It was drizzly day as the choirs from Glenmanor and St Michael’s Primaries waited patiently for the service to begin. They sung beautifully ‘Give Me Joy in My Heart’ and ‘Going Home’ and their behaviour was excellent. Well done everyone!
There was a great turnout from the community to support the service.
Willie Doolan, Secretary opened the service and Danny Taylor, Chairman, remembered the 47 miners who lost their lives 56 years ago. David Collins, from Moodieburn & District played while the names were read out. Then there was the laying of the wreaths.
Rev Mark Malcolm read from the Bible then Elaine Smith, MSP, and Provost Jim Robertson, NLC, both read a dedication and Father Michael Briody said a prayer.
Nicky Wilson, President of NUM read a dedication and Captain John Parry, Salvation Army read the benedition at the end of the service.
The kids were all so well behaved and, as always, the choir performance was enjoyable and hugely appreciated by the people organising the service. So nice for the kids to be so actively involved in community events!