Notices - Sunday 8th September
Creche: 11.00am in the upper hall for children up to age 3.
Volunteers Today: Annette, Kathleen, Anne Mackenzie and Tina.
Volunteers 15th September: Elaine, Christine, Chris, Annmarie and Helena.
Tweenies in the main hall for children aged 3-5.
Volunteers today: ChrissAnne, Angela and Eilidh.
Volunteers 15th September: Elizabeth, Alison and Aileen.
Tweenies, Sunday School, and Bible Class arrive in church at 11.00 with family, then leave through the side door nearest the hall after children’s address.
Everyone is welcome to the M. A. Hall after the morning service for a time of fellowship.
Tea and coffee will be served by Murdo and Kathetta.
Youth Fellowship meets tonight after the evening service in the upper M.A. Hall
Monday 9th September from 1.00pm to 3.00pm – Toddler Group meets in the M.A. Hall.
Monday 9th September 7.00pm – Deacons’ Court meet in the Kenneth Street Session room.
Tuesday 10th September at 7.30pm – Stornoway WfM Annual General Meeting in the M. A. Hall. All ladies are welcome.
Wednesday 11th September at 7.30pm – English Prayer Meeting in the Seminary led by Rev Kenneth I. Macleod.
Thursday 12th September at 7.30pm – Gaelic Prayer Meeting in the Seminary led by Mr Murdo Martin.
Thursday 12th September – Explorers meet in M.A. Hall:
6.00pm - 7.00pm: P1- P3
7.00pm - 8.15pm: P4 - P7
Thursday 12th September from 7.15pm to 8.15pm – Exploring Life’s Big Questions at the M. A. Hall.
This is an opportunity to discuss questions in a relaxed and informal setting. The current study is called ‘Hope Explored’. You are very welcome to come along. Please do invite others, even if you won’t be attending yourself, and use the leaflets available at the door as a way of spreading the word.
Friday 13th September from 2.30pm 55+ Fellowship meets in the M. A. Hall.
We hope to have Allan Mackenzie (Free Church Continuing) with us as our guest speaker and Ali “Moley” Macleod to lead the singing.
For those of you who have not managed to attend our meetings yet, it would be a great pleasure to see you coming along - you will be made most welcome. Please come and enjoy an afternoon of fellowship. Those of you who are regular attenders, please continue to come along and bring a friend with you.
If you need transport to and from the meeting, please contact Duncan on one of the following numbers: 01851 860 418 or 07787973802.
Saturday 14th September at 10.00am
ETS Saturday Course Lectures live link in the upper M.A. Hall.
Saturday 14th September at 7.30pm – English Prayer Meeting in the Seminary.
Lord’s Day 15th September at 9.00am – Ladies Prayer Meeting on Zoom.
Services next Lord’s Day – 15th September
11.00am – Gaelic Service (Seminary) conducted by Rev D. A. Macdonald.
11.00am – English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Calum M. Smith.
6.30pm – English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Calum M. Smith.
Sunday School Registration:
Please Note: Completion of this form is required each year to ensure
that the details we hold are up to date.
As Sunday School has now started again, parents who have children attending Sunday school should scan the QR code, which will take you directly to the registration form to complete and submit it.
Alternatively, you can contact Ian Murdo Macleod, and he will help you through the registration process.
Ian's contact details are:
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07887 722269
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.
Ordination and Induction
The ordination and induction of Rev David Ferguson to the congregation of North Uist, Grimsay and Berneray, is due to take place at 11.00am on Saturday 14th September at North Uist Free Church, Carinish, North Uist, to which all are cordially invited.
There will be a reception afterwards in the church hall.
Could any one intending to attend the induction please let Rev Calum M. Smith know so that the North Uist congregation have an idea of numbers to cater for.
Use of Defibrillators in Medical Emergencies.
As a congregation we are greatly indebted for the instinctive response that’s always given when medical emergencies arise by those present with medical and First-Aid experience.
In recent years having access to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) has increased the survival rate of someone suffering a cardiac arrest.
The Deacons’ Court is keen to know of any in the congregation who is familiar with AED’s and also of anyone who would be interested in attending CPR and AED training sessions.
To register your interest, please contact Mairianne on 703860 or by email to [email protected], or speak to any of the office-bearers.
Interim Moderator: Rev Colin Macleod – 820317 [email protected]
Assistant Minister: Rev Calum M. Smith – 701503 [email protected]
Safeguarding Officer: Mr Ian Maciver - [email protected]
Scottish Charity Number: SC011447
Schedule of Communion Services – 12th to 15th September 2024
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Scalpay Free Church |
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Thursday 12th September |
7.00pm |
English |
Rev Paul Murray |
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Friday 13th September |
12.00 noon |
Gaelic |
Rev Paul Murray |
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7.00pm |
English |
Rev Ewen Matheson |
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Saturday 14th September |
8.30am |
Prayer Meeting |
Elder led |
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12.00 noon |
English |
Rev Ewen Matheson |
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6.00pm |
Prayer Meeting |
Bi-lingual – Elder led |
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Lord’s Day 15th September |
8.30am |
Prayer Meeting |
Elder led |
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12 noon |
English |
Rev Ewen Matheson |
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6.00pm |
English |
Rev Paul Murray |
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There will be a short prayer meeting after the Sabbath evening service. |
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Barvas Free Church |
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Friday 13th September |
7.30pm |
English |
Prof John A Macleod |
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Saturday 14th September |
6.00pm |
English |
Prof John A Macleod |
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Lord’s Day 15th September |
11.00am |
English |
Prof John A Macleod |
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6.00pm |
English |
Prof John A Macleod |
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There will be a fellowship meeting in the hall after the Sabbath evening service. |
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Edinburgh Theological Seminary – Saturday Courses
Lectures in 2024/2025
- David Nixon: Unashamedly Christian
- Zachary Purvis: The Parables of Jesus: What Are They and Why Are They So Misunderstood?
- Daniel Sladek: “Bizarre Food” or Spiritual Feast? Understanding Leviticus
Who is the Saturday Course for?
The Saturday Courses, which may be completed with or without essays, are of great benefit to anyone who has a longing to dig deeper into the gospel.
They are also intended for office-bearers – to encourage them to learn how to approach theological, biblical, historical and pastoral issues and thus to develop a greater study of the word of God.
No prior qualifications are necessary – everyone is welcome.
The following awards are available in these courses:
Certificate in Theology
To qualify for a Certificate in Theology, the student is required to submit six essays (normally up to three essays each year).
Diploma in Christian Studies
This is a further course for those who have already gained their Certificate in Theology. To qualify for the Diploma in Christian Studies, the student is required to submit a further six essays (normally up to three essays each year).
And it does not stop there: for every six essays thereafter, a Diploma in Further Christian Studies will be awarded. Indeed, we have people who have been doing the course for 19 years!
When will the lectures take place?
In 2024/2025, the lectures will be delivered one Saturday a month on the following dates:
2024: 14 September, 5 October, 2 November, 7 December
2025: 11 January, 8 February, 8 March, 12 April
The lectures will be delivered from the Chalmers Hall at ETS with a link to the M.A. Hall in Stornoway. Once you register, you are welcome to attend in person at the upper M.A. Hall.
Refreshments will be available but bring your own lunch.
For more information and registration fees, email [email protected] or phone 0131 376 3148.
