New Laigh Kirk A caring welcoming church at the heart of Kilmarnock that reaches out to all
Welcome to Worship 26th March 2017 Fourth Sunday of Lent Minister: Rev. David S Cameron Session Clerk: Derek I’Anson Organist: Martin C. Sharp
Order of Service Call to Worship Prayer Praise song: You Are Good I want to scream it out, from every mountain top Your goodness knows no bounds, Your goodness never stops Your mercy follows me, Your kindness fills my life Your Love amazes me. And I sing because You are good And I dance because You are good And I shout because You are good You are good to me (to me) Nothing and no one comes, anywhere close to You The earth and oceans deep, only reflect this truth And in my darkest night, You shine as bright as day Your Love amazes me. And I sing because You are good And I dance because You are good And I shout because You are good You are good to me (to me) With a cry of praise, my heart will proclaim: You are good, You are good
In the sun or rain my life celebrates: You are good, You are good And I sing because You are good And I dance because You are good And I shout because You are good You are good to me (to me) Interactive Quiz Praise song: The Lord’s my Shepherd
The Lord's my Shepherd, I'll not want. He makes me lie in pastures green. He leads me by the still, still waters, His goodness restores my soul. And I will trust in You alone, And I will trust in You alone, For Your endless mercy follows me, Your goodness will lead me home.
He guides my ways in righteousness, And He anoints my head with oil, And my cup, it overflows with joy, I feast on His pure delights And I will trust in You alone… And though I walk the darkest path, I will not fear the evil one, For You are with me, And Your rod and staff Are the comfort I need to know And I will trust in You alone Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7 Short talk: God who comforts Offering (Offering Song: Good, Good Father) I've heard a thousand stories Of what they think You’re like But I've heard the tender whisper Of love in the dead of night You tell me that You’re pleased And that I'm never alone You're a Good Good Father It's who You are, It's who You are, It's who You are And I'm loved by You It's who I am, It's who I am, It's who I am I've seen many searching for answers far and wide But I know we're all searching for answers only You provide Because You know just what we need before we say a word You're a Good Good Father… You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways to us Love so undeniable I can hardly speak Peace so unexplainable I can hardly think As You call me deeper still As You call me deeper still As You call me deeper still Into love, love, love. You're a Good Good Father… Prayers from the young people
Mothering Sunday Drama Video by the youth & children Gifts for the ladies Praise song: Everlasting God Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord We will wait upon the Lord We will wait upon the Lord Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord We will wait upon the Lord We will wait upon the Lord Our God, You reign forever Our Hope, our strong Deliv'rer You are the everlasting God The everlasting God You do not faint You won't grow weary You're the defender of the weak You comfort those in need You lift us up on wings like eagles Benediction Please join us for tea & coffee after the service
New Testament reading campaign
Week 4 27th - 31st March 2017 Welcome to the fourth week of our New Testament journey. This week, we’ll continue with the letters of Paul. You may notice a softer side to Paul in his final letters, particularly those written to encourage two of his partners in ministry, Timothy and Titus. As you read The Books of the Bible, pay close attention to the book introductions. They contain vital information to help you unpack the context and literary structure of each book. Enjoy the journey! Happy reading! Meet for an hour..... On Sunday 2nd April 3.00pm in the church Or Wednesday 5th April 10.00am in the church
Your Community Bible Experience Reading Plan Week 4 Week 4: Romans, Colossians, Ephesians, Philemon, Philippians, 1 Timothy, Titus, 2 Timothy The rest of Paul’s letters address various challenges facing churches in different parts of the Roman Empire. These letters, which are presented in the order they were most likely written, also include Paul’s personal correspondence with three individuals: Philemon, Timothy, and Titus. Day 16 p. 177-188 Romans Ch 8 - Ch 16 read until the end of Romans Day 17 p. 189-195 read all of Colossians Day 18 p. 197-210 read all of Ephesians to the end of Philemon Day 19 p. 211-226 read all of Phillippians until the end of 1 Timothy Day 20 p. 227-238 read Titus until the end of 2 Timothy
Welcome and Intimations A very warm welcome to worship this morning from all at New Laigh Kirk. We are glad you are here today and hope you enjoy worshipping with us. We especially welcome our TrekkersNG who lead our worship today. Please make yourself known to those sitting beside you. The welcome team today is Ian Anderson, Helen Colman, Esther Douglas, Gordon McIlwraith, Etta Mitchell, Margaret Paterson, Brian Laurens, Margaret Hope, Eileen Murphy, Alasdair MacLean, Tim Purdon and Jan Lamberton. Community Bible Experience. Access New Testament Reading campaign resources online http://www.nlk.church/cbe/ Anyone who would like to consider full membership of the Church by Profession of Faith can attend a course of instruction, please give your name to the minister. Worship on Sunday, 2nd April will be conducted by the Minister at 11.00am. Kingz Kidz and TrekkersNG meet in church at 10.50am and sit together. There will be a short service of communion in the church immediately after the service. EACHa is looking for a few volunteers to help with making sandwiches for the Wednesday drop-in during the summer months. This would be on a rota basis, on Wednesday mornings from 10.30am till 12noon. If you would like to help, please speak to Janice Grant or Barbara Brockie. EACHa's Home from Home project offers families a hot meal and fun activities on Friday evenings in St John's Church from 4.00pm till 6.00pm. We would be glad to hear from anyone who would like to volunteer to help on a rota basis, on one Friday per month. No cooking or food preparation is involved, just making sure everyone has a happy evening. Further information form Janice Grant or Barbara Brockie. Highlights Klub on Monday, 27th March at 8.00pm in upper hall. Laughter Lines again and Holiday Memories. Music and Movement on Tuesday, 28th March at 2.00pm in upper hall. Lent discussion group on Wednesdays from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in the Session Room. The theme is ‘Receiving Christ - in five different ways.' And opportunity to talk about faith and life. Magazine collating and stapling team will meet on Thursday, 30th March at 7.15pm in Session Room. Magazine available for distribution on Sunday, 2nd April. Rainbows, Brownies and Guides will be holding a coffee morning on Saturday, 1st April from 10.00am to 12noon in lower hall. Any donations of jewellery, baking or bric-Ă -brac would be gratefully received. Please speak to either Emma Johnstone or Sheena Baillie.
NLK Walking Group. Come and join us on our next walk on Sunday, 2nd April in the grounds of Dumfries House; choice of routes, including one to Knockroon. Meet at 2.00pm beside the Visitor Centre. If anyone needs transport, please contact Ellen Stewart. Guild will meet on Monday, 3rd April at 7.15pm in lower hall. This is an open meeting and anyone is welcome to come and hear Cantante, an excellent singing group. Easter Club on Monday 3rd, Wednesday 5th and Friday, 7th April from 8.45am-11.30am in the halls. Limited spaces are available for the Easter Club so register your child with Sara today. Church Open and Welcome on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 12noon to 2.00pm. We urgently require a pool of volunteers, especially men, to welcome the visitors on a rota basis. Please speak to Helen Colman. Remember that the more volunteers there are, the less often you will be on duty! Open Doors. New Laigh Kirk will now be opening its doors to all on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 12noon to 2.00pm. The Church will be open for those who want to come for a period of solitude or reflection; to see the newly restored stained glass windows from the inside; or to find out some of the history of the church and town. Foodbank. Donations of non-perishable foods should be placed in the blue bin in the vestibule. Particularly welcome just now are UHT milk, tinned fruit, rice pudding, meat and vegetables. New volunteers are always welcome. New Laigh Kirk Volunteers - Needing help with shopping, DIY, gardening or a lift to medical appointments? Looking for help with official forms or job applications? Is reading difficult with failing eyesight? Ring our volunteers' helpline, Tel: 07935 852000. If you can assist with driving, or if you know of anyone who may be interested in helping, please contact Alan Gregor, Tel: 537155, Email: gregor_alan@hotmail.com. If you know of anyone in hospital please let the minister know by telephone, email or the pew cards provided. Intimations to be included in Sunday’s Order of Service and the Standard should be with Helen Colman (helenmcolman@gmail.com) by Wednesday of this week. Visit our website http://www.nlk.church and see what's going on at New Laigh Kirk.