Aberdeen North Parish Church News
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As we look to celebrate our 4th anniversary, we’re thrilled to announce our upcoming Community Week programme —a fun-filled series of activities and events designed for all ages!
Sunday 2nd February
A fun-filled afternoon for children and their families as we celebrate our church’s birthday. There’s something for everyone to enjoy—games, crafts, music, delicious treats, and plenty of fun and laughter.
Register your child now to secure their spot: – https://forms.gle/PBuFmzQKxPZxrjNK8.
Monday 3rd February
Join us at The Guild this week as Rose Clayton shares fascinating stories from her time working at His Majesty’s Theatre. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into the theatre world and discover what goes on beyond the stage!
Tuesday 4th February
Love books? Looking for something new to read? Join us for our community Book Swap event! Bring along a book (or a few) that you’ve read and loved, and exchange them for something fresh. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover new stories, share your favorites, and connect with fellow book enthusiasts. All genres and ages are welcome.
Wednesday 5th February
Come along to Chat ‘n’ Snack for a selection of light bites, hot drinks and a fine piece. Chat ‘n’ Snack offers a warm and welcoming space to play games and chat with friends old and new.
A quiet and reflective worship service offering a space to pause in the middle of a busy week.
Thursday 6th February
We’ll be showing a special screening of the documentary ‘The Lawman’ The film celebrates the legendary footballer Denis Law, looking back at his upbringing and his fruitful career with Manchester United, where he earned the title ‘The King’.
Register at: https://forms.gle/ALXbSd4FtW2BHKLFA
Friday 7th February
Join us for a scenic 5-mile walk through Maiden Craig Nature Reserve in Aberdeen! Starting and ending at Aberdeen North, this new walking group is a perfect way to explore nature, get some fresh air, and enjoy a fun, active outing with others. Don’t miss out!
Join us at the Coffee Pot,our warm and welcoming community café, where you can enjoy a selection of hot drinks, homemade cakes, traybakes, and scones.
Stop by our weekly CFINE Community Food Outlet for a range of affordable, fresh fruit, vegetables and eggs! It’s a great opportunity to stock up on healthy produce at low prices, supporting both your well-being and our local community. Come and pick up your weekly essentials at great prices!
Saturday 8th February
Join us for the exciting launch of our brand-new community cinema! 
We’ll be screening an inspiring film about a visionary who creates a spectacular circus, celebrating diversity, self-expression, and inclusion. Can you guess which movie it is? 
Drinks and snacks will be available!
Sunday 9th February
Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration Lunch
10.30am – 1.30pm
All are welcome to this very special service of thanksgiving to celebrate the 4 year anniversary of the formation of Aberdeen North Parish Church. Lunch will be served after the service.
The Coffee Pot Closed Due to Weather
The Coffee Pot Closed Tomorrow Due to Weather 
Pizza Pilgrims – Booking Open
Booking is now open!! 
Book now at https://forms.gle/7HuJbW9v8Xn1ttxx9
Christmas Services
Advent is here, and we’re thrilled to share all the details about our upcoming Christmas services this month! Mark your calendars and invite your friends to join us. 
Christmas Movie Night!
Date: Sunday, 22nd December
Time: Doors open at 4:00 PM
Location: Aberdeen North Parish Church, Greenfern Rd, Mastrick, AB16 6TR
Entry: Free for everyone!
A department store Santa, a little girl’s Christmas wish, and a trial that will make you believe in the magic of the season. 
Can you guess?
The Big Hoolie!
Join us for The Big Hoolie! 
FREE ENTRY – Bring your family and friends for a night of fun and laughter! Mark your calendar, and we can’t wait to see you there!Launching a new partnership with TLG
On Sunday, 3rd November, Aberdeen North Church will welcome the Riding Lights Theatre Company for a special performance of Cups on a String, a heart-warming and powerful new play.
This unique production is based on real-life stories of school mentoring relationships, highlights the transformative impact of connection, listening, and trust. The play powerfully shows the incredible difference that one caring adult can make in the life of a young person.
The Cups on a String performance coincides with the Church’s launch of an exciting new mentoring initiative through a partnership with the charity Transforming Lives for Good (TLG).
Jay Thomas, our Church’s Community Development Worker explained, “This play marks the beginning of our church’s involvement in TLG’s Early Intervention Mentoring Project, an initiative aimed at supporting young people who are struggling in school and beyond. The programme trains volunteers from local churches to mentor children, offering them practical and emotional support to help them overcome challenges and build brighter futures.”
The Early Intervention Project will be delivered by volunteer mentors from Aberdeen North Church, Northfield United Free Church and Sheddocksley Baptist Church.
Jay added, “Our involvement in the TLG programme aligns beautifully with the themes of Cups on a String. Both the production and the mentoring project emphasise the importance of connection, communication, and community support in helping young people flourish and thrive.”
The performance of Cups on a String takes place at Aberdeen North Church on Sunday 3rd November from 7.30pm. It promises to be a powerful, thought-provoking and entertaining night.
Tickets for the show can be purchased at: https://www.ridinglights.org/cupsonastring
Cups on a String – Tickets Available
Transforming Lives for Good is partnering with Riding Lights Theatre Company to tour Cups on a String to venues across the UK for 8 weeks in autumn 2024, offering a powerful and moving evening of theatre. The show comes to Aberdeen North on Sunday 3rd November at 7.30pm.
Joe’s eleven and home is hard. School is even harder. He breaks stuff: pencils, chairs, rules. One thing he won’t break is his silence.
Heather’s fifty-seven. She’s got a comfortable life and a comfortable home. But once a week, every week, she spends a very uncomfortable hour – with Joe.
Where will this journey of hours and weeks take them?
Cups on a String is a warm-hearted and moving new play, developed from remarkable true stories. It’s about playfulness, listening and laughter, and how risk-taking and trust can lead to growth and transformation.
Tickets can be purchased at the link below 
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/booking/select/RdiEJKhzXNnT
The Coffee Pot Reopens!
Exciting News! The Coffee Pot is Back! 
Spread the word, bring a friend, and come help us makes The Coffee Pot a special part of our community. We can’t wait to see you! 
Phone Maintenance
07526 465101 or 
jthomas@churchofscotland.org.uk