People are invited to visit Grangemouth's newest church this weekend
Grangemouth’s newest church is set to open its doors to everyone this weekend to allow people to find out what it offers the local community.
On January 1 the congregations of Abbotsgrange Parish Church and Zetland Parish Church came together in a Service of Union, led by the Presbytery of Forth Valley and Clydesdale.
This historic step formally created Parkview Parish Church, now worshipping in the building at Ronaldshay Crescent, Grangemouth.
Since then, the newly formed congregation has flourished and the church has been well attended on Sundays.
Those Sunday mornings are only one part of the Parkview Parish Church story, however.
Reverend Alison Meikle said: “I am sure many in the community wonder what goes on in our building, assuming we only meet once a week. Nothing could be further from the truth.
“Parkview is alive with activity and filled with organisations that cater for all ages and interests.”
Local Boys’ and Girls’ Brigade groups meet in the church, as well as a coffee club and crafting group
In an effort to showcase the various activities and initiatives, the congregation is holding a special open day at the church from 10.30am to 2pm on Saturday, September 13.
The event will include stalls and displays from each organisation linked to the church, showing what they do and how people can get involved and refreshments will be served throughout the day.
Reverend Meikle said: “This is a wonderful opportunity for us all to come together. We hope the wider community will see Parkview not just as a church building, but as a place of welcome, activity, and shared vision for the parish.”