Notices - Sunday 8th September
Vacancy related matters
At its meeting on Monday 26th August, the Kirk Session discussed the feedback received regarding the composition of the Vacancy Committee which was appointed on 15th July. While the committee was appointed in line with the practice followed in previous vacancies, the Kirk Session accepts that the appointment of the Vacancy Committee should be made at a congregational meeting.
In anticipation of the Sustentation Fund Schedule being approved and the Development Plan being available, the Kirk Session has agreed that a congregational meeting will be held on Wednesday 18th September 2024 at 7.30 pm in the Seminary. At this meeting, the Sustentation Fund Schedule will be presented for approval and a Vacancy Committee will be appointed.
As Elders, we are committed to securing the full scope of congregational interest in filling the vacancy. We encourage everyone to make it a matter of earnest prayer as we move forward with the process in the long-term interests of the gospel.
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Precept Scotland – Bible Study Training 6th – 7th September
Nigel Watts, national Director for Precept Scotland) will be returning to the island to deliver further inductive bible study training.
So often we can go through the motions with our quiet times, these sessions provide tools which anyone can use which facilitate a deeper understanding and appreciation of God's word leading you to know God deeply and live differently.
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Scott and Fiona Macleod
As many of you will be aware, Scott’s time of ministry training here in the congregation is now coming to an end and he will continue his training for the final 2 years with the congregation of North Harris.
Scott and Fiona have been a great help in the congregation for many years now and will be missed, along with Katie Bell and Lilly May. They have been busy moving the past week to their new home which will be in Scalpay.
At the end of the morning service today, a small presentation will be made to them from the congregation.
We would like to assure them, and their families, of our ongoing support and prayers for this next phase, and that they are welcome back any time.
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Cross Training Ministries – Men’s Conference
There are two men’s conference opportunities on the theme of ‘The Path to Spiritual Leadership’ planned for October. They are to be held in Gowanbank, Ayrshire, from 4th to 6th October, and also at Alltnacriche, Aviemore, from 11th to 13th October. More details about the conferences and how to sign up are available on a leaflet at the main door.
Notices - Sunday 21st July
Champion’s Challenge Holiday Club: 29th July to 2nd August 2024
We are gearing up for a week of Olympic-themed fun and games at our summer club this year! We will be learning about our ultimate champion Jesus, and we are delighted to have a full squad of 80 children.
Please pray for the volunteers in their preparation, for the children and their families who come and for God to receive all the glory.
If you would like to donate any (nut-free) baking for the club, please contact Evelyn on 07795 312924.
If you would like to contribute towards the costs of running the club, you are welcome to put your donation in an envelope clearly marked ‘Holiday Club’ and leave it in the collection plates at the church or Seminary.
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Champion’s Challenge Holiday Club: 29th July to 2nd August 2024
We are gearing up for a week of Olympic-themed fun and games at our summer club this year! We will be learning about our ultimate champion Jesus and we are delighted to have a full squad of 80 children. Please pray for the volunteers in their preparation, for the children and their families who come and for God to receive all the glory.
If you would like to donate any (nut-free) baking for the club, please contact Evelyn on 07795 312924.
If you would like to contribute towards the costs of running the club, you are welcome to put your donation in an envelope clearly marked ‘Holiday Club’ and leave it in the collection plates at the church or Seminary.
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Free Breakfast @ the Free Church
If anyone would like to help with our annual Free Breakfast on Sunday 21st July from 8.30am to 10.30am, please email the church office or get in touch with Peigi Maclennan.
We need volunteers to prepare breakfasts in the kitchen, others to serve and clear tables, and some more to chat with visitors. It’s always a lovely morning with an opportunity to demonstrate hospitality, and to share the gospel.
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Notices - Sunday 30th June
Free Breakfast @ the Free Church
If anyone would like to help with our annual Free Breakfast on Sunday 21st July from 8.30am to 10.30am, please email the church office or get in touch with Peigi Maclennan.
We need volunteers in the kitchen, to serve and clear tables, and to chat with visitors.
It’s always a lovely morning with an opportunity to demonstrate hospitality, and share the gospel.
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Friday 28th June at 7.00pm - Service of thanksgiving in the church to mark the retirement of our minister, Rev James Maciver. The service will be conducted by Rev Kenneth I. Macleod and live on YouTube (Channel name – Stornoway Free Church).
This will be followed with a reception in the M.A. Hall where refreshments will be served, speeches given, and presentations made.
Anyone wishing to donate baking or is willing to help on the evening should contact Lizzie.
Between now and the evening of Wednesday 26th June, an opportunity is given to the congregation to contribute towards a presentation. Contributions should be placed in an envelope clearly marked ‘Presentation’ and left in the plates at the church or the Seminary.
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Service of thanksgiving and reception to mark the retirement of our minister, Rev James Maciver.
On Friday 28th June, a short service of thanksgiving will be held in the Kenneth Street church at 7.00pm which will be conducted by Rev Kenneth I. Macleod. This will be followed with a reception in the M.A. Hall where refreshments will be served, speeches delivered, and presentations made.
