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A fire ripped through St. Philip's in December 1998 but it is now beautifully restored as a building and is as vibrant as
the congregation. The sanctuary is bright and modern, with no pulpit and with chairs that can be moved to provide a contemporary
worship space. The stained glass windows, designed by Douglas Hogg, won a Saltire Society Art and Architecture Award for
quality and originality. These windows are complemented by chancel furniture which reflect the curves of beach and shells
on the nearby sea. The furniture was designed by Catherine Rennie, a member of the congregation.
But it is the congregation that deserves the most recognition. They banded together after the fire, restored the building
and maintained their faith and their activities. It has been suggested that nearly 1,000 people pass through St. Philip's
sanctuary and hall over the course of a week. There are organisations galore, both church related and community based. There
are organisations for children, youth, families and the elderly. There are those that are
tried and tested, like the Guild, and there are those, like the Book Club, that discuss controversial and not-so controversial
novels in a local pub.
A recent report from Presbytery noted the vibrancy of St. Philip's. It is a church, located about 20 minutes east of Edinburgh
along the sea, which has a rich history and a promise-filled future. We are full of life and
energy and spirit, heeding our call to bring the love of God and the love of Christ to our world. That we do with joy, dedication
and faith.
Our Minister, Rev. Dr. Stewart Weaver, has his own website designed to give a flavour of his thoughts
and musings and to provide some further reading on his sermons and other ideas. The website can be found at
www.stewartweaver.org.