Shaun Libby

Christian Institute Week of Prayer

Sunday 28^th April – Our Leaders

Christians are commanded to pray “…for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.”

1 Timothy 2:2

Monday 29^th April – Society

Christians must resist the secular thinking on moral issues that is corrupting society. “…let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.”

Matthew 5:16

Tuesday 30^th April – Sanctity of Life

Human life is precious because we are made in the image of God. “… your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.”

Psalm 139:16

Wednesday 1^st May – Schools

Schools are under constant pressure to promote LGBT ideology. “Jesus said, ‘Let little children come to me, and do not hinder them’.”

Matthew 19:14

Thursday 2^nd May – Free Speech

Gospel freedom and free speech are being undermined by the liberal idea that everyone has the right not to be offended. “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness.”

1 Peter 3:15

Friday 3^rd May – ‘Conversion Therapy’ Laws

LGBT activists want to outlaw calls to repent. This would outlaw the Gospel. “God commands all people everywhere to repent”

Acts 17:30

Saturday 4^th May – The Christian Institute

We treasure your prayers for us. “…pray for us that the message of the Lord may spread rapidly and be honoured.”

2 Thessalonians 3:1

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11.00am English Service (Church) conducted by Rev James Maciver and live on YouTube (Channel name - Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: 2 Samuel 6: 11
Sermon Title: A Blessed Household

11.00am Gaelic Service (Seminary) conducted by Rev Kenneth Ferguson and live on YouTube (Channel name - Free Church Seminary Stornoway)

6.30pm English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Calum M. Smith and live on YouTube (Channel name - Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: John14: 5-6
Sermon Title: Jesus is the Answer, but What’s the Question?

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Church Equipping Event with Prospects Across Scotland
Prospects Across Scotland exists to encourage, inspire and resource churches to welcome people with learning disabilities and autism and tell them about Jesus. Our congregation have invited Hilary Lacroix, Mission Development Coordinator, to deliver some training around this topic on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th May. 

There will be two separate sessions as follows:

Friday 10th May, 7:30-9.00pm, ‘Autism and the church’ - particularly suitable for children’s work and youth work volunteers, parents and young people.

Saturday 11th May, 10:30am-12:30pm, ‘Introduction to Learning Disabilities’ - open invitation to all.

You are warmly invited along.

For more information - https://www.prospectsacrossscotland.org.uk

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11.00am English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Calum M. Smith and live on YouTube (Channel name - Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: Isaiah 55: 6-13
Sermon Title: Seek the Lord

11.00am Gaelic Service (Seminary) conducted by Rev James Maciver and live on YouTube (Channel name - Free Church Seminary Stornoway)

Searmon: Obadiah 1: 21    
Tiotal: Bithidh an Rìoghachd leis an Tighearna

6.30pm English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Calum M. Smith and live on YouTube (Channel name - Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: Hebrews 13: 5-6
Sermon Title: The Lord Will Never Leave Us

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Friday 19^th April from 2.30pm to 4.00pm – 55+ Fellowship in the M.A. Hall.
The speaker will be Roddy Cunningham and the singing will be led by Donald ‘Speedy’ Macleod, Point.

Come along and enjoy an afternoon of fellowship, you will all be made most welcome.  If you need transport to or from the event, please contact Duncan Norman using one of the contact numbers below:

Mobile: 07787 973802 or Landline: 01851 860418.

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11.00am English Service (Church) conducted by Rev James Maciver and live on YouTube (Channel name - Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: Deuteronomy 11: 18-21
Sermon Title: God’s Truth at the Heart of Family Life
Baptism

6.30pm English Service (Church) conducted by Rev James Maciver and live on YouTube (Channel name - Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: Hebrews 11: 5-6
Sermon Title: Walking With God

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Hejce English Bible Camp 2024
We are looking for volunteers to assist with this year's English Bible Camp in Hejce, Hungary. The camp dates are 20-27th July. The main duties will involve helping with English lessons, Bible studies, games and devotions.

The camp is for Hungarian teenagers and is jointly led by a team from Hungary and the UK team. The camp has run for over 40 years in its current format and has been richly blessed by God during this time. No previous experience is required. Our only requirements are that volunteers should be Christians in good standing in their own congregation and aged 18+. 

For further information or expressions of interest please contact Alasdair Macleod (Ally Garyvard) on 07774 060570 or email [email protected]

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11.00am English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Kenneth I. Macleod and live on YouTube (Channel name - Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: Acts 9 and 16
Sermon Title: Persecutor Turned Preacher and Two Converts

11.00am Gaelic Service (Seminary) conducted by Rev James Maciver and live on YouTube (Channel name - Free Church Seminary Stornoway)

Searmon: Eabhraidheach 4: 8-11
Tiotal: Fois fa Chomhair Sluaigh Dhè

6.30pm English Service (Church) conducted by Rev James Maciver and live on YouTube (Channel name - Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: Exodus 20: 18-21
Sermon Title: An Appeal for a Mediator

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Solas Visit
Solas are making a return trip to Lewis on 19^th - 21st April. On Friday 19th April there will be two youth-focused events in Stornoway (details to follow).

On Saturday 20th April two events are scheduled: Back congregation are hosting a Confident Christianity event in their church hall at 2pm and an evening event is being hosted by the High Free Church in Sandwick Hall at 7.30pm.

On Sunday 21st April the Solas speakers will preach at the Back & Point services in the morning services and in the evening at the High Free and North Harris services.

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11.00am English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Calum M. Smith and live on YouTube (Channel name - Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Intro – The Road to Emmaus
Reading: Luke 24: 13-24
Part 1: Doubting
Reading: Luke 24: 25-31
Part 2: Searching
Reading: Luke 24: 32-35
Part 3: Believing

11.00am Gaelic Service (Seminary) conducted by James Macdonald and live on YouTube (Channel name - Free Church Seminary Stornoway)
Searmon: Mata 28: 6
Tiotal: Cinnte agus Cuireadh na Fìrinn

6.30pm English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Calum M. Smith and live on YouTube (Channel name - Stornoway Free Church)
Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 1: 18
Sermon Title: The Cross – Foolishness or Power?

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