 881524 or email: elginwriters1@yahoo.co.uk

RIVERSIDE MACHINE KNITTING CLUB Wednesday 10am - 3pm, Elgin Community Centre. Hand and machine knitting encouragement and support. Contact Tricia Furr 870429

LOSSIEMOUTH CRUISING CLUB Active club with full programme of races & musters. Crews always required. Contact Sally Skalke or John Jones on 07840 198871, visit www.lossiecc.co.uk or email sallyskalke@tiscali.co.uk

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LOSSIEMOUTH ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION BRANCH AND SOCIAL CLUB Join us for a variety of social activities . For more details about the Club and Membership please visit www.lossiemouth-rna.org MORAY & NAIRN FLORAL ART CLUB Come and watch talented flower demonstrators at work. Meets 2nd Wednesday each month at Applegrove Primary School. Contact May Bichan 01343 850634 MORAY ARTS CLUB Bringing 'The Arts' to the people of Moray. Call Myra Gallicker (Art Convener) on 01343 541426 or email mjg.artist@hotmail.co.uk or visit www.morayartsclub.com MORAY CEILIDH CLUB Informal, fun night out! All welcome! Dances explained for beginners and those members who cannot remember! BYOB. Contact Anna Ross 842953.

MORAY ADVANCE MOTORISTS & MOTORCYCLISTS Reg. Scottish Charity SC 033561 visit www.morayiam.org.uk or call 01309 673954 MORAY ROADRUNNERS New members of all abilities welcome. Seniors Wednesday 6.30pm Elgin Community Centre, Juniors Tues & Thurs 6pm Morriston Playing Fields. Visit www.morayroadrunners.com MOTHERS’ UNION Every 3rd Wednesday, Holy Trinity Church, Elgin, 2pm. Attached to the Anglican Church. Variety of speakers etc. Men welcome, meetings open to all. Call Frances Garrety 814149 or Lynne Taylor 835861 MORAY VILLAGE HALLS For details of local village halls and how to book visit www.morayvillagehalls.org.uk RED CROSS BEFRIENDING SERVICE Regular visiting service by a volunteer for over 60s, who live on their own and have little or no contact with family, friends or neighbours. Contact Jennifer Allan 554340 or 07595 278 277 4TH LOSSIE BOYS BRIGADE Every Wednesday at Hythehill Primary School. Anchor boys (Primary 1,2 & 3) 5:30pm6:30pm; Junior Section (Primary 4,5 & 6) 6:30pm-8pm; Company Section (Primary 7 and high school) 8pm-9:30pm. Contact James Allan: 542305. AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS Fellowship of relatives/friends of alcoholics sharing experience and strength. Details of local weekly meetings can be found at www.al-anonuk.org.uk or call 0141 339 8884 (helpline 10am10pm, 365 days a year). ALVES LADIES BOWLING CLUB Monday evenings at 7pm at Alves Hall. Tel: 01343 850264.

MORAY ACCESS PANEL To help improve access to buildings or other access problems in Moray. An advisory body of disabled and Moray Council reprentatives. Meets monthly at The Moray Resource Centre, Elgin. Pleased to offer advice to anyone. New members are always welcome. Email wheelsgalore100@googlemail.com MORAY FLY FISHERS CLUB Promote trout fly fishing by offering discounted access and competitions. MORAY GAELIC GROUP Mondays, 7:30 - 9pm, at Moray College. Conversation classes led by volunteer native gaelic speakers. £5 year membership. moraygaelicgroup@uhi.ac.uk www.facebook.com/moraygaelic MORAY JAZZ CLUB Thursdays 8 - 10.30pm, doors open at 7.30pm. Elgin City Football/Social Club. Admission £5 for non-members. Visit www.morayjazzclub.co.uk or email mjc@morayjazzclub.co.uk MORAY MOUNTAIN BIKE CLUB Small, local group, meeting on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, to mountain bike the local area. Organise day trips to both trail centres and natural trails. Visit www.moraymountainbikeclub.co.uk PLEASE NOTE: The deadline for inclusion in March’s Clubs & Societies page is Friday 1st February, 4pm. All Clubs & Societies are on a rotational basis.

If you would like details of your club or society included in this section, please let us know. All club listings are free. Not all clubs will be listed in every issue.

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We are bombarded by news from our papers, TVs and the internet. Stories of abuse, pain, mass murder, financial meltdown and various other bad news barrage us. We live in a broken and sinful world.

A local newspaper in the UK run a section in their paper entitled “Good News”. They say that this section is “A spotlight on what's inspiring, what's positive and what's working. This Paper covers the stories that most media chooses not to.”

Within our world there are stories of good news. Stories where rays of light break into the darkness of our world. The Bible talks about good news. This news is the greatest news our broken world needs to hear. If you believe it, it is the best news ever. That good news is the gospel.

Christians like that word. It is also a word used in our culture to mean something that is absolutely real and true. However, in the Bible it is used to mean good news. Preaching the gospel is preaching good news. Gospel truth is good news truth. Believing the gospel is believing good news. The apostle Paul wrote in the Bible that the good news is what he preached and what is most important. Good news is what saves us. So, what is this good news?

Good news has to make a difference in our lives. Otherwise, it is just interesting news.

Paul explains that the good news is that Jesus died for our sins, was buried and was raised on the third day. Jesus died to pay for my sins, my offences against God. All the things I did that I should not have done. All the things I should have done and did not. The

Alves Church First Sunday every month 11.30am. Tel: 01309 690931. Birnie - Pluscarden Church Sunday service: Pluscarden at 10am and Birnie at 11.30am Burghead Church Each Sunday 11.30am. Tel: 01309 690931. Elgin and Forres Free Church of Scotland Sunday Service, Sunday school, and crèche 11am. Evening service 6pm. Midweek meeting Wednesday 7.30pm. Contact Colin Morrison: 01343 542196. Elgin Baptist Church Sunday worship 11am includes crèche, pre-Sunday school, Sunday school, and Bible class. Evenings 6pm. Youth fellowship 7.30pm. Tel: 01343 547743. Elgin City Church Harvest Centre Elgin (formerly St Giles Church Hall), Greyfriars Street. Sundays 10.30am. Childrens’ church and crèche available. Tel: 01343 543624. Elgin Community Church Sunday morning service 10.30am. Evening fellowship and youth group 6pm. Tel: 01343 546654. Elgin High Church Sunday service 11am. Contact Parish Asst. Paula Baker: 01542 832662. Hopeman Baptist Church Sundays 11am and 6pm. Living Waters Fellowship Wednesdays 7pm with free refreshments: Road to Recovery - for alcholics, addicts and the homeless. Sundays 12.30pm: preachin’, prayin’, and singin’ followed by lunch. Sundays 12.30pm and Wednesdays 7pm: Truck Stop Ministries - for truck drivers & bikers. New Elgin & Ashgrove Hall, King Street, Elgin, IV30 6BN. Tel: 07730 256543. Website: www.livingwatersfellowship.co.uk Lossiemouth Baptist Church Sundays 9.30am, 11.30am (and junior church) and 6pm. Thursdays 6.15pm - 8pm: kids church (P4-P7). Contact Rev. Rae Mackenzie: 01343 812062. Website: www.lossiebaptist.org Lossiemouth Gospel Hall Sunday club 9.30am (September to May). Gospel meeting6.30pm.Tel: 01343 812987. Website:www.lossiemouthgospelhall.org.uk Lossiemouth United Free Church of Scotland Sundays 11am and 6pm including Sunday school. Contact Rev. Alexander Ritchie: 01343 810262. Website: www.ufcos.org.uk/lossie

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things that keep me from a Holy God have been paid for by God’s own son. Not only that, but He came back to life. Jesus, God’s son, paid for my sins by His death on the cross and God brought Him to life again. That is good news. That is great news. That is why, at the birth of Jesus, the angels announced: “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all people. Today in the town of David, a Saviour has been born to you: he is Christ the Lord” (Luke 2:1011). Jesus himself said: “The time has come. The kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe the good news!” (Mark 1:15). Choose life. Choose Jesus.

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Moray Grace Fellowship The Warehouse Theatre, Lossie. Sundays 10.30am. Contact Vic Cameron: 01343 850142. Email: vic.cameron2803@btinternet.com. Website: www.moraygrace.wordpress.com Holy Trinity Elgin. Sundays 8am: Holy Communion. 11am: family Eucharist. 6.30pm: evening service. Tel: 01343 547505. Parish of Duffus, Spynie, and Hopeman On the first Sunday of the month, there is one united service at 10:30am on a rotation of the three kirks. Church services are held the other Sunday mornings at 10:00am in Hopeman and 11:30am at either Duffus or Spynie. St Andrews-Lhanbryd and Urquhart Parish Church Sundays 11am including young church and crèche. Evening services 7pm on last Sunday of month at St Margaret's Hall, Urquhart. Contact Andrew Robertson: 01343 843765. St Gerardine’s High Church Lossiemouth. Sunday family worship 11am. Contact: 01343 813635. St Giles and St Columba’s South Elgin. Sunday services 10:30am in January, March, May, July, September, and November in St Giles’ Church. February, April, June, August, October, and December in St Columba’s South Church at 10:30am. Wednesdays 7:30pm and Thursdays 12.30pm at St. Giles Church. Contact the church office: 551501. Website: www.elginstgiles.org St James Church of Scotland Lossiemouth. Sunday family worship 11am including crèche and Sunday school. 6pm: evening service . 7pm: Swordfish youth group. Contact Rev. Graham Crawford: 07817 504042. St Margaret’s Church Lossiemouth. Sunday 9.30am: family Eucharist . Thursdays 10am: Holy Communion. Thursdays 5pm: evening prayer. St Sylvester's Catholic Church Elgin. Vigil Mass Saturday 7pm. Sunday Mass 11.45am.Tel: 01343 542280. If you are a member of a church not listed here, please email us the details and we may print this in future issues.

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4. POLICE UPDATE Crime figures are within projected baseline forecast both for the year and for the past fortnight Operation Star is ongoing. It consists of high visibility foot patrol runs in the High Street of Elgin leading up to Christmas. Operation Avon is also ongoing to tackle Street alcohol. Rangers versus Elgin football game is rescheduled for 22nd December 2012 and as previously, the police have assessed the risks do not expect any trouble and 60 –70 officers will be present. Gordon Methven asked what information was available on the new single Scottish Police Force. 32 authorities will be reduced to 14 and in Elgin, Superintendant Cooper and Chief Inspector Findlay will remain. John Divers said that the Council’s pathfinder group are aware of this.

6a. PLANNING Brownmuir Windfarm: James Wiseman’s proposed reply to the letter from RPS was approved. The essence of the letter was to reinforce the Community opinion which can’t necessarily be easily argued away. Alastair Kennedy and James Wiseman attended a presentation about the Community Benefit processes which discussed the area to benefit and a possible mechanism for distribution. James Wiseman pointed out that whilst this may seem at odds with the objection, in order to do the best for our community it is necessary to be aware of the workings of Community Benefit opportunities in case the development should be approved against our objection. Alastair Kennedy explained that this was a sensible activity because the community benefit is likely to be substantial and one source suggests a minimum of £5,000 per installed megawatt which would be £285,000. John Divers expressed concern that the Moray Council had not been involved in those discussions. James Wiseman explained that the developers had expressed an interest in match funding to increase the benefit therefore it may make sense for the Council not to be involved because the wind farm could become an additional match funding source for the Council.

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The Main Issues Report will be out for public consultation on 23rd November 2012 and will be discussed at a Community Leaders meeting hosted by the Joint Community Councils of Moray (JCC) to be held in the Laich Moray Hotel on 12th December 2012 at 7pm to 9:30pm. 2 King Street is still ongoing.

6d. ROADS & TRANSPORTATION Taxis: George Littlejohn said that he is to move this on in the new year with a meeting offered by Ian Emslie of the Taxi Driver’s Association ahead of next years consultation by Moray Council. Gordon Methven advised that there is a Scottish Government Consultation out on the subject – See Consultations. Dr Gray’s Roundabout: The risk posed to Elgin Academy pupils had been advised to George Littlejohn via Harry Torry and the idea of a pelican crossing or crossing patrol had been suggested. Gordon Methven recounted his experience with Road Safety Policing in the 1990’s that if a location is perceived as dangerous it actually makes it safer. Gordon Methven also advised that School Crossing Patrols were in the past solely reserved for primary school children. (It would be unusual for the Council to agree to a patrol on the A96 as it would set a precedent and perhaps a clamor for them to be introduced at all our secondary schools). The Night Service from Dr Gray’s Hospital: ongoing. Western Link Road: ongoing and minutes of the most recent Community Engagement meeting were received.

7a. ELGIN NORTH AREA FORUM Cllr Gowans intimated that she had been interviewed by Audit Scotland and it went well and she was able to highlight some local work including SPICE and taxis. Budget Consultation was discussed. Academy footpath issue has been resolved and it will now be built in accordance with the Disability Act including lighting. Other issues around the completion of Elgin Academy were discussed.

7b. ELGIN SOUTH AREA FORUM

November 2012 after the AGM where the office bearers remained the same. Western Link Road & Sandy Road, Budget Workshop, Community Leaders workshop 12th December 2012, SPICE, Taxis and Hardhillock extraction.

7c. STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE CITY OF ELGIN (SPICE) Jacqui Taylor has left BID but remains on SPICE. The Environment Improvement Strategy was well received by a meeting with Zero Waste Scotland on 7th December 2012. Street Pastors: A meeting was held with the Elgin Street Pastors.

9. DEANSHAUGH PLAYING FIELDS Work is ongoing at Deanshaugh Playing Fields.

11. GRANT LODGE Alastair Kennedy reported that following a comment to the Chair of the group about a piece of wrong information in their newsletter it was acknowledged at the recent AGM that the Community Council had initiated the current process of regeneration The future use of Grant Lodge is as yet undecided but is expected to for part of the Castle to Cathedral to Cashmere project.

12. PROMOTING THE CITY OF ELGIN Community Fair Debrief is ongoing and being organised by Gordon Methven. www.celebratemaidstone.org.uk was put forward by Steven Christie and Gordon Methven as a good example of promoting a city.

13. ELGIN HIGH SCHOOL The Project is Ongoing: John Divers explained that various representatives have been to see best practice in other schools and a letter was circulated advising the local community to keep a watch on proposals as they develop.

Steven Christie outlined the topics discussed at the South Forum on 20th

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Local Holiday ‡ Local Holiday § Local Holiday ‡ Local Holiday § British Summertime Ends Christmas Day

Elgin Academy & Feeders Thurs 14th Feb 2013 Elgin High & Feeders Thurs 14th Feb 2013 Mid-Term Holiday Fri 15th - Mon 18th Feb 2013 Spring Term Ends Thurs 28th Mar 2013 Spring Holiday Starts Fri 29th Mar 2013 Spring Holiday Ends Fri 12th Apr 2013 Summer Term Starts Mon 15th Apr 2013 Lossie High & Feeders Fri 3rd May 2013 May Day Holiday Mon 6th May 2013 In-Service Closure Thurs 16th - Mon 20th May 2013

Summer Term Ends Fri 5th Jul 2013 Autumn Term Starts Tues 20th Aug 2013 Autumn Term Ends Fri 11th Oct 2013 Autumn Holiday Starts Mon 14th Oct 2013 Autumn Holiday Ends Fri 25th Oct 2013 Winter Term Starts Mon 28th Oct 2013 In-Service Closure Mon 18th - Tues 19th Nov 2013 Winter Term Ends Fri 20th Dec 2013 Christmas Holiday Starts Mon 23 Dec 2013 Christmas Holiday Ends Fri 3rd Jan 2014

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As a bit of film buff, I took some time out recently to see the fantastic screen adaptation of Tolkien’s epic The Hobbit. It is a book I loved to read and the filming is breathtaking in its scale.

While it may not be good for the waistline, I can certainly testify that Forres Mechanics/Murdoch Brothers pies are good for the soul. I should, of course, point out that there are other butchers and bakers in Moray who also make really excellent pies and I am on a mission to check them out as well. However, in the meantime, well done to Mechanics for keeping their loyal supporters well fed with some high quality Moray produce!

It was great to see Scottish actors in the cast as well, which is hugely encouraging for those involved in the arts. Following on from Skyfall and the scenes shot in Scotland for the Harry Potter movies, the cinema is proving to be a great shop window for our country and for our many talented folk.

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WHOM WILL YOU BLAME? Upon which of the following excuses are you YOU CANNOT SAY “I have not been warned,” for building your hopes of escaping Hell and reach- this publication containing God’s Word is your warning and it may be your last. Search the scriptures ing Heaven? and see if these things are so. If you are concerned about these matters it is God’s Spirit striving to show you your danger, your guilt and your helplessness. There is pardon for you today if you will have it. If you resist the Spirit, God says: “My Spirit shall not always strive with man.” Genesis 6:3.

Whom will you blame if like the rich man in Luke 16, you die, are buried and in Hell you lift up YOU CANNOT SAY “There is plenty of time to your eyes being in settle this matter,” Listen to His solemn warning torments? against delay, “because I have called, and ye refused; I

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YOU CANNOT BLAME THE LORD JESUS YOU MAY SAY “I do not believe in Hell.” But, my CHRIST friend, two minutes in Hell amid the weeping, wailing and gnashing of teeth will change your mind. You will realize then, as every one in Hell realizes today, that the Bible is the Word of God, that you are a sinner, that Christ died for sinners, that you could have been YOU CANNOT SAY “I am not a sinner,” for God saved had you believed and accepted the Saviour of says: “As by one man sin entered into the world, and sinners as your own personal Saviour. There are no death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that unbelievers in Hell, but they believed—too late. all have sinned.” Romans 5:12 You may say you do not believe all this, but the mere fact that you do not believe it does not alter the facts. YOU CANNOT SAY for He said “I am come that they might have life.” John 10:10 “Him that cometh to Me I will in no wise cast out.” John 6:37

“I am doing the best I can,” “I have turned over a new leaf ” “I have a good heart,” “God is too good to punish me in Hell.” “I have done nothing worthy of Hell.” God says all your “righteousnesses are as filthy rags” in His sight. Isaiah 64:6. “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately (incurably) wicked.” Jeremiah 17:9. “There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.” Proverbs 14:12.

YOU ARE LEFT WITHOUT EXCUSE “What wilt thou say when He shall punish thee?” Jeremiah 13:21 The responsibility where you spend Eternity – (Heaven or Hell) is yours and yours alone. Friend, listen! God is offering you mercy and pardon: God loves you, Christ died as a substitute for your sins on the cross. You have to receive Him for yourself; no-one can do it for you..you need to have repentance toward God and faith toward our Lord Jesus ChristBut do it now – or whom will you blame?

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The island’s culture is a rich fusion of British colonial history and African heritage. Bermudans are well known for their sincere friendliness and warmth. The island is famous for its Bermuda shorts that were fashioned on the British Military uniform for hot climates in the 20th century, and the Royal Navy still have them as part of their uniform today. This is taken very seriously with rules stating that Bermuda shorts should not be worn shorter than 6 inches above the knee. Bermuda’s capital, the city of Hamilton, is packed with historic buildings, churches, shops, museums, galleries, parks and gardens. All of this set alongside a beautiful harbour. During the summer months Front Street in Hamilton City is closed to traffic one night a week for Harbour Nights. This is where the cruise ships dock and the harbour is transformed into a bustling festival of arts, crafts and food stalls, late night shopping and colourful live performances! Bermuda is an all-year-round destination. The spring, summer and autumn months are the best time of year to make the most of spotless pink beaches such as the popular Elbow Beach and the exciting diving opportunities on offer. There are over 200 species of hard coral and wreck dives are very popular too with Bermuda boasting over 400 dive sites. It is also famous for its 7 golf courses! This is more golf courses than any other small island in the world. The winter months are the perfect time of year for golfing. In 2013 the PGA Grand Slam of Golf will be played at the prestigious Port Royal Golf Course between the 16th and 18th of October.

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At McCalls of Elgin we have designated areas for group fittings and provide a dedicated service just for you. Arrange this in advance by calling 01343 540590. Packages There are 4 kilt packages available at McCalls that not only provide a top to toe outfit, but also saves you money too. Packages start at £759.00 and go up to the deluxe package at £1,099. All of the packages offer a generous discount in comparison to buying the items separately and can be viewed on the website. The groom may also want to upgrade and add plaid, a special sporran or have a special jacket made with unique details to match his kilt or accessories, and as McCalls like to keep up with the trends, there is an extensive selection of cravats and ties to match the theme of the big day. Our knowledgeable staff will be pleased to help the groom and his party choose an outfit that he will be proud to wear. Hire McCalls also offer a significant range of Highland Wear to hire. With a comprehensive range of both traditional tartans and the contemporary, Pride of Scotland, we also have a range of jacket styles to get the right look for your day. McCalls offer hire package which include 6 hires for the price of 5. Giftware McCalls have a vast selection of Scottish giftware and highland accessories.

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It is difficult to imagine a more romantic setting for your wedding than a 17th century house set in a sheltered walled garden. However, Innes is not just a stunning venue which you and your guests will never forget, but also offers a wholly flexible programme to enable you to plan your day exactly as you would like. Every wedding is unique and tailor-made for each couple. You may hold the ceremony here in the garden or in one of the two beautiful reception rooms. After the service your guests can wander around the gardens whilst you have your photographs taken in these tranquil, romantic surroundings. The reception and dinner may be held in the East Dining Room or larger parties can be held in our marquee extension which covers a walled garden complete with a summer house for the bar and a fountain around which the tables are set. After dinner you may enjoy dancing or other entertainment and then drive away down the tree lined avenue and look back on a magnificent floodlit house. Alternatively, you and some of your guests may stay the night in one of our splendidly appointed bedrooms and leave after a leisurely breakfast the next morning.

Any couple booking their 2013 Wedding with us during February 2013, will be offered complimentary wedding night accommodation along with a ‘Champagne Toast’ upgrade of their chosen drinks package.

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Humanist Weddings It’s not surprising that we’re the fastest growing provider of weddings in Scotland – because people who go to Humanist Ceremonies like them so much! A Humanist Wedding celebrates the people involved – the couple, their family and friends. Ask us about symbolic gestures (like wedding band warming, handfasting and candlelighting), how you can involve your family and friends in the ceremony, and choices of wording for your vows. You can be as traditional or unusual in your choices as you like. We work hard to tailor the ceremony to fit you – making it a unique, personal celebration of your love and future together. That’s why Kirsteen said to her Celebrant: ‘Thank you with all our hearts – our wedding ceremony was utterly joyous and unforgettable. It was better than we dreamt possible, and we felt you understood us and the words we wanted to say.’ Find out more from highlandweddings@humanism-scotland.org.uk

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