Thank you to Jonny Doey who is conducting the service this morning.

Service next Sunday at 10.30am will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots

Youth Fellowship at Greenbank Hall –tonight Sunday 25th February 7.30-8.30pm: continuing to work through the book, please read the next chapter. Everyone of secondary school age and above is welcome. Please note the change of venue.

Praise Evening – Methodist Hall Moville – This evening (25th February) @ 7.30pm.  Everyone welcome – tea and biscuits served afterwards

Midweek at the Manse – this Wednesday 28th February –7.45pm onwards: Everyone is welcome as we take some time to look deeper at Mark 15:1-5 Question sheets available on the porch table. As always coffee/tea and some treats provided.

Awareness Raising Session “Confronting Abuse within our Church“ this Tuesday 27th February, 7.30pm at Strabane PC, no need to register, everyone welcome.

Joint Session Meeting: this Thursday 29th February at the Moville Manse @ 7.30pm –

Notice of Presbytery for Derry and Donegal meeting: Tuesday 5th March, Milford PC @ 7.30pm

Abaana African Children’s Choir Concert  in Pius X church Moville  – Friday 8th March @ 7.30pm – free entry, offering for Abaana charity. There is a need for host families for the children and chaperones if you are able to help please contact Philip so he can pass on your details.

Points for Prayer:

Please pray for the family of Billy Doherty on his recent passing and the connections within our faith families. We especially remember Claire, Keith, Euan and Dare on the loss of a father, father-in-law and grandfather.

Thank you to Philip who is conducting the service this morning.

Service next Sunday at 10.30am will be conducted by Jonny Doey

Lay Witness Weekend Sunday 18th February 2024 

Combined service in Churh of Ireland  – (open to all) 12noon
Farewell lunch (booking required) – 1:30pm

Evening Celebration (open to all) – 7:30pm
[Contact Karen Porter – 00447547572144]

Midweek at Helen’s – Wednesday 21st February –7.30pm onwards: everyone is welcome as we continue to work through the book of Colossians. If you would like to avail of any of the resources before Wednesday please contact Philip.

Youth Fellowship at Greenbank Hall – Sunday 25th January 7.30-8.30pm: continuing to work through the book, please read the next chapter. Everyone of secondary school age and above is welcome. Please note the change of venue.

Awareness Raising Session “Confronting Abuse within our Church“ Tuesday 27th February, 7.30pm at Strabane PC, no need to register, everyone welcome.

Prelimary Date for Joint Session Meeting: Thursday 29th February at the Moville Manse – please let Philip know asap whether this date is suitable

Good as New Shop  Our recent Good as New Shop in aid of Ard Aoibhinn, Alzheimer’s Unit Carndonagh  & Irish Guide Dogs has now closed. Thanks to everyone who helped & supported these 2 great causes in any way.  Your kindness & generosity is greatly appreciated.  Rebecca & Wendy

Thank you to Andy Lamberton who is conducting the service this morning.

Service next Sunday at 10.30am will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots

Midweek at the Moville Manse – Wednesday 14th February – 7.45pm onwards: everyone is welcome and there will be some tea/coffee and treats. Question sheets on the porch table.

Lay Witness Weekend 16th -18th February 2024 – the Methodist church in Moville are organising a Lay Witness weekend in February during which Christians from around Ireland will come and share their faith stories to help encourage others to do so. As part of this weekend there will be various meals which they would like people to book.

Welcome Meal – Friday 16th February at 6.30PM

Men’s Breakfast – Saturday 17th February at 8.30AM

Meal For All – Saturday 17th February at 6.30PM

Farewell Lunch – Sunday 18th February at 1.30PM

There is no charge for meals, but please remember that places are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment. PLEASE DO BOOK IN ADVANCE

Book by calling Karen on 00447547572144, or email kporterimc@gmail.com

Further details on Inishowen Methodist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InishowenMethodistChurches

Awareness Raising Session “Confronting Abuse within our Church“ Tuesday 27th February, 7.30pm at Strabane PC, no need to register, everyone welcome.

Points for Prayer:

Pray for all members of each faith family to establish the rhythms of devotion, dedication and discipleship this year.

Pray for all within our faith families who have been touched by grief over recent weeks and months.

Pray for our new moderator elect, Richard Murray.

Good as New Shop now open, beside Neil J. Doherty Auctioneers, Pound Street, Carndonagh in aid of Ard Aoibhinn, Alzheimer’s Unit Carndonagh & Irish Guide Dogs.  Open Monday to Saturday from 10-5pm for another week. Donations welcome. For any further information please contact Wendy Doherty 

Thank you to Philip who is conducting the service this morning.

Service next Sunday at 10.30am will be conducted by Andy Lamberton

Presbytery Meeting at Faughanvale PC @ 7:30 sharp – representative elders please contact Philip.

Midweek at Helen’s – Wednesday 7th February –7.30pm: continuing to work through the book of Colossians. Contact Philip for any of the resources.

Youth Fellowship @ the Manse – Sunday 4th February 7-8.30pm: continuing to work through the book, please read the next chapter. Everyone of secondary school age and above is welcome. 

Points for Prayer:

Pray for all members of each faith family to establish the rhythms of devotion, dedication and discipleship this year.

Pray for our denomination as we elect a new moderator at Presbytery this week.

Pray for the Cummings, Cunningham and Buchanan families on the recent passing of baby Rosie. Pray particularly for Richard and Donna.
Pray for the family of Herbie Cunningham on his recent passing.

Lay Witness Weekend 16th -18th February 2024 – the Methodist church in Moville are organising a Lay Witness weekend in February during which Christians from around Ireland will come and share their faith stories to help encourage others to do so. As part of this weekend there will be various meals which they would like people to book.

Welcome Meal – Friday 16th February at 6.30PM

Men’s Breakfast – Saturday 17th February at 8.30AM

Meal For All – Saturday 17th February at 6.30PM

Farewell Lunch – Sunday 18th February at 1.30PM

There is no charge for meals, but please remember that places are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment. PLEASE DO BOOK IN ADVANCE

Book by calling Karen on 00447547572144, or email kporterimc@gmail.com

Further details on Inishowen MethodistFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InishowenMethodistChurches

Good as New Shop now open, beside Neil J. Doherty Auctioneers, Pound Street, Carndonagh in aid of Ard Aoibhinn, Alzheimer’s Unit Carndonagh & Irish Guide Dogs.  Open Monday to Saturday from 10-5pm for another 2 weeks. Donations welcome. For any further information please contact Wendy Doherty 

Thank you to Jonny Doey who is conducting the service this morning.

Service next Sunday at 10.30am will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots

Greenbank New Year Dinner: Fri 9^th February 2024 at 7pm … A 3-course meal with a choice of mains – roast beef or turkey and ham. Cost €25 per adult and €10 for children under 16-year-olds. Everyone welcome, but early booking is essential, as places are limited. To book ring or text Leta on 0879218922. Please do not leave a voice message. Or alternatively email: hlallison@outlook.ie Deadline for booking is Tuesday 6^th February, but places may be filled before then. Please note your choice for main course, and any dietary requirements when booking. Proceeds in aid of Greenbank property fund.

Philip on study leave: Philip will be away on study leave in USA until the 31st of January 2024 (returning 1st February). Please do continue to pray for Philip as he juggles studies and his commitment of being our pastor

Good as New Shop now open, beside Neil J. Doherty Auctioneers, Pound Street, Carndonagh in aid of Ard Aoibhinn, Alzheimer’s Unit Carndonagh & Irish Guide Dogs.  Open Monday to Saturday from 10-5pm for 4 weeks. Donations welcome. For any further information please contact Wendy Doherty 

A warm welcome and thank you to Rev Moore Casement who is conducting the service this morning.

Service next Sunday at 10.30am will be conducted by Jonny Doey

Youth Fellowship @ Greenbank PC tonight (Sunday 21st January) 7pm-8.30pm: continuing to work through the book, please read the next chapter. Everyone of secondary school age and above is welcome. PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE

Philip on study leave: Philip will be away on study leave in USA from 18th to the 31st of January 2024 (returning 1st February). Please do continue to pray for Philip as he juggles studies and his commitment of being our pastor

Good as New Shop opening tomorrow Monday 22nd January, beside Neil J. Doherty Auctioneers, Pound Street, Carndonagh in aid of Ard Aoibhinn, Alzheimer’s Unit Carndonagh & Irish Guide Dogs.  Open Monday to Saturday from 10-5pm for 4 weeks. Donations welcome. For any further information please contact Wendy Doherty 

Greenbank New Year Dinner: Fri 9^th February 2024 at 7pm … A 3-course meal with a choice of mains – roast beef or turkey and ham. Cost €25 per adult and €10 for children under 16-year-olds. Everyone welcome, but early booking is essential, as places are limited. To book ring or text Leta on 0879218922. Please do not leave a voice message. Or alternatively email: hlallison@outlook.ie Deadline for booking is Tuesday 6^th February, but places may be filled before then. Please note your choice for main course, and any dietary requirements when booking. Proceeds in aid of Greenbank property fund.

A warm welcome and thank you to Stephen Kerr who is conducting the service this morning.

Service next Sunday at 10.30am will be conducted by Rev Moore Casement

Evening Service in Fahan PC tonight (Sun 14^th Jan) @8pm will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots.  Prayer Ministry available.

Midweek at the Manse this Wednesday 17th January – everyone welcome from 7.45pm, tea and coffee and questions to help guide our discussion are available on the porch table or from Philip directly.

FARMING IN FAITH

Invitation to Farming in Faith on Monday 15th January 2024 at 8.15pm.

To pray for, and with, farmers. In Manorcunningham Community Centre F92

W727. Speakers: Billy McMahon – Farmer ‘My experience of depression’.

Richard McNeely – Farmer/ Christian Counsellor who will examine emotional

health issues in a changing farming environment.  Everybody will be very welcome.

Youth Fellowship @ Greenbank PC next Sunday 21st January 7pm-8.30pm: continuing to work through the book, please read the next chapter. Everyone of secondary school age and above is welcome. PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE

Points for Prayer:

Pray for all members of each faith family to establish the rhythms of devotion, dedication and discipleship this year.

Pray for the Cummings, Cunningham and Buchanan families on the recent passing of baby Rosie. Pray particularly for Richard and Donna.

Philip DMin Studies: Also for your diaries some advance notice that Philip’s next time of study in the States will be from the 18th to the 31st of January 2024 (returning 1st February). Please do continue to pray for Philip as he juggles studies and his commitment of being our pastor

Good as New Shop opening Monday 22nd January, beside Neil J. Doherty Auctioneers, Pound Street, Carndonagh in aid of Ard Aoibhinn, Alzheimer’s Unit Carndonagh & Irish Guide Dogs.  Open Monday to Saturday from 10-5pm for 4 weeks. Donations welcome. For any further information please contact Wendy Doherty 

Thank you to Philip who is conducting our Communion service this morning.

Youth Fellowship outing to YPC tonight Sunday 7th January @ 8pm
No youth fellowship at the manse but please contact Philip, Florence or Winsome to organise lifts.

Midweek Bible Study at Helen’s – Wednesday 10th January @7.30pm – continuing to work through the book of Colossians, please contact Philip if you require any of the resources.

FARMING IN FAITH

Invitation to Farming in Faith on Monday 15th January 2024 at 8.15pm.

To pray for, and with, farmers. In Manorcunningham Community Centre F92

W727. Speakers:

Billy McMahon – Farmer ‘My experience of depression’.

Richard McNeely – Farmer/ Christian Counsellor who will examine emotional

health issues in a changing farming environment.

Everybody will be very welcome.

Freewill offering contributions:  Please ensure free will offering contributions for inclusion for 2023 are submitted today.

Points for Prayer:

Pray for all members of each faith family to establish the rhythms of devotion, dedication and discipleship this year.Philip DMin Studies: Also for your diaries some advance notice that Philip’s next time of study in the States will be from the 18th to the 31st of January 2024 (returning 1st February). Please do continue to pray for Philip as he juggles studies and his commitment of being our pasto

Joint service in Malin PC @12noon today will be conducted by Mark Hawthorne….no service in Carndonagh

New year Communion Service next Sunday at 10.30am will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots

Thanks
Philip wishes to thank everyone for their kindness and generosity coming up to Christmas – thank you to everyone who sent cards and gave gifts, it really is much appreciated.

YPC 2024 Lisneal College 5th-7th January 2024 @ 8pm each evening
YPC Ladies Coffee Morning – White Horse Hotel @ 10:30am – check facebook for more details.

Youth Fellowship outing to YPC next Sunday 7th January @ 8pm
No youth fellowship at the manse but please contact Philip, Florence and Winsome to organise lifts.

Midweek Study at the Manse – Wednesday 3rd January – time of reflection and prayer. Everyone welcome from 7.45pm, tea/coffee and treats served.

Midweek Bible Study at Helen’s – Wednesday 10th January @7.30pm – continuing to work through the book of Colossians, please contact Philip if you require any of the resources.

Magazine subscriptions: Presbyterian Herald & Wider World subscriptions are now due.  Herald is €24.  Wider World €7.  Please forward by end of the month to Carol (Herald) & Julie (Wider world)

World development Appeal  & annul maintenance of grounds envelopes are available on the porch table.  Please submit asap.  Thank you.

Freewill offering contributions:  If you wish to add to your contributions please do so by the end of December.

Points for Prayer:

Pray for all members of each faith family to establish the rhythms of devotion, dedication and discipleship this year.

Pray for the family circle of Wayne and Shakira Armstrong on the sudden and tragic passing of Shakira’s father.

Philip DMin Studies: Also for your diaries some advance notice that Philip’s next time of study in the States will be from the 18th to the 31st of January 2024 (returning 1st February). Please do continue to pray for Philip as he juggles studies and his commitment of being our pastor

United Inishowen 4 Family service today in Moville PC will be conducted by Rev Philip Poots. No service in Carndonagh, Malin & Greenbank

Services next Sunday will be held in Malin PC and Greenbank PC at 12 noon

Service in Malin PC will be conducted by Mark Hawthorne and in Greenbank by Rev Philip Poots.  No service at Carndonagh or Moville.

Christmas Day no in-person service, short reflection available on Facebook, You tube and via the Inishowen4 website.

Magazine subscriptions: Presbyterian Herald & Wider World subscriptions are now due.  Herald is €24.  Wider World €7.  Please forward by end of the month to Carol (Herald) & Julie (Wider world)

DERRY/DONEGAL PRESBYTERY NEW SHEET– Within the Presbytery there is a movement to start up the Derry/Donegal News Sheet again at a cost of approximately €12/£12. Sammy Wasson from the Presbytery will be heading this up.  One thing to highlight from Sammy about this new venture: “Due to the ever-increasing work load on ministers, it is vital that it is a member of the congregation that will take on this task.” Please contact Philip or one of the elders if you have a desire to be the News Sheet representative and provide congregational content for it

World development Appeal  & annul maintenance of grounds envelopes are available on the porch table.  Please submit by the end of the month.  Thank you.

Freewill offering contributions:  If you wish to add to your contributions please do so by the end of December.

Philip DMin Studies: Also for your diaries some advance notice that Philip’s next time of study in the States will be from the 18th to the 31st of January 2024 (returning 1st February). Please do continue to pray for Philip as he juggles studies and his commitment of being our pastor