Mission

Joined by representatives of the Methodist church, we completed both the initial phase of the Scottish Episcopal Church Mission 21 initiative in 2000 and, in 2006, a follow-up Continuing Congregational Development (CCD) programme. Since then, we have been looking together at ways of bringing fresh ideas to our relationship. Through a series of Way-Ahead discussions we have identified initiatives to take forward jointly. Although not intentional, our decisions and actions from these discussions are in line with some of the requirements of “Casting the Net”.

Casting the Net is a Diocesan initiative, launched on Pentecost 31 May 2009, designed to help us grow as congregations strong in faith and attractive to people seeking answers to deep and spiritual questions. Casting the Net is a programme of Mission and Growth, using the “Nine general characteristics (marks) of a healthy mission-shaped church” as a framework.

Our Storytelling Day, facilitated by Linda Bandelier

Together with the Methodist church, we are engaging in ‘Casting the Net’ initiatives in a special Rosyth way. Early in 2011 we held a constructive Storytelling Day, when we identified areas of ministry and mission that could be developed, and it was subsequently decided to focus on reaching out and connecting with the wider community. Since then we have been actively looking to partner with other organisations in community activities. We hope that our building can become a focal point within the local area for those seeking assistance in a number of different ways.

Gathering for the Palm Sunday 2011 walk of witness

Both churches, lay and clergy, work ecumenically with the other churches in Rosyth and we are conscious of the need to develop a higher profile in the community. We involve the wider community in our Sunday@Six worship, and join with the other churches in Rosyth in the Christmas Nativity event and open-air events on Palm Sunday and Good Friday.