Wellpark Mid Kirk, Greenock has received a bespoke insignia to be worn at civic events hosted there. The Rev Alan Sorensen, who retired in June after 22 years, commissioned the solid silver badge of office and presented it to the congregation as a farewell gift at his final Kirkin’ of the Council on Sunday June 19.
Mr Sorensen said: “We have a fairly unique relationship between Wellpark Mid Kirk and Inverclyde Council. The church is across the square from the Council buildings and since 1761 we have been privileged to host many civic events, not just the annual Kirkin’. The minister has traditionally been the chaplain to the Council and he is often asked to represent the church at functions.