Sunday, 27 October 2024

'Moses: a flawed and fabulous faith' - worship Sun 27 Oct

WELCOME to worship - three words I've been wanting to say for a wee while now! It's good to be back - a little on that shortly. In our time of worship over the next two weeks, given we're coming up to a 'spooky' time of year, we'll be focusing on 'that great cloud of witnesses' - heroes of the faith. This week, we're homing in on one particular 'witness' or 'saint' of God: Moses. How might Moses in his faith journey act as a mentor for us, in ours? 

CHURCH NOTICES:
Really, just the one - and it's a reminder to look at the previous blog post, just to give you an update on going forward for worship and other parish happenings up until the end of the year. Basically, I'm on a phased return to work, so... up until then, duties are a little limited for the time being. However, it's good to be back, even in this part-time capacity, and I look forward to progressing to full-time duties - all being well - from January.

Huge thanks to so many of you within the parish who have helped keep things going - it's been a phenomenal team effort, and very much appreciated. I continue to be of the opinion that it's such a huge privilege to serve as your minister in the good times, and more recently, in the more challenging times. Thank you all for making a tricky time a lot less tricky and for all the kind messages and support - it's helped feed the soul and warm the heart!!

Have a blessed week,
Nikki

Monday, 14 October 2024

Church news - update as at 14 October

Also, many thanks for the cards and kind wishes!

After a prolonged absence due to illness, Nikki (the Minister) will be making a phased return to work from Wednesday 23 October. As part of the return, she’s hoping to gradually reintroduce online services once again – however, until she undergoes a procedure in hospital on the 6th Dec. her working period per week will be substantially reduced compared to normal duties. Should all go well, it’s hoped that a return to full-time duties will commence from January 2025.
Thanks for your patience during this time.

In the meantime, huge thanks to everyone within the parish bounds and without, who have helped to keep everything else running smoothly. On the worship side of things, special thanks to Rev. George Shand for providing occasional supply, and also the worship team at Cairngryffe for being so willing to step in and help us with on-site worship, along with members of the Upper Clyde congregation.