A Kirkin' O' the Tartan in CA

**macwilkin** · 14th November 05, 02:10 PM

I am still not convinced this was ever a Scottish tradition, but it's still a nice one.

It's not, Sherry. The real history behind the Kirkin' Service dates to the Second World War, when Rev. Peter Marshall, Pastor of the New York Ave. Presbyterian Church and an immigrant from Coatbridge, Scotland, used the service as a way to raise funds for British War relief. Dr. Marshall was a member of the Washington DC St. Andrew's Society, and the service was picked up by them -- first held at Dr. Marshall's church, it was soon being held at the National Cathederal. It is a Scottish-American church parade.

Cheers,

Todd

**Cawdorian** · 15th November 05, 06:14 AM

The Kirkin' service will be held at our Presbyterian Church next Sunday, it is always a great event. After the service we will have a lunch complete with Haggis. Everyone enjoys the service, it is always well attended.

We have the Parade of Tartan's as the processional. I will be there with my kilt and argyle on (worn properly, of course) carrying one of the banners. It is a great time to wear the kilt and celebrate our heritage.

**Prester John** · 15th November 05, 06:31 AM

Our Kirkin' will take place on Nov 30th at 7pm.

More information will be forthcoming shortly, but it will be broadcast live on the internet.

If you've never heard an Orthodox service, you'll be in for a treat. Pipe Major Tim Wiley of the Akron and District Pipe Band will be playing the pipes for us.

More, including how to listen live, soon.

**Schultz** · 15th November 05, 06:53 AM

Bless, Father!

What type of service will you be using? Is it an adaptation of the various services already out there, or will it be an adaptation of an Orthodox service?

**Prester John** · 15th November 05, 07:28 AM

Well as you know, we don't adapt what others do. We do what we do.

It will be a Service of Thanksgiving (Molieben) with Blessing.

**Schultz** · 15th November 05, 07:36 AM

As I figured!

Can't wait to hear it!

**Sherry** · 15th November 05, 02:57 PM

Originally Posted by cajunscot

It's not, Sherry. The real history behind the Kirkin' Service dates to the Second World War, when Rev. Peter Marshall, Pastor of the New York Ave. Presbyterian Church and an immigrant from Coatbridge, Scotland, used the service as a way to raise funds for British War relief. Dr. Marshall was a member of the Washington DC St. Andrew's Society, and the service was picked up by them -- first held at Dr. Marshall's church, it was soon being held at the National Cathederal. It is a Scottish-American church parade.

Cheers,

Todd

Yes, I was pretty sure the Peter Marshall story was the correct one. Which is fine with me, as I already had great respect for him via his wife's writings.

Sherry

**Bil** · 15th November 05, 08:23 PM

RATS!!! Had I known I'd have attended! I only live about 20 minutes from there. What a bummer!

Oh well, maybe next year. Anyone know of a St. Andrew's day service in Nor-Cal?