Scots’ Church Melbourne — Local services in Melbourne

I was born and raised a catholic but over the last few years I have been questioning religion and God. Al though not being super religious I at times wander around old parish buildings and churches across Melbourne in pure awe of the architecture and the workmanship of some of these buildings.

During one such trip I stumbled upon this church and let me tell you the experience wasn't very good - reason being the guy at the front desk was having a small talk with me about the day, life experiences etc. in return I asked him if they conduct any regular mass especially around Christmas time.

For some odd reason the word "mass" triggered him and he became very angry at me and you could tell by the way his body language and his tone changed towards me. He immediately retorted and said it's not a "mass" we call it service (you better get that right). Being an ex-catholic I thought the word is not a huge deal and he shouldn't have reacted so angrily? I know I might have been ignorant in my choice of words but isn't it in your Bible telling people to have patience and not lose your cool over trivial issues? And yet you wonder why Christian population is dwindling across first world countries; perhaps you may need to rethink the way you treat people at your church...

I have nothing but incredible things to say about Wendy, who manages the admin at Scots Church. She was absolutely phenomenal to work with — so responsive, accommodating, and genuinely helpful throughout the entire process of planning a wedding for my interstate couple.

Wendy answered every question my couple had, ensured they were able to have their rehearsal at the church, and on the wedding day itself, the staff on site were equally welcoming, helpful, and excited for our couple. The ceremony at Scots Church was beautiful, but what truly stood out to me was Wendy’s professionalism and warmth.

In my experience, planning church ceremonies can often involve chasing responses, getting short or vague replies, and having to follow up repeatedly for clear information. With Wendy, it was the complete opposite — she made the process seamless, informative, and such a pleasure.

This is actually the first time I’ve felt compelled to leave a Google review for a church, and it’s entirely because of how exceptional Wendy was to work with. Thank you so much, Wendy — you really are a credit to Scots Church. I look forward to working with you again in the future, and keep up the incredible work you and your team do for couples.

— Gee from Gee What a Wedding –...

Today I attended the worst sermon that I have ever heard in 65 years.

The Minister David Currie instead of preaching the Gospel, proceeded to give the congregation a lesson in race relations.The drivel that then followed would not have converted a single non believer who happened to attend the service. In fact a visitor would have come away with the feeling of hearing some party political broadcast.

Of course then we had to sit through some claptrap about Mandela, by a man who's grasp of South African history is tenuous to say the least. A communist terrorist had suddenly been elevated to the status of a saint.

Great preachers like Martin Lloyd Jones never preached politics in any of his great sermons. The result was a Church filled to capacity - not a Church with a mere scattering of believers.

David Currie is a confused preacher who has forgotten how to...