WELCOME TO AYR: ST. COLUMBA CHURCH: Here at St Columba, you will find a warm welcome from committed Christian people who are serious about their faith journey but also enjoy having a good time. You will find passionate worship which seeks to incorporate both the traditional and the new, and preaching that tries hard to make the Scripture message relevant to our daily living. We are a congregation drawn from all parts of Ayr and beyond, and we come together to worship and to take part in all kinds of Christian service in the community. If you want a Church that will honour your journey of faith and challenge you to go deeper into your relationship with Jesus Christ, then this is the place for you, and we are delighted to welcome you. Let no one feel a stranger in this place!
AT THE DOORS TO WELCOME YOU TODAY: Team 1: Mr. Graeme Savage, Mrs. Carol Morrison,
Mrs. Ann Vance, Miss Lesley Hunter, Mr. Bob Cowan, Mrs. Hazel Steele, Mr. Graham Hamilton, Dr. Helen Hunter, Mr. Robin White, Mrs Helen Mackay, Mr. Malcolm Mackay and Mr. Brian Morrison.
MINISTRY OF FLOWERS: The flowers, which adorn the Sanctuary this week, have been given to the Glory of God by Mrs. Marilyn Muir, Mrs. Pat Jackson and Mrs. Lorna Hilderley.
SUNDAY26 June 2016 SERVICES of HOLY COMMUNION
SERVICES CONDUCTED BY THE MINISTER and THE ASSISTANT MINISTER
9.30 am – Team: 2 11.15 am – Team: 3 6.30 pm – Team: 4
Sound: Mr. Alan Hawthorn Sound: Mr. Drummond Cameron Sound: TBA
Retiring Offering at all Services for support of our friends in the Congregation at Lochside Church
ELDERS – PLEASE check the Communion List in the Carrick Park vestibule and sign to indicate that you have read the notice. ALSO Elders are asked to uplift their COMMUNION INVITATIONS and copies of the Columba News from their pigeonholes today for immediate delivery..
20’s IN THE PEWS: The total collected in May was £108.51. The Kirk Session has decided to donate funds raised this year from the 20’s to support the work of Combat Stress at Hollybush House, Ayr
LIFE & WORK: Pre-ordered copies of the June edition are available for uplifting at the main door of the Church. There are extra copies available at both doors priced £2.20.
ENQUIRER’S CLASS: if you would like to find out more about the Christian faith and Church membership, please meet in the Centenary Aisle at 12.30pm today.
COMMUNION LINEN: As there is a wedding next Saturday afternoon the Linen Team will meet at 4.00pm to dress the Church.
FOOD BANK: most needed at Foodbank this week are: tins or packets custard, rice pudding, packets of rice, coffee, jam, long life milk, diluting juice, biscuits. Thank you for your continued support.
“OASIS”: Drop in café: Struthers’ Room, this Thursday 10.30 am – 12.00. A place to relax, a place to chat; bring a friend! Come when you can, leave when you want. The Morning Papers are available! A team of volunteers has been secured to allow the Café to continue during the summer months – if you would like to add your name to this list please speak to Irene in the office.
SUMMER EVENTS: Summer Games on Ayr Beach (beside Blackburn car park): 1-5 August, 11am-3pm
Olympic Games Sleepover for teenagers: Friday 5 August – 7pm for games and fellowship, watch the opening ceremony on the big screen, sleepover, then enjoy an Olympic Breakfast.
“On Your Marks” Kids Holiday Club ages 4+: 8-12 August, 10am-12noon in the Church halls.
Volunteers to assist with any of these events will be most welcome.
ASSISTANCE REQUIRED for the LOCHSIDE MISSION AND OUTREACH SUMMER PROGRAM:
Holiday Clubs (9:30 – 12:30): 4 – 8 July and 1 – 5 Aug.; Weekend Away: 22nd – 24th July; Away Days (9.00 – 5.00); Mon .11th, Wed. 27th July, Mon. 8th & 15th August; Family Time: 26 June, 10 & 31 July, 7th & 28th August. If you would be willing to volunteer for any of these events – any help would be most gratefully received. For further information, please telephone the Lochside Office 286981 to speak to Malcolm or Dylan and/or add you name to the list on the notice board in the Carrick Park Vestibule
FRASER’s 25th ANNIVERSARY LUNCH: Sunday 21st August . Due to overwhelming demand the Lunch will now be held in the stunning setting of The Paddock Park Pavilion at Western House Hotel. The cost will be £26. Seating will be at tables of ten – lists are available in the Carrick Park Vestibule today. 21st August is the actual 25th Anniversary date. All welcome.
MEMBERS AND FRIENDS IN HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK:
AYR HOSPITAL: Mr. Eddie Ecrepont (Stn. 12), Mr. Jim Brown (Stn. 14) and Mr. Chisholm Kenneth (Stn. 7)
THE BIGGART: Mrs. Irene Wybar (Urquhart) and Mr. Alec Morton (Drummond)
ROYAL HOSPITAL for SICK CHILDREN, GLASGOW: Angus Brodie (Ward 2A Schiehallion)
QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL, GLASGOW: Mrs. Alison Dixon (Ward 64)