Glenalmond College Scotland Independent co-educational boarding school Chapel

Chapel is central to Glenalmond life.....

We meet for worship every day apart from Saturday and this emphasis on Christian living and belief underpins a great deal of what happens in College.

This said, Chapel is not only about Christian formation it is also a time for the community to come together each day, and the services often take different forms depending on the day of the week and the needs of the college at any time. Mondays, for example, are normally talks with a moral or spiritual theme given by a member of staff, Thursdays normally focus on Congregational singing practice.

The Chaplain also respects 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.

Pupils of all Christian denominations are represented within the school, and communion is offered to everybody who normally receives within their own tradition. Communion services normally take place three or four times a term.

Confirmation is offered within the school for both Episcopalian (Anglican) and Church of Scotland (other Protestant and Presbyterian denominations also included) pupils. It is normally offered to pupils in the fifth form and above, though exceptions can be made for various reasons.

Sunday services are an important part of our corporate life together and are compulsory, except for day pupils who are required to attend only a few services each term. These services vary between Eucharist/Communion, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer.

The Chaplain also offers an informal group called Soul Space which meets on a Tuesday afternoon for faith and fellowship. Normally this involves tea and cake at the Chaplain’s House, followed by a short bible study and discussion and ending with prayer and a few worship songs. This is for all age groups and faith backgrounds.

Wednesday Compline (Night Prayer) is also part of the spiritual heartbeat of the community. Compline takes place after Prep on a Wednesday and pupils are invited to light a candle for someone they are praying for or are concerned about.

The Chaplain also organises Community Service which sends twenty-five pupils to various community placements each Wednesday afternoon from Residential Homes for the Elderly or local Primary Schools to a local farm for people with learning disabilities.

Fundraising for charitable causes is also an important part of chapel life with three charities (Scottish, British and International) being supported each term. Thousands of pounds are raised each term for numerous charities with over £17,000 being raised last year alone.

The Chaplain’s role is one of responsibility for the worshipping life of the community, but it also encompasses pastoral care for the whole community and much else besides. If you would like to contact me about any aspect regarding the Christian, pastoral or religious nature of the school, please do no hesitate in contacting me. My e-mail address is gilesdove @ glenalmondcollege.co.uk

Chapel - Trinity Term 2008

Regular Services in Term

Sundays at 10.45am (or 5.45pm)
Holy Eucharist or Morning Prayer
Morning Prayer is followed by a brief celebration of the Holy Eucharist for those who wish to stay for Communion

Weekdays at 8.30am (5.50pm on Wednesdays)
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 15 April at 9.00am
Staff Service for the Start of Term

Thursday 1 May at 7.30am
Holy Eucharist for the Feast of the Ascension

Friday 2 May at 4.00pm
Confirmation

Thursday 22 May at 7.30am
Holy Eucharist for the Feast of Corpus Christi

Saturday 28 June at 10.15am
Commemoration Day Service

Services during the Holidays
As announced

Sunday Services

20 April (Easter V) Morning Prayer
Preacher: The Chaplain Day Pupils to attend

27 April (Easter VI) Morning Prayer
Preacher: The Rev’d Con O’Connell OFM, The Franciscan Friary, Glasgow

11 May (Pentecost) Evening Eucharist
Preacher: The Chaplain

18 May (Trinity Sunday) Holy Eucharist
Preacher: The Most Rev’d Idris Jones, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church, Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway and Chairman of the College Council Day Pupils to attend

1 June (2nd Sunday After Trinity) Morning Prayer and Holy Baptism Preacher: The Warden

8 June (3rd Sunday After Trinity) Morning Prayer
Preacher: Dr Alison Elliot, Former Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland

15 June (4th Sunday After Trinity) Morning Prayer
Preacher: The Rev’d Canon Michael Benton, Honorary Canon of Winchester Cathedral and Chaplain to The Queen

22 June (5th Sunday After Trinity) Leavers’ Eucharist
Preacher: The Chaplain &
Evening Prayer (at 9.00pm)
Preacher: The Chaplain

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 the Chaplain. Outwith term-time, Chapel can be available for Weddings – please contact the Bursar’s Office for more information.

	Chapel Contacts Chaplain: The Rev’d Giles Dove (01738 842064 or 01738 880479) The Chaplain 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 classroom (Room 7), 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 (01738 842112) Mrs Margaret Whitten, Lay Assistant (01738 842024) Mr John Wright, Licensed Lay Reader (01738 446210) Sacristan: Emily Cole (Lothian) Director of Music: Mr Robert Gower (01738 842065 or 01738 880313)	Chapel is central to Glenalmond life..... We meet for worship every day apart from Saturday and this emphasis on Christian living and belief underpins a great deal of what happens in College. This said, Chapel is not only about Christian formation it is also a time for the community to come together each day, and the services often take different forms depending on the day of the week and the needs of the college at any time. Mondays, for example, are normally talks with a moral or spiritual theme given by a member of staff, Thursdays normally focus on Congregational singing practice. The Chaplain also respects 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. Pupils of all Christian denominations are represented within the school, and communion is offered to everybody who normally receives within their own tradition. Communion services normally take place three or four times a term. Confirmation is offered within the school for both Episcopalian (Anglican) and Church of Scotland (other Protestant and Presbyterian denominations also included) pupils. It is normally offered to pupils in the fifth form and above, though exceptions can be made for various reasons. Sunday services are an important part of our corporate life together and are compulsory, except for day pupils who are required to attend only a few services each term. These services vary between Eucharist/Communion, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer. The Chaplain also offers an informal group called Soul Space which meets on a Tuesday afternoon for faith and fellowship. Normally this involves tea and cake at the Chaplain’s House, followed by a short bible study and discussion and ending with prayer and a few worship songs. This is for all age groups and faith backgrounds. Wednesday Compline (Night Prayer) is also part of the spiritual heartbeat of the community. Compline takes place after Prep on a Wednesday and pupils are invited to light a candle for someone they are praying for or are concerned about. The Chaplain also organises Community Service which sends twenty-five pupils to various community placements each Wednesday afternoon from Residential Homes for the Elderly or local Primary Schools to a local farm for people with learning disabilities. Fundraising for charitable causes is also an important part of chapel life with three charities (Scottish, British and International) being supported each term. Thousands of pounds are raised each term for numerous charities with over £17,000 being raised last year alone. The Chaplain’s role is one of responsibility for the worshipping life of the community, but it also encompasses pastoral care for the whole community and much else besides. If you would like to contact me about any aspect regarding the Christian, pastoral or religious nature of the school, please do no hesitate in contacting me. My e-mail address is gilesdove @ glenalmondcollege.co.uk Chapel - Trinity Term 2008 Regular Services in Term Sundays at 10.45am (or 5.45pm) Holy Eucharist or Morning Prayer Morning Prayer is followed by a brief celebration of the Holy Eucharist for those who wish to stay for Communion Weekdays at 8.30am (5.50pm on Wednesdays) 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 15 April at 9.00am Staff Service for the Start of Term Thursday 1 May at 7.30am Holy Eucharist for the Feast of the Ascension Friday 2 May at 4.00pm Confirmation Thursday 22 May at 7.30am Holy Eucharist for the Feast of Corpus Christi Saturday 28 June at 10.15am Commemoration Day Service Services during the Holidays As announced Sunday Services 20 April (Easter V) Morning Prayer Preacher: The Chaplain Day Pupils to attend 27 April (Easter VI) Morning Prayer Preacher: The Rev’d Con O’Connell OFM, The Franciscan Friary, Glasgow 11 May (Pentecost) Evening Eucharist Preacher: The Chaplain 18 May (Trinity Sunday) Holy Eucharist Preacher: The Most Rev’d Idris Jones, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church, Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway and Chairman of the College Council Day Pupils to attend 1 June (2nd Sunday After Trinity) Morning Prayer and Holy Baptism Preacher: The Warden 8 June (3rd Sunday After Trinity) Morning Prayer Preacher: Dr Alison Elliot, Former Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland 15 June (4th Sunday After Trinity) Morning Prayer Preacher: The Rev’d Canon Michael Benton, Honorary Canon of Winchester Cathedral and Chaplain to The Queen 22 June (5th Sunday After Trinity) Leavers’ Eucharist Preacher: The Chaplain & Evening Prayer (at 9.00pm) Preacher: The Chaplain 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 the Chaplain. Outwith term-time, Chapel can be available for Weddings – please contact the Bursar’s Office for more information.