R O S E M A R Y P R E S B Y T E R I A N C H U R C H
Sunday 25th April 2010, 11.00am
Sacrament of Baptism
Rev Philip McCrea
Mission Statement:
‘We believe we are called to worship God, to share the good news of Jesus Christ with all, to enable believers to mature in their faith and deepen their fellowship and equip them for the ministry of reaching out to others in need.’
Welcome & Announcements
Focus for the Service
Praise: ‘Come now is the time to worship’
IPH 220 ‘My Jesus, my Saviour’
Prayer of Praise
Song: ‘Lord help me to tell your story’
Sacrament of Baptism: Reece & Katie Bell
IPH 375 ‘Our children, Lord, in faith and prayer’
(Children leave for Sunday School and Bible Class)
Offering
Doxology IPH 488 vr 1 & chorus & Dedication
Prayer for Others
Bible Reading
IPH 500 ‘God of grace amazing wonder’
Sermon
IPH 621 ‘Lord the light of Your love is shining’
Closing Prayer
Benediction
Website: www.rosemarypresbyterianchurch.org
^ W E L C O M E
A very warm welcome is extended to all who have joined us for worship today. Visitors are asked to sign the Visitor’s Book in the porch and introduce themselves to the Minister or any of the Elders after the service. Anyone who wishes to join the congregation is requested to fill in a yellow card which can be found in the church pews and return it to the Minister.
^ TODAY, SUNDAY 25TH APRIL:
May Prayer Diary available from the church porch.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will be held immediately after this morning’s service – it will be a very short meeting of around 10 minutes.
6.30pm Presbytery Service in Carnmoney Presbyterian Church
^ PASTORAL CARE
If you require the services of the Minister please contact:
Rev. Philip McCrea. 9077 8164 / philip.mccrea@ntlworld.com
^ PRAYER FOCUS: MALAWI
Second term at Zomba Theological College (ZTC) commenced on 13th April, and the College continues to face many challenges. Rev Mazizwa, the Principal, was granted three months sick leave from 8th March. In his absence, Rev Silas Ncozana is serving as Acting Principal and faces a daunting task, given the very significant amount of debt carried by the College, largely due to the arrears in contributions from participating Synods, and the more limited availability of funding from international partners. There is an urgent need for the CCAP to devise a plan that would allow ZTC to become more sustainable; continue to play its important role in theological training in Malawi; and encourage the unity of the CCAP. Prayer Points:
· Pray for Rev Ncozana as he manages ZTC; and for healing and restoration of health for Rev Mazizwa.
· Pray for the CCAP, that they would be able to devise a plan that would allow ZTC to become more substainable.
^ PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN – P.W.
Anyone going to the P.W. dinner on Tuesday 11th May 2010 is asked to give their money (£12) to Avril Hunter by today Sunday 25th April.
^ ADVERTISING IN CHURCH MAGAZINE ‘REVIVE’
Any member of the congregation who is in business and would wish to advertise in our Church Magazine please contact:
Margaret Sterrett 9071 6396 for further information.
^ UP DATE RE FINANCE & COMMITTEE MEETINGS
· No meetings to be held during this month of April.
· A.G.M. after morning service today Sunday 25th April.
· Date of next Committee Meeting – Tuesday 11th May.
^ KIRK SESSION MEETING : TOMORROW, MONDAY 26TH APRIL AT 7.30PM.
^ Marriage Preparation Classes
Began on Thursday 22nd April for (4 weeks) at 8.00pm in the Coffee Bar.
If you are getting married in Rosemary Presbyterian Church you should plan to attend these classes. Further details from Philip McCrea.
^ May
Sunday 9th Christian Aid Lunch
Tuesday 11th Finance at 7.00pm & Committee Meeting at 8.00pm
^ A CALL FOR ACTION FOR TODAYS PERSECUTED CHURCH FAMILY
Saturday 1st May – St Anne’s Cathedral. The Cathedral will host an interactive prayer devotion for those whom faith costs the most.
10am – 4pm Prayer. 7.30pm - 9.00pm Worship Service.
For further information go to www.opendoorsuk.org./ireland
^ TOMMY SANDS CONCERT
Friday 8th May in Whitehouse Presbyterian Church.
Minimum donation £10 per ticket (includes refreshments) in aid of Habitat for Humanity NI Big Build for Romania 2010.
Contact: Heather 90851210 or Michael 07919 890641.
^ SUNDAY SERVICES IN MAY 2010
2nd 11.00am Rev Philip McCrea
7.00pm Rev Philip McCrea
9th 11.00am Rev Philip McCrea
7.00pm Rev Philip McCrea (Communion Service)
16th 11.00am Rev John Finlay (Harryville)
7.00pm Rev Philip McCrea
23rd 11.00am Morning Worship
7.00pm Rev Philip McCrea
30th 11.00am Rev Philip McCrea
7.00pm Rev Philip McCrea
8.00pm Youth Fellowship Invitation Night
What’s on in Rosemary Church
APRIL / MAY 2010
Sun 25th 10.45am … Creche
11.20pm … Sunday School & Bible Class
… A.G.M. after morning service.
6.30pm … Presbytery Service in Carnmoney
Mon 26th 7.34pm … 4HIM – Men’s Bible Study
8.00pm … French Group
7.45pm … Drama Group
Tues 27th 12.30pm … Lunch Club
6.30pm … Brownies
6.45pm … Rainbows
8.00pm … Guides & Rangers
Wed 28th 10.30am … Painting Group
6.45pm … Anchor Boys
7.45pm … Drama Group
8.00pm … Crochet Class
Thurs 29th 6.45pm … Junior B.B.
7.30pm … B.B. Company Section
8.00pm … Marriage Preparation Class
Fri 30th 6.30pm … Friday Bible Club
Sun 2nd 11.00am .. Rev Philip McCrea
7.00pm … Rev Philip McCrea