Notices - 29 October
NOTICES
Death: We were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs Johanna Mackay, Trust Housing, Lewis Street, on Thursday 26th October. Mrs Mackay, who was 95, is survived by a brother, Calum Dan (in Crossbost), and two sisters, Peggy (in Maryburgh) and Chrissie (in Australia). We extend our sincere sympathy to them and to other relatives.
Thank you to everyone who prayed for the Scaladale Presbytery Camp last weekend. The camp was a success and we had a real sense of God’s Spirit at work during the weekend.Pray for the good seed that was sown to bear spiritual fruit to God’s glory.
Tuesday 31st October
The next Women for Mission meeting in the congregation will be in the MA Hall upstairsat 7.30pm. The speaker will be Dena Macleod. The WFM meetings are for all the women in the congregation and all are very welcome to attend.
Children and youth groups
Parent & Toddler meets on Tuesday (1.00–3.00pm) and Thursday (9.45-11.45am)
Campaigners: C Club (6-7pm) and Crosstrax (7-8.30pm) on Monday in the hall
Kidz Zone meets at 6.15-7.30pm on Thursday in the hall
Midweek Meetings: All at 7.30pm
Wednesday – English in the hall (Rev Kenneth I Macleod)
Thursday – Gaelic (Rev James Maciver) and Saturday – English both in the Seminary
Friday 3rd November – Ordination and Induction of Rev. Andrew Macleod as Assistant Minister to Tain and Fearn Free Church will take place. Andrew is the son of Iain M. Macleod (our elder) and Chriselle. We pray that The Lord will richly bless his ministry.
Saturday 4 November
There will be a fundraising lunch in the hall from 12-2pm on Saturday in aid of Muriel Macleod, Cambodia. Any donations of soup, desserts or baking would be gratefully received. Please contact Annabelle Maclean – 702618. Thank you.
Blythswood Annual Shoebox Appeal
The annual Shoebox Appeal will be held in Stornoway in the Old Coop, Kenneth Street (behind police station) on the following dates:
Thursday 9th November from 3.30-7pm
Friday 10th November from 3 pm-7pm
Saturday 11th November from 10.00 -12noon.
If you can spare an hour or two to help check the shoeboxes, please come along and lend a hand. Enquiries: Chris Martin, 706143, [email protected] or Charlie Nicolson,703325 or email [email protected]
Advance Notices
Kirk Session – The next meeting of the Kirk Session will be on Tuesday 7th November at 7pm in the Session Room, Kenneth Street.
On Tuesday 7 November a new study will begin looking at Tim Keller’s DVD ‘The Reason for God.’ During the 6 weeks we meet we will be exploring the truth of Christianity and looking, in particular, at the questions that arise whilst contemplating or reacting to situations in life.
These initial studies will be held in the Church Hall in Kenneth St. rather than in the usual venue of the Cabarfeidh Hotel.
Everyone interested in finding out more about Christianity is most welcome.
If you know of anyone you would like to encourage joining us each evening please feel free to come along with them. Most people come to know God through a friend, and this is an opportunity for you to invite friends for an informal, non-judgemental discussion about the truth of Christianity.
You are also welcome to come along just to listen. You will not be asked any questions although any contribution you make will be very welcome.
There is no age barrier – this will be suitable for young and old.
We look forward to seeing you! Tuesday Nights 7 November to 19 December 7:30 – 9pm
For further details contact Cala on 07818076763 or Roddy on 07900807375.
Free Church Mission Support (Western Isles) - We will be holding a Curry Night on Friday 10th November at 7pm in the M.A. Macleod Hall, with Alasdair Macleod (Garyvard) speaking about his trip with Eastern Europe For Christ. To book a place or table phone 01851 702618/ 07733 077972 or email [email protected]. Donations will go to Neil and Rachel Rae in the Philippines and Muriel Macleod in Cambodia. Curry alternative will be available.
