Why not join us for a weekend exploring and celebrating Tiree’s early Christian heritage and significance with visitors from St Andrew’s United Reformed Church, Leeds.

The programme of events is as follows:

Friday 16th May at 7.30 pm (An Talla) – An illustrated presentation “The Hebrides: Cradle of Light and pilgrim destination” by Rev David Pickering, introduced and chaired by Dr John Holliday, with question time/discussion.

Saturday 17th May at 10.00 am (St Patrick’s Temple) –  A pilgrims walk along the beach to St Patrick’s Temple, Balephuil Bay with an exploration of the site and concluding with a simple service with Holy Communion (for those who wish), jointly led by Rev Elspeth MacLean and Rev David Pickering.  Meet at 10 am at the car parking area in the dunes mid-way along the beach.  Please dress in appropriate clothing for the day.

Sunday 18th May at 11.00 am – A pilgrimage themed service at An Talla with the combined Tiree churches and visitors from St Andrew’s.

Sunday 18th May at 6.00 pm – An open reflective evening service at Heylipol Church concluding the pilgrimage weekend.

Everyone is welcome at any or all of the above events and services. For more information contact Rev Elspeth MacLean on 01879 220377.