SMALL GROUPS
Small groups are a great way to belong and be involved in the church community of St Paul's and St George's Church. This is a selection of small groups which you can join. Browse the list below and then contact the leader by email or phone for more information or alternatively fill in an online Connect Form if you wish to be placed in a group.
Monday
| Leader(s) | Elizabeth and Mollie |
| District(s) | City Centre |
| Nearest bus routes | Lothian 1, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 22, 25, 26, 34, 44, 45, 49 street parking |
| Day | Monday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | 2nd and 4th Monday of the month |
| Group purpose | Reflective Prayer: seeks to provide a space to encounter God in the midst of daily demands and to help make connections between prayer and everyday life. We offer a 45minute guided meditation using stillness, poetry, scripture, silence, music, etc. We also aim to be a link to others working in Christian prayer and spirituality that may resource our lives. |
| Group ethos | It is a simple, quiet and unhurried space. We hope there is a growing sense of community both within the silence and over coffee afterwards with folk from across the city, some of whom also belong to traditional Home Groups. We would be encouraging of the idea of life as a journey and that God is to be found in the ordinary, and sometimes very raw, material of our lives. |
| Contact email | reflectiveprayer@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Leader(s) | Chris Mackel |
| District(s) | Leith |
| Nearest bus routes | Lothian 16 or 35 or any bus to foot of Leith Walk with about five minute walk down Constitution Street |
| Day | Monday |
| Time | Evening (8pm) |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | To study the Bible in order to grow in faith, to build a supportive community, to serve the needs of our local community and contribute to the life of our church. |
| Group ethos | We are a mixed bunch of people with varied Christian, personal and work experiences. Our discussions are very open as we seek to encourage and develop our Christian discipleship together. Prayer time is important to us. We also arrange at least two social “happenings” per term. For any one wishing to explore and develop their Christian faith we would love to welcome you. |
| Contact email | leith@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | 0131 625 7777 (Work)
0131 553 5522 (Home)
07831 615713 (Mobile) |
Having problems finding a group?
Contact smallgroups@pandgchurch.org.uk and we will try to help.
Tuesday
| Leader(s) | Adrienne Ferguson and Clare Logan |
| District(s) | Broughton |
| Nearest bus routes | Lothian buses 8,17 |
| Day | Tuesday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | To have fellowship with one another and to study the bible in order to grow in faith. |
| Group ethos | We are a group of young ladies between the ages of 20 and 35, who meet in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. We all find the home group to be very supportive and great friendships have developed because of it. |
| Contact email | broughton@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Leader(s) | Dominic and Libba Byrne |
| District(s) | Canonmills |
| Nearest bus routes | 27, 23, 8, 36, 13 |
| Day | Tuesday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | To study the Bible in order to grow in faith, to build a supportive community, to serve the needs of our local community and contribute to the life of our church. |
| Group ethos | We are a mixed group of 20/30s who want to deepen our personal relationship with God, build a greater understanding of who God is, who He wants us to be and how we can best serve others |
| Contact email | canonmills@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | Home: 01315589938
Mob: 07949035454
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| Leader(s) | Morag Park & Gill Bogie |
| District(s) | Holyrood |
| Nearest bus routes | 4, 5, 15, 19, 26, 34, 44 |
| Day | Tuesday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | Bible Study, Friendship, Social Activities |
| Group ethos | Currently all female, mainly 25 - 35 + 1 retired |
| Contact email | holyrood@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Leader(s) | Lucas Wild |
| District(s) | New Town |
| Nearest bus routes | Any city centre bus |
| Day | Tuesday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | To study the Bible and to support each other through prayer and encouragement |
| Group ethos | A varied group of people with a broad spectrum of church backgrounds and experiences. We aim to provide a relaxed atmosphere where many lively discussions occur. Predominantly an older group, but young people more than welcome. The task of leading the studies is shared amongst the group. |
| Contact email | newtown@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Leader(s) | Paul Deponio and Robert Gordon |
| District(s) | Colinton (south west corner of city) |
| Nearest bus routes | Lothian 10, 16, 18, 45 |
| Day | Tuesday |
| Time | Evening (8pm to 10pm) |
| Frequency | Fortnightly |
| Group purpose | Study, prayer, support for one another and the wider church community |
| Group ethos | We are predominantly but not exclusively married couples who lead hectic lives. We face similar issues – demanding jobs, supporting elderly relatives and mostly grown up children, finding space for reflection. Some of us are serious sailors others don’t put to sea at all. We have great social events normally involving excellent food. |
| Contact email | colinton@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | 0131 441 1486 or
0131 441 2551 |
| Leader(s) | Carol Bulloch |
| District(s) | Restalrig/Meadowbank |
| Nearest bus routes | Lothian 4, 5, 15, 26, 44 |
| Day | Tuesday |
| Time | Evening (8pm) |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | We meet together to study the Bible (we take it in turns to lead the study each week) and to support one another in prayer. We also aim to take a wider perspective by praying for the church, and through our link with one of the church's missionary partners.
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| Group ethos | We are a group of mixed ages, from mid 30's upwards, some married, some single, some with families, some without. A predominantly female group at the moment, we would welcome some men to restore the gender balance. Occasional social evenings generally centre around sharing good food together.
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| Contact email | restalrig@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | 0131 661 1930 |
Having problems finding a group?
Contact smallgroups@pandgchurch.org.uk and we will try to help.
Wednesday
| Leader(s) | Roderick MacKenzie |
| District(s) | Buckstone/Colinton |
| Nearest bus routes | We meet in different venues to allow for folks to attend more easily |
| Day | Wednesday |
| Time | Evening (8pm) |
| Frequency | 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Wednesday of month |
| Group purpose | To study God’s word and to promote World Mission |
| Group ethos | We seek to deepen our relationship with God as individuals and as a group and to become empowered by the Holy Spirit; we are open to the Holy Spirit and any prompting for change, but we also appreciate the value of continuity and the comfort it provides. Mixed group of retired and working people, age range from late 20’s to 60’s.
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| Contact email | buckstone@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | 01506 434956
07740981251
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| Leader(s) | Ruth Stewart |
| District(s) | Stockbridge/ Comely Bank |
| Nearest bus routes | 37, 47, X47, 19, 36, 41 |
| Day | Wednesday |
| Time | Evening (8pm) |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | To provide a space where we can develop friendships and grow in our relationship with God and each other through Bible study and prayer. To support each other in our everyday lives as Christians and have fun together. |
| Group ethos | We are a friendly, informal group of people from 30s through to 50s but welcome any age group. We come from different backgrounds with a mix of interests, occupations and outlook. We take turns in leading often lively discussions and are keen to serve the church and the wider community. |
| Contact email | stockbridge@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | 0131 332 6700 |
Having problems finding a group?
Contact smallgroups@pandgchurch.org.uk and we will try to help.
Thursday
| Leader(s) | Steve Best |
| District(s) | Across Edinburgh but generally meets in Marchmont |
| Day | Thursday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | To allow students across Edinburgh to meet together and have fellowship through studying the bible, praying and having fun! |
| Group ethos | For students from all of Edinburgh's universities/colleges |
| Contact email | students@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | 0131 4765674 |
| Leader(s) | James and Susan Bryce |
| District(s) | Braids / Morningside |
| Nearest bus routes | 5,11,15,16,23,38,41 |
| Day | Thursday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | We meet together to encourage friendship and spiritual development. We do this through Bible study, discussion and prayer. Once a month we focus on prayer for the whole evening using led meditations and other creative approaches. |
| Group ethos | We are a welcoming and friendly group of varying ages and backgrounds. We support one another through prayer and in practical ways. We enjoy a variety of social activities too, with an emphasis on food! Newcomers welcome! |
| Contact email | braids@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | 0131 447 0044 |
| Leader(s) | Neil and Di |
| District(s) | Bruntsfield |
| Nearest bus routes | Lothian 27, 10 |
| Day | Thursday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | We aim to encourage one another to grow in our relationships with God and with each other. We do this by exploring the Bible together, praying together, encouraging each other to develop new skills, supporting one another, and finding ways to live out the Christian life. |
| Group ethos | We are a welcoming and friendly group of diverse ages and backgrounds. We enjoy learing together and supporting each other in different ways. We eat together once a month, have occasional social events and parties, and meet in a partially solar-powered venue(!) |
| Contact email | bruntsfield@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Leader(s) | Catriona Scrimgeour |
| District(s) | Edinburgh West and North but not exclusively |
| Nearest bus routes | 44 (don't know others) |
| Day | Thursday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | Explore and develop our relationship with God and have fun. To discover how we probably already serve God in our daily lives and encourage each other in this. |
| Group ethos | To learn from each other and encourage each other in our walk of faith. |
| Contact email | ravelston@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | 0131 332 5417 (Catriona) |
| Leader(s) | Brian and Jenny Carson |
| District(s) | Murrayfield - Blackhall |
| Nearest bus routes | LRT 12, 26, 31, First 86 plus lots of others from West End to Western Corner; LRT 38 from Crewe Toll not very often. |
| Day | Thursday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | To encourage and support each other through fellowship, bible study and prayer. |
| Group ethos | Our ethos is as above. The character of the group is: we are a fairly typical P&Gs mix of young and not so young, singles and couples with children ranging in age from babies to grown up; suburban, probably over-comfortable types with jobs which can be stressful so we appreciate each other’s support. Our interests are varied, ranging over art & music, dinner parties and socialising, having fun with our families, sport and outdoor pursuits and more besides. |
| Contact email | murrayfield@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | 0131 337 4667 |
| Leader(s) | Roddy and Lenore Simson |
| District(s) | Morningside, venue changes monthly |
| Nearest bus routes | 5,11, 15, 16, 17, 23, 38 |
| Day | Thursday |
| Time | Evening (7.30pm for coffee, 8pm start) |
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Group purpose | Our group is a place where busy people can recharge and be supported through prayer, study and social events. We are looking to expand the group which is open to all. |
| Group ethos | Our group values the building of supportive relationships amongst each-other and deepening relationship with God. |
| Contact email | morningside@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Contact phone(s) | 0131 447 8280 |
| Leader(s) | Hilary and Philip McDowell |
| District(s) | Newington |
| Nearest bus routes | Lots, including - To the door: LRT 3, 5, 7, 29, 31, 37, 49
Just round the corner: LRT 2, 14, 30, 33
First 86 |
| Day | Thursday |
| Time | Evening (8pm) |
| Frequency | Weekly (of which once a month is a social evening, often tea and chat) |
| Group purpose | To meet together in fellowship and sociability; to study the Bible and grow in understanding and faith; to support one another with friendship and service. |
| Group ethos | We're a reasonably fluid group with a mix of nationalities, ages and stages. There's quite an academic leaning, both in profession and discussion, and a definite collective approval of chocolate cake. |
| Contact email | newington1@pandgchurch.org.uk |
Having problems finding a group?
Contact smallgroups@pandgchurch.org.uk and we will try to help.
Friday
| Leader(s) | Rob Carlson |
| District(s) | City-wide/ Leith |
| Nearest bus routes | 1, 10, 16, 22, 25, 49 (for Leith venue) |
| Day | Friday |
| Time | 8 pm (usually last Friday of each month) |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Group purpose | Similar to the other Theology Reading Group, this is a reading group where we aim to study and discuss books dealing with Christian theology. Through discussion of the readings and our response to them, we aim to develop reflective awareness of the basis of Christian doctrine, its historical development, and, in some cases, the reasons that certain issues have become controversial or divisive. By consideration of the implications for our own lives of what we are reading, we aim to foster personal spiritual growth and, by so doing, enhancing the contribution we make more widely – both within and outwith our church community. |
| Group ethos | We are a mixed group of people spanning the age and gender range of adults in the church. The group is open to all: whether or not you have undertaken any formal theological study. While not dispensing with the need for academic rigour and intellectual discipline in our discussions, we aim to create an atmosphere that is welcoming and conducive for those who are at an 'entry-level' in their journey into reading theological works. Our meetings are usually begun and/or ended with biscuits, coffee/tea or even fine wine! |
| Contact email | theology2@pandgchurch.org.uk |
| Leader(s) | Carys Moseley |
| District(s) | We meet in No. 40 York Place |
| Nearest bus routes | 12, 26, 45 |
| Day | Friday |
| Time | Evening |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Group purpose | To study and discuss books dealing with Christian theology past and present. The aim is to help people develop reflective awareness of basic Christian doctrine and thereby contribute to personal spiritual development and to the wider church, and to become more articulate as witnesses in society. |
| Group ethos | We are a mixed group of people spanning the age and gender range of adults in the church. We value the opportunity to explore Christian beliefs at an intellectual level. |
| Contact email | theology1@pandgchurch.org.uk |
Having problems finding a group?
Contact smallgroups@pandgchurch.org.uk and we will try to help.