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Announcements Sunday 22nd September 2024

Thank you to Philip who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Robert Edwards

Midweek at Helen’s Wednesday 25th Sept- 7:30pm – ALL WELCOME! Continuing to work through the book of Colossians. Please contact Philip for resources or more information.

FIRST NIGHT OF YF: Tonight Sunday 22nd September 7pm at the Manse. Open to everyone of secondary school age (11/12 years old). First night will be some food and games – bring a friend!

Committee Meeting: Thursday 3rd October at 8pm

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

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.

Inishowen Methodist Churches – Table Quiz, Friday 27th September @ 7:30pm, Methodist Hall, Moville. A multi-round trivia with 6 per table ,(there can be more if they are children),

it’s open to all ages, families etc. No entry fee, but donations welcome in aid of

Hughie’s Corner

Prayer Brunch at the Manse – Saturday 28th September @ 10am. Everyone welcome as we try to make prayer a more vibrant part of our faith family life.

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 Friday 4th October 2024.

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

Announcements Sunday 15th September 2024

Thank you to Jonny Doey who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots

Inishowen4 Joint Session Meeting at the Manse: – Tuesday 17th September @ 7:30pm refreshments provided

Bowling Club AGM to be held on Tuesday 17th September in the hall at 8pm

Midweek at the Manse starts back this Wednesday 18th September 7:45pm onwards.  No question sheets, just a time of reflection and prayer.

Sharing God’s Word Pilot Course – A 6 week course aimed at equipping folks to handling the Bible better. Starting 16th September, 7:30pm – 9pm, Lowe Memorial, Finaghy. Booking essential – please speak to Philip.

YF:Preliminary Date for the start of YF: Sunday 22nd September 7pm at the Manse. Open to everyone of secondary school age. First night will be some food and games – bring a friend!

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.

Inishowen Methodist Churches – Table Quiz, Friday 27th September @ 7:30pm, Methodist Hall, Moville. A multi-round trivia with 6 per table ,(there can be more if they’re children),

it’s open to all ages, families etc. No entry fee, but donations welcome in aid of

Hughie’s Corner

Prayer Brunch at the Manse – Saturday 28th September @ 10am. Everyone welcome as we try to make prayer a more vibrant part of our faith family life.

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 Friday 4th October 2024.

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

Prayer for Rev. Marty McNeely, Minister of Fahan – continue to hold Marty, his wife Julie and their two children, Joshua and Martha in our prayers as he recovers from

Announcements Sunday 8th September 2024

Thank you to Philip who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Jonny Doey

Presbytery meeting at Magee University on Tuesday 10th September @ 7:30pm – Rep elders open to attend.

Midweek Bible Study, Wednesday 11th Sept. at Helen’s 7:30pm onward. Continuing our study in the book of Colossians. Everyone welcome to attend. 

Hidden Hope in Lament Conference at Union Theological College
Thursday 5th – Friday 6th September, cost £40 per day or £60 for two days.

If interested please talk to Philip

St. Johnson PC 300th Anniversary Service tonight Sunday 8th September @ 7:30pm followed by supper. The moderator will be the guest preacher.

Autumn Series: In the coming weeks we will be starting our Autumn Series called “Surprised by Jesus” which will be based on a book by Dane Ortlund. Copies will be available in the coming weeks for the princely sum of €2!

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 Friday 4th October 2024.

Sharing God’s Word Pilot Course – A 6 week course aimed at equipping folks to handling the Bible better. Starting 16th September, 7:30pm – 9pm, Lowe Memorial, Finaghy. Booking essential – please speak to Philip.

Inishowen4 Joint Session Meeting at the Manse: – Tuesday 17th September @ 7:30pm

 refreshments provided

Midweek at the Manse starts back Wednesday 18th September 7:45pm onwards.

YF:Preliminary Date for the start of YF: Sunday 22nd September 7pm at the Manse. Open to everyone of secondary school age. First night will be some food and games – bring a friend!

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

Surprised by Jesus series.  In the coming weeks we will be starting our Autumn Series called “Surprised by Jesus” which will be based on a book by Dane Ortlund. Copies will be available in the coming weeks for the princely sum of €2!

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

Prayer for Rev. Marty McNeely, Minister of Fahan – Marty had surgery on Wednesday to have a tumour removed – please pray for him, his wife Julie and their two children, Joshua and Martha.

Announcements Sunday 1st September 2024

Thank you to Andy Lamberton who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots


Church Family BBQ at the Manse:today
1st September 3-6pm.
Inishowen4 Family BBQ at the Moville Manse, Sunday 1st September, 3-6pmEveryone welcome – F93 X9TRIf you are able to park at Moville PC or Glencrow hall and walk down that would be immensely appreciated.

Presbytery meeting at Magee University on Tuesday 10th September @ 7:30pm – Rep elders open to attend.

Hidden Hope in Lament Conference at Union Theological College
Thursday 5th – Friday 6th September, cost £40 per day or £60 for two days.

If interested please talk to Philip

St. Johnson PC 300th Anniversary Service Sunday 8th September @ 7:30pm followed by supper. The moderator will be the guest preacher.

Re-Imagine Moville Saturday 7th September 11am-3pm – Historical heritage walking tour of the lower part of Moville. If you would like to be involved or would be interested in taking part, please talk to Philip and he will put you in contact with the organisers. As part of this event, the church will be open and Philip will be there during the day for conversations.

Autumn Series: In the coming weeks we will be starting our Autumn Series called “Surprised by Jesus” which will be based on a book by Dane Ortlund. Copies will be available in the coming weeks for the princely sum of €2!

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 Friday 4th October 2024.

Sharing God’s Word Pilot Course – A 6 week course aimed at equipping folks to handling the Bible better. Starting 16th September, 7:30pm – 9pm, Lowe Memorial, Finaghy. Booking essential – please speak to Philip.

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

Prayer for Rev. Marty McNeely, Minister of Fahan – Marty will be undergoing surgery on Monday to have a tumour removed – please pray for him, his wife Julie and their two children, Joshua and Martha.

Announcements Sunday 25th August 2024

Thank you to Philip who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Andy Lamberton

High Tea @Greenbank Hall:next Friday 30th August. Booking is essential by this Tuesday 27th August.  Please call or message Kathleen on 00447753125275 or email k_steele116@hotmail.com

Price €15 for adults & €7.50 for children.  Proceeds in aid of property funds.


Church Family BBQ at the Manse: next
Sunday 1st September 3-6pm.
Please let Philip know if you plan to attend and let him know of any specific dietary requirements. If we could follow the same pattern as last year with some folks bringing deserts/sweet treats that would be immensely appreciated.

Hidden Hope in Lament Conference at Union Theological College
Thursday 5th – Friday 6th September, cost £40 per day or £60 for two days.

If interested please talk to Philip

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 Friday 4th October 2024.

Sharing God’s Word Pilot Course – A 6 week course aimed at equipping folks to handling the Bible better. Starting 16th September, 7:30pm – 9pm, Lowe Memorial, Finaghy. Booking essential – please speak to Philip.

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

Announcements Sunday 18th August 2024

Thank you to Rev Ian Clean who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday will be conducted by RevPhilip Poots

High Tea @Greenbank Hall:  Friday 30th August. Booking is essential by Tuesday 27th August.  Please call or message Kathleen on 00447753125275 or email

k_steele116 @hotmail.com

Price €15 for adults & €7.50 for children.  Proceeds in aid of property funds.


Church Family BBQ at the Manse: 
Sunday 1st September 3-6pm.
Please let Philip know if you plan to attend and let him know of any specific dietary requirements. If we could follow the same pattern as last year with some folks bringing deserts/sweet treats that would be immensely appreciated.

Hidden Hope in Lament Conference at Union Theological College
Thursday 5th – Friday 6th September, cost £40 per day or £60 for two days.

If interested please talk to Philip

Sharing God’s Word Pilot Course – A 6 week course aimed at equipping folks to handling the Bible better. Starting 16th September, 7:30pm – 9pm, Lowe Memorial, Finaghy. Booking essential – please speak to Philip.

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

Announcements Sunday 11th August 2024

Thank you to Philip who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Ian McClean

High Tea @Greenbank Hall:  Friday 30th August. Booking is essential by Tuesday 27th August.  Please call or message Kathleen on 07753125275 or email k_steele116@hotmail.com

Price €15 for adults & €7.50 for children.  Proceeds in aid of property funds.


Preliminary Date for Church Family BBQ at the Manse: 
Sunday 1st September 3-6pm.

Announcements Sunday 4th August 2024

Thank you to Norman McCracken who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots

Summer SaturdayTeas at Malin Presbyterian Church.  Final day will be next Sat  10th August (2-5pm).  Cost Adults €6 & Children €3

Philip on annual leave until- 6th August
Cover details below.  Please contact one of the elders if you require the services of a minister.

Craig Wilson: 1st to the 6th August


Preliminary Date for Church Family BBQ at the Manse: 
Sunday 1st September 3-6pm.

Announcements Sunday 28th July 2024

Thank you to Rev Drew Abernethy who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Norman McCracken

Summer SaturdayTeas at Malin Presbyterian Church continue for the next 2 Saturdays (2-5pm).  3rd August  and Saturday 10th August. Cost Adults €6 & Children €3

Philip’s annual leave until- 6th August
Cover details below.  Please contact one of the elders if you require the services of a minister.

Lindsay Blair: 15th to the 31st July –

Craig Wilson: 1st to the 6th August


Preliminary Date for Church Family BBQ at the Manse: 
Sunday 1st September 3-6pm.

Announcements Sunday 21st July 2024

Thank you to Philip Leonard who is conducting the service today

Service next Sunday will be conducted by Rev Drew Abernethy

Summer SaturdayTeas at Malin Presbyterian Church continue for the next 3 Saturdays (2-5pm).  Saturday 27th July, 3rd August  and Saturday 10th August.

Cost Adults €6 & Children €3

Points for prayer

Pray for all who have experienced bereavement within their family circle recently.

Pray for all of those who are sick and ill at this time.

Philip’s annual leave: 9th July – 6th August
Cover details below.  Please contact one of the elders if you require the services of a minister.

Alastair Rosborough: 9th to the 14th July –

Lindsay Blair: 15th to the 31st July –

Craig Wilson: 1st to the 6th August


Preliminary Date for Church Family BBQ at the Manse: 
Sunday 1st September 3-6pm.