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News & Events 2026
Holy Week The Holy Week services commenced on Sunday 29th March with Palm Sunday, during which we listened to a dramatic reading of “The Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew”. On Thursday 6 th , we held our Maundy Thursday service which was drawn from the Celtic Church tradition which connected easily with the natural world around it and did not strive to control nature but instead focussed on the power between, in an equality of life . During this service the congregation were invited to come forward for hand washing. At the end of the service the altar was stripped and a vigil held. On Good Friday. we followed Christ from his condemnation to his burial in the tomb with the 14 Stations of the Cross. Easter Sunday was welcomed with brilliant sunshine. The Church was beautifully decorated with glorious flowers courtesy of Janey Legge and her group of flower arrangers. The service commenced with the lighting of the Paschal Candle and the renewal of baptism vows. After the service the large congregation were treated to tea & coffee together with hot-cross buns and cake.
O Fellowship Group Outing. O On Thursday 28th May, the group had an outing to Falkland. It was a super day, the weather was great and we enjoyed lunch, some shopping and a walk round the gardens of Falkland Palace.
Ordination of Deacons On Sunday 28th June, Rev Dr Karen McClain Keifer and Rev Scott Brown were ordained as deacons at a service in St Ninian’s Cathedral, Perth by Bishop Ian. Tne congregation consisted of clergy members of the diocese, family, friends and representatives of the various charges where the candidates will serve. The cathedral choir was joined by members of the choir from St Andrews, St Andrews. Members from St Peter’s were joined by representatives from St Serf’s, Burntisland and St Columba’s, Aberdour to witness the ordination of Karen who takes up position as a curate for these charges. We all travelled together by coach. After the service snacks were served in the Chapter House.
Our new Curate Some pics, courtesy of Shirley, from Sunday 5th’s service when our new curate Karen met the congregation for the first time.
A message from the Revered Dr Karen McLain Kiefer Dear St Peter's Community, What an absolute joy to celebrate my ordination with so many of you from St. Peter's (and St Serf and St Columba). Thank you for taking the time to come to Perth for that momentous occasion or for sending along your good wishes. One of my favourite parts of ordination day was seeing all the wonderful faces beaming right back at me, as in the attached note of thanks and the photo looking out at the congregation. I will never forget how spirit-filled and moving it felt to be among such encouragement and support. It was palpable. I will always cherish those moments. What a joyous occasion. Thank you for being part of it, and for making me feel so welcome so far! Peace and good wishes, Karen __ The Revd Dr Karen McClain Kiefer Curate St Columba's Aberdour St Serf's Burntisland St Peter's Kirkcaldy
50th Anniversary Weekend - 5th & 6th September 2026 Our celebrations commenced with an Afternoon Tea on Saturday 5th. It was wonderful to see so many invited guests with old friends and family among the 50 - 60 guests who attended. The visitors were treated to a marvellous spread with an abundance our home baking and a display of memorabilia including photographs from the past 50 years and beyond curated by Jane Legge.
On Sunday 6th, we celebrated with an Anniversary Eucharist with Bishop Ian in attendance on his last visit before his retirement. More than 90 which included invited guests and members of clergy from the diocese attended to help celebrate this special day. During the service Bishop Ian consecrated our 50th Anniversary Window. Near the end of the service Rev Canon Christine presented Bishop Ian with a retirement gift from the congregation of St Peter’s which was in the form of eight olive saplings for planting in Gaza and the West Bank through the auspices of Chriatian Aid. This was in keeping with Bishop Ian’s principles and his love for human kind. Bishop Ian’s wife Carrie was also presented with a floral bouquet.
Towards the end of the service Bishop Ian presented George and Jane Legge with the Saint William of Perth Medal for their work at St Peter’s behind the scenes. George was for many years our Fabric Convener, not only organising contractors but even doing remedial work himself and Jane intimated that if George was not on the bowling green he was more than likely at St Peter’s doing something. Jane who has been our Floral Convener for many years creating marvellous floral displays for all occasions also asisted George with the upkeep of the Peace Garden. She intimated during the presentation that George and her had been present at the laying of the foundation stone of this church. George and Jane have truly been long and faithful members of St Peter’s congregation.