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PASTORAL LETTER & CHURCH MEETINGS Choose life. Choose Jesus.

Every day we are confronted with choices. Even this morning you have made many choices: what time to get up (How many times did you hit the snooze button?); to have a shower or bath or nothing; what to wear; what to eat; which car to drive; what do the kids need to wear?

Some of the choices that we make on a daily basis have very little impact on our lives whereas others can significantly change the course of our lives.

John MacArthur writes in his commentary on Matthew’s Gospel, “Our lives are filled with decisions—what to wear, what to eat, where to go, what to do, what to say, what to buy, whom to marry, what career to follow and on and on. Many decisions are trivial and insignificant, and some are essential and life-changing.

The most critical of all is our decision about Jesus Christ and His kingdom. That is the ultimate

choice that determines our eternal destiny, our final destination."

Gospel. You might say today: what is the Gospel?

MacArthur hit the nail on the head.

The most important choice you will make in your life is whether or not you are going to follow Jesus and give your life to Him. All the other important decisions in life hinge on that choice.

The Gospel, put simply, is that Jesus, God’s Son, came to the earth on a rescue mission to save a sinful humanity and make possible a relationship with God. He was born of a virgin, lived a perfect life, died on the Cross and rose again so that our sins could be forgiven. He did this so that we could be accepted by God. So through that perfect life, that sacrificial death and that glorious resurrection we can be saved if we choose to trust in Jesus and follow Him.

In my life the greatest decision I have ever made is to put my faith in Jesus Christ. It has been a life changing decision and I am experiencing that life in all its fullness that Jesus spoke about.

I decided to follow Jesus as a 12 year old boy at a Sunday School Camp that was held in Pathhead just outside Edinburgh. Someone explained the Gospel to me and explained how I could have a relationship with God. That decision wasn’t about becoming religious. It wasn’t just about just being inspired by a wise and kind man who once lived.

That might sound too good to be true. However, it is wonderfully good and completely true. Jesus said in John 14:6: “I am the way and the truth and the life. Noone comes to the Father except through me.”

For me it was about understanding the true identity of Jesus and His

Rev Rae Mackenzie Lossiemouth Baptist Church

Alves Church First Sunday every month 11.30am. Tel: 01309 690474.

Birnie & Pluscarden Church Sunday worship at 11am alternating weekly between Birnie & Pluscarden. All welcome.

Burghead Free Church Sunday service at 11am with Sunday school and crèche. Evening service 6pm. Midweek meeting Wednesday at 7pm.

Contact Peter Turnbull 07841 777482. Visit www.burgheadfreechurch.org Elgin and Forres Free Church of Scotland Sunday Service, Sunday school, and crèche 11am. Evening service 6pm. Midweek meeting Wednesday 7.30pm. Contact Colin Morison: 01343 542196.

Elgin Baptist Church Sunday worship 11am includes crèche, preSunday school, Sunday school, and Bible class. Evenings 6pm.

Youth fellowship 7.30pm. Tel: 01343 547743.

Elgin Church of God Pinetree Crescent, Elgin. Sunday Worship 10:30am followed by refreshments in the church cafe. All welcome.

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 (Church of God) Family Worship Sundays 10:30am, Start Right Toddler Group: Tues 10am - 11:30am (Term Time) Bible Study: Wed at 7pm. Contact Pastor Manuel on 01343 546654 Elgin High Church Sunday service 11am. Contact Parish Asst. Paula Baker: 01542 832662.

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Holy Trinity Elgin. Sundays 8am: Holy Communion. 11am: Family Eucharist. 6.30pm: evening service. Tel: 01343 547505.

Hopeman Baptist Church Sundays 11am and 6pm.

Living Waters Fellowship Wednesdays 7pm: 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 9:15am, 11am (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 club12.30pm (Sept - May). Gospel meeting 6.30pm. Tel: 01343 812211. For details visit www.lossiemouthgospelhall.org.uk Lossiemouth United Free Church of Scotland Sundays 11am and 6pm including Sunday school. Website: www.ufcos.org.uk/lossie

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JANUARY 2016 27 wednesday

scottish rock garden club (moray group) - ian young - highland gathering 7:30pm, new elgin hall annex. for more information call colinne souter (treasurer) on 01340 871504 or netta milne (secretary) on 01340 881558 food & cooking through the ages 2.30pm, elgin museum hall. a talk by mary shand on food and cooking methods in different historical periods. free entry. for more information contact elgin museum on 01343 543675 or visit www.elginmuseum.org.uk the complete stone roses @ ironworks 7:30pm. visit www.ironworksvenue.com or call 0871 7894173

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musical memories 1.30pm - 3pm in new elgin and ashgrove hall, land street, elgin. an opportunity for anyone with dementia and their carers to meet and share in the enjoyment of music, singing and memories. teas and coffees served. cost £1 recovery café - help make good mental health for all and recovery a reality 1pm - 5.30pm, harvest centre, 10 greyfriars street, elgin. recovery conversation café from 1pm - 3pm - to book email robert.stevenson @scottishrecovery.net • break 3pm - 3.30pm • design the ‘wellbeing hub’ - creative session 3.30pm - 5.30pm to book email info@wrapmoray.org attend either or both parts of the event. if you have any childcare or other barriers to participation please contact to discuss. do you like jokes? comedy club @ the drouthy cobbler 7:30pm. lose the january blues with great live stand-up comedy. book early. call 01343 596000 or visit www.thedrouthycobbler.co.uk

27 wednesday - 30 saturday scottish ballet: cinderella @ eden court 7:30pm on wed /fri & 2pm on thurs/sat. box office 01463 234234 or visit www.eden-court.co.uk

28 thursday alzheimer scotland dementia café 10.45am - 12pm at harbour lights, lossiemouth. for anyone with dementia, carers and family to meet up for a cuppa in a relaxed and supportive environment. thursday morning meander 10am at bike revolution, lossiemouth. a short jaunt out on the bike every to get those muscles working and that fat burning. bring your own bike, or hire one of ours. visit www.bike-revolution.co.uk admin@spotlighton.co.uk

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elmer crafts and stories with earthtime! 10:30am at forres library. craft and storytime session for children and parents. make elmer and elephants from recycled milk containers. call 01309 672834 discover new music: will robert @ the drouthy cobbler 8pm. visit www.thedrouthycobbler.co.uk or call 01343 596000 slam @ ironworks 10:30pm. call 0871 7894173 or visit www.ironworksvenue.com

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FEBRUARY 2016 1 monday burghead library reading group 7pm at burghead library. an informal chat about books and favourite reads for adults. all welcome. dufftown library reading group 2pm at dufftown library. an informal chat about books and favourite reads for adults. all welcome.

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4 thursday bookbug for babies and toddlers 10am - 11am at forres library. a fun singing and rhyming session for babies and toddlers in forres library. all welcome.

6 saturday moravian orienteers saturday series: orienteering at the crooked wood at 10am. hosted by lhanbryde primary school. races for adults and juniors with refreshments afterwards by the parent council. for info visit www.moravianorienteering.org or call mike on 07957 836124 storytime 11.30am - 12pm at fochabers library milne's library & leisure suite. a fun library storytime for children. all welcome. moray ostomates 1pm - 3pm at the resource centre elgin. call meggie on 01343 552449 or kathleen on 01343 821628 for a chat. lhanbryde community centre quiz night 7pm for 7.30pm. ÂŁ2 pp, teams of up to four. byob. in aid of centre funds. all welcome! â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;sold on soulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dance on behalf of unicef doors open 7.30pm, band starts at 8.30pm in elgin town hall. over 18 only. bar & raffle. tickets ÂŁ10 from a & i supplies, sound & vision, elgin or call 01343 543092. money will go towards helping the children of syria.

2010 events presents : the music farm @ the loft from 12pm, eastgrange farm, near forres. an indoor music festival featuring over 20 breaking acts across two stages. open to all ages but u18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult over 25. £20. call 01343 8501111 or visit www.eastgrange.co.uk hò-rò @ ironworks 8pm. call 0871 7894173 or visit www.ironworksvenue.com

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10 wednesday moray, banff & badenoch decorative and fine arts society lecture (mbbdfas) â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;beautiful book binding: the story of fine binding from william morris to the best artistic bookbinders working todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; - lecturer dominic riley 11am at the mansefield hotel, elgin. non-members ÂŁ7 donation. new members welcome. email membership secretary membership@nadfasin-elgin.org.uk or visit nadfas-in-elgin.org.uk highland rock garden club - the hunt for a long-lost primula (primula bullata) : a talk by david rankin (scottish rock garden club) 7.30pm at nairn community & arts centre. ÂŁ2.50 incl. refreshments. all welcome. call john owen on 01320 366246 musical memories 1.30pm - 3pm in new elgin and ashgrove hall, land street, elgin. an opportunity for anyone with dementia and their carers to meet and share in the enjoyment of music, singing and memories. teas and coffees served. cost ÂŁ1 how to grow your own food 3pm - 4pm at keith library. come along and discover how to grow your own food with reap. free event. contact keith library on 01542 882223 or keith.library@moray.gov.uk

13 saturday billy bibby @ ironworks 7:30pm. call 0871 7894173 or visit www.ironworksvenue.com michael buble tribute 8pm - 11pm at eight acres hotel, morriston road, elgin, moray. for more info call 01343 543077 or visit www.crerarhotels.com guided farm walk @ the loft eastgrange farm, near forres. to book call 01343 8501111

15 monday light & life 7pm - 9pm costa coffee, high st, elgin free spiritual readings, spiritual art, personality styles, dream interpretation, hand/arm massage, head/neck massage, nail art, healing for body, soul and mind and live music. call 07733 127539.

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meet novelist, sara sheridan 2pm - 3pm in fochabers library, milne's library & leisure suite. talking about her cosy crime noir mysteries and historical novels. contact fochabers library on 01343 821434 or email fochabers.library@moray.gov.uk lucy spraggan @ ironworks 7pm. call 0871 7894173 or visit www.ironworksvenue.com

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Owen (Guitar/Vocals), Becca (Clarsach), Cameron (Fiddle/Vocals) and Joseph (Accordion) hail from Achiltibuie, Fort Augustus, Orkney & Stonehaven. Teuchters at heart, their music stems from a collective love of playing trad music – mostly from Scotland and some self-penned. Their intricate arrangements are delivered with a complete focus on collective sound and delivering total joy.

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The hilarious comedian is in Elgin for 2 nights this time, the 25th and 26th of March. This years show sees him turn his animated storytelling towards the disco era which coincided with his parents meeting and his subsequent birth.

Tackling subjects including his Irish-Iranian heritage, animal sacrifice and even Dundee, it is almost impossible not to like him. Unbridled excitement, enthusiasm and exuberance are unavoidably infectious. An incredibly charming performer, it is rare to find an act who can keep such a high level of commitment for so long. Indeed, you will find it hard to stop yourself from joining in with his (surprisingly good) dance moves.

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Fri 25-Sat 26 Mar / 8pm / £12 Well known TV comic Patrick Monahan returns to the Drouthy Cobbler with his new one man stand-up show The Disco Years. Full of energy, instantly loveable and not to be missed.

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20 saturday nairn men’s breakfast 9.45am for 10am at dunbar golf club, nairn. testimony by william paterson share food and fellowship and hear what god is doing in other men's lives. contact campbell on 01667 455149 by 6.30pm fri 19th to book your place clan macpherson : free drop in event 11am - 3pm at the highland archive centre, bught road, inverness. are you a member of the clan or are you interested in the history of clans? come along to see a display or archive material, books, family trees and heraldry relating to the clan macpherson. call 01463 256433 or email: genealogy@highlifehighland.com baby & children's market 10am - 12pm at eight acres hotel, elgin. nearly new sale of baby and children's items. buy good quality second hand kids clothes, toys and equipment at our pop-up indoor market. email info@happymumsmarket.co.uk

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ajay close, novelist and dramatist 7.30pm - 9pm in aberlour library. ajay talks about her latest novel, "a petrol scented spring" call 01340 871693 or email aberlour.library@moray.gov.uk

24 wednesday trish pakenham illustrated talk on lepra 7pm - 8pm fochabers library. all welcome. call 01343 821434 or email fochabers.library@moray.gov.uk musical memories 1.30pm - 3pm in new elgin and ashgrove hall, land street, elgin. an opportunity for anyone with dementia and their carers to meet and share in the enjoyment of music, singing and memories. teas and coffees served. cost £1 denise mina @ keith library 7.30pm. popular crime writer will be focussing on her latest book, "blood, salt, water". copies will be available for sale and for signing. call keith library on 01542 882223 or email keith.library@moray.gov.uk for more info. do you like jokes? comedy club @ the drouthy cobbler 7:30pm. 5 pro comedy acts including a special headliner. book early. call 01343 596000 or visit www.thedrouthycobbler.co.uk

25 thursday alzheimer scotland dementia café 10.45am - 12pm at harbour lights, lossiemouth. for anyone with dementia, carers and family to meet up for a cuppa in a relaxed and supportive environment.

26 friday scottish rock garden club (moray group) - members night 7:30pm, new elgin hall annex. for more information call colinne souter (treasurer) on 01340 871504 or netta milne (secretary) on 01340 881558 tannara @ the drouthy cobbler 7:30pm. call 01343 596000 or visit www.thedrouthycobbler.co.uk livewire ac/dc @ ironworks 7:30pm. ac/dc tribute. call 0871 7894173 or visit www.ironworksvenue.com

27 saturday scooty & the skyhooks @ ironworks 7:30pm. call 0871 7894173 or visit www.ironworksvenue.com

28 sunday ed byrne: outside, looking in @ eden court 8pm. for tickets and info call box office 01463 234234 or visit www.eden-court.co.uk happy sundays family fun @ the loft eastgrange farm, near forres. for info call 01343 8501111 or visit www.eastgrange.co.uk

29 monday simon thoumire and ian carr @ the drouthy cobbler 7:30pm. for info and tickets call 01343 596000 or visit www.thedrouthycobbler.co.uk

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The Highlander Inn is located in Craigellachie, which is only a 15 minute drive from Elgin on the A941.

When we arrived we went downstairs into the lounge bar and were shown to our seats. It was so cosy and from the minute we walked in we were made to feel very welcome.

My friend Marie and I were immediately offered a drink and handed the menus. The owner, Tatsuya, mentioned that there was also an Ă la carte menu in the restaurant upstairs, but we chose to eat downstairs in the lounge bar.

One of the first things we noticed was how many different whiskies were available. They have one of the largest selections of Japanese whiskies available outside South East Asia, and a good selection of malt whiskies from other parts of the world as well! I would definitely recommend the Highlander Inn to any whisky lovers.

For starters Marie had the Chicken Liver Pate with Red Currant Preserve and Garlic Bread and I had the Tempura Chicken with Sweet Chili Sauce - both were just bursting with flavors.

There was a large choice of mains to choose from. I had the Steak Pie with Chipped Potatoes and Market Vegetables and Marie went with the Creamy Lasagne with Wedged Fries and Side Salad. Perfectly cooked and melt-in-your-mouth, the mains were both bursting with flavors and deliciously succulent and hit all the right spots.

We were both too full to have a dessert so decided to share one. We decided on the Toffee Romanoff which is Toffee Meringue and Whipped Cream served with Honeycomb Ice Cream and Fresh Strawberries.

This was a delicious dessert and we regretted not having one each as we were both left wanting more.

The Highlander Inn has an amazing menu which will cover all tastes. It offers fine dining and good hearty bar food so it really will suit all. The atmosphere is warm and friendly and you are made to feel like a VIP. Tatsyua works behind the bar serving food and drinks and makes sure his customers are happy and have everything they need.

The chef, who only started a couple of months ago, certainly knows how to cook good food and all the meat is bought locally from McIntosh Butchers in Dufftown.

I would highly recommend the Highlander Inn and will most certainly be going back for another meal in the near future.

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Our world renowned Whisky Bar & Restaurant situated on Speyside Way, with 11 bedrooms.

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McCalls of Elgin, on South Street, are the ultimate Highlandwear outfitters, supplying exceptional tailored kilts starting from £375 and high quality hire outfits from as little as £52.

Choose from the contemporary classics of the PRIDE range, or get kitted out in the more traditional clan tartans.

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But hurry sale ends 5.00pm Saturday 5th March 2016.

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W NAIRN W Kevin Staines, General Manager of The Newton Hotel in Nairn, talked recently about some of the typical type of questions that are put to them by couples planning their wedding. The Newton has a long standing reputation for providing the very best in a wedding venue and is keen to continue and build upon this reputation in the future.

5. Our budgets are modest and we are planning an intimate wedding with just a few family and friends. Can you accommodate smaller parties, too, or do we need to fill the whole hotel?

We cater from 2-200 guests, in a variety of event rooms. Its your day, we just help make it go smoothly.

1. We got engaged at Christmas and haven’t even begun to start thinking about organising our wedding. We’ve enjoyed the weddings we’ve been to at The Newton Hotel and would like to find out more about you – what is the first thing we should do?

Come and see us! Make an appointment with Janet, and pop in for a showround, sample the wonderful, friendly atmosphere that we have to offer

6. We’d love to have a variety of locations for our wedding photos, both inside and outside – if the Highland weather is kind. What would you suggest?

Wood panelled corridors, black and white floors, our chapel, in front of our fountain, our original staircase entrance, a group shot with the photographer hanging out of a bedroom window looking down to you and your guests! The beach!!

Inside and out, the newton offers a wide range of beautiful photo opportunities.

2. Can you help us with recommendations for wedding bands, florists, photographers and someone to make our cake?

We’re really not sure where to start! Absolutely, we are delighted to give you some advice in terms of suppliers that regularly appear at the Newton, but remember, this is YOUR day, so should you already have ideas for suppliers, share them with us and we’ll help

7. Still thinking of photographs – we’d really like for your Highland cows to appear in some of our wedding photos – can that be arranged?

“Haggis & neeps” are very photogenic and friendly, and would be happy to help! Just remember your wellies!

3. We don’t have a church connection so would like to get married at the hotel. What options are available to at The Newton?

Our fabulous chapel, our idyllic gardens, or our Cawdor or Brodie suites offer a variety of options for your religious, civil, humanist, pagan ceremony.

8. We’d really like to arrive at our wedding in style – do you have any suggestions that would help our wedding stand out from the crowd?

From helicopter to horse and cart, its YOUR wedding, make it your style. What about a champagne bar in the car-park on the back of a vintage car We can do that!

4. We are quite particular about the food and wines that will be served at our wedding. Can we come and taste the dishes before we decide?

A complimentary meal tasting is included in your booking with us, and it matters to us that you are confident and delighted in the food that will be served to those joining you for your wedding. Wines can be sampled at your taster meal, or at a preferred time

9. One of our guests has mobility issues and can’t manage stairs. Is everything easily accessible for a wheelchair?

All of our event rooms are on the ground floor, with a lift to all floors with wheelchair accessible bedrooms available as well.

A ramp gives entry to the front door of the hotel.

For any further details or information about using the Newton as a wedding venue please phone Kevin on 01667 459000.

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Set in 21 acres of mature woodland and gardens with stunning views to the Moray Firth, the award-winning Newton Hotel with its own chapel, offers a beautiful setting to create very special memories of your most important day.

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Weddings and Corporate Entertainment A Unique place for any Occasion 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.

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