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The Glenalmond community comes together for worship at least once every day apart from Saturday in term-time. There are also services during the holidays, as announced. This emphasis on Christian living and belief underpins a great deal of what happens in College. We also respect the beliefs and approaches of those who have another faith or none, and whilst all pupils are invited to share in Christian faith, they should not feel compelled to do so.
Regular Services in Term
Sundays at 10.45am (or 5.45pm)
Holy Eucharist or Morning (or Evening) Prayer
When the full College service is Morning or Evening Prayer, there will be a brief voluntary celebration of the Eucharist, usually immediately after Morning/Evening Prayer for those who wish to receive Communion
Weekdays at 8.30am (or 5.50pm)
Morning (or Evening) Prayer
A brief corporate act of worship for the College, usually comprising a Scripture reading, address, prayer and hymn
Wednesdays at 8.45pm
Compline (Night Prayer)
A peaceful way to end the day. An opportunity to light a candle and to pray for those we love and those in particular need
Special Services this Term
Tuesday 2nd February at 9.00pm
Candlemas
Holy Eucharist for the Feast of Candlemas
Wednesday 24th February at 8.30pm
Lent Address with Compline
The Very Rev'd Jeremy Auld
Provost of St Paul's Cathedral, Dundee
Services during the Holidays
As announced
Sunday Services
10th January (Epiphany I – The Baptism of Christ) Holy Eucharist
Preacher: The Chaplain
Day Pupils to attend
17th January (Epiphany II) Morning Prayer
Preacher: The Rev'd Anne Haselhurst, Rector, St James the Great, Cupar
31st January (Epiphany IV - Septuagesima) Holy Eucharist
Preacher: The Rev'd David Beckett (OG), Minister of the Church of Scotland, Edinburgh
7th February (Second Sunday Before Lent - Sexagesima) NB at 9.00pm (dress: smart casuals)
Night Prayer – Preacher: The Chaplain
28th February (Lent II) Morning Prayer
Preacher: The Most Rev'd The Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church
7th March (Lent III) Evening Prayer
Preacher: The Very Rev'd Professor Gordon McPhate, Dean of Chester
21st March (Lent V) Holy Eucharist – Preacher: The Chaplain
Chapel Contacts
Chaplain:
The Rev'd Giles Dove (01738 842064 or 01738 880479)
Father Giles is available to speak in confidence with any member of the College (irrespective of religious belief) concerning any matter. He can be contacted in his Study next to Chapel, at The Chaplain's House, Baillie's Court, by 'phone, or by email (gilesdove@glenalmondcollege.co.uk)
Chaplaincy Team:
Dr John Byrom, Lay Assistant (01738 880385)
Dr Robin Mundill, Lay Assistant (01738 880358)
Mr John Owen, Lay Assistant (01738 880235)
Miss Katherine Platt, Lay Assistant (01738 842112)
Mr John Wright, Licensed Lay Reader (01738 446210)
Sacristan:
Emma Winton (Home)
Director of Music:
Dr Tim Ridley (01738 842065)
Organist:
Mr Robert Gower (01738 842048)
The Sacraments
The Eucharist is celebrated every Sunday in term-time. Christians of any denomination who would normally receive Communion in their own church are invited to receive Holy Communion in Chapel. Members of the College are prepared for Confirmation (in the Scottish Episcopal Church, the Church of Scotland and associated Churches; Roman Catholic pupils may also be prepared by arrangement), usually in Fifth Form. Baptism, the Sacrament of Reconciliation (commonly called Confession) and the Anointing of the Sick are available following consultation with Father Giles. Outwith term-time, Chapel can be available for Weddings – please contact the Bursar's Office for more information.