Mr Andrew Bathgate
for
Andrew Bathgate
Will be held at
Craiglockhart Parish Church
on
Thursday 9th November 2023
at 1.00pm
Family and friends warmly invited.
A Live Stream can be viewed via:
https://www.sanctusmedia.com/live-service/andrew-bathgate
A Memorial Service celebrating Andrew's ministry and service will be held on Saturday 27th January at 1.30pm at Charlotte Baptist Chapel, 58 Shandwick Pl, Edinburgh EH2 4RT. This will be co-ordinated by Edinburgh City Mission, SU Scotland and UCCF.
Donations in Andrew's memory may be given at the door or direct to Edinburgh City Mission via https://edinburghcitymission.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Funeral Service
Location
Craiglockhart Parish Church
EH14 1HS
Date & Time
1:00pm Thu 9th Nov 2023
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David wrote
27th Mar 2024
Only just heard. Thoughts and prayers for Alison. He was a huge support in my role in the CU. He was wise, generous, warm hearted and kind. Someone who lived his faith with integrity.
Vikki wrote
4th Feb 2024
This is so very late but I am way out of any loops- I saw via a post from Jenny Storey and just wanted to pass on my love & prayers. Andy & Alison were kind to me when I needed someone to be and I have not forgotten it. Rest in Peace, Rise in Glory good & faithful servant. Vikki Ewen (nee Riding)
Jannette wrote
12th Nov 2023
My deepest sympathies go to Andy’s family. I was on staff with UCCF at the time when Andy was team leader in Scotland. He was someone who evidently loved Jesus and put all he encountered at ease. He has left such an imprint on Scotland with his faithful witness and example of how to lead well.
Brian wrote
10th Nov 2023
Andrew was an example of a Christian who took his faith seriously and shared his faith gently, He will be greatly missed.
Joshua wrote
9th Nov 2023
A life well lived. Man who strove hard for the building of God's Kingdom.
Elizabeth wrote
9th Nov 2023
Andy was my boss at SU Scotland, as you know, Alyson, and I couldn't have asked for a better one. His door was always open. You didn't have to stand on ceremony with Andy. He wasn't a micro-manager either - he listened to ideas and gave you free reign to run with them. It was at his instigation that Schools Prayer Network was welcomed into SU Scotland, and a Prayer Coordinator appointed to manage it. Turning into Pray for Schools Scotland, Andy was the initiator behind Pray Any Way and Pray Together for primary children which ran for many years. His legacy lives on in the %age of schools prayed for across Scotland, and in the growth of SU Scotland too. When Andy started with SU, the staff team was a quarter of what it is now! His vision was growth. His heart was always for Scripture, for God - but not always evident in some - for people, and particularly young people. My memory is of him standing listening to a young member of staff: more often listening than talking. That was Andy. He brought a joy to the office with his sense of humour too. I was blessed to have known him, we all were, and as your heart breaks today, be grateful that you didn't witness him go into decline - he left us as he always was: fit, active and ready for the Lord's call. Unexpectedly, it was to be with his Maker. May the Lord strengthen, bless you, guide you and keep you in the days to come. God bless, Elizabeth McDowall
David and Hilary wrote
9th Nov 2023
We thank God for Andy and for his faithful and fruitful life in the service of his Lord and Saviour. We are praying for his family and close friends at this sad time. Andy will be remembered in many ways. For the way he demonstrated his love and commitment to His Lord, and for those he served humbly and thoughtfully; for his Godly wisdom. He will be greatly missed.
Allison wrote
8th Nov 2023
Andy was a kind, gentle, humble man who led with good humour, grace and a servant heart. A truly godly man. Thoughts and prayers with his family and friends.
Averil wrote
5th Nov 2023
Whenever I think of Andy, I see a smiling , friendly face & hear a kind, helpful , quiet voice giving sound, good advice. Andy will be so very greatly missed wherever he had made an impact. Reliable, kindly, a true man of God. His faith shone through his courteous demeanour. He has made a huge impact in so many lives. He will not be forgotten. I give thanks for the privilege of knowing him for so many years . My heart goes out to Alyson & all his family.
Norma & John wrote
5th Nov 2023
We thank God for Andy's life and ministry. He will be sadly missed by so many whose life's he has touched. God comfort and strengthen Alyson and all his family living without husband, father and grandfather.
Janice wrote
4th Nov 2023
I share with hundreds the shock and sadness hearing of Andrew's sudden passing. We are assured he is with Jesus, but it is so hard for his precious family to lose him without warning. I knew him from primary 3, all through school and university. I thank God with all my heart for his faithfulness in prayer as I was one of many who came to know Jesus as a result.My sincere condolences to Alyson, Karen, Fiona and her family. Janice.
Willie & Isabel wrote
3rd Nov 2023
Andy Bathgate surely was a "man after God's own heart": a true shepherd who humbly led , over many years, countless numbers of children and young people in paths of righteousness by encouraging them to read God's Word and seek daily His Will and plan for their lives. He valued each one. He was a fine example to all of us who had the privilege to know him. What a legacy he leaves behind and how much he will be missed . We pray for you, dear Alyson ,and the family that The Comforter will be very near and very real to each one of you at this sad time of loss. May you cling tightly to the promise of the Hope we have as believers in Jesus. Maranatha!! Willie & Isabel
Philip wrote
3rd Nov 2023
I only had the privilege of briefly getting to know Andy during a series of meetings discussing the work and vision of IEF. He radiated warmth and deep love for God and his people. He will be missed. May many more rise up like him.
Warner& Sheenaa wrote
3rd Nov 2023
We thank God for every remembrance of Andy,. For his influence in the lives of our three daughters through SU & UCCF and for his gracious and Godly life that touched so many. . May you ,his family , know the comfort of the Holy Spirit in these days of your sudden loss . from , Warner & Sheena Hardie
Sara wrote
2nd Nov 2023
Dearest beautiful family so sorry for this loss; I see Andy's big smile here and it visually arrives with solid memories of his warmth, genuine love for the person and his pragmatic listening ear which cared. What a special person he was to know and celebrate. With love and prayers for you each at this time.
Alasdair & Eileen wrote
2nd Nov 2023
Sending our love and prayers to Alyson and family as you grieve the loss of someone who meant the world to you, and was a dear and steadfast friend to us, and a wonderful example of all that it means to be a follower of Jesus.
Peggy wrote
2nd Nov 2023
My last encounter with Andy was a hug when he visited Christ Church, Craigentinny with the Edinburgh City Mission folk to update us on the way ahead. You could rely on Andy always to be gracious and have a word from the Lord.
David wrote
2nd Nov 2023
A gentleman who was a towering figure in Scottish evangelicalism and beyond for the last 50 years. Beyond narrow tribalism’. A unifier with a great vision. He shall be missed but we shall meet again whdn all things are made new. The Catechism says, ‘ The souls of believers are at their death made perfect in holiness and do immediately pass into glory. Their bodies, being still united to Christ, do rest in the grave until the resurrection. We have this hope.
Graeme and Katherine wrote
1st Nov 2023
We knew Andy in the 80s through our friendship with Julia in Dundee. He spoke at our wee church in South Tay street on several occasions, and had the loveliest Scottish voice, a gentleness, warmth and good humour that made him great company - a very ‘Bathgate’ thing!’ Much love to all the family.
Gillian wrote
1st Nov 2023
A truly lovely man who was always genuinely interested in my work with young people. He will be sorely missed.
Glen wrote
1st Nov 2023
Giving thanks for the life and the legacy of a good, a godly and a gracious man. Always humble and encouraging, Andy was a gift from God to the church in Scotland and will be hugely missed.
Maggie wrote
1st Nov 2023
Andy was a true man of God ,an inspiration to young and old and a wonderful Family man ,friend and leader of people I pray for his lovely family in their loss but know with assurance they will meet again one day as Andy would have said ..ooh terrific day when we will all meet Jesus
Anna & Fraser wrote
1st Nov 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you say goodbye to Andy. Andy sent us a card a few months after he retired to say he remembered us in his prayers which was a huge encouragement to both of us. May God bless you and keep you. With love Anna & Fraser Morrison
Morrison wrote
1st Nov 2023
Andy will live long in our memories as one of the finest christian men we ever knew. I had the priviledge of sharing a house with him as students and meeting up for a reunion just a few years back and he hadn't changed; a credit to his Lord and the faith. Sincerest condolances to the family.
Lawson wrote
1st Nov 2023
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted" Matthew 5:4. Grace and peace, Lawson Murray
Andy wrote
1st Nov 2023
Andy was one of the finest Christians I ever met. I used to count books in the Free Church College in the 1990's and Andy's office used to be in a dusty attic room. We used to have great chats and I was always struck by Andy's humility and godliness. We never saw each other very often but his name used to come up in so many Christian circles. He was a humble, gentle giant in the Christian world and he will be hugely missed. So sorry for your loss as a family.
Ian wrote
1st Nov 2023
Our deepest sympathy Andy had great ability and great humility ,a truly Godly man,such a loss With love and prayers Ian&Helen
Sue wrote
1st Nov 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Andy's passing, he led by example with humility. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time
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