A CHURCH FAMILY AT
THE HEART OF BRIGHTONS
We seek to invite, encourage and enable people of all ages to follow Jesus Christ
Meeting with God in a personal and life-changing way.
Maturing in faith and character as God's people.
Sharing our lives and the good news of God's love in word and deed.
A FAMILY
We’re a family of all sorts of people, journeying in community towards wholeness.
What you really need to know is that you are welcome. You are welcome to take part or just observe. If you visit with kids, they're welcome to stay with you or join our children and youth activities. You’re welcome to be part of the family of God here in Brightons because there is space for everyone: all generations, neurodiversities, abilities, approaches, backgrounds, levels of spiritual maturity, preferences, life experiences and skills.
Since 1895 and the formation of a mining village, Brightons has had a church providing a place for all to seek, find and follow God. As part of the Church of Scotland, we welcome people of all faiths and none to learn more about what it means to follow Jesus Christ. Brightons Parish Church hosts a range of groups engaging and supporting our local community at all ages and stages.
We're recruiting!
We are seeking an additional Pastoral Assistant to further our pastoral care among the church family and community. The job description is available here, within which are details of how to apply or make an informal enquiry.
Closing date: noon 17th October 2024.
Congregational Votes on Adjustment
On Sunday 25th August 2024, the four congregations for the Upper Braes Churches, comprising Blackbraes and Shieldhill, Brightons, Muiravonside and Slamannan Parish Churches, voted in favour of moving into Union. The full results were:
- On the Basis of Union – 187 for, 9 against
- On the Basis of Local Mission Church – 181 for, 9 against
- On the Rev Scott Burton being Minister – 60 for, 2 against (Brightons did not vote)
The Kirk Sessions will now work with Presbytery and congregations to prepare for the Union, which the Elders would like to begin on the 1st November 2024.
