Notices - Sunday 5th December
Creche: 11.00 in upstairs hall for children up to age 2.
Volunteers today: Annette Macphail, Kathleen, and Mary.
Volunteers 12th December: Christine, Anne Mackenzie, Elaine, and Kate.
Tweenies: 11.00-11.50 in downstairs hall for children aged 3-4.
Sunday School: 11.00-11.50 in main hall for children of P1 to S2.
Youth Fellowship in hall Sunday at 7.45pm.
Monday Toddler group is cancelled until 2022.
Monday 6th December 7.30pm
Monthly Prayer Meeting on Zoom.
Tuesday 7th December 11.00am
Prayer link with Muriel in Cambodia.
Wednesday 8th December 7.30pm – English Prayer Meeting.
In the Seminary and on Zoom led by Rev James Maciver.
Thursday 9th December 7.30pm - Gaelic Prayer Meeting.
In the Seminary led by Mr Joe Macphee.
Friday 10th December 1.00pm
Ladies Bible Study on Zoom.
For further information contact Sandra Kennedy on 07825 178629.
Saturday 11th December 10.00am-3.15pm
ETS Course in M.A. Hall.
Saturday 11th December 7.30pm
English Prayer Meeting in the Seminary.
Death
We are deeply sorry to note the passing of our elder George Maciver on 27th November. George will be greatly missed. He was a much loved family man, a highly respected businessman and a very faithful Christian and elder.
We extend our sincere, prayerful sympathy to his widow Maggie Mary, son Iain George and his wife Joan; daughters Catherine, Gena, and Margo and their respective husbands Norman, Alasdair and Paul; the grandchildren John, Matthew, Sophie, Martin, Alex, Abigail, Dan & Lottie; the great grandchildren George, Christina and Max, as well as George’s remaining siblings Calum Dan, Seordag, and Murdina, along with all those in the wider family circle. We pray that God will comfort them all in their sore loss.
Services next Sunday – 12th December
11.00am English Service (Church): Rev James Maciver
11.00am Gaelic Service (Seminary): Rev Donald A. Macdonald
6.30pm English Service (Church): Mr Scott Macleod
Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF)
Following an interesting and informative meeting on Wednesday 1st December with Andy Martin of Mission Aviation Fellowship, anyone wishing to donate to their work should leave their contribution in an envelope marked ‘MAF’ in the collection plate in the church or the Seminary. If donating by cheque, please make it payable to Stornoway Free Church.
More information about the work of MAF can be found on their website:
Return of 2021 Freewill Offering Envelopes.
For those who are unable to attend services of worship, an opportunity is given to return their remaining 2021 Freewill Offering Envelopes to the Rev M A Macleod Memorial Hall on Saturday 11th December between 2.00 and 4.00pm
If you wish to take advantage of this opportunity you should come along during those times or arrange for a family member or a friend to deliver the envelopes on your behalf. You can also contact your district elder or deacon and arrange a time for one of them to collect the envelopes from your home.
Saturday 11th December 12.00pm-2.00pm – WFM Christmas Bake Sale
The M.A. Hall will be open on Friday from 2.00pm – 3.30pm, and on Saturday from 10.00am to receive donations of the following:
Baking, crumbles, puddings, mincemeat pies, jams, chutneys, and marmalades (no items with fresh cream). Knitting, handmade cards and crafts also appreciated. All baked items to be boxed or packaged and labelled with list of ingredients prior to being taken to the hall to comply with new regulations.
The Cross WFM Group has arranged for a CD of seven Christian songs to be recorded by Isabel Macleod, Carloway, to raise funds for Women for Mission. There are two Christmas songs on the CD making it an ideal Christmas gift.
To order a CD please either email Isabel on [email protected] or text/phone her on 07747392444.
The CD costs £6 and it can be paid in cash or by bank transfer.
Please order by 15th December for delivery before Christmas.
Some CDs will be available at the Bake Sale on 11th December in the M. A. Hall, or by contacting Donna Maciver on 07810 386774 or email her on [email protected]
Saturday 11th December 3.00pm – Street Pastors Outdoor Carol Service
Everyone is welcome to join the Street Pastors accompanied by the Salvation Army Band in Perceval Square.
Saturday 11th December 7.30pm – Christmas Praise Night in Town Hall
The High Free Church invite everyone to join them. There will be a collection at the door for Western Isles Women’s Aid. Donations of toiletries and small items to set up a first home will also be welcome. Face masks must be worn.
Praying for One Another in the Free Church - This week please remember:
Poolewe & Aultbea - Minister: Dan Paterson
Our first prayer point is a note of thanksgiving. We have been blessed with a renewed children's ministry, woman's ministry, mid-week gathering, and a strong desire to be together sharing God's word.
Please pray for those who are new to our church. As such, we are asking God to continue raising up volunteers and leaders. As we live amongst the community, we pray he will use our friendships to reach our neighbours and colleagues.
Greenock - Minister: Vacant – Interim Moderator: Andy Longwe
Give thanks to God for the congregation in Greenock. We are back in the building for Sunday morning services and midweek prayer meetings.
Our big prayer request is that God would provide a minister of the Gospel to come and labour among us.
