In the building and in the wider community
Quartz uses the arts to help build a language all people can use to explore and express their personal spiritual understanding in the the public life of contemporary Scotland. We are working both within the St John’s community, and the wider community of Dumfries (and online), to build skills in #SensingSpirituality.
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- CLC DatesThose involved in Quartz meet every second week to share a drink, reflect on scripture, and pray. The idea is that if we meet in small groups, about the size that will fit into a living room, then we can get to know each other better. We have a spiritual emphasis, but it is everyday… Read more: CLC Dates
- May Forest Church
Photos from our monthly gathering Alison led a time of reflection and worship. She would like to thank Anthony from “Church Without Walls” in Wigtown for his inspiration and contribution from a distance! This was followed with Mark teaching those who gathered a lovely Taize chant. We were joined by Sarah from Asheiri and are… Read more: May Forest Church - Ukraine appealDo you remember that we helped a group of children and young people from Ukraine find some respite last year? Well the war hasn’t stopped and the Abernethy trust is raising funds to help do it again. You can find out more, with some of the stories about the impact it could have on young… Read more: Ukraine appeal
- QFC 18th of May
We will gather outside the Crichton chapel at 2pm on the 3rd Sunday in May We will read from the book, and creation. This month we will hopefully use music and take rubbings to reflect on #SensingSpirituality and the presence of God. Please dress for the weather! There are no facilities other than what can… Read more: QFC 18th of May
For those that want to get deeper – it is also an invitation to explore the diversity of Christian traditions and contemporary practice using contemporary artistic creativity.
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More about Quartz…
Quartz is on a perpetual pilgrimage – looking for the face of God in friend and stranger. Receiving what is offered and giving when asked. Some activities take place within the St Johns building, others are located in community settings, or the Wordsmithcrafts Studio.
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