New Laigh Kirk A caring welcoming church at the heart of Kilmarnock reaching out to all
Welcome to Worship 12th February 2017 Minister Rev. David S Cameron Session Clerk: Mr. Derek I’Anson Organist: Mr. Martin C. Sharp
Order of Service Choir Introit:
Come, let us to the Lord our God
Call to Worship Hymn 201
Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness
Prayer All Age Address God loves you, and I love you, and that's the way it should be. God loves you, and I love you, and that's the way it should be. You can be happy, and I can be happy, and that's the way it should be. You can be happy, and I can be happy, and that's the way it should be. You can be very sad, and I can be very sad, and that's the way it should be. You can be very sad, and I can be very sad, and that's the way it should be. We can love others like sisters and brothers, and that's the way it should be. We can love others like sisters and brothers, and that's the way it should be. Reading:
Deuteronomy 30:15-20 page 209
Janice Grant
Choir Anthem: There’s a wideness in God’s mercy Reading:
St Matthew 5:21-26 page 969
Hymn 506
All I once held dear
Prayer of Intercession Here is love, vast as the ocean Loving kindness as the flood When the Prince of Life, our Ransom Shed for us His precious blood Who His love will not remember? Who can cease to sing His praise? He will never be forgotten Throughout Heaven's eternal days
Esther Douglas
On the mount of crucifixion Fountains opened deep and wide Through the floodgates of God's mercy Flowed a vast and gracious tide Grace and love, like mighty rivers Poured incessant from above And Heaven's peace and perfect justice Kissed a guilty world in love Who His love will not remember? Who can cease to sing His praise? He will never be forgotten Throughout Heaven's eternal days Sermon Offering and Presentation of our Offering (Hymn 818 Praise ye the Lord, ye servants of the Lord v1) Prayer of Dedication Hymn 456
Christ is the world’s true light
Benediction
Welcome and Intimations A very warm welcome to worship this morning from all at New Laigh Kirk. We are glad you are here and hope you enjoy worshipping with us. We especially welcome Gillian Rooney who embarks on a period of discernment for the Ministry of Word And Sacrament. Please make yourself known to Gillian during her time with us. Tea and coffee will be served in the sanctuary immediately after the service. Worship on Sunday, 19th February will be conducted by the Minister beginning at 11.00am. There is a creche for children under three years of age in the Session Room. Join the Imagine team on Sunday, 19th February from 4.00pm to 5.00pm for our next Imagine worship session. This Imagine includes coffee and cake. Table top crafts will be available for younger children. A few copies of the Order of Service in large print are available. Please speak to a member of the duty team if you require one. Due to a temporary staff shortage, EACHa is seeking a few additional volunteers to assist with running the weekly activities. The commitment would be for two or three hours per week during February only. Further information from Janice Grant, Tel: 07581 722331. February issue of Magazine available for distribution from pigeonholes. Magazine available in full colour at http://www.nlk.church. Tots Praise on Tuesday, 14th February at 10.15am in lower hall.
Music and Movement on Tuesday, 14th February at 2.00pm in lower hall. Services of worship on Tuesday, 14th February at 2.00pm in Argyll House and at 3.00pm in Grange Nursing Home. Congregational Board on Sunday, 19th February at 12.30pm in lower hall. The 'What on Earth am I here for' Home group on Monday, 20th February at 4 Seaford Street, 7.30pm to 9.00pm. Guild will meet on Monday, 20th February at 7.15pm in lower hall. Tickets for the Guild Coffee Morning on Saturday, 4th March will be on sale after church today and on the next two Sundays, price £2. Guild of Friendship on Thursday, 23rd February at 2.00pm in lower hall. Saturday, 25th February, 7.30pm to 10.00pm, Family Music event featuring the Scottish music duo, Ginny and the Tonic. Tickets cost £5 each (£3 for children), with funds raised being donated to Bobath Scotland, the cerebral palsy centre. Tickets available from Forever Young, Sara or Bethany. Fellowship of Kilmarnock Churches Joint Service Sunday, 26th February at 2.30pm in St Kentigern's Church. Everyone welcome. Are you passionate about amateur dramatics or singing? Then join the production of From Darkness into Light, an Easter rock musical. Sara is still looking for members to join the chorus of the show. No previous experience is necessary to be part of the production - the only requirements are that you are enthusiastic and can attend a minimum of 6 rehearsals. Rehearsals through February and March. Details from Sara. The musical will take place on the stage in the New Laigh Kirk halls on two dates: Saturday, 22nd April at 7.00pm Sunday, 23rd April at 3.00pm. Please consider joining us as we bring the Easter story to life! Church Open and Welcome on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 12noon to 2.00pm. We urgently require a pool of volunteers 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! Visit our website http://www.nlk.church and see what's going on at New Laigh Kirk.
If you know of anyone in hospital please let the minister know by telephone, email or the pew cards provided.
New Testament reading campaign BEGINS 1st Sunday of Lent 5th March 2017