The Rev Douglas Hamilton was ordained and inducted as the minister of Traprain Parish on Thursday 8th September 2022. His previous career was mainly in the voluntary sector, leading organisations such as Save the Children (Scotland) and the RS Macdonald Charitable Trust. Douglas has also served in various advisory roles for government, including as Chair of the Poverty and Inequality Commission in Scotland.

Telephone: 07831 657854

Email: dhamilton@churchofscotland.org.uk

Bill Stevenson was appointed as Session Clerk in 2021.  His key duties include liaising with the minister and looking after Kirk Session meetings and business.   He has been a member of the congregation for over 30 years.  Bill is also a member of the Presbytery of Lothian and the Borders and various other charities.

Email: sessionclerk@parishoftraprain.org.uk

Lesley Kelly joined us as Parish Administrator in March 2025.  In her part-time role she is working to support activities across our three East Lothian churches (Prestonkirk, Stenton and Athelstaneford) including bookings, rotas, website and Facebook content and general admin tasks as required.

Please contact Lesley if you need access to Prestonkirk or the Stables buildings.

Telephone: 07926 574048

Email: admin@parishoftraprain.org.uk

If you have a query, wish to make a booking or you’re not sure who to get in touch with, please use our Contact Us form which can be found here.