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 2: Mrs. Jo Bruce, Mrs. Helen Greig, Mr. Jack McConnachie, Miss Nicola McKinlay, Mr. Tony Greig, Mr. Michael Warren, Mrs. Fiona Taylor, Mr. Alan McKinlay, Mr. Graeme McKinstry, Mrs. Ginnie Mackenzie, 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 The Revd. Fraser R. Aitken, Mrs. Maureen Brennan, Revd. and Mrs. Ian Paterson and Mrs. Mary Knox.
SUNDAY 7 APRIL 2019
SERVICES CONDUCTED BY THE VERY REVD. DR. DAVID W. LACY BA, BD, DLitt
9.30 am Family Worship: Duty Team: 3 Sound: Mr. John Crone
10.00 am Holiday – No St. Columba Kids
11.15am Morning Worship Sound: Mr. David Campbell
20’s IN THE PEWS: Total collected in February is £81.24. The Kirk Session has agreed that this year’s recipient will be Alzheimers (Scotland). Thank you for your continued generosity.
LIFE & WORK: Pre-ordered copies of the March edition are available for uplifting at the main door of the Church. There are extra copies available at both doors priced £2.80
RETIREMENT LUNCH BUSES: there are two buses parked at the Old Racecourse – if you are attending the 9.30am service and returning by car, you are encouraged to leave your car on Racecourse view and use these buses, which will be arriving at the Racecourse from 12 noon. Foot passengers at 9.30am are not expected to walk to Racecourse Road – please make your way to the buses on Midton Road. Once full each bus will leave. After the 11.15am service you are asked to make your way directly to the buses parked on Midton Road. Please do not wait for friends. If it is essential that you drive to Church please park with great care. Police Scotland have been alerted to the possible increase in traffic and there will be a police presence in the area.
HALL LETS MEETING: this meeting will be held in the Struthers’ Room on Tuesday 23rd April at 7.00pm
HOLIDAY CLUB: Holiday Club – Polar Explorers – huge thank you to everyone who has donated Milk bottles for the Igloo project – now all we need to do is work out how to build it!!! MORE HELP PLEASE – we need to borrow winter sports kit – skis; sledges etc if you have any of these please speak to Stuart or Irene. Anyone still wishing to volunteer will be made most welcome.
FOOD BANK: The demand for the Food Bank does not diminish – the following are urgently required this month: UHT Milk, 750ml Diluting Juice, Tinned Custard, Tinned Pudding Rice, Tinned Vegetables, Stew, Mince and Curry.
OASIS CAFÉ: Meets every Thursday 10.30 – 12.00 in the Struthers’ Room, a place to relax, read the papers, and enjoy a chat – and quality baking!! A friendly welcome is extended to all.
ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING: the Stated Annual Business Meeting will be held in the Church on Tuesday 2nd April at 7.30pm. Followed by cheese and wine. All are welcome to attend.
WARMEST THANKS to everyone who gave to the retiring offerings for the Cyclone Disaster Appeal last Sunday. The sum of £1510 was donated.
CHURCH HALLS – please note – the Halls will be closed during Holy Week.
15th – 19th April. Also – the Halls and all the rooms will not be available during the week 8th – 12th April as they will be set up for Holiday Club.
HOLY WEEK Monday 14th April – Friday 19th April 2019
All Services will be led by Revd. Neil McNaught B.D., M.A.
There will be guest Preachers each evening.
All Services to be held in Alloway Parish Church except Thursday.
The Maundy Thursday – Communion Service will be held at Ayr: St. Columba
EASTER SUNDAY – 21st April 2019
SERVICES CONDUCTED BY THE VERY REVD. DR. DAVID W. LACY BA, BD, DLitt
and THE REVD. EDDIE SIMPSON BSc, BD and DAVID WALLACE BSc
7.30 am: Service on the Low Green – Interim Moderator
8.00 am: Breakfast in the Church Hall
9.30 am: Family Service
11.15 am: Morning Worship
12.30 pm: Celebration of Holy Communion
You are invited to bring a bunch of spring flowers to adorn the empty Cross. After the 11.15 service, these will be delivered to many of our members and friends who have been bereaved since last Easter, conveying to them our warmest thoughts and our faith in the Risen Christ.
MEMBERS AND FRIENDS IN HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK:
AYR HOSPITAL: Mrs Muriel Morton (Stn 6)
THE BIGGART: Mrs. May Speirs (Drummond) and Mr. John Cramp (Drummond)
THE ROYAL INFIRMARY, GLASGOW: Mrs. Marlene Hamilton (Ward 47)
Our sincerest sympathy and affection are extended to the family of Mrs. Sarah McKnight of Savoy Court who died last week. The funeral service is to be finalised.
Fraser is deeply touched by the cards, letters and generous sentiments and gifts, which he has received. Thank you to everyone for their great thoughtfulness