A heart-warming story, full of humour and occasional pathos (for after all, it's all about life), is a "must read" for those who may want to visit the North Isles and discover for themselves the remarkable beauty that abounds in the ancient islands of Shetland. The Church of Scotland parish of the North Isles of Shetland has been without a full-time minister for over four years; a fact that comes to the attention down in Australia of the Rev Lachlan Ness. In the meantime, the parish is relying on its elders and occasional visits of ministers to conduct its preaching and pastoral activities....