The week ahead at Hilton Church
Sunday 22nd February Nitelife meets this evening at 7.00pm in the small hall.
Wednesday 25th February ‘Listening in Lent Study Series ‘ We’ll be meeting in the small hall at 7.30pm to reflect on ‘Listening to Scripture’. All welcome! (The afternoon study group next meets on 4th March)
Thursday 26th February Book Group meets in the small hall at 7.30pm.
Friday 27th February Toddlers Group run by Hilton Family Support meets in the big hall, 10.00am-11.30am For more information please email kasia.mccubbin@hiltonfamily.support
Sunday 1st March Gathering for Prayer with a focus on praying for children, young people and families in the Hilton community. 9.30am-10.00am in the small hall. Worship Service in the church at 10.30am.
TNT is back next week!
Lent Reflections at Hilton Church
Hilton Parish Church
Sunday 1 March 2026
A worship service will be held at 10.30am in the church on Sunday 1 March. The service will simultaneously broadcast on the Church Facebook page. Teas and coffees will be served in the Sanctuary after the service. All very welcome!
There will be a prayer meeting in the small hall from 9.30am – 10.00pm with a focus on praying for children, young people and families in the Hilton community.
The Bible passage is 2 Chronicles 33: 1-16 and David Whillis will be leading and preaching.
Here are links to websites which Duncan has recommended we explore:
The Bible Project
The Bible Society
The London Institute for Contemporary Christianity
Inverness ‘Warm Spaces’
A number of venues across Inverness have opened their doors through the week to offer a warm welcome and bring people together in the local community. Enjoy some Highland hospitality and make new friends. Additional support is also available at some venues.
Here’s a link to a list of these ‘Warm Spaces’ with the times they are available.
Highland Foodbank asks for our help
Hilton Parish Church works very closely with Hilton Family Support, helping to make a difference in the local community. Click the links below to explore.
Click here for the latest Hilton Family Support Newsletter.
Click here to donate to Hilton Family Support
Giving to Hilton Parish Church
If you would like to give towards the work of Hilton Parish Church, here are a few ways in which you can do it.
(1) The most beneficial way of giving would be through a monthly standing order which would enable the congregation to have a regular and predictable monthly income:
Sort Code: 80-91-26
Account No: 00444375
Account Name: HILTON CHURCH
(2) You can also give through the Give.net link below
(3) Free Will Offering Envelopes – we are conscious that many may wish to continue with this scheme putting money aside each week, and we look forward to receiving these offerings when the crisis comes to an end.
(4) If you would like to give offerings through cheque, these can be made payable to Hilton Church and posted to: Hilton Parish Church, 4 Tomatin Road, Inverness, IV2 4UA
Please note that if you are a tax payer Gift Aid is applicable for all of the above and this can increase our income by 25%. If possible, please complete a Gift Aid declaration (available here or from the church office) and return it to the church office.
We thank you for your support of the ministry of Hilton Church.
Our latest Facebook posts
Rhymes Recollected meets again on Monday 2 March.
Join us in the small hall at Hilton Church on Monday 2 March 2026, from 2pm – 3pm.
The theme this time is ‘Odes, Oddities, Humour’.
We’re invited to bring some poems which are funny or quirky or simply ‘different’, or which are ‘odes’. (An ‘ode’ is defined as ‘a short lyric poem that praises an individual, an idea, or an event.’) Of course, as always, you’re welcome to bring and read poems which are not on the theme! We’d also especially love to hear poems you yourself have written.
Or you can just come along and enjoy listening to others reading. (Rhymes Recollected is free to attend.) You are guaranteed an enjoyable afternoon!
This event is Dementia-friendly for those accompanied by a family member or friend.
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Ten thousand sorrows circle the wicked,
so the psalmist says.
Consequences ripple outward.
Choices harden.
Hearts close in on themselves.
But steadfast love
surrounds the one who trusts in You.
Surrounds.
Not brushes past.
Not visits briefly.
Not waits at a distance
until we’ve proved ourselves worthy.
Surrounds.
Lent has a way of showing us
where we’ve leaned on lesser things.
On applause.
On certainty.
On our own careful plans.
And when they give way
as they always do
we feel the ground tilt.
Trust isn’t loud.
It doesn’t shout its credentials.
It’s quieter than that.
It’s the turning of the heart
toward the faithful God
whose mercy is stronger than our mistakes,
whose holiness doesn’t humiliate
but heals,
whose justice restores what sin has bent out of shape.
Many are the woes
but greater still
is Your covenant love.
So we choose gladness
not because life is simple
but because You are steady.
We choose joy
not because we’re naive
but because You are good.
We choose to sing
even in a minor key
because You are our refuge
and Your compassion doesn’t run thin.
In this season of dust and honesty
teach us the deeper trust.
The kind that keeps walking
when the path is unclear.
The kind that laughs softly
at fear’s exaggerations.
The kind that knows
we are held.
Let the upright in heart rejoice,
the psalm says.
Not the flawless.
Not the impressive.
The upright.
Those who’ve turned toward You.
Those who’ve stopped pretending.
Those who’ve placed their weight
on the mercy of God
and found it strong.
Steadfast God,
encircle us again.
Where trust feels fragile, strengthen it.
Where joy feels distant, awaken it.
Where sin has narrowed our vision, widen it with grace.
And as we move onward through Lent,
let gladness grow in us
like green shoots through ash.
Because Your love surrounds us.
And that’s enough.
© E Hamilton 2026
#Lent2026 #WhispersOfGrace
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A wee reminder that the first of the 'Listen in Lent' series will be held in the small hall at 7.30pm tomorrow evening.
All welcome.
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Get in touch
Contact Details
Hilton Church is at 4 Tomatin Road, Inverness IV2 4UA
Tel:
01463 233310
email:
office@hiltonchurch.org.uk
The Care Team
The Care Team’s role is to provide help and support in various ways for people of all ages in the congregation. These could be a home or hospital visit, a meal in time of crisis, or a listening ear.
If you, or anyone you know needs help in this way, please contact
Church Office: 01463 233310
The week ahead at Hilton Church
Sunday 22nd February Nitelife meets this evening at 7.00pm in the small hall.
Wednesday 25th February ‘Listening in Lent Study Series ‘ We’ll be meeting in the small hall at 7.30pm to reflect on ‘Listening to Scripture’. All welcome! (The afternoon study group next meets on 4th March)
Thursday 26th February Book Group meets in the small hall at 7.30pm.
Friday 27th February Toddlers Group run by Hilton Family Support meets in the big hall, 10.00am-11.30am For more information please email kasia.mccubbin@hiltonfamily.support
Sunday 1st March Gathering for Prayer with a focus on praying for children, young people and families in the Hilton community. 9.30am-10.00am in the small hall. Worship Service in the church at 10.30am.
TNT is back next week!
Lent Reflections at Hilton Church
Hilton Parish Church
Sunday 1 March 2026
A worship service will be held at 10.30am in the church on Sunday 1 March. The service will simultaneously broadcast on the Church Facebook page. Teas and coffees will be served in the Sanctuary after the service. All very welcome!
There will be a prayer meeting in the small hall from 9.30am – 10.00pm with a focus on praying for children, young people and families in the Hilton community.
The Bible passage is 2 Chronicles 33: 1-16 and David Whillis will be leading and preaching.
Inverness Warm Spaces
A number of venues across Inverness have opened their doors through the week to offer a warm welcome and bring people together in the local community. Enjoy some Highland hospitality and make new friends. Additional support is also available at some venues.
Here’s a link to a list of these ‘Warm Spaces’ with the times they are available.
Highland Foodbank asks for our help
Hilton Parish Church works very closely with Hilton Family Support, helping to make a difference in the local community. Click the links below to explore.
Click here for the latest Hilton Family Support Newsletter.
Click here to donate to Hilton Family Support
Giving to Hilton Parish Church
If you would like to give towards the work of Hilton Parish Church, here are a few ways in which you can do it.
(1) The most beneficial way of giving would be through a monthly standing order which would enable the congregation to have a regular and predictable monthly income:
Sort Code: 80-91-26
Account No: 00444375
Account Name: HILTON CHURCH
(2) You can also give through the Give.net link below
(3) Free Will Offering Envelopes – we are conscious that many may wish to continue with this scheme putting money aside each week, and we look forward to receiving these offerings when the crisis comes to an end.
(4) If you would like to give offerings through cheque, these can be made payable to Hilton Church and posted to: Hilton Parish Church, 4 Tomatin Road, Inverness, IV2 4UA
Please note that if you are a tax payer Gift Aid is applicable for all of the above and this can increase our income by 25%. If possible, please complete a Gift Aid declaration (available here or from the church office) and return it to the church office.
We thank you for your support of the ministry of Hilton Church.
Our latest Facebook posts
Rhymes Recollected meets again on Monday 2 March.
Join us in the small hall at Hilton Church on Monday 2 March 2026, from 2pm – 3pm.
The theme this time is ‘Odes, Oddities, Humour’.
We’re invited to bring some poems which are funny or quirky or simply ‘different’, or which are ‘odes’. (An ‘ode’ is defined as ‘a short lyric poem that praises an individual, an idea, or an event.’) Of course, as always, you’re welcome to bring and read poems which are not on the theme! We’d also especially love to hear poems you yourself have written.
Or you can just come along and enjoy listening to others reading. (Rhymes Recollected is free to attend.) You are guaranteed an enjoyable afternoon!
This event is Dementia-friendly for those accompanied by a family member or friend.
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Ten thousand sorrows circle the wicked,
so the psalmist says.
Consequences ripple outward.
Choices harden.
Hearts close in on themselves.
But steadfast love
surrounds the one who trusts in You.
Surrounds.
Not brushes past.
Not visits briefly.
Not waits at a distance
until we’ve proved ourselves worthy.
Surrounds.
Lent has a way of showing us
where we’ve leaned on lesser things.
On applause.
On certainty.
On our own careful plans.
And when they give way
as they always do
we feel the ground tilt.
Trust isn’t loud.
It doesn’t shout its credentials.
It’s quieter than that.
It’s the turning of the heart
toward the faithful God
whose mercy is stronger than our mistakes,
whose holiness doesn’t humiliate
but heals,
whose justice restores what sin has bent out of shape.
Many are the woes
but greater still
is Your covenant love.
So we choose gladness
not because life is simple
but because You are steady.
We choose joy
not because we’re naive
but because You are good.
We choose to sing
even in a minor key
because You are our refuge
and Your compassion doesn’t run thin.
In this season of dust and honesty
teach us the deeper trust.
The kind that keeps walking
when the path is unclear.
The kind that laughs softly
at fear’s exaggerations.
The kind that knows
we are held.
Let the upright in heart rejoice,
the psalm says.
Not the flawless.
Not the impressive.
The upright.
Those who’ve turned toward You.
Those who’ve stopped pretending.
Those who’ve placed their weight
on the mercy of God
and found it strong.
Steadfast God,
encircle us again.
Where trust feels fragile, strengthen it.
Where joy feels distant, awaken it.
Where sin has narrowed our vision, widen it with grace.
And as we move onward through Lent,
let gladness grow in us
like green shoots through ash.
Because Your love surrounds us.
And that’s enough.
© E Hamilton 2026
#Lent2026 #WhispersOfGrace
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Get in touch
Contact Details
Hilton Church is at 4 Tomatin Road, Inverness IV2 4UA
Church Office: 01463 233310
email:
office@hiltonchurch.org.uk
The Care Team
The Care Team’s role is to provide help and support in various ways for people of all ages in the congregation. These could be a home or hospital visit, a meal in time of crisis, or a listening ear.
If you, or anyone you know needs help in this way, please contact
Church Office: 01463 233310