Mount Pleasant cottage Thurso

[Mikepridgeon]

Does anyone know what happened to Mount pleasant cottage in Thurso or the family that lived there? (Peter and Jessie Swanson - 1890's)

Peter Swanson was an Elder in the Church of Scotland - Thurso? does anyone know of him or what the title Elder ment in the Church community

Thanks

Mike Pridgeon

[Rosemary Skea]

Elders - are a group of elected, ordained leaders. They give their time voluntarily and, along with the minister, are responsible for the spiritual and practical aspects of Church life, including pastoral care, and for local church government. Being an elder is a demanding but rewarding role - and important part of the Church of Scotland in its team ministry. Elders may also, with appropriate training, conduct funerals, chair the kirk session, preach and lead worship.

Rosemary