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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- Autumn Colours
At forest church last weekend we spent time becoming more aware of colours. We collected leaves and arranged them in a pleasant order. The psalm (119) we read described mulling over the words of God. Do we impose order on a chaotic universe, or discover patterns through the nature of things? Or is creativity a… Read more: Autumn Colours - Forest Church Sunday 18 October 2026
We meet in Christ’s name, may His peace be with us all and in us all as we celebrate the beauty of Autumn… Prayer inviting God into our Autumnal world: Father of Faithfulness, Mother of Mercy I awaken to this day. I clothe my soul in the mantle of creation, Heavens of light, earth of… Read more: Forest Church Sunday 18 October 2026 - QFC Oct 2026Gathering as Forest Church 18/10/2026 As is our custom we will meet in the peace of Christ outside the Crichton chapel at 2pm on Sunday. We make peace when we meet in peace.
- Doodles in Church
Faith at your fingertips It probably started when I was young. I was blessed with parents who not only provided me with drawing materials, but also a lifestyle that encouraged me to explore the world through drawing and making. They also were tolerant of my mistakes, and also encouraged me to do better. Most of… Read more: Doodles in Church
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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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