St Michael's Fabric Fund

St Michael's Parish Church was consecrated in 1242 by the Bishop of St Andrew's, David de Bernham. For over 760 years now congregations have been worshipping in what is considered to be one of the most beautiful medieval churches in Scotland. Compared to England and the rest of Europe, Scotland has few such churches still in use. A turbulent political and eccliastical history has not been kind to such buildings and now many stand in ruins. This means that those remaining are doubly precious. St Michael's, in particular, has an important place in the history of our nation and is a vital part of its eccliastical and architectural heritage.

Our buildings are still under attack but no longer is the danger from invading armies or warring factions in the church. The enemy today is atmospheric pollution conspiring with our Scottish weather to erode the stonework of wall and window tracery and to damage roof timbers. The congregation has sought over the years to keep its building in good repair — a major restoration project was completed in 2002 — but work on any ancient building is labour-intensive and, therefore, costly. The Fabric Fund provides for the ongoing care and maintenance of this splendid sanctuary.

For almost 800 years, St Michael's has stood as a centre for worship and service in Linlithgow, witnessing to a community's faith in God. It is, therefore, much more than an ancient monument; it is the hole of a living community of faith, and pray God, that will continue.

Will you help us do this? Any assistance you can give will be appreciated. Donations can be sent to The Treasurer c/o the Church Office at the address at the foot of the page — please make cheques payable to St Michael's Parish Church - Fabric Fund. If you are a UK tax payer, you may wish to consider including the Gift Aid Form that you will find here which would allow us to further benefit by 28%. Alternatively you can use the PayPal link below.

Thank you.