WELCOME TO ST COLUMBA CHURCH: People have been coming to this building to worship God for over a hundred years. While our town has journeyed through many changes over those years, the constancy of the witness of the “Church on Midton Road” has remained uninterrupted. The mission of any Church is to reflect through its presence, its music, its fellowship and its beauty the transcendence of God, and we seek to do that here in all that we share. We hope that everyone who enters these doors will find an encouraging, friendly group of people. While we are far from perfect, we are regularly discovering truths that are changing us individually and enriching our lives as a church community. As we worship together, learn from the Bible, and pray for one another, we are strengthened in our commitment to Jesus Christ as well as to each other. If this is your first time here, we welcome you, and invite you to share the joy that we have found.
AT THE DOORS TO WELCOME YOU TODAY: Team 4: Mrs. Yvonne Russell, Mr. Harry Peters, Mr. Iain McFadzean, Mrs. Anne Drennan, Mr. John Ewing, Ms. Gillian Watson, Mr. Iain Storm, Mr. Iain McCrae, Mr. John Robertson, and Mr. John Crone
MINISTRY OF FLOWERS: The flowers, which adorn the Sanctuary this week, have been given to the Glory of God by Mr. and Mrs. Dick Dunlop and Mrs. Jessie W. Davidson
SUNDAY 1 September 2019
SERVICES CONDUCTED BY REVD. DAVID NESS and REVD. EDDIE SIMPSON
9.30 am Family Worship: Duty Team: 5 Sound: Mr. Alan Hawthorn
10.00 am St. Columba Kids
11.15am Morning Worship Sound: Mr Keith Fullerton
20’s IN THE PEWS: This year’s recipient is Alzheimers (Scotland). The total collected during July was £69.86. Please remember your 20’s for this very worthwhile cause. Thank you.
LIFE & WORK: Pre-ordered copies of the August edition are available for uplifting at the main door of the Church. There are extra copies available at both doors priced £2.80
SOUTH AYRSHIRE CLOTHES BANK thank each and every one who kindly donated school uniforms and cash to their summer appeal. Your generosity is very much appreciated.
A NEW AND EXCITING ‘YOUTH GROUP‘ for all young people in the S1-S3 age range starts on Sunday 1st September 2019 (running fortnightly). Meeting from 11.30am – 1.00pm. The Group will prepare and eat lunch together and during the course of the session, we will explore different aspects of the Bible. We will begin using new and interesting material entitled – ‘Basic Understanding of the Bible.’ All young people are most warmly invited to attend. In addition we are looking for Volunteers (all ages) to assist and support the leaders – if you are able to help please contact Kerrie, Stuart or Irene via the office.
DOORS OPEN DAY: Saturday 7th September from 10am – 4.00pm. Our Church will be participating once again in this event. We are justly proud of our building and heritage and enjoy sharing this with others. Tea/Coffee and homebaking will be served to our visitors in the Struthers’ Room. We need many volunteers to make this event work well, the more people we have the shorter each person’s duty shift will last. Please add your name to the list in the Carrick Park Vestibule – or speak to Irene.
FOOD BANK: Please remember all the folks who depend on your donations – this week’s shopping list includes – all tinned meats and fish (Chilli; Mince; Stew; Meatballs; Tuna), also – potatoes, other vegetables, fruit and cold meat. Your help and support is greatly appreciated.
LUNCH CAFÉ: Ann, Laraine and the Team are delighted to announce that the Lunch Café has moved to new premises at Midton Road! There will be a “New Look” Café running once a month with proceeds going to our Charities. The first meeting will be on Sunday 8th September at 12.30pm. The Menu will include Soup, sweets, tea & Coffee and Traybake. The Team look forward to welcoming you.
OASIS CAFÉ – OPEN: We look forward to welcoming you every Thursday morning when there is plenty of chat and lovely home-baking treats to tempt you!! Struthers Room between 1030am and 12 noon. Everyone is most welcome.
HELP: Urgently required to help dismantle arrangements and make up the bouquets after church. Anyone willing to assist with this please let the office know. No floral expertise required!
MEMBERS AND FRIENDS IN HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK:
AYR HOSPITAL: Mrs. Isabel Fraser (Stn 8), Mrs. Sheila Lockhart (Stn 12) and Mrs. Jenny Glencross (Stn 12)
IRVINE: Mrs. Marilyn Montgomery (Douglas Grant Centre) and Miss Mabel Davidson (Woodland View, Ward 4)
THE BIGGART: Mrs. Chresta Clark (Lindsay)
“Fraser and Aitken Family are very touched by the cards, letters and tokens of affection that they received after the death of their Mum. Margaret loved her long association with St Columba Church during Fraser’s Ministry. A very sincere thank you is extended to all who offered their sympathy and support and those who attended the service in Johnstone, and to the Revd Eddie Simpson for the beautiful pulpit tribute he paid to Margaret.”
“Fraser and Aitken Family are very touched by the cards, letters and tokens of affection that they received after the death of their Mum. Margaret loved her long association with St Columba Church during Fraser’s Ministry. A very sincere thank you is extended to all who offered their sympathy and support and those who attended the service in Johnstone, and to the Revd Eddie Simpson for the beautiful pulpit tribute he paid to Margaret.”
