Lewis War Memorial Centenery
Lewis War Memorial Centenary
The public are warmly invited to attend a special service which will be held at 12.00pm on Saturday 21st September to mark 100 years since the unveiling of the Lewis War Memorial.
Rev William Heenan from St Columba’s Church, Stornoway, will take the service at the memorial which will also feature laying of wreaths on behalf of the community by HM Lord Lieutenant, Iain Macaulay, and Comhairle Convenor, Kenny Macleod.
Comhairle Convenor, Kenny Macleod, said:
“It is important that we mark important events in our history, such as the centenary of the Lewis War Memorial. The service on 21st September will give us all an opportunity to gather to reflect and to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice serving our country. I would encourage all in our communities to attend this special service.”
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Notices - Sunday 15th September
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
Wednesday 18th September at 7.30pm in the Seminary
As the participation of the whole congregation is encouraged as we begin the process of filling the vacancy, we hope that as many as possible will attend the Congregational Meeting.
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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: 2 Corinthians 1: 3-4
Sermon Title: The God of All Comfort
11.00am Gaelic Service (Seminary) conducted by Rev D.A. Macdonald
and live on YouTube (Channel name - Free Church Seminary Stornoway)
Searmon: Mata 8: 2 “Agus feuch thàinig Lobhar”
Tiotal: Ghlan Iosa an Lobhar
6.30pm English Service (Church) conducted by Rev Calum M. Smith
and live on YouTube (Channel name – Stornoway Free Church)
Sermon Text: Deuteronomy 10: 1-22
Sermon Title: Soft or Hard Hearts
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Alcoholics Anonymous - Public Meeting - Friday 13th September
We would like to invite you to our public meeting on Friday 13th September in St Columba’s Church Hall, Stornoway (7.30pm for 8.00pm.)
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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.
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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
Notices - Sunday 1st September
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.
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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: 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
Notices - Sunday 25th August
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 1st 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.
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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?
