Photographers in Sutherland invited to enter Church competition

Sutherland residents are invited to enter a photo competition launched to mark the start of Lent by the Rt Rev Dr Marin Fair, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland.

Anyone interested is asked to send in photographs to the Hidden in Plain Sight contest showing the Cross in everyday surroundings.

There are three categories – primary school age, secondary school age and aged 18 and over. The winner in each category will be awarded a gift to the charity of their choice.

Dr Fair said: “Generally speaking we find crosses set within church buildings or worn as jewellery. But, when we open our eyes to the possibility, we can begin to see images of the Cross all around us in both nature and the build environment.

“The challenge is to find a cross that is hidden in plain sight. Perhaps it will be two branches on a tree which form a cross shape. Perhaps you’ll see a cross in a section of wrought-iron fencing. Maybe you’ll see it in a set of road markings or in a random piece of graffiti.

“The only limit is your imagination. Open your eyes and you’ll see the Cross is all around you.”

Entrants can submit three photos they have taken themselves. Images should be sent by March 17 to: MediaRelations@churchofscotland.org.uk

Winners will be announced in the lead up to Easter Sunday.

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