Shaun Libby

Vacancy related matters
At its meeting on Monday 26^th August, the Kirk Session discussed the feedback received regarding the composition of the Vacancy Committee which was appointed on 15^th 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 18^th 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. 

Posted in Bulletin; Posted 7 months ago by Shaun Libby

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

Sermon Text: John 20: 19-31
Sermon Title: Doubts Dispersed at Christ’s Appearing

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

Searmon: Eabhruidheach 4: 14
Tiotal: Tiodhlac Dhè agus Dleasdanas an Duine

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

Sermon Text: Acts 1: 12-26
Sermon Title: A Faithful Fellowship

Posted 7 months ago by Shaun Libby

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 14^th 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.

Posted 7 months ago by Shaun Libby

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

Sermon Text: Luke 15: 11-24
Sermon Title: The Invitation To Come

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

Searmon: 1 Rìgh 19: 7-8
Tiotal: Neartachadh airson Ath-choisrigeadh

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

Sermon Text: Matthew 20: 16-20
Sermon Title: The Commission to Go

Posted 7 months ago by Shaun Libby

Sunday 1st September – Back to Church Sunday
This is an opportunity to invite anyone, family, friends, neighbours, work colleagues etc, to come and join us at our Sunday services.

Invitation cards for sharing are available at the doors of the church and Seminary. Sunday 1^st September also coincides with the new Sunday school terms starting and is an ideal time to invite families along. Everyone is welcome, whether they have been to church in the past or have never been at all. There will be a Gaelic service in the Seminary at 11.00am.

Posted 7 months ago by Shaun Libby

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

Sermon Text: John 17: 1 - Title: What Is Jesus Doing Right Now?
Communion

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

Searmon: Sermon details to come
Tiotal: Sermon details to come

6.30pm English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Murdo Campbell and live on YouTube (Channel name – Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: 2 Kings 7: 3
Sermon Title: Why Are We Sitting Here Until We Die?

Posted 7 months ago by Shaun Libby

Services - Friday 23^rd August 2024

7.30pm Gaelic Service (Seminary) conducted by Rev Callum Macleod and live on YouTube (Channel name - Free Church Seminary Stornoway)

Searmon: Micah 7: 18-20   
Tiotal: Creidimh agus a Cuimhneachadh air Prìseileachd Dhè

7.30pm English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Murdo Campbell and live on YouTube (Channel name – Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: Ephesians 1: 3
Sermon Title: All the Blessings

Services - Saturday 24th August 2024

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

Searmon: Zephaniah 3: 14-18   
Tiotal: Creidimh agus a Cuimhneachadh air Prìseileachd a Chrìosdaidh

7.00pm English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Murdo Campbell and live on YouTube (Channel name – Stornoway Free Church)

Sermon Text: Psalm 116: 13
Sermon Title: Four Cups – One Christ

Posted 7 months ago by Shaun Libby

Please click here to view the Brochure for the Ministry for Women Conference taking place in Back Free Church Hall on Saturday, 21st September 2024.

Posted 8 months ago by Shaun Libby

Precept Scotland – Bible Study Training 6^th – 7^th 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.

Posted in Bulletin; Posted 8 months ago by Shaun Libby

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

Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2: 11-12
Sermon Title: Back to Work

11.00am Gaelic Service (Seminary) conducted by Mr Murdo Martin and live on YouTube (Channel name - Free Church Seminary Stornoway)

Searmon: Romanaich 1: 7
Tiotal: Gràdh agus Gairm agus Naoimh Dhè

Posted 8 months ago by Shaun Libby