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Progress on the Union
Steering Group
The Steering Group met for the third time on Wednesday 15 April 2026.
A brief resume of ongoing work and discussions from this meeting is given below.
Progress Reports
Fact Finding - Facts and figures are being compiled to enable a Parish Profile to be compiled. A list has been created of active groups/teams within each church.
Basis of Union is being working on by two of the members. Discussions have been made with a member of Presbytery, and we have been reassured that there are no anticipated difficulties in drawing up the written document.
There is a list of suggested names for the unified church.
Church Treasurer—this is a matter of concern, as without a resolution it will be difficult to move towards a Union. It is recognised that this post is a big job. There was discussion about task sharing within the role of Treasurer. A discussion with the present Treasurers on the way forward will be taking place.
The Gift Aid for Balerno and Currie, this matter was raised if new declarations will be required from each donor once the Union is in place.
The Blether and The Kirk News. A meeting with representatives of those involved in both publications to discuss ways forward for each magazine is being sought.
New Business—Vision for our Church—Where do we see our unified church in five years time? What is it that we want from our Church? What will it be about?
Lay Preaching—There is a recognised need to increase the number of those willing to act in this capacity. it is hoped that members of the congregations will feel confident to get involved.
Communication—It was agreed that a brief resume of discussions and decisions be circulated to both congregations, for inclusion on respective websites, to keep everyone informed of what’s going on.
If you would lile any information or need to speak to someone please call Currie Kirk Office on (0131 451 5141)
or contact the Session Clerk Louise Lamont (07910594188).
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