Thank You to Andy Lamberton who is conducting the service today  

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots

Moville Presbyterian Church:  Carols by Candlelight: Tonight Sunday 8th December @ 7:30pm

Midweek at Manse this THURSDAY 12th December: 7:45pm onwards–Note change of day. Questions in the usual places or available directly from Philip.  Christmas Supper and a time for reflection and prayer. **Last one of 2024**

Youth Fellowship at the Manse Christmas Supper – SATURDAY 14th December 7-8:30pm **Please note the change of day/date**

Christmas Day:

Christmas Morning Family Service 10:30am @ Malin Presbyterian Church
Tea and biscuits served before the service.

United Appeal and Repair Fund – There is a collection box in the vestibule for United Appeal and Repair Fund donation, please feel free to use this to give to these specific ministries.

Maintenance of grounds envelopes are now available on the porch table.

Carndonagh Whatsapp Group – We are looking to set up a Hillhead Whatsapp group to help arrange and publicise activities. To comply with GDPR regulations please add your details to the sheet available in the porch.

Church accounts will close on 31^st December. Please ensure you have all contributions for 2024 submitted by Sunday 29^th December.

Magazine Subscriptions: PW magazine (Inspiration) and Presbyterian Herald are now due.  Please forward to Julie (Inspiration magazine -€12) and Carol (Presbyterian Herald-€22).

If you would like to subscribe to these magazines for 2025 please speak to Julie/Carol.

Membership / Communicant Classes:

Philip has had folks talk to him recently about membership/communicant classes and he envisages starting these in the New Year. These classes will be for anyone considering membership or transferring membership who want to know more about what it means to be a Christian, a Presbyterian, and what it means to come to the Lord’s Table. Please note that one prerequisite of these classes is regular attendance at worship.
If you are interested in attending please let Philip know.

Cornhill Evening Bible Classes at Kilfennan PC: This evening course is designed to help folks understand the Bible better. Philip highly recommends this course and would love for people to sign up. Dates: January 14, 21, 28 & Feb 4th – Time:7:30-9:30pm, cost £25 but subsidies available. More information available from Philip or www.cornhillbelfast.org

Points for Prayer:

Please continue to pray for the Rev. Marty McNeely, his wife Julie and their children, Joshua and Martha.

Pray for our congregations over the Christmas time that the Light of the World will shine through us into our community

Please let Philip know if there are any prayer requests you would like shared amongst our congregations/faith families.

As the congregations are aware for the last number of years we have been trying to get some extra help for Philip and sadly this has not materialised. However, as we seek to explore different avenues for additional help for the four congregations, the opportunity of having another minister for a period of 6 months has become possible. We are hoping that from January 2025 for a period of 6 months the Rev. Jon Dennis and his family from Canada will join with us. Please do pray for the paperwork and logistics which have to be ironed out over the coming weeks. This opportunity is being facilitated by a generous donation from CMI.

 We are in search of an automatic car which could be borrowed by the Denis family for the duration of their stay, if anyone can help with this please contact Philip.

New Series Launch: Our new series “Surprised by Jesus” is now underway. The book this series is based on is available for €2, please do take a copy.

Thank You to Philip who is conducting the service today  

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Andy Lamberton

Youth Fellowship – for kids of secondary school age . Tonight Sunday 1st December: 7-8:30pm at the Manse

Derry and Donegal Presbytery Tuesday 3rd December, Strabane PC @ 7:30pm – rep. elders please contact Philip regarding travel arrangements.

Midweek at Helen’s Wednesday 4th December 7:30pm: everyone welcome as we embark on a new series looking through the Psalms.

The Edge Letterkenny, Trinity Presbyterian 8-10pm, Saturday 7th December: Youth Event for kids of secondary school age – please let Philip know if you are interested in going so he can arrange transport.

MovillePC:  Carols by Candlelight: next Sunday 8th December @ 7:30pm

Midweek at Manse Wednesday 11th December: 7:45pm onwards- questions in the usual places of available directly from Philip

Presbyterian Children’s Society:  Over the coming weeks you may donate to this.  Please place your donation in an envelope (on the porch table) and mark Presbyterian Children’s Society.

Earl Haig fund: You may place your donation in the box in the porch table over the next few weeks.

United Appeal and Repair Fund – There is a collection box in the vestibule for United Appeal and Repair Fund donation, please feel free to use this to give to these specific ministries.

Carndonagh Whatsapp Group – We are looking to set up a Hillhead Whatsapp group to help arrange and publicise activities. To comply with GDPR regulations please add your details to the sheet available in the vestibule.

Membership / Communicant Classes:

Philip has had folks talk to him recently about membership/communicant classes and he envisages starting these in the New Year. These classes will be for anyone considering membership or transferring membership who want to know more about what it means to be a Christian, a Presbyterian, and what it means to come to the Lord’s Table. Please note that one prerequisite of these classes is regular attendance at worship.
If you are interested in attending please let Philip know.

Cornhill Evening Bible Classes at Kilfennan PC: This evening course is designed to help folks understand the Bible better. Philip highly recommends this course and would love for people to sign up. Dates: January 14, 21, 28 & Feb 4th – Time:7:30-9:30pm, cost £25 but subsidies available. More information available from Philip or www.cornhillbelfast.org

Points for Prayer:

Please continue to pray for the Rev. Marty McNeely, his wife Julie and their children, Joshua and Martha. Marty will finish up his first course of treatment this week before chemo recommences on the 31st Dec.

Pray for those in our congregations who are ill.

Please let Philip know if there are any prayer requests you would like shared amongst our congregations/faith families.

As the congregations are aware for the last number of years we have been trying to get some extra help for Philip and sadly this has not materialised. However, as we seek to explore different avenues for additional help for the four congregations, the opportunity of having another minister for a period of 6 months has become possible. We are hoping that from January 2025 for a period of 6 months the Rev. Jon Dennis and his family from Canada will join with us. Please do pray for the paperwork and logistics which have to be ironed out over the coming weeks. This opportunity is being facilitated by a generous donation from CMI.

 We are in search of an automatic car which could be borrowed by the Denis family for the duration of their stay, if anyone can help with this please contact Philip.

New Series Launch: Our new series “Surprised by Jesus” is now underway. The book this series is based on is available for €2, please do take a copy.

Thank You to Jonny Doey who is conducting the service today  

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots

Youth Fellowship – for kids of secondary school age

Next Sunday 1st December: 7-8:30pm at the Manse

Inishowen Presbytery Hub Meeting this Wednesday 27th Nov@ 7:30pm: First meeting of the Inishowen Presbytery hub at Greenbank (upstairs if available – please let me know). [Please note that there will be no midweek at the manse this week].  This meeting is for Presbytery Rep. Elders and ministers. (Joseph McNeely, Campbell Armstrong, Barbara Smyth and Gordon Smyth.)

Monthly Prayer Brunch  next Saturday 30th November:10-11:30 am at the Moville Manse

MovillePC:  Carols by Candlelight: Sunday 8th December @ 7:30pm

Presbyterian Children’s Society:  Over the coming weeks you may donate to this.  Please place your donation in an envelope (on the porch table) and mark Presbyterian Children’s Society.

Earl Haig fund: You may place your donation in the box in the porch table over the next few weeks.

Membership / Communicant Classes:

Philip has had folks talk to him recently about membership/communicant classes and he envisages starting these in the New Year. These classes will be for anyone considering membership or transferring membership who want to know more about what it means to be a Christian, a Presbyterian, and what it means to come to the Lord’s Table. Please note that one prerequisite of these classes is regular attendance at worship.
If you are interested in attending please let Philip know.

Cornhill Evening Bible Classes at Kilfennan PC: This evening course is designed to help folks understand the Bible better. Philip highly recommends this course and would love for people to sign up. Dates: January 14, 21, 28 & Feb 4th – Time:7:30-9:30pm, cost £25 but subsidies available. More information available from Philip or www.cornhillbelfast.org

Points for Prayer:

Please continue to pray for the Rev. Marty McNeely, his wife Julie and their children, Joshua and Martha. Marty will finish up his first course of treatment this week before chemo recommences on the 31st Dec.

Pray for those in our congregations who are ill.

Please let Philip know if there are any prayer requests you would like shared amongst our congregations/faith families.

As the congregations are aware for the last number of years we have been trying to get some extra help for Philip and sadly this has not materialised. However, as we seek to explore different avenues for additional help for the four congregations, the opportunity of having another minister for a period of 6 months has become possible. We are hoping that from January 2025 for a period of 6 months the Rev. Jon Dennis and his family from Canada will join with us. Please do pray for the paperwork and logistics which have to be ironed out over the coming weeks. This opportunity is being facilitated by a generous donation from CMI.

 We are in search of an automatic car which could be borrowed by the Denis family for the duration of their stay, if anyone can help with this please contact Philip.

New Series Launch: Our new series “Surprised by Jesus” is now underway. The book this series is based on is available for €2, please do take a copy.

Thank You to Philip who is conducting the service today  

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Jonny Doey

Youth Fellowship – for kids of secondary school age
Tonight Sunday 17th November: 7-8:30pm at the Manse

Sunday 1st December: 7-8:30pm at the Manse

Annual Leave: Philip will use the last of his annual leave for 2024, 18th – 26th November. Alastair Rosborough is on call for emergency pastoral meetings.

Presbyterian Children’s Society:  Over the coming weeks you may donate to this.  Please place your donation in an envelope (on the porch table) and mark Presbyterian Children’s Society.

Earl Haig fund: You may place your donation in the box in the porch table over the next few weeks.

Membership / Communicant Classes:

Philip has had folks talk to him recently about membership/communicant classes and he envisages starting these in the New Year. These classes will be for anyone considering membership or transferring membership who want to know more about what it means to be a Christian, a Presbyterian, and what it means to come to the Lord’s Table. Please note that one prerequisite of these classes is regular attendance at worship.
If you are interested in attending please let Philip know.

Inishowen Presbytery Hub Meeting Wednesday 27th @ 7:30pm: First meeting of the Inishowen Presbytery hub at Greenbank (upstairs if available – please let me know). [Please note that there will be no midweek at the manse this week].  This meeting is for Presbytery Rep. Elders and ministers. (Joseph McNeely, Campbell Armstrong, Barbara Smyth and Gordon Smyth.)

Monthly Prayer Brunch Saturday 30th November:10-11:30 am at the Moville Manse

MovillePC:  Carols by Candlelight: Sunday 8th December @ 7:30pm

Cornhill Evening Bible Classes at Kilfennan PC: This evening course is designed to help folks understand the Bible better. Philip highly recommends this course and would love for people to sign up. Dates: January 14, 21, 28 & Feb 4th – Time:7:30-9:30pm, cost £25 but subsidies available. More information available from Philip or www.cornhillbelfast.org

Points for Prayer:

Please continue to pray for the Rev. Marty McNeely, his wife Julie and their children, Joshua and Martha. Marty will finish up his first course of treatment this week before chemo recommences on the 31st Dec.

Pray for those in our congregations who are ill.

Please let Philip know if there are any prayer requests you would like shared amongst our congregations/faith families.

As the congregations are aware for the last number of years we have been trying to get some extra help for Philip and sadly this has not materialised. However, as we seek to explore different avenues for additional help for the four congregations, the opportunity of having another minister for a period of 6 months has become possible. We are hoping that from January 2025 for a period of 6 months the Rev. Jon Dennis and his family from Canada will join with us. Please do pray for the paperwork and logistics which have to be ironed out over the coming weeks. This opportunity is being facilitated by a generous donation from CMI.

 We are in search of an automatic car which could be borrowed by the Denis family for the duration of their stay, if anyone can help with this please contact Philip.

New Series Launch: Our new series “Surprised by Jesus” is now underway. The book this series is based on is available for €2, please do take a copy.

Thank You to Andy Lamberton who is conducting the service today  

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots

Midweek at Manse Wednesday 13th November: 7:45pm onwards- questions in the usual places of available directly from Philip

Youth Fellowship – for kids of secondary school age

Sunday 17th November: 7-8:30pm at the Manse

Sunday 1st December: 7-8:30pm at the Manse

Presbyterian Children’s Society:  Over the coming weeks you may donate to this.  Please place your donation in an envelope (on the porch table) and mark Presbyterian Children’s Society.

Earl Haig fund: You may place your donation in the box in the porch table over the next few weeks.

Membership / Communicant Classes:

Philip has had folks talk to him recently about membership/communicant classes and he envisages starting these in the New Year. These classes will be for anyone considering membership or transferring membership who want to know more about what it means to be a Christian, a Presbyterian, and what it means to come to the Lord’s Table. Please note that one prerequisite of these classes is regular attendance at worship.
If you are interested in attending please let Philip know.

Presbytery Reconfiguration Papers: Philip will be in contact with the elders this week to organise a date and time for conversations about the Presbytery Reconfiguration document.

Monthly Prayer Brunch Saturday 30th November:10-11:30 am at the Moville Manse

Annual Leave: Philip will use the last of his annual leave for 2024, 18th – 26th November.

Points for Prayer:

Please continue to pray for the Rev. Marty McNeely, his wife Julie and children’s, Joshua and Martha.

Pray for those in our congregations who are ill.

Please let Rev. Philip Poots know if there are any prayer requests you would like shared amongst our congregations/faith families

As the congregations are aware for the last number of years we have been trying to get some extra help for Philip and sadly this has not materialised. However, as we seek to explore different avenues for additional help for the four congregations, the opportunity of having another minister for a period of 6 months has become possible. We are hoping that from January 2025 for a period of 6 months the Rev. Jon Dennis and his family from Canada will join with us. Please do pray for the paperwork and logistics which have to be ironed out over the coming weeks. This opportunity is being facilitated by a generous donation from CMI.

New Series Launch: Our new series “Surprised by Jesus” is now underway. The book this series is based on is available for €2, please do take a copy.

Communion service this morning will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots.  

A warm welcome and thank you to Rev Jonathan Landry Cruse who will deliver the sermon.

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Andy Lamberton and will include a short act of remembrance.

Harvest Services

Greenbank PC: tonight Sunday 3rd November @ 7:30pm.  Rev. Alan Burke (Lissara Presbyterian Church) & The Derry & Donegal Presbytery Choir.  Harvest supper provided.

Youth Fellowship – for kids of secondary school age

Sunday 3rd November: Methodist YF “Play it by Ear” 7pm in the Methodist Hall

Sunday 17th November: 7-8:30pm at the Manse

Sunday 1st December: 7-8:30pm at the Manse

Notice for Rep Elders: Tuesday 5th November Presbytery at Donoughmore at 7:30pm.

Midweek at Helen’s – next  Friday 8th November: 7:30pm onwards [please note change of day]

Presbyterian Children’s Society:  Over the coming weeks you may donate to this.  Please place your donation in an envelope (on the porch table) and mark Presbyterian Children’s Society.

Earl Haig fund: You may place your donation in the box in the porch table over the next few weeks.

Points for Prayer:

Please continue to pray for the Rev. Marty McNeely, his wife Julie and children’s, Joshua and Martha.

Pray for those in our congregations who are ill.

Please let Rev. Philip Poots know if there are any prayer requests you would like shared amongst our congregations/faith families

As the congregations are aware for the last number of years we have been trying to get some extra help for Philip and sadly this has not materialised. However, as we seek to explore different avenues for additional help for the four congregations, the opportunity of having another minister for a period of 6 months has become possible. We are hoping that from January 2025 for a period of 6 months the Rev. Jon Dennis and his family from Canada will join with us. Please do pray for the paperwork and logistics which have to be ironed out over the coming weeks. This opportunity is being facilitated by a generous donation from CMI.

New Series Launch: Our new series “Surprised by Jesus” is now underway. The book this series is based on is available for €2, please do take a copy.

A very warm welcome and thanks to Daniel Ballantyne who is conducting the service this morning

Sacrament of the Lord’s supper: Communion service  next Sunday will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots

Harvest Services

Malin PC tonight Sunday 27th October – Malin @ 7pm.  North West Gospel Choir & Rev. Philip Poots preaching.  Harvest supper provided

Greenbank PC: Sunday 3rd November @ 7:30pm.  Rev. Alan Burke (Lissara Presbyterian Church) &  The Derry & Donegal Presbytery Choir.  Harvest supper provided.

PW meeting in Greenbank Hall on Tuesday 29th October at 8pm. Daryl Nesbitt will be speaking on the work of Samaritan’s Purse.  Supper will be served. Everyone is welcome.

Midweek at the Manse – THURSDAY 31st October – time of reflection and prayer – supper provided. Please note the change of day to allow Philip to finish up work for Seminary. [please note change of day]

Youth Fellowship – for kids of secondary school age
Saturday 2nd November: 7-8:30pm at the Manse [please note change of day]
Sunday 3rd November: Methodist YF “Play it by Ear” 7pm in the Methodist Hall

Sunday 17th November: 7-8:30pm at the Manse

Sunday 1st December: 7-8:30pm at the Manse

Midweek at Helen’s – Advanced Notice Midweek at Helen’s Friday 8th November: 7:30pm onwards [please note change of day]

Presbyterian Children’s Society:  Over the coming weeks you may donate to this.  Please place your donation in an envelope ( on the porch table) and mark Presbyterian Children’s Society.

Points for Prayer:

Please continue to pray for the Rev. Marty McNeely, his wife Julie and children’s, Joshua and Martha.

Pray for those in our congregations who have lost loved ones recently.

Pray for those in our congregations who are ill.

Please let Rev. Philip Poots know if there are any prayer requests you would like shared amongst our congregations/faith families

As the congregations are aware for the last number of years we have been trying to get some extra help for Philip and sadly this has not materialised. However, as we seek to explore different avenues for additional help for the four congregations, the opportunity of having another minister for a period of 6 months has become possible. We are hoping that from January 2025 for a period of 6 months the Rev. Jon Dennis and his family from Canada will join with us. Please do pray for the paperwork and logistics which have to be ironed out over the coming weeks. This opportunity is being facilitated by a generous donation from CMI.

New Series Launch: Our new series “Surprised by Jesus” is now underway. The book this series is based on is available for €2, please do take a copy.

Thank you to Philip who is conducting the service this morning

Service next Sunday morning will be conducted by Daniel Ballantyne (assistant at Newmills Presbyterian church)

Harvest Services

Sunday 20th October – Moville @ 7:30pm
Rev. Alastair Rosborough (Knowhead and Ballyarnett Presbyterian)

Monday 21st October – Glacknadrummond Harvest @ 8pm
Rev. Jennifer Gault (Methodist minister from Limavady)

Sunday 27th October – Malin @ 7pm Rev. Philip Poots

Sunday 3rd November – Greenbank @ 7:30pm.  Rev. Alan Burke (Lissara Presbyterian Church)

Midweek at Helen’s – Wed 23rd October – 7:30pm onwards

Pre-Communion Service at Moville PC – Friday 25th October at 8pm – ALL WELCOME

Monthly Prayer Brunch at the Manse – Saturday 26th October @ 10am

Food provided, let Philip know of any dietary requirements.

New Series Launch: Our new series “Surprised by Jesus” is now underway. The book this series is based on is available for €2, please do take a copy.

Points for Prayer:

Please continue to pray for the Rev. Marty McNeely, his wife Julie and children’s, Joshua and Martha.

Pray for those in our congregations who have lost loved ones recently.

Pray for those in our congregations who are ill.

Please let Rev. Philip Poots know if there are any prayer requests you would like shared amongst our congregations/faith families

Thank you to Philip who is conducting the service this morning

Service next Sunday morning will be conducted by Andy Lamberton 

Harvest service @ 7.30pm this evening will be conducted by Rev Jonny McKane (New Row PC).  Musical guests: Hugh P and Maria.

Midweek at Helen’s – Wed 9th October – 7:30pm onwards. Looking at the book of Philemon. Everyone very welcome.

Committee Meeting: Thursday 10^th October at 8pm.  Agenda items to be with Philip/Linda by no later than Wednesday 9^th Oct.

Harvest Services

Friday 11th October – Whitecastle Harvest Supper Service @ 8pm
Mrs. Elaine Barnett (Lay Leader of the Methodist Church in Ireland)

Sunday 13th October – Fahan @ 8pm.   Rev. Philip Poots

Sunday 20th October – Moville @ 7:30pm
Rev. Alastair Rosborough (Knowhead and Ballyarnett Presbyterian)

Monday 21st October – Glacknadrummond Harvest @ 8pm
Rev. Jennifer Gault (Methodist minister from Limavady)

Sunday 27th October – Malin @ 7pm Rev. Philip Poots

Sunday 3rd November – Greenbank @ 7:30pm.  Rev. Alan Burke (Lissara Presbyterian Church – tbc)

New Series Launch: Our new series “Surprised by Jesus” is now underway. The book this series is based on is available for €2, please do take a copy.

Westminster Fellowship Elder’s Conference: Wednesday 16th October @ 7:30pm Rev. Dr. Marty Cowan speaking on Church Membership and Rev Kenny Hanna will give an update of his work as rural Chaplain.

Autism in the Church, Saturday 19th October at Donoughmore PC, 10am to 1pm

“Considering how members with ASD function in the body of Christ.” Booking encouraged – austisminthechurch@gmail.com

Donagh National School are running the Good as New shop in Carn and would welcome and appreciate any donations and visits!

Points for Prayer:

Please continue to pray for the Rev. Marty McNeely, his wife Julie and children’s, Joshua and Martha.

Pray for those in our congregations who have lost loved ones recently.

Pray for those in our congregations who are ill.

Please let Rev. Philip Poots know if there are any prayer requests you would like shared amongst our congregations/faith families

Monthly Prayer Brunch at the Manse – Saturday 26th October @ 10am

Food provided, let Philip know of any dietary requirements.

Thank you to Robert Edwards who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday morning will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots. 

Evening harvest service @ 7.30pm will be conducted by Rev Jonny McKane (New Row PC).  Musical guests: Hugh P and Maria.

Midweek at the Manse – Wed 2nd October – 7:45pm onward – ALL WELCOME!  A time of fellowship, food and reflection. (No question sheets)

BLOOD DONATION CLINIC @ Carndonagh  Community School

Wed 2^nd October, 2.30pm – 5pm & 7pm – 9.30pm

Thur 3^rd October, 2.30pm – 6.30pm

We welcome new donors aged 18+

Book an appointment on 1800 731 137

1 in 4 of us will need a blood transfusion in our lifetime…and 1 blood donation can save 3 lives

Committee Meeting: Thursday 10^th October at 8pm

Surprised by Jesus series.  New Series Launch: Our new series “Surprised by Jesus” will launch on the 22nd September. The book this series is based on is available for €2, please do take a copy.

Good News Club – Wednesday 2nd October, 6:30pm-7:30pm Greenbank Hall.

Derry & Donegal Presbytery education awards scheme.  This scheme offers education grants to young people who are members of a Donegal congregation of PCI to assist with expenses for first year of secondary school and for third level & further education & apprenticeship courses.

Application forms are now available on porch table. Closing date is next Friday 4^th October 2024.

Harvest Services

Sunday 13th October – Fahan @ 8pm,  Rev. Philip Poots

Sunday 20th October – Moville @ 7:30pm
Rev. Alastair Rosborough (Knowhead and Ballyarnett Presbyterian)

Sunday 27th October – Malin @ 7pm Rev. Philip Poots

Sunday 3rd November – Greenbank @ 7:30pm.  Rev. Alan Burke (Lissara Presbyterian Church – tbc)

Westminster Fellowship Elder’s Conference: Wednesday 16th October @ 7:30pm Rev. Dr. Marty Cowan speaking on Church Membership and Rev Kenny Hanna will give an update of his work as rural Chaplain.

Autism in the Church, Saturday 19th October at Donoughmore PC, 10am to 1pm

“Considering how members with ASD function in the body of Christ.” Booking encouraged – austisminthechurch@gmail.com

Donagh National School are running the Good as New shop in Carn and would welcome and appreciate any donations and visits!

Points for Prayer:

Please continue to pray for the Rev. Marty McNeely, his wife Julie and children’s, Joshua and Martha.

Pray for those in our congregations who have lost loved ones recently.

Pray for those in our congregations who are ill.