Portree Parish Church Isle of Skye Highland
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Who we are
A welcoming congregation
Based in Somerled Square in the centre of Portree, Portree Parish Church has been welcoming visitors since 1854. Built initially as a Free Church, the building became a United Free Church in 1900 before becoming part of the Church of Scotland in 1929.
We aim to be a welcoming, inclusive community and to respond to local needs in a variety of ways. Our hall is also functional space for hire in the centre of the village and used by many groups including the local food bank.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Mission Statement
We believe that our worship should be God-glorifying. relevant and Christ-centred, leading people of all ages to be brought to a saving faith in Jesus Christ; that unity and prayer are essential to the life and witness of our Church; and that all should receive a warm and caring welcome to our Church; and help and comfort given to those in need.
Based in Somerled Square in the centre of Portree, Portree Parish Church has been welcoming visitors since 1854. Built initially as a Free Church, the building became a United Free Church in 1900 before becoming part of the Church of Scotland in 1929.
We aim to be a welcoming, inclusive community and to respond to local needs in a variety of ways. Our hall is also functional space for hire in the centre of the village and used by many groups including the local food bank.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Mission Statement
We believe that our worship should be God-glorifying. relevant and Christ-centred, leading people of all ages to be brought to a saving faith in Jesus Christ; that unity and prayer are essential to the life and witness of our Church; and that all should receive a warm and caring welcome to our Church; and help and comfort given to those in need.
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Somerled Square
Portree
Isle of Skye,
Highland
IV51 9EH
Portree
United Kingdom
Phone: 01478 611868
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Church Pastor
Rev Sandor Fazakas
Minister
Somerled Square
Portree
Isle of Skye,
Highland
IV51 9EH
Portree
United Kingdom
Phone: 01478 611868
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Portree Parish Church Service Times
SUNDAY MORNING SERVICES
During the Covid pandemic our minister, Sandor, will post web worship each Sunday on the Minister’s Messages page. Please see the home page for updates on arrangements for Sunday services:
https://portree-parish-church.org.uk
Upcoming Services
Morning Service
Every week on Sunday @ 11:00 am
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Evening Service
Every week on Sunday @ 6:00 pm
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Ladie’s Bible Study Group
Every week on Tuesday @ 10:30 am
Church Hall
Prayer Fellowship
Every week on Tuesday @ 7:00 pm
Parish Manse
Crèche
There is a crèche in the church Hall behind the Church if anyone wishes to leave their children there during the morning service.
Sunday School
The Sunday School meets every Sunday during the school term. They meet initially in the Church before moving to the Church Hall.
The Prayer Fellowship
The Prayer Fellowship meets in the manse at 7.00pm each Tuesday evening. All are welcome to attend.
It's been more than 3 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
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During the Covid pandemic our minister, Sandor, will post web worship each Sunday on the Minister’s Messages page. Please see the home page for updates on arrangements for Sunday services:
https://portree-parish-church.org.uk
Upcoming Services
Morning Service
Every week on Sunday @ 11:00 am
Portree Parish Church
Evening Service
Every week on Sunday @ 6:00 pm
Portree Parish Church
Ladie’s Bible Study Group
Every week on Tuesday @ 10:30 am
Church Hall
Prayer Fellowship
Every week on Tuesday @ 7:00 pm
Parish Manse
Crèche
There is a crèche in the church Hall behind the Church if anyone wishes to leave their children there during the morning service.
Sunday School
The Sunday School meets every Sunday during the school term. They meet initially in the Church before moving to the Church Hall.
The Prayer Fellowship
The Prayer Fellowship meets in the manse at 7.00pm each Tuesday evening. All are welcome to attend.
It's been more than 3 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
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Portree Parish Church History
St Columba brought Christianity to Skye and the ruins of earlier churches are to be seen in and around Portree. The present building, designed by John Hay of Liverpool, was built as a Free Church in 1854, became the United Free Church in 1900 and the Church of Scotland in 1929. St Columba and St Taraglen are depicted in stained glass windows. Other windows by Douglas Hamilton and Thomas Webster.
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From church plaque…
“This church was erected by Miss Louisa MacDonald of Brighton in memory of her father the Right Honourable Sir Archibald MacDonald Baronet. Born at the family seat of Monkstadt, in this island, 13 July 1747. Died 28 May 1826 having filled the offices of Solicitor General, Attorney General, and Lord Chief Baron of the Court of Exchequer in England and a Privy Councillor.
He married The Right Honourable Lady Louisa Leveson Gower, Daughter of the Marquis of Stafford and sister of the first Duke of Sutherland. The remains of both are deposited with those of his mother, The Right Honourable Margaret MacDonald, daughter of the Earl of Eglington in a vault of the parish church of Kensington in the county of Middlesex.”
From church plaque…
“This church was erected by Miss Louisa MacDonald of Brighton in memory of her father the Right Honourable Sir Archibald MacDonald Baronet. Born at the family seat of Monkstadt, in this island, 13 July 1747. Died 28 May 1826 having filled the offices of Solicitor General, Attorney General, and Lord Chief Baron of the Court of Exchequer in England and a Privy Councillor.
He married The Right Honourable Lady Louisa Leveson Gower, Daughter of the Marquis of Stafford and sister of the first Duke of Sutherland. The remains of both are deposited with those of his mother, The Right Honourable Margaret MacDonald, daughter of the Earl of Eglington in a vault of the parish church of Kensington in the county of Middlesex.”
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Open our ears to hear
Blessed Lord, open our ears to hear what Thou speakest and our eyes to see as Thou seest. Give us hearts to beat in sympathy with Thine at the sight of every little child; and above all, our Lord, to understand and experience how surely and how blessedly Thou fulfilest Thy promise, "Whoso shall receive one such little child in my name receiveth me."
Portree Parish Church listing was last updated on the 21st of June, 2021
