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Sunday 23 October 2022
Services of Worship 11.00 am & 6.00 pm
Minister : Rev Sandor Fazakas 01478 611868
Session Clerk : Mr Bill Marshall 01478 650405
“Let love and faithfulness never leave you ;
bind them round your neck,
write them on the tablet of your heart.
Then you will win favour and a good name
in the sight of God and man”
MORNING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn CH 69 Come, let us to the Lord our God
Prayer
Readings Jude : 17 – 25
Isaiah 57 : 14 – 19
Hymn CH 352 Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty !
Prayer
Hymn CH 689 Nearer, my God, to thee
Sermon
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn CH 437 Love Divine, all loves excelling
Benediction
EVENING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn MP 31 Amazing grace
Prayer
Reading Matthew 7 : 7 – 20
Sermon
Hymn MP 54 Bind us together, Lord
Benediction
INTIMATIONS
Covid :
While the wearing of face-coverings and maintaining social distancing is no longer a legal requirement, The Scottish Government and the Church of Scotland advice is that in indoor settings the continuation of these practices should be encouraged.
With the continuing high number of cases of Covid cases in and around Portree, and the increasing number of visitors to our island we would strongly recommend that face-coverings (unless exempt) should still be worn in the church and throughout the service – including during the singing of praise items.
The existing cleaning and disinfecting regimes will continue with the church fully sanitised after each service.
All these procedures are designed to minimise the risks to anyone attending worship in the church.
Sunday Evening Services :
Evening services are held in the church each Sunday and commence at 6.00 pm.
Ladies’ Bible Study Group :
The Ladies’ Bible Study Group resumes in the Hall at 10.30 am this Tuesday. The group will be delighted to welcome any new ladies who would want to join them in fellowship and friendship.
The current topic is a discussion on the Book of Ruth.
Bible Study & Prayer Fellowship Services :
These services are held in the Church at 7.00 pm each Tuesday evening. All are invited to attend.
Pastoral Visits : The Minister asks that he be kept informed of any member of the congregation who is ill, in hospital or would welcome a visit from him.
Healing for Hurting Heart course : A six week Zoom course on this topic, starting on Thursday 27 October, is being offered and may be of interest to anyone who has experienced bereavement, conflict, illness etc.
A poster giving full details of the course and how to apply has been posted in the front vestibule.
Sunday School :
We are delighted to announce that after an absence of more than two years, Sunday School classes have resumed. However, they will not operate during the school holiday period and consequently the next meeting of Sunday School will be on 30 October.
If required, a creche facility will be available.
Sunday School has been one of the biggest casualties of the Covid lockdowns and the lack of younger members of the congregation has far reaching consequences for the future membership of the church.
We hope that members of the congregation will spread the word of the reopening and encourage families and friends to bring, or send, their children on the 30th of this month.
We are extremely indebted to Megan Mackenzie for offering to take classes.
Meetings of Congregational Board and Kirk Session :
A meeting of the Congregational Board will be held VIA ZOOM on Thursday 27 October, commencing at 7.00 pm. Kirk Session will meet at the end of the Board meeting.
All papers, minutes and agenda are available in church today. At the beginning of the week, Donna will send out the Meeting ID and Password for the meeting.
Sunday 16 October 2022
Services of Worship 11.00 am & 6.00 pm
Minister : Rev Sandor Fazakas 01478 611868
Session Clerk : Mr Bill Marshall 01478 650405
“Let love and faithfulness never leave you ;
bind them round your neck,
write them on the tablet of your heart.
Then you will win favour and a good name
in the sight of God and man”
MORNING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn CH 24 God is our refuge and our strength
Prayer
Readings Titus 2 : 11 – 14
Jeremiah 17 : 14 – 17
Hymn MP 59 Blessed assurance
Prayer
Hymn MP 16 All my hope on God is founded
Sermon
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn CH 89 Guide me, O thou great Jehovah
Benediction
EVENING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn CH 92 Lord of all hopefulness
Prayer
Reading Matthew 5 : 43 – 48
Sermon
Hymn CH 591 I’m not ashamed to own my Lord
Benediction
INTIMATIONS
Covid :
While the wearing of face-coverings and maintaining social distancing is no longer a legal requirement, The Scottish Government and the Church of Scotland advice is that in indoor settings the continuation of these practices should be encouraged.
With the continuing high number of cases of Covid cases in and around Portree, and the increasing number of visitors to our island we would strongly recommend that face-coverings (unless exempt) should still be worn in the church and throughout the service – including during the singing of praise items.
The existing cleaning and disinfecting regimes will continue with the church fully sanitised after each service.
All these procedures are designed to minimise the risks to anyone attending worship in the church.
Sunday Evening Services :
Evening services are held in the church each Sunday and commence at 6.00 pm.
Ladies’ Bible Study Group :
The Ladies’ Bible Study Group meets in the Hall at 10.30 am each Tuesday. The group will be delighted to welcome any new ladies who would want to join them in fellowship and friendship.
Please note that, due to the October holiday period, the group will not meet on 18th October, but will resume its discussion on the Book of Ruth on Tuesday 25 October
Bible Study & Prayer Fellowship Services :
These services are held in the Church at 7.00 pm each Tuesday evening. All are invited to attend.
Pastoral Visits : The Minister asks that he be kept informed of any member of the congregation who is ill, in hospital or would welcome a visit from him.
Charitable Giving : The total amount raised through the collection for Skye Cancer Care was a wonderful £908.75 A cheque for that amount has been sent to the charity.
Healing for Hurting Heart course : A six week Zoom course on this topic, starting on Thursday 27 October, is being offered and may be of interest to anyone who has experienced bereavement, conflict, illness etc.
A poster giving full details of the course and how to apply has been posted in the front vestibule.
Sunday School :
We are delighted to announce that after an absence of more than two years, Sunday School classes have resumed. However, they will not operate during the school holiday period and consequently the next meeting of Sunday School will be on 30 October.
If required, a creche facility will be available.
Sunday School has been one of the biggest casualties of the Covid lockdowns and the lack of younger members of the congregation has far reaching consequences for the future membership of the church.
We hope that members of the congregation will spread the word of the reopening and encourage families and friends to bring, or send, their children on the 30th of this month.
We are extremely indebted to Megan Mackenzie for offering to take classes.
Sunday 16 October 2022
Services of Worship 11.00 am & 6.00 pm
Minister : Rev Sandor Fazakas 01478 611868
Session Clerk : Mr Bill Marshall 01478 650405
“Let love and faithfulness never leave you ;
bind them round your neck,
write them on the tablet of your heart.
Then you will win favour and a good name
in the sight of God and man”
MORNING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn CH 24 God is our refuge and our strength
Prayer
Readings Titus 2 : 11 – 14
Jeremiah 17 : 14 – 17
Hymn MP 59 Blessed assurance
Prayer
Hymn MP 16 All my hope on God is founded
Sermon
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn CH 89 Guide me, O thou great Jehovah
Benediction
EVENING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn CH 92 Lord of all hopefulness
Prayer
Reading Matthew 5 : 43 – 48
Sermon
Hymn CH 591 I’m not ashamed to own my Lord
Benediction
INTIMATIONS
Covid :
While the wearing of face-coverings and maintaining social distancing is no longer a legal requirement, The Scottish Government and the Church of Scotland advice is that in indoor settings the continuation of these practices should be encouraged.
With the continuing high number of cases of Covid cases in and around Portree, and the increasing number of visitors to our island we would strongly recommend that face-coverings (unless exempt) should still be worn in the church and throughout the service – including during the singing of praise items.
The existing cleaning and disinfecting regimes will continue with the church fully sanitised after each service.
All these procedures are designed to minimise the risks to anyone attending worship in the church.
Sunday Evening Services :
Evening services are held in the church each Sunday and commence at 6.00 pm.
Ladies’ Bible Study Group :
The Ladies’ Bible Study Group meets in the Hall at 10.30 am each Tuesday. The group will be delighted to welcome any new ladies who would want to join them in fellowship and friendship.
Bible Study & Prayer Fellowship Services :
These services are held in the Church at 7.00 pm each Tuesday evening. All are invited to attend.
Pastoral Visits : The Minister asks that he be kept informed of any member of the congregation who is ill, in hospital or would welcome a visit from him.
Sunday 09 October 2022
Services of Worship 11.00 am & 6.00 pm
Minister : Rev Sandor Fazakas 01478 611868
Session Clerk : Mr Bill Marshall 01478 650405
“Let love and faithfulness never leave you ;
bind them round your neck,
write them on the tablet of your heart.
Then you will win favour and a good name
in the sight of God and man”
MORNING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn CH 293 The Saviour died, but rose again
Prayer
Readings 2 Timothy 4 : 1 – 8
Psalm 4
Hymn CH 481 Stand up ! stand up for Jesus
Prayer
Hymn MP 536 On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross
Sermon
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn CH 409 And can it be, that I should gain
Benediction
EVENING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn MP 456 Make me a channel of your peace
Prayer
Reading Matthew 5 : 38 – 42
Sermon
Hymn MP 23 All things bright and beautiful
Benediction
INTIMATIONS
Covid :
While the wearing of face-coverings and maintaining social distancing is no longer a legal requirement, The Scottish Government and the Church of Scotland advice is that in indoor settings the continuation of these practices should be encouraged.
With the continuing high number of cases of Covid cases in and around Portree, and the increasing number of visitors to our island we would strongly recommend that face-coverings (unless exempt) should still be worn in the church and throughout the service – including during the singing of praise items.
The existing cleaning and disinfecting regimes will continue with the church fully sanitised after each service.
All these procedures are designed to minimise the risks to anyone attending worship in the church.
Sunday Evening Services :
Evening services are held in the church each Sunday and commence at 6.00 pm.
Ladies’ Bible Study Group :
The Ladies’ Bible Study Group meets in the Hall at 10.30 am each Tuesday. The group will be delighted to welcome any new ladies who would want to join them in fellowship and friendship.
Bible Study & Prayer Fellowship Services :
These services are held in the Church at 7.00 pm each Tuesday evening. All are invited to attend.
Pastoral Visits : The Minister asks that he be kept informed of any member of the congregation who is ill, in hospital or would welcome a visit from him.
Sunday 02 October 2022
Services of Worship 11.00 am & 6.00 pm
Minister : Rev Sandor Fazakas 01478 611868
Session Clerk : Mr Bill Marshall 01478 650405
“Let love and faithfulness never leave you ;
bind them round your neck,
write them on the tablet of your heart.
Then you will win favour and a good name
in the sight of God and man”
MORNING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn CH 312 Behold ! the mountain of the Lord
Prayer
Readings 1 Timothy 2 : 1 – 6
Jeremiah 29 : 10 – 14
Hymn CH 462 Take my life, and let it be
Prayer
Hymn CH 411 My hope is built on nothing less
Sermon
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn CH 360 Praise, my soul, the King of heaven
Benediction
EVENING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn MP 379 Jesus shall reign where’er the sun
Prayer
Reading Matthew 5 : 33 – 37
Sermon
Hymn CH 300 At the name of Jesus
Benediction
INTIMATIONS
Covid :
While the wearing of face-coverings and maintaining social distancing is no longer a legal requirement, The Scottish Government and the Church of Scotland advice is that in indoor settings the continuation of these practices should be encouraged.
With the continuing high number of cases of Covid cases in and around Portree, and the increasing number of visitors to our island we would strongly recommend that face-coverings (unless exempt) should still be worn in the church and throughout the service – including during the singing of praise items.
The existing cleaning and disinfecting regimes will continue with the church fully sanitised after each service.
All these procedures are designed to minimise the risks to anyone attending worship in the church.
Sunday Evening Services :
Evening services are held in the church each Sunday and commence at 6.00 pm.
Ladies’ Bible Study Group :
The Ladies’ Bible Study Group meets in the Hall at 10.30 am each Tuesday. The group will be delighted to welcome any new ladies who would want to join them in fellowship and friendship.
Bible Study & Prayer Fellowship Services :
These services are held in the Church at 7.00 pm each Tuesday evening. All are invited to attend.
Pastoral Visits : The Minister asks that he be kept informed of any member of the congregation who is ill, in hospital or would welcome a visit from him.
Charitable Giving :
Kirk Session agreed that the September retiring collection and any white envelopes received during September or on Sunday 02 October can be directed to a local charity. The charity selected to be the recipient of any donations is Skye Cancer Care.
If you wish your white envelope to go to this charity please print CHARITY on the front. If you wish the money to go to the church please print CHURCH.
There is a final opportunity to donate today
Sunday 25 September 2022
Services of Worship 11.00 am & 6.00 pm
Minister : Rev Sandor Fazakas 01478 611868
Session Clerk : Mr Bill Marshall 01478 650405
“Praise God in his sanctuary ;
praise him in his mighty heavens.
Praise him for his acts of power ;
praise him for his surpassing greatness”
MORNING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn CH 489 I joy’d when to the house of God
Prayer
Readings Ephesians 2 : 8 – 10
Isaiah 42 : 1 – 4
Hymn CH 83 Rock of Ages, cleft for me
Prayer
Hymn CH 377 Jesus, the very thought of thee
Sermon
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn CH 212 I heard the voice of Jesus say
Benediction
EVENING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn CH 420 The Church’s one foundation
Prayer
Reading Matthew 5 : 7
Sermon
Hymn MP 486 Now thank we all our God
Benediction
INTIMATIONS
Covid :
While the wearing of face-coverings and maintaining social distancing is no longer a legal requirement, The Scottish Government and the Church of Scotland advice is that in indoor settings the continuation of these practices should be encouraged.
With the continuing high number of cases of Covid cases in and around Portree, and the increasing number of visitors to our island we would strongly recommend that face-coverings (unless exempt) should still be worn in the church and throughout the service – including during the singing of praise items.
The existing cleaning and disinfecting regimes will continue with the church fully sanitised after each service.
All these procedures are designed to minimise the risks to anyone attending worship in the church.
Sunday Evening Services :
Evening services are held in the church each Sunday and commence at 6.00 pm.
Ladies’ Bible Study Group :
The Ladies’ Bible Study Group meets in the Hall at 10.30 am each Tuesday. The group will be delighted to welcome any new ladies who would want to join them in fellowship and friendship.
Bible Study & Prayer Fellowship Services :
These services are held in the Church at 7.00 pm each Tuesday evening. All are invited to attend.
Pastoral Visits : The Minister asks that he be kept informed of any member of the congregation who is ill, in hospital or would welcome a visit from him.
Charitable Giving :
Kirk Session agreed that the September retiring collection and any white envelopes received during September or on Sunday 02 October can be directed to a local charity. The charity selected to be the recipient of any donations is Skye Cancer Care.
If you wish your white envelope to go to this charity please print CHARITY on the front. If you wish the money to go to the church please print CHURCH.
The donations will be collected at both services today and Sunday 02 October.
Cash donations will, as usual, be collected at the door at the end of each service.
The Blessing of Decline
Have a look at this encouraging and thought provoking blog by Liam Jerrold Fraser, the minister of St Michael’s Parish Church, Linlithgow. Its the latest in a series of blogs aimed at promoting discussion about the church and mission in Scotland and you can sign up to receive these by clicking on Blog in the menu and adding your email address at the end.
https://missioninscotland.wordpress.com/2022/09/02/the-blessing-of-decline
Sunday 18 September 2022
Services of Worship 11.00 am & 6.00 pm
Minister : Rev Sandor Fazakas 01478 611868
Session Clerk : Mr Bill Marshall 01478 650405
“Praise God in his sanctuary ;
praise him in his mighty heavens.
Praise him for his acts of power ;
praise him for his surpassing greatness”
MORNING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn CH 387 The Lord’s my Shepherd
Prayer
Readings Kings 19 : 1 – 4
1 Kings 19 : 9 – 16
Hymn MP 200 Great is thy faithfulness
Prayer
Hymn MP 50 Be still, for the presence of the Lord
Sermon
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn CH 76 Dear Lord, and Father of mankind
Benediction
EVENING WORSHIP
Greetings and Intimations
Hymn MP 760 When we walk with the Lord
Prayer
Reading Luke 1 : 26-45
Luke 11 : 14-28
Sermon
Hymn MP 673 There is a Redeemer
Benediction
INTIMATIONS
Covid :
While the wearing of face-coverings and maintaining social distancing is no longer a legal requirement, The Scottish Government and the Church of Scotland advice is that in indoor settings the continuation of these practices should be encouraged.
With the continuing high number of cases of Covid cases in and around Portree, and the increasing number of visitors to our island we would strongly recommend that face-coverings (unless exempt) should still be worn in the church and throughout the service – including during the singing of praise items.
The existing cleaning and disinfecting regimes will continue with the church fully sanitised after each service.
All these procedures are designed to minimise the risks to anyone attending worship in the church.
Sunday Evening Services :
Evening services are held in the church each Sunday and commence at 6.00 pm.
Please note that the start to this evening’s service will be slightly delayed as Highland Council has arranged for Iain Ruairidh Finlayson to play a lament to mark the passing of the late Queen.
The church service will start immediately afterwards.
Ladies’ Bible Study Group :
The Ladies’ Bible Study Group meets in the Hall at 10.30 am each Tuesday. The group will be delighted to welcome any new ladies who would want to join them in fellowship and friendship.
Bible Study & Prayer Fellowship Services :
These services are held in the Church at 7.00 pm each Tuesday evening. All are invited to attend.
Minister’s Annual Leave :
As part of Sandor’s leave entitlement, he and Susan are now in Hungary and will return on Friday 23 September.
During his absence, worship today will be led by Colin (am) and Lachie (pm)
Bible Study and Prayer Fellowship Services will continue to be held on the three Tuesdays of Sandor’s absence and will be led by regular attendees.
During Sandor’s absence please contact Bill Marshall on 01478 650405 regarding any urgent pastoral matters. In cases where a funeral would be involved, John Lamont, Interim Moderator for Kilmuir & Stenscholl, will officiate at these. Again, please contact me and I will contact Mr Lamont.
We wish Sandor and Susan a relaxing break with the family and hope that they return refreshed to Skye.
Charitable Giving :
Kirk Session agreed that the September retiring collection and any white envelopes received during September or on Sunday 02 October can be directed to a local charity. The charity selected to be the recipient of any donations is Skye Cancer Care.
If you wish your white envelope to go to this charity please print CHARITY on the front. If you wish the money to go to the church please print CHURCH.
The donations will be collected at morning worship on Sunday 25 September and Sunday 02 October.
Cash donations will, as usual, be collected at the door at the end of each service.
A Prayer from the Moderator
A prayer on the occasion of the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth
Almighty and everlasting God,
in you there is neither beginning nor end;
you are from everlasting to everlasting, ever good and ever true.
You are our hope in life and in death,
and in your word of promise we place our trust. Today we give thanks for the life of your servant, our Queen Elizabeth,
whom now you have taken to be with you.
Long has she reigned over us,
offering support and courage,
a steadying hand in difficult days,
and a kindly presence in times of peace and prosperity.
We praise you for her life,
so rich in years and in service,
for her unwavering commitment to country, commonwealth, and every generation.
And for her trust in Jesus Christ,
her devotion to the church, and her respect for other faiths,
receive our thanks today.
May she rest in peace and let light shine upon her.
In their loss, comfort her family,
especially our King as he assumes his new responsibilities;
assure them of your unending love,
grant them the consolation of cherished memories,
and the hope of your promised kingdom.
These prayers we offer in the name of Jesus Christ, AMEN.