Intimations12 February 2012
WELCOME TO AYR: ST. COLUMBA CHURCH - If you are joining us as a visitor this morning, we extend to you a very warm welcome! Here at St Columba we often talk of ourselves as being a family - now at times we can be dysfunctional because we are human. But we are a loving family. A strong family. A family of faith. And we are always on the lookout for new members to come and share with us on our journey into God. We lay great store in our belief that the Church should be a community of people trying to live and treat each other the way Jesus lived and treated people. Sometimes we get it right, at other times we fail, but we go on deepening our relationship with Christ and with each other in worship, fellowship, sharing fun and laughter, service in our community and enjoying the talents each other has to offer. We welcome the family of Craig who will be baptised at the 11.15 Service. AT THE DOORS TO WELCOME YOU TODAY: Team 7: Mr. Keith Fullerton, Mrs. Irene Bartholomew, Mr. Norman Reid, Mr. Donald Macrae, Mrs Meriel Conn, Mrs. Heather Fullerton, Mr. Charlie Jack, Mrs. Christina Kennedy, Mr. Terry Swinn, Mr. Hugh Brown, Mr. Bob Templeton and Mr. Peter G. Macdonald MINISTRY OF FLOWERS: The flowers, which adorn the Sanctuary this week, have been given to the Glory of God by Ms Shona Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Terry Swinn, Mrs. Fiona Boyd and in memory of Mrs. Janet Burgess SUNDAY 19 February 2012
20s IN THE PEWS: The recipient of the 20's in the Pews for 2012 will be The Douglas Grant Rehabilitation Unit for Spinal Injuries at Irvine Central Hospital. The Collection for January is £132.46 LIFE & WORK: Pre-ordered copies of the February edition are available for uplifting at the main door of the Church. There are extra copies available at both doors priced £1.80. TRUSTEES/ELDERS are asked to uplift their copy of the Accounts and Budget ahead of the Trustee Meeting on Tuesday 28th February from their pigeonholes or from the Session Room - today. THE MONDAY CLUB: meets in the Midton Road Hall on Monday 13th February, our Speaker Mr. Iain C.M. Brown, L.V.CH.C,G.S.S.R, a well know local Chiropodist will give a talk on the benefits of Reflexology. A good turnout of members would be appreciated. MONDAY CLUB FASHION SHOW: The Monday Club will host a Fashion Show, by Hourstons of Ayr, on Monday 27 February 2012 at 7.30 p.m. Tea, coffee & traybakes will be served after the show. Tickets priced £5:00 will be on sale after both services today. All proceeds will be donated to our chosen charities DIAMOND JUBILEE GARDEN PARTY to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of HM The Queen, will be held on Sunday 3rd June at Enterkine House Hotel following the 11.15am Service. Two course lunch and a glass of wine - Tickets priced £20.00 will be on sale shortly. All are welcome. PARENT & TODDLERS: due to School holidays there will be no meeting on Monday and Tuesday of this week. MEN'S ASSOCIATION: Tomorrow evening Monday 13th our Guest speaker will be Jim McCreadie who will tell us about "The Graf Spee" and its exploits off the east coast of South America. All members old and new will be warmly welcomed. MEMBERS and FRIENDS IN HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK INCLUDES:
The funeral service of Miss Helen Ford of Midton Road will take place tomorrow, Monday at Masonhill at 10.30 am. Our sincerest sympathy is extended to her sister in law, Margaret and the family. The service of Thanksgiving for Mrs. Evelyn Rodger of Temple House, Mossblown will take place in the Church on Friday 17th February at 11.00am, followed by the Committal at Masonhill at 12 noon. We extend our warm sympathy to her husband, Bill. The Service of Thanksgiving for the Life of Mrs Yvonne Williamson of Cluny Lodge, Edinburgh, and formerly of The Loaning, Alloway, will be held at Masonhill next Saturday, 18th February, at 10.30am.. We remember her daughters, Liz and Margaret, and the family in our prayers today. Our sympathy and support are extended to the family of Miss Elizabeth Howie of South Lodge Court, whose funeral service was held on Thursday. 5 February 2012
WELCOME TO AYR: ST. COLUMBA CHURCH - If you are joining us as a visitor this morning, we extend to you a very warm welcome! Here at St Columba we often talk of ourselves as being a family - now at times we can be dysfunctional because we are human. But we are a loving family; a strong family; a family of faith. And we are always on the lookout for new members to come and share with us on our journey into God. We lay great store in our belief that the Church should be a community of people trying to live and treat each other the way Jesus lived and treated people. Sometimes we get it right, at other times we fail, but we go on deepening our relationship with Christ and with each other in worship, fellowship, sharing fun and laughter, service in our community and enjoying the talents each other has to offer. AT THE DOORS TO WELCOME YOU TODAY: Team 6: Mr. Bill McCulloch, Edna Gemmell, Mr. Michael Whiteford, Mrs. Fiona Taylor, Mr. Jim Hume, Mr. Alex. Connell, Mrs. Margaret Loudon, Dr. Ruairidh Bain, Miss Kelly Murdoch, Mr. Tom Rodger, Mrs. Jane Hunter and Mr. Jim W. Brown MINISTRY OF FLOWERS: The flowers, which adorn the Sanctuary this week, have been given to the Glory of God by Mrs. Jean Johnston, Mrs. Margaret Johnston and Revd. Fraser R. Aitken. SUNDAY 12 February 2012 20s IN THE PEWS: The recipient of the 20's in the Pews for 2012 will be The Douglas Grant Rehabilitation Unit for Spinal Injuries at Irvine Central Hospital. The Collection for January is £132.46 LIFE & WORK: Pre-ordered copies of the February edition are available for uplifting at the main door of the Church. There are extra copies available at both doors priced £1.80. THE GUILD: meets tomorrow, at 2pm in the Midton Road Hall when Mr. Ronnie Russell will entertain. His programme is called "Laughter Lines" and there promises to be much laughter while he sketches for us. Any ladies in the congregation who cannot attend evening meetings will be most welcome to come along tomorrow afternoon. HOSPITALITY: The Burns' Supper will be held on Saturday 11th February in Cathcart St. Hall. It is essential that you collect and pay for your ticket today Sunday 5th February. Failure to do so will result in tickets being resold. Anyone still wishing to attend the Burns' Supper please call the Office after 10am on Monday when returned tickets will be on sale The February meeting of the Supper Club has been cancelled. DIAMOND JUBILEE GARDEN PARTY to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of HM The Queen, will be held on Sunday 3rd June at Enterkine House Hotel following the 11.15am Service. Two course lunch and a glass of wine - Tickets priced £20.00 will be on sale shortly. All are welcome. MEMBERS and FRIENDS IN HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK INCLUDES: Mrs. Winnie Alexander is now resident in Windyhall Care Home. CONGRATULATIONS to a former Assistant the Revd. Scott Crawford, of New Orleans who became engaged this past week to Miss Holly Hayes. The funeral service for Mrs Olive Otterson of Caledonia Road who passed away last Tuesday, will be held on Tuesday first, 7th February, at Masonhill at 10.30am. Our warmest thoughts and prayers are extended to her daughter, Janette, and all the family. 29 January 2012
WELCOME TO AYR: ST. COLUMBA CHURCH - If you are joining us as a visitor this morning, we extend to you a very warm welcome! Here at St Columba we often talk of ourselves as being a family - now at times we can be dysfunctional because we are human. But we are a loving family. A strong family. A family of faith. And we are always on the lookout for new members to come and share with us on our journey into God. We lay great store in our belief that the Church should be a community of people trying to live and treat each other the way Jesus lived and treated people. Sometimes we get it right, at other times we fail, but we go on deepening our relationship with Christ and with each other in worship, fellowship, sharing fun and laughter, service in our community and enjoying the talents each other has to offer. ALL are welcome at the Table of our Lord. Unfermented wine is available in the centre of every tray.There will be a Retiring Offering today for Lochside Church AT THE DOORS TO WELCOME YOU TODAY: MINISTRY OF FLOWERS: The flowers, which adorn the Sanctuary this week, have been given to the Glory of God by Mrs. Joyce Kennedy SUNDAY 5 February 2012 20s IN THE PEWS: The collection in December for The Ayr Stroke Club was £96.09. The recipient of the 20's in the Pews for 2012 will be announced shortly. LIFE & WORK: Pre-ordered copies of the January edition are available for uplifting at the main door of the Church. There are extra copies available at both doors priced £1.80. THE MONDAY CLUB: meets at 7.45 p.m. on Monday 30th January in the Midton Road Hall, when our speaker will be Margaret McBride a volunteer with Mary's Meals, who will give a talk and presentation on the charitable work they do with almost 504,000 children all over the world, providing a meal and education. A good turnout of members would be appreciated. THE MEN'S ASSOCIATION: at tomorrow evening's meeting, Edwin Lawrence's talk is "All the Fun of the Fair", highlighting his experiences as a member of a Fairground family. A warm welcome is extended to any new members. HOSPITALITY: The Burns' Supper will be held on Saturday 11th February in Cathcart St. Hall. There are only a few tickets left. It is essential that you collect and pay for your ticket BEFORE Sunday 5th February. Failure to do so will result in tickets being resold. MEMBERS and FRIENDS IN HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK INCLUDES: Our warmest sympathy and support are extended to Mr and Mrs Graeme McKinstry and the family of Blackburn Road, on the passing of Graeme's mother, Marion. The service of thanksgiving for her life will be held at Masonhill on Tuesday first, 31st January, at 9.45 am 22 January 2012
WELCOME TO AYR: ST. COLUMBA CHURCH - If you are joining us as a visitor this morning, we extend to you a very warm welcome! Here at St Columba we often talk of ourselves as being a family at times we can be dysfunctional because we are human. But we are a loving family, a strong family, a family of faith and we are always on the lookout for new members to come and share with us on our journey into God. We lay great store in our belief that the Church should be a community of people trying to live and treat each other the way Jesus lived and treated people. Sometimes we get it right, at other times we fail, but we go on deepening our relationship with Christ and with each other in worship, fellowship, sharing fun and laughter, service in our community and enjoying the talents each other has to offer. AT THE DOORS TO WELCOME YOU TODAY: Team 2: Mr. Graeme McKinstry, Mrs. Jean Watson, Mrs. Jo Bruce, Mr. Alec Morton, Mrs. Helen Greig , Mrs. Diana Savala, Mrs. Margaret McLeish, Mr. Tony Greig, Mr. Alan McKinlay, Mr. Jim Watson, Mr. Duncan McCallum and Mr. John Eaglesham MINISTRY OF FLOWERS: The flowers, which adorn the Sanctuary this week, have been given to the Glory of God by Mrs. Cathie Wilson and The Youngers SUNDAY 29 January 2012 SERVICES OF HOLY COMMUNION The Wednesday service of HOLY COMMUNION will be celebrated here in the Church on Wednesday 25 January, at 2.00p.m., followed by tea in the Session Room. Everyone is most warmly invited. 20s IN THE PEWS: The collection in December for The Ayr Stroke Club was £96.09. The recipient of the 20's in the Pews for 2012 will be announced shortly. LIFE & WORK: Pre-ordered copies of the January edition are available for uplifting at the main door of the Church. There are extra copies available at both doors priced £1.80. ELDERS - COMMUNION DUTY: PLEASE check the duty list in the glass cabinet -TODAY- and indicate availability. COMMUNION DUTY TRAINING: there will be a training session, today at 12.30pm, for all newly ordained elders on the duties to be undertaken during the Service of Holy Communion. Any member of the Kirk Session is welcome to attend. THE GUILD: meets tomorrow, at 7.30pm in Midton Road Hall. The speaker is Ms Sheena Andrew, who will tell us about "Auld Ayr". This is sure to be a very interesting and enjoyable evening. HOSPITALITY: The Burns' Supper will be held on Saturday 11th February in Cathcart St. Hall - tickets available from today and must be purchased, collected and paid by Sunday 5th February. Tickets are priced £15 for four courses … pleases B.Y.O.B. and glass! The February Supper Club has been cancelled. COLUMBA NEWS: Material for the February edition should be with the editor by today. Please email to editor.columbanews@gmail.com MEMBERS and FRIENDS IN HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK INCLUDES: Mr. Walter McConnachie is now resident in Dundonald House, Dundonald The funeral service for Mrs. Nancy Parker of Armour Drive, Ayr took place at Masonhill on Friday. Our warmest thoughts and support are extended to her son, James. The funeral service for Mr. Paul Hayes of Citadel Place whose body was found on Newton Shore on Hogmanay will be held at Masonhill on Tuesday afternoon at 2.00pm. We extend our sincerest sympathy to his father Andrew and the family in Kilmarnock. The service of Thanksgiving for the life of Mrs. Muriel Percy who died last week will be held here in the Church on Thursday at 2.00pm, followed by committal at Masonhill. We remember Douglas, Caroline, Stuart and her sister, Sandra, in our prayers. We extend our warm support and prayers to Mr. & Mrs Angus Hunter and the family of Coylton on the death of Linda's father, Jim. The funeral took place last week. The funeral service for Mrs. Margaret Wagstaff of Thorneyflat Road who died on Thursday will be held next Friday at 11.15 at Masonhill. We remember her family in our prayers. 15 January 2012
WELCOME TO AYR: ST. COLUMBA CHURCH - If you are joining us as a visitor this morning, we extend to you a very warm welcome! Here at St Columba we often talk of ourselves as being a family - now at times we can be dysfunctional because we are human. But we are a loving family. A strong family. A family of faith. And we are always on the lookout for new members to come and share with us on our journey into God. We lay great store in our belief that the Church should be a community of people trying to live and treat each other the way Jesus lived and treated people. Sometimes we get it right, at other times we fail, but we go on deepening our relationship with Christ and with each other in worship, fellowship, sharing fun and laughter, service in our community and enjoying the talents each other has to offer. AT THE DOORS TO WELCOME YOU TODAY: Team 1: Mr. Bob Cowan, Mr. Jim Brodie, Mr. Malcolm Mackay, Mr. Ronnie Gow, Mrs Helen Mackay, Dr. Helen Hunter, Mrs. Carol Morrison, Mrs. Ann Vance, Dr. David Martin, Mr. Jim Younger, Mrs. Margaret Grier and Mr. Brian Morrison MINISTRY OF FLOWERS: The flowers, which adorn the Sanctuary this week, have been given to the Glory of God by Miss Sheena Struthers SUNDAY 22 January 2012 20s IN THE PEWS: The collection in December for The Ayr Stroke Club was £96.09. The recipient of the 20's in the Pews will be announced shortly. LIFE & WORK: Pre-ordered copies of the January edition are available for uplifting at the main door of the Church. There are extra copies available at both doors priced £1.80. CLERK'S COMMITTEE MEETING: there will be a meeting of the Convenors on Tuesday 17th January at 7.30 pm at the Manse. COMMUNION DUTY TRAINING: there is a proposal to hold a training session, on Sunday 22nd January at 12.30pm, for all newly ordained elders on the duties to be undertaken during the Service of Holy Communion. Any member of the Kirk Session is welcome to attend. BOYS' BRIGADE/ANCHOR BOYS/JUNIOR SECTION: the number of boys has fallen dramatically in recent years due to lack of new recruits. The Company would welcome boys between the ages of 6 and 11. The boys meet on Tuesday evenings in the Midton hall from 6.30pm to 8pm. Why not come along and give it a try? Contact: Keith Fullerton 07788651221 and George Park 07792873263 THE FLOWER CALENDAR for 2012 is now on the Carrick Park Notice Board. If you would like to donate flowers to adorn the sanctuary to mark a special occasion or anniversary or in memory of a loved one, please add your name and telephone number at the appropriate date. We are so grateful to everyone in our congregation who gives generously to this. The recipients of the flowers are always very appreciative. FLOWER TEAM MEETING: The next meeting of the Flower Team will be held on Wednesday 18th January at 7.30 in the Carrick Room, when we will make up the Rota until Easter. Please come along with your diary! If you are unable to attend please phone Anne Swan on 442584 or email anne@uglyduckling.demon.co.uk. HOSPITALITY: The Burns' Supper will be held on Saturday 11th February in Cathcart St. Hall - tickets available from Sunday 22nd January. The February Supper Club has been cancelled. THE MEN'S ASSOCIATION: Members are reminded that tomorrow evening, Monday 16th we are invited to join with the Monday Club. A good turnout of members would be much appreciated. THE MONDAY CLUB: meets on Monday 16th January at 7.45 p.m. in the Midton Road Hall, when our Speaker will be the Rev. Scott Rae, M.B.E. B.D., CPS, who will give a talk on 25 Years at Sea. We also have the Men's Association as our guest that evening, and we look forward to a very entertaining evening. COLUMBA NEWS: Material for the February edition should be with the editor by, Sunday, 22nd January. All articles should be emailed to the editor at editor.columbanews@gmail.com MEMBERS and FRIENDS IN HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK INCLUDES: Our warmest sympathy and support are extended to Captain and Mrs Stuart Hill and the family of Glenalla Crescent, Doonbank, on the death of Stuart's father, Peter, in Glenfairn Care Home. The funeral service took place at Masonhill on Friday 8 January 2012
WELCOME TO AYR: ST. COLUMBA CHURCH - If you are joining us as a visitor this morning, we extend to you a very warm welcome! Here at St Columba we often talk of ourselves as being a family -now at times we can be dysfunctional because we are human. But we are a loving family. A strong family. A family of faith. And we are always on the lookout for new members to come and share with us on our journey into God. We lay great store in our belief that the Church should be a community of people trying to live and treat each other the way Jesus lived and treated people. Sometimes we get it right, at other times we fail, but we go on deepening our relationship with Christ and with each other in worship, fellowship, sharing fun and laughter, service in our community and enjoying the talents each other has to offer. AT THE DOORS TO WELCOME YOU TODAY: Team 12: Mr. Drummond Cameron, Mrs. Elaine Kerr, Dr. Lindsay Miller, Mr. Jim Richardson, Mr. John Halliday, Mr. Peter Muir, Mr. Walter Muir, Mr. Gavin Gemmell, Mr. George McMillan, Mrs. Jean Lindsay, Mr. James Kane and Mr. George Rae MINISTRY OF FLOWERS: The flowers, which adorn the Sanctuary this week, have been given to the Glory of God by Mrs. Irene Bartholomew SUNDAY 15 January 2012 THE MINISTER is away from Ayr today. Our warm thanks to our Associate, the Revd. David Ness, for conducting worship. CHRISTMAS EVE OFFERINGS: We are very grateful to everyone who contributed to the Offerings at both services on Christmas Eve. The total sum given is £4,220.00, which will be divided between Erskine Hospital and Dalmellington House, a small hotel providing holidays and breaks for carers. We thank our Treasurer, our Session Clerk, Mr Bob Templeton and Mr Jim Brown for counting it all on Christmas Day! 20s IN THE PEWS: The collection in November for The Ayr Stroke Club was £108.70 LIFE & WORK: Pre-ordered copies of the January edition are available for uplifting at the main door CENTRAL COMMITTEE MEETING: there will be a meeting of the Central Committee on Tuesday 10th January at 7.30pm in the Church Office. CLERK'S COMMITTEE MEETING: there will be a meeting of the Convenors on Tuesday 17th January at 7.30 pm in the Session Room COMMUNION DUTY TRAINING: there is a proposal to hold a training session, on Sunday 22nd January at 12.30pm, for all newly ordained elders on the duties to be undertaken during the Service of Holy Communion. Any member of the Kirk Session is welcome to attend. THE FLOWER CALENDAR for 2012 is now on the Carrick Park Notice Board. If you would like to donate flowers to adorn the sanctuary to mark a special occasion or anniversary or in memory of a loved one, please add your name and telephone number at the appropriate date. We are so grateful to everyone in our congregation who gives generously to this. The recipients of the flowers are always very appreciative. FLOWER TEAM MEETING: The next meeting of the Flower Team will be held on Wednesday 18th January at 7.30 in the Carrick Room, when we will make up the Rota until Easter. Please come along with your diary! If you are unable to attend please phone Anne Swan on 442584 or email anne@uglyduckling.demon.co.uk THE GUILD: the first meeting of 2012 takes place tomorrow, 9th January, at 7.30pm in the Midton Road Hall. We welcome Mr. Andrew Peden, M.Ch.S., D.Pod.M., who will advise about caring for our feet. COLUMBA NEWS: Material for the February edition should be with the editor by, Sunday, 22nd January. All articles should be emailed to the editor at editor.columbanews@gmail.com MEMBERS and FRIENDS IN HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK INCLUDES: 1 January 2012
WELCOME TO AYR: ST. COLUMBA CHURCH - If you are joining us as a visitor this morning, we extend to you a very warm welcome! Here at St Columba we often talk of ourselves as being a family -now at times we can be dysfunctional because we are human. But we are a loving family. A strong family. A family of faith. And we are always on the lookout for new members to come and share with us on our journey into God. We lay great store in our belief that the Church should be a community of people trying to live and treat each other the way Jesus lived and treated people. Sometimes we get it right, at other times we fail, but we go on deepening our relationship with Christ and with each other in worship, fellowship, sharing fun and laughter, service in our community and enjoying the talents each other has to offer. A very special welcome to the family of Madeline who will be baptised at the 10.30 am Service this morning. AT THE DOORS TO WELCOME YOU TODAY: Team 11: Mr. Archie Jamieson, Mrs. Rita Mackenzie, Mrs. Janette Leishman, Mrs. Edwina Mabon, Mr. Alastair Fraser, Mr. Jim Orr, Mr. Sandy Allan, Mr. Andrew Muirhead, Mr. John Ferguson, Mrs. Ann Aitchison and Mr. Tom Laurie. It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of the Revd. Dr Bill Christman, the Minister at Ayr: St Columba from 1981 -1991. A much loved pastor and preacher, Bill had an outstanding ministry in the parish and in the town, and forged the strong union between the three congregations which form our present congregation today. Bill died this past week, a few weeks after sustaining a serious fall at home in the USA. We extend our deepest sympathy to his wife, Gina, and his daughters, Stephanie and Laura, and his mother, and it is our prayer that they will be strengthened by their faith in Him who was "born to raise the sons of earth, born to give them second birth." SUNDAY 8 January 2012 OUR SINCEREST THANKS to Mr David Mackay for deputising at the Organ console this morning during Matthew's break. THE MINISTER is greatly appreciative of each card and message which arrives at the Manse at this time of year, and thanks everyone who takes the time to remember. THE OFFICE STAFF AND TOM are also very grateful for all the cards and gifts which have been sent to them at this festive time of year. Your kindness is appreciated. THE OFFICE will be closed on the following dates: January 2nd & 3rd. THE YOUTH LEADER, Dylan, will be on holiday until Tuesday 11* January. CHRISTMAS EVE OFFERINGS: We are very grateful to everyone who contributed to the Offerings at both services on Christmas Eve. The total sum given is £4,220.00, which will be divided between Erskine Hospital and Dalmellington House, a small hotel providing holidays and breaks for carers. We thank our Treasurer, our Session Clerk, Mr Bob Templeton and Mr Jim Brown for counting it all on Christmas Day! 20s IN THE PEWS: The collection in November for The Ayr Stroke Club was £108.70 LIFE & WORK: Pre-ordered copies of the January edition are available for uplifting at the main door THE FLOWER CALENDAR for 2012 is now on the Carrick Park Notice Board. If you would like to donate flowers to adorn the sanctuary to mark a special occasion or anniversary or in memory of a loved one, please add your name and telephone number at the appropriate date. We are so grateful to everyone in our congregation who gives generously to this. The recipients of the flowers are always very appreciative.
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