A warm welcome awaits you
at the Churches of
Fort Augustus and Glengarry
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY
8th November, 2026
Act of Remembrance
at the War Memorial at Fort Augustus Canalside. Representatives of the Legion, the Services and community organisations of Fort Augustus gathered on Remembrance Sunday to remember and lay wreaths at the War Memorial. The short service was conducted by Reverend Anthony Jones, the Church of Scotland Parish Minister
CHRISTMAS IN THE GREAT GLEN CHURCHES
Sunday 20th December at 12pm Family Nativity Crib Service. For the young and young at heart! Children help place the figures in the Crib. Fort Augustus Parish Church
Kilchuimen Primary School Nativity at Fort Augustus Parish Church (date to be confirmed)
Kilchuimen Academy Christmas Celebration at Fort Augustus Parish Church (date to be confirmed)
Thursday 24th December (Christmas Eve)
Family Christingle Service of Lessons and Carols at 6pm at Glengarry Parish Church
10.45pm Christmas fayre of mince pies and mulled wine in Glengarry Church.
11.15pm Watchnight Service at Glengarry Church. All welcoming Christmas Day together!
Friday 25th December (Christmas Day)
11am Short Family Christmas ‘Toy’ Service at Fort Augustus Parish Church. Children and adults are invited to bring a favourite Christmas gift to church.
Sunday 3rd January, 2027 (New Year’s Sunday)
10am Family New Year Service with celebration of Holy Communion at Fort Augustus Parish Church
12pm Family New Year Service with celebration of Holy Communion at Glengarry Parish Church
*Please note the service time changes in both parishes on New Year’s Sunday
“We plough the fields and scatter”
KILCHUIMEN PRIMARY SCHOOL
HARVEST SERVICE OF CELEBRATION
FORT AUGUSTUS PARISH CHURCH
FRIDAY 2nd OCTOBER
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO SOPPORTED
GLENGARRY PARISH CHURCH OF SCOTLAND
on SUNDAY 4th OCTOBER
HARVEST FESTIVAL with HOLY COMMUNION
Donations of non perishable food gratefully received were donated to Lochaber Foodbank, Fort William
INVERGARRY PRIMARY SCHOOL
HARVEST SERVICE OF CELEBRATION
THURSDAY 8th OCTOBER
GLENGARRY PARISH CHURCH
“The Lord loves a cheerful giver”
“The Lord rewards all those who earnestly seek after Him”
FORT AUGUSTUS PARISH CHURCH OF SCOTLAND
SUNDAY 4th OCTOBER
CHURCH GIFT DAY & FAMILY HOLY COMMUNION SERVICE
Gift Day Result £755 and rising!! Donations still being received
Thank you to all who came along and gave thanks for the living Church in our community at Fort Augustus for well over 200 years. Through continuous regular Sunday worship, rites of passage – baptism, weddings and funerals, working with the school, young and old within all sections of the village the Church’s witness remains at the heart. The church and congregation extends a welcoming hand to all who seek to renew their faith and seek comfort, peace and strength. Each week we enjoy fellowship in all sorts of ways from a weekly ‘warm space community ‘hub’ cafe, Brownie pack, the Kilchuimen Community Choir, a monthly Heritage Group and more. The Gift Day Service celebrated our faith in Jesus Christ and the living God who, in these troubled times, never ceases to touch our lives and, is always asking us to put our trust in Him. We ask your prayers for the continued mission of the Church in this beautiful and popular tourist hub at the tip of Loch Ness. Thank you again for your generous giving and for being part of this Thanksgiving.
Baptism of Ophelia Parker-Mackenzie on Sunday 7th June at Fort Augustus Parish Church
Pictured with proud parents Ossian and Ashleigh together with Reverend Anthony
“WEDDINGS”
WEDDING DAY FLOWER FESTIVAL with EXHIBITION OF BRIDAL GOWNS
provided by the community of Invergarry at GLENGARRY PARISH CHURCH
Grand Total: £ 1,245.85
A truly amazing result!
Thank you to everyone who came along and helped, the donors of the wedding dresses, the musicians and the florists who decorated the Church. Thank you to all who attended the ‘Songs of Praise’ on Sunday 26th July.
WEDDING DAYS??…
Thinking of getting married or, perhaps, celebrating an anniversary by having your marriage blessed at the beautiful churches of Fort Augustus or Glengarry in 2026 or booking ahead for 2027 – then do contact the Minister Reverend Anthony Jones on 01320 366210
Let there be Spring in your step!
Come Rejoice, Give Thanks
Join in Celebration together!
GLENGARRY CHURCH GIFT DAY & SONGS OF PRAISE
Thank you to all who supported the recent Gift Day and Songs of Praise service on Sunday 17th May. The total amount raised so far is £600 including plate offerings. This amount is ‘rising’ as, we expect to receive further donations. Your generous giving will help support the continued ministry and mission of the Church today to the community of Invergarry.
WORSHIP IN THE GREAT GLEN
Services every Sunday
10am Family Service at Fort Augustus Church
followed by refreshments in the Church Hall
12pm Family Service at Glengarry Parish Church
EASTER IN THE GREAT GLEN
There was a unique family service on Easter Sunday at Fort Augustus Parish Church. Reverend Anthony Jones conducted the Confirmation of his daughter Carys and welcomed her with his Elders as a full member of the Church of Scotland. The service included Holy Communion and was followed by an Easter egg hunt. The excitement did not end there however as, it was a triple celebration on a special birthday for Carys. Everyone retired to the Church Hall for a surprise confirmation/birthday party. Carys blew out the candles and cut the cake which was specially made by Veronica Sandham. Everyone enjoyed their light lunch together. Earlier on at Glengarry Parish Church the congregation joined in the tradition of Easter egg rolling down the Church brae following the family service.
SCHOOL EASTER SERVICES
KILCHUIMEN PRIMARY SCHOOL
Thursday 2nd April at Fort Augustus Parish Church of Scotland
INVERGARRY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Monday 30th March at Glengarry Church
Service of Ordination and Admission and Welcoming to the Kirk Session
Sunday 22nd February
ORDINATION AND WELCOMING. The First Sunday of Lent saw the Ordination and Welcoming of two new Elders to Fort Augustus Parish Church. James Macrae was ordained and admitted to the Kirk Session and Ian Thomson was admitted as a ‘continuing Elder’ during family worship. They were both welcomed and congratulated by Rev Anthony Jones and the Elders with the support of the congregation who took part in a Renewal of Commitment. The occasion was also the first ‘live stream’ service. Pictured are Ian and James with Rev Anthony and the Elders.
CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR IN THE GREAT GLEN
Carys Jones lights the first candle on the Advent wreath
Kilchuimen Primary and Nursery Nativity ‘The Sleepy Shepherd
Wedding Blessings and Renewal of Marriage Vows
Every year to celebrate and recommit themselves to promises made long ago, couples throughout the country decide to renew their marriage vows and/or, seek a blessing. Often this is on a special wedding anniversary. It can also be a feeling of pilgrimage that leads them back to their roots or, the place they were married. We welcome enquiries if you are considering reliving that special day at Fort Augustus or Glengarry Churches.
Please contact the Minister for help and more information.
Contact: Rev Anthony Jones
tel: 01320 366210
Ajones@churchofscotland.org.uk
Caroline and James Macrae
Enok and Gemma Wang
BOOK YOUR WEDDING!
Why not consider booking your wedding at the beautiful churches of Fort Augustus or Glengarry in 2026? The Minister will be happy to plan forward and discuss your date. We invite you to consider planning your marriage and to sharing your big day together with us in 2026. Please do contact the Minister to arrange a suitable time for your special day.
Contact: Rev Anthony Jones
tel: 01320 366210
Ajones@churchofscotland.org.uk
Could 2026 be THE year for YOU?
Maybe you are attending church but have never quite made the big step or perhaps you feel yourself on the edge of the local church and seriously would like to consider joining and becoming a member……
Confirmation 2026
The Minister is now inviting friends to join in becoming full communicant members of the Church of Scotland at Fort Augustus and Glengarry. Please contact him for more information (tel: 01320 366210) or simply email at Ajones@churchofscotland.org.uk if you feel you would like to take this important step in your life of faith.
BUILDING THE CHURCH AT EASTER
At the family Communion Service on Easter Day 2025 a large group of communicants were welcomed at Fort Augustus Parish Church. Six new members were admitted in the Confirmation service and four more who transferred their membership of the Church of Scotland from other places. It was quite a momentous celebration for the congregation. Pictured are the group of new members with Rev Anthony Jones and Catherine Fraser (Session Clerk). The work of outreach continued at Glengarry Parish Church as the congregation were excited to welcome John and Karen Henshall who were both confirmed and admitted as new members at the Easter Communion Service.
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The Good News at the heart of Easter!
‘For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life’
John 3.16
Ways of Supporting your Church
There are different ways of supporting the two Church congregations of the Great Glen. Financially there is the offering on Sunday morning during Sunday worship, You can also do this by regular support by setting up a free will offering or, standing order, and practical support by supporting fundraisers.
People do also consider supporting the churches of Fort Augustus and Glengarry by way of Legacy gifts.
Donations to the church may also be made by cheque to ‘Fort Augustus Church of Scotland’ or ‘Glengarry Parish Church’.
Please get in touch if you would like to support the work of the congregations in this way with either the Minister or Session Clerk or, if you would like to volunteer.
