September 14, 2024 saw the Induction of Rev David Ferguson to the charge of North Uist, Berneray and Grimsay Free Church.

David recently completed his studies at Edinburgh Theological Seminary and this is his first charge. He is joined by his wife, Catherine and son, Duncan.

When David initially came to preach in May, it was the first time he had set foot on the Island, but the family are settling in well.

Bad weather on the day meant a lower attendance that would otherwise have been the case, but enough members of Presbytery made it across from Lewis and Harris the previous day to allow the day to go ahead, and a good number of people filled the hall afterwards.

Proceedings were led by Rev Iain Thompson, Moderator of Presbytery, who also addressed David, with the congregation being addressed by their outgoing Interim Moderator, Mark Macleod.

Mr Gordon Macleod, assessor Elder for the congregation and a former colleague of David’s led proceedings at the reception afterwards.