WELCOME TO AYR: ST. COLUMBA CHURCH: For 116 years this building has stood at the heart of this part of our ancient Royal Burgh. It has witnessed wars, been favoured by a Royal visitor, welcomed holidaymakers, and been served by illustrious ministers, devoted musicians and dedicated members. Throughout these years, in anxious and sad times, in days of celebration and rejoicing, this Church has served the people as a place of sanctity, stability, and continuity. Today, in a society where the things of faith are often neglected, we strive to maintain an inclusive Christian presence, seeking ever to enhance the lives of everyone who comes into contact with us, and to reach out in mercy and compassion to a deeply troubled world. Here we explore and are not afraid to fail; here we are encouraged to ask questions; here we try to be a safe place for all ages. If you are here for the first time today, we pray that you will know something of God’s love in Jesus Christ, and that you will go home feeling inspired, strengthened, challenged and comforted. A very special welcome to the family of Isobel who will be baptised at the 11.15 Service this morning.
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 Mrs. Norah Paterson, Mrs Jean and Mr Alasdair Stewart, Miss Nan Picken and Mrs. Elizabeth Cameron.
Sunday 17th June 2018 FATHER’S DAY
SERVICES CONDUCTED BY THE MINISTER
9.30 am Family Worship St. Columba Kids Prize Giving Duty Team: 3 Sound: Mr. John Ferguson
11.15am Morning Worship Sound: Mr. Brian McKinlay
ELDERS are asked to check the Communion list in the vestibule and tick to let the Clerk know that this has been read and please, uplift the Columba News and Communion invitations from their pigeonholes for immediate delivery.
20’s IN THE PEWS: total collected in May £ 81.36. The Kirk Session has decided to donate funds raised this year to support the work of ACE (Racerunning) Disability Recreation and Sport, 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 £2.50
MESSY CHURCH: the next meeting will be on Saturday 23rd June. Registration at 3.45pm. The Theme will be “Who is Jesus? Lots of crafts, fun, songs, worship and supper will be a summer party!!
SUMMER OASIS: The Summer drop in café is open to everyone – please bring a friend! Meeting every Thursday 10.30 – 12.00 in the Struthers’ Room, this is a place to relax, a place to chat! The morning papers are available.
THE ORGANIST ENTERTAINS: This Monday 11th June in the Church, 12-1pm. Organist is Kevin Duggan, Dunblane Cathedral. Admission £3.
FOOD BANK: This very vital work is under great pressure to deliver more and more food parcels to folks living in real poverty. The items most needed are: small packets of tea bags, small bottles of diluting Juice, small packets of rice, tinned potatoes, tinned tomatoes, tinned mince/stew/cold meat and UHT milk. Please remember a few extra items when you shop.
ST COLUMBA’S KIDS AWAY DAY – KELBURN COUNTRY PARK VISIT: St. Columba Kids are organising a trip on Saturday 16th June. All children aged for Beginners and Juniors welcome. Letters and consent forms must be returned by today, Sunday 10th June. Spare copies are available in the Carrick Park vestibule or from St. Columba Kids teachers. Please come and join this fun packed day!
BIBLE SOCIETY: Riverside Church, John Street, Ayr Wednesday 13th June at 7.30pm. God’s Word at work in Iraq. Speaker Nabil Omiesh; Nabil will be visiting Scotland in June to share about trauma healing and his experience of how the Bible is changing lives in the Middle East. Poster in the vestibule.
SCOTTISH BIBLE SOCIETY: The Kyle Branch Annual Coffee Morning will be held in St Leonard’s Church on Saturday 16th June from 10am – 12 noon. Admission will be £3.00
PARKING – if you are parking in Springvale Road/Park. Please park considerately. We have had complaints from residents about blocked driveways/roadways. Thank you.
MEMBERS AND FRIENDS IN HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK:
AYR HOSPITAL: Mr. Willie Chalmers (Stn 12), Mr. Norman Peterson (Stn 12) and Mrs. Betty Davidson (Stn 14)
QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL, GLASGOW: Mrs. Marlene Hamilton (Spinal Unit)
The funeral service for Mrs Margaret McConnechy, formerly of Dunure Road, Ayr, will be held tomorrow, Monday, at 12 noon at Masonhill. We extend warmest thoughts to all the family.
The funeral service for Mr John Caddis of Kirkholm Avenue, Ayr, will be held here in the Church on Tuesday first, 12th June, at 2.45, followed by the service of committal at Masonhill at 3.30p.m. Our warmest sympathy and prayers are extended to his daughters, Helen and Carol, and all the family.
The funeral service of Miss Jean Hamilton of Tantallon Road, Glasgow, will be held at Maryhill Crematorium, Old Chapel, on Tuesday 19th June, at 12 noon. Our sincerest condolences are sent to all her friends.
A Date for your Diary….although it is a few months off, Fraser’s final sermon as Minister of St Columba Church will be preached on Sunday 31st March 2019, followed by a celebration lunch at Turnberry Hotel to which all members and friends from outwith our own congregation are warmly invited. The cost of the Lunch will be £30.00 which will include a glass of bubbly on arrival at the Hotel, a two course lunch with a glass of wine, coffee and petits fours. More information nearer the time!
17th June St Columba Kids Prize Giving at 9.30am
24th June Services of Holy Communion at 9.30am; 11.15am and 6.30pm
16 – 20th July Holiday Club – Midton Road
