The Rev John Bell, a Church of Scotland minister and member of the Iona Community, is special guest at an ecumenical event for Christians across Moray next weekend.

The two-day 'Walking Together with Christ' is being hosted in churches in Elgin on Saturday and Sunday, March 1 and 2.

The event is described as a "time for Christians in Elgin and Moray to share in fellowship and engagement".

The programme includes a series of workshops, walking and meditation and reflection sessions.

Mr Bell, who has produced many collections of original hymns and songs, and who lectures in theological colleges in the UK and North America, will lead a workshop in using world songs in worship.

The Rev Rolf Billies, minister of St Andrews-Lhanbryde, and his writer wife Shirley will help people find out more about who they are through exploring personality types.

Anne Attenburrow, auxiliary minister at Elgin High linked with Birnie and Pluscarden, is heading a walk around the centre of Elgin, visiting some its churches and significant places.

Youth-related activities will be taken by Jon Gamble, a former manager of Elgin Youth Café, who is involved in Youth for Christ.

An evening of reflection and meditation at Elgin High Church, with the Rev Julie Woods, will provide the chance for walking and praying on a spiritual journey of discovery between participants and God.

On the Sunday, which is also Mothers' Day, there will be an ecumenical service at St Columba's South Church, led by Mr Bell.

Mrs Woods, who has been involved with other clergy in planning the event, said: "This is a first for Elgin, and has come about due to a combination of people who wanted to make this happen coming together and showing what can be done when you try."

Booking forms are available from Elgin churches, New Elgin Post Office and Elgin Library.

The event is free for the under-18s and there is a £2 fee for adults.

e.green@northern-scot.co.uk

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