Dear Fellow Burgesses,
The festive season is upon us once more. May I extend my warmest wishes to each of you and your families. Christmas is a time to reflect on what unites our community, the rich heritage we share, and the bright future we continue to build together.
2024 has been a busy and productive year with higher numbers than ever engaging in lunch events, evening events, our AGM or working in your many individual ways for the benefit of others. Thank you to all who have engaged and hopefully even more will join us in 2025. We were able to provide some support to young people through the Guildry and Mortifications fund as a result of the revised Trust Deed. We aim for more in 2025.
This year, let us celebrate not only the joys of the season but also the resilience and generosity that define the spirit of the Burgesses of Aberdeen. Whether through engaging with pride, acts of kindness, words of encouragement, or simply being there for one another, our collective strength makes a profound difference in our city.
May this Christmas bring you peace, joy, and the company of loved ones. May the New Year ahead be filled with prosperity, good health, and continued success for the Burgesses, our city and its citizens.
With heartfelt gratitude for your contributions to our community, I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Sincerely
Lord Dean of Guild