Reflections The Magazine of Kay Park Parish Church Issue No 27 April - May 2017
FROM THE MANSE Gary Noonan Easter Sunday sees the end of Gary’s placement with us. In one paragraph of his final report from me, I have written:“ He feels – and patently is – called to the Ministry of Word and Sacrament, and to Parish Ministry. That call must be affirmed in him at the close of every service which he has conducted when the people respond as positively as they have done. He shows a fiery enthusiasm for the old role of Minister but is genuinely open to the new ways which are ahead.” Kay Park, Minister and people, have really enjoyed having him, and also getting to know Ruth, Robbie and Gregor. He goes on to Probation at Alloway Parish Church with the Rev. Neil McNaught. Our thanks, prayers and affection go with him. Farewell St. Paul ends his 2nd letter to the Corinthians Church (v.11) with“ And now, my friends, farewell….” I prefer Eugene Peterson’s version in “The Message”, “And that’s about it, friends”. My retirement on May 7th does not, I hope, mean, “Farewell”; the reason Joan and I are staying in the town (although at the opposite end!) is because of all the friendships we have made here, especially in the congregation: these are not ending. But, as far as being your Minister is concerned, “That’s about it”! What a privilege it has been! I have loved leading worship here; I have felt a deep two- way interaction with the congregation (that doesn’t happen everywhere, believe me!) which has helped me to grow and develop my own faith and proclamation of it. I have shared in so many key life-moments with many of you and, in them, I have myself been blessed. Even(!) the work of the Kirk Session, the old Deacons’ Court, and the administrative life of the congregation has brought enlightenment, fellowship and fun. I know that Kim Watt and Eddie Simpson will know these blessings as Interim Moderator and Locum during the vacancy. I thank God for calling me here all these years ago and for being with us ever since. And Joan and I, from the Manse, for the last time, both thank all of you with lots of love “The amazing grace of the Master, Jesus Christ, the extravagant love of God, the intimate friendship of the Holy Spirit, be with you all.” (The Message IICor.13/14)
May 7th. is indeed the date of David’s retirement and the last time we will hear him preach as minister of Kay Park Parish Church. Please come along and join in Holy Communion with the congregation. There will be a short presentation to Joan and David at the end of the service and a bubbly and cake reception downstairs in the hall afterwards, to which everyone is invited. This will give us all an opportunity to wish Joan and David good luck and good health in their retirement.
May 14th. is the date of the Celebration Retirement Dinner. The tears should have dried after the previous Sunday and we can all relax and enjoy the fellowship of the evening. It is not possible for everyone to attend for various reasons, but there are places available if you would like to come along. Just give Eleanor Hamilton a ring on 526817 before the 16th. April.
The vision of the Church of Scotland is to be a church which seeks to inspire the people of Scotland and beyond with the Good News of Jesus Christ through enthusiastic, worshipping,1 witnessing, nurturing and serving communities. PALM SUNDAY - 9 April 11.00am - Morning Worship HOLY WEEK SERVICES - 10 - 14 April Each evening at 7.00 p.m. in the Baptist Church GOOD FRIDAY Vigil in New Laigh Kirk 12 - 3.00 p.m. EASTER DAY Dawn Service 7.00 a.m. in Kay Park. Breakfast in St. Matthew’s Morning Worship 11.00 a.m. in Kay Park Parish Church
Christian Aid Week: standing with refugees like Nejebar Nejebar and her family have fled horrors in Afghanistan, where her husband was threatened with torture and death for being a government worker.
But now they’ve arrived in Greece, all they have is a tent. They have no other protection against wind and rain. There’s no school for their five children. And they have no certainty or clear idea of what will happen to them now. They thought they would stay here for 10 days, but it’s already been six months and there’s no end in sight. Nejebar with her sons Hinayat (left) and Nejebar’s husband Noor describes their initial reaction to arriving in Sudai Photo Credit - Christian Aid the camp in Greece: ‘It was like suicide for us. But we took the decision that it is better to die here than to die there from war.’
You’ve helped us be there for refugees since 1945
Thanks to you, Christian Aid has been there for refugees like Nejebar since 1945, providing essential food, shelter and legal assistance for people far from home. And we still believe in life before death.
This Christian Aid Week, 14-20 May, our church is continuing to walk with refugees by... collecting from the streets in our parish.
We’re not going to turn our backs on refugees now. Speak to ANNE STEWART on 07835 026705 to join us. Nejebar has welcomed two brothers, Faraidoon (left) and Farzad, into her PLEASE DON’T LEAVE THIS TO OTHER PEOPLE TO DO. THIS IS home. Photo Credit - Christian Aid SOMETHING YOU CAN DO. 2 KAY PARK CHURCH Farewell to David and Joan Lacy FAMILY FOCUS
We, in Kay Park Church, are approaching a milestone in move. An our history, when our well-loved minister David retires in important May after twenty-eight years in Kilmarnock, the first consideration, twenty three as minister of Henderson Church, followed however, was by the last five as minister of the new Kay Park Church. the children’s He and Joan will be greatly missed, not least for the education, marvellous and uplifting sermons he has preached over since they the years. were well settled at David and Joan met in the choir and Youth Fellowship at Jordanhill Bearsden North Church, when David was studying for a School. degree in languages at Strathclyde and Joan was training Nevertheless at Jordanhill College to become a primary teacher. While a decision was at university, David was on the committee of the taken, and in National Council of Youth Fellowships. After graduation January 1989 he had yet to decide which path to take, and they moved to consequently spent that summer of 1972 as a travel Kilmarnock. courier in Spain. At the end of the summer, despite From the outset David found Henderson a happy, settled several offers of employment from firms in Spain, he and well run church. Any trouble or challenges he may decided to return home. Decisions had to be made, and have anticipated, did not present themselves. He found his father suggested to him that he might have a word it to be a very inclusive church, and although there have with their minister regarding doing a Divinity degree. He been offers to move during his time with us, he has came to the conclusion that this was the path he wished refused them, because the family were happy and well to follow, and fortunately was able to undergo the settled. David was keen to point out however, that selection process, apply for the B.D. course, and be without Joan’s backing and support, life as a parish accepted, to begin in October of that year. He was only minister could have been very different. A minister’s wife twenty years old. must take on the role of a multi-tasker to support her At the first lecture on the first day – Systematic Theology husband, and, at times, act as the mainstay of the family. – doubts began to surface, but soon disappeared, when, During his ministry at Henderson and Kay Park there at ten o’clock, the legendary Professor Willie Barclay, have been several important events. Firstly, in 2005, gave an inspiring lecture on the topic of Mark’s gospel. David was appointed Moderator of the General The young David was hooked! During the final year of his Assembly of the Church of Scotland. As well as being a degree he and Joan were married. Joan was the great honour for him, it was also a great source of pride breadwinner and was teaching in Bearsden, while her for our church. He and Joan spent a fascinating, as well new husband was, in fact, a “kept man”. as exhausting year as representatives of the Church of After graduation the couple moved to Edinburgh where Scotland at home and abroad. Then in 2012, the Union David spent two years as a probationer at St. George’s between Old High and Henderson took place. David had West under the Reverend Bill Cattenach. This placement previously had some experience in Glasgow overseeing provided him with an excellent grounding for his future such a union, and this helped him to avoid any ministry. prospective pitfalls. The union, in fact, did run smoothly, His first charge was in St. Margaret’s Knightswood, which is, in no small part, due to the real commitment of where he and Joan were to spend the next twelve years, both our congregations. We are really now one united during which time Michael and Claire were born. This congregation. was an extremely busy charge with a thousand Following on from this came our major refurbishment, members, many of whom were elderly. The work was which has had fantastic results, due to the diligence of hard, days were long, but he was extremely happy there. several members, especially those on the Refurbishment His experience at Knightswood proved to be invaluable Group. Despite a few initial negative murmurings in the for the future. background, I think we now have a beautiful and very When he received the call from Henderson Church in welcoming church. Reading our Visitors’ book in the Kilmarnock, both he and Joan felt it was the right time to foyer, we find the comments both effusive and enthusiastic. 3 Both David and Joan, naturally, have mixed feelings about retirement, but they know that the time is now right. It is difficult for most of us to appreciate that a minister not only relinquishes his charge but also his home, where he and his wife have raised their family. However, they have much to look forward to, including spending more time together and seeing more of the grandchildren in Dunblane. An important family event took place in March when Michael and Liz were married in our church. The Lacys are also going to remain in Kilmarnock and are busy organising their new home. After retirement David will be giving up his school chaplaincies, but will remain as a trustee of the Fishermen’s Mission. He will also be able to devote more time to his position as one of the Deputy Lords Lieutenant in Ayrshire. If you are fortunate enough to reach your century, perhaps it will be David who pays you a visit bringing her Majesty’s congratulations! Joan, who has been an important member of our church choir and also part of the Friendship Club committee, will still have her church friends and continue as one of our Hospital Volunteers. One of her main interests is, of course, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra Chorus. We bid farewell to the Lacys with great affection and wish them well as they approach the next chapter in their life together. Preaching the Word of God has been a true vocation for David Lacy, and we, his congregation, are indeed grateful to him for the past twenty-eight years. Shiona Thomson
The View from the Pew Presbytery of Irvine and Kilmarnock, Convenor of the Board of Practice and Procedure, General Assembly The Rev. John Weir Cook left Henderson Church in Business Convener and finally, Moderator of the 1989 to go to St. Philip’s Church in Joppa, Edinburgh . General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. John had been with us for 18 years and was one of the most charismatic figures in the Church of Scotland. It All this might be claimed for others, and would earn was recognised that he would be a hard act to follow. our applause, but David Lacy has a gift that few others How, we wondered, was he to be replaced? Our possess. (I hope David Lacy doesn’t read this next bit. interim Moderator, Gary Horsburgh, advised our He would find it acutely embarrassing. But I have been Vacancy Committee not to look for someone to fill asked to say why I have found him inspirational, and I John’s shoes, but for someone who could fill his own. will). He has the ability to talk to us (you can hardly Good advice. They found David Lacy, who was certainly call it ‘preaching’) about quite abstruse matters in such big enough to fill his own big shoes. From the start a way that the simplest of us can understand. His David has been everything a congregation could wish manner is relaxed, almost conversational. He does for in their Minister and it is with infinite regret that seem to have notes sometimes, but if so he rarely has we take our leave of him now, after 28 years. to refer to them. It’s as if he was talking to each one of us individually. He makes us laugh, he makes us think, Throughout these years his hand has been on the tiller, he makes us believe. It’s the human touch. Was that a guiding this Church through sometimes troubled ‘Sermon’? waters. (You will excuse this metaphor, but it seems apt). He would be the last to make such a claim for David has come to many of us as times of stress, at himself, but those of us who have sat with him in the times of distress. He has come as a friend, a Kirk Session are well aware of the impact of his sympathetic, understanding friend. It must be a powerful personality. He has made no small difficult job, encouraging people to hope when they contribution to the successful union between have lost hope, to believe when all they seem to have Henderson and Old High, now Kay Park Parish Church, left is disbelief. a union which must be the envy of many less fortunate He sits beside us and prays, and he finds the right churches, and he has seen the successful words to say. Upon my soul, it’s as if he was leading us refurbishment of this Church, which had been his however reluctantly into the loving embrace of our ambition almost from the beginning of his ministry. Heavenly Father. How are we to replace him? So, we Not only has David been an outstanding Parish say goodbye to this big, big man, and wish him ‘bon Minister but he has made an immense contribution to voyage’. the wider work of the Church – Moderator of the Iain A Macmillan
4 Tribute to the Very Rev Dr David Lacy KAY PARK
Since it was first proposed that churches of all Christian denomination should come together to form the Fellowship of Kilmarnock Churches, Strollers David Lacy has been a staunch supporter of good ecumenical relations in our town. At one time he also served as the Fellowship's Convener. Rarely is he missing from our shared services as we visit one another's churches and experience different expressions of worship. A highlight of every year is the Festival of Praise for Christian Aid, hosted annually at Kay Park Parish Church - with an uplifting programme and a splendid outcome for the charity. David has made practical contributions too, not least in being the only person to figure out the mysteries of our Another year of strolling is under way. In January, 15 of public address equipment! the group headed to East Kilbride for a walk at the James Hamilton Heritage Park. The weather stayed dry long As David reaches retirement, members of the enough for the walk and only broke down as refreshments Fellowship thank him for his support and wish were being taken. Aren’t we blessed? him and Joan well in the next chapter of their lives. We hope that he will be as enthusiastic February saw 21 strollers head for Troon for a wander over the town’s famous golf links then along the beach. a supporter of the Fellowship in future as he Although still winter, it was a lovely day for a walk and was has been in the past. enjoyed by all. We were again made most welcome at the Tee Room, where the bacon rolls and toasted scones went down a treat. Barbara Graham, Secretary, on behalf of the Fellowship of Kilmarnock Churches. All change again in March, when 20 of us, led by Ron Porteous, enjoyed a leisurely stroll in the grounds of Dumfries House, which sits in 2000 acres of beautiful countryside. The amount of improvement work being done is amazing and the venue gives scope for a good day out with free parking; a comfortable, relaxing restaurant; a children’s play area; a walled garden and miles of This whole page was woodland, river and open countryside walks. sponsored by The group photograph was taken at the Chinese Bridge McNeil & Sons Ltd. recently opened by Prince Charles. It was good to welcome back former strollers and a warm Est. 1895 welcome is extended to anyone who wishes to join us. Complete House Furnishers Please meet at the church car park by 9.30am if you fancy 18 John Dickie Street a gentle walk in friendly company with a welcome cuppa at Kilmarnock, KA1 2AP the end. Tel: 01563 523239 Bill Caldwell Tel: 01563 523047 Dates for your diary Fax: 01563 534582 April 20th. Thursday
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5 The Guild
The Church of Scotland Guild is a movement within the Church of Scotland which invites and encourages both men and women to commit their lives to Jesus Christ and enables them to express their faith in worship, prayer and action. With around 23,000 members, the Guild is one of Scotland's largest voluntary organisations. The Guild's motto is taken from Acts 27, "WHOSE WE ARE AND WHOM WE SERVE" Our theme this year is - "WE ARE BOLD, WE ARE STRONG, WE ARE THE GUILD" Every year we fundraise for a variety of charities/projects designated by central office on a 3-yearly basis --- 2015- 2018 projects: - Street Pastors {Ascension Trust -Scotland} - Let's Stick Together {Care for the Family} - Caring for Mother Earth in Bolivia {Christian Aid} - Breaking the Cycle of FGM {Feed the Minds} - Haiti Project {Mission International} In the KPPC Guild session 2015/16 we contributed £700-church; £600-Haiti and Bolivia projects; £100-Lung Foundation {Scotland} and £100-Diabetes{Scotland} This session-2016/17, we are giving £250-church {roof fund}; £100-Mission and Ministries; £300-Let's Stick Together; £300-Feed the Minds; £150-Street Pastors; £100-Beautiful-Inside and Out; £50-Colostomy Association; £50-Cancer Support, Kilmarnock. Therefore we gifted £1500 last year and £1300 this year. So, in supporting us in our efforts, you help us to achieve these wonderful results The members of KPPC Guild STOP PRESS … Our recent fashion show, with clothes supplied by Bon Marché in King Street, Kilmarnock, was a great success and raised almost £600 on the evening. Many thanks to our wonderful models, stylists and to those who supplied the delicious supper.
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6 Kilmarnock Churches Youth Project
Hi Everyone, It’s Fiona here again to give you an update on what has been going on at Kilmarnock Churches Youth Project. At the project we have been busy over the last few months. The New Year saw all new equipment at Basement, new All-in-one PCs, a new Smart TV and Xbox One with new games including Rock Band. The new additions to Basement were very popular with the young people that attend. Along with running Basement on Fridays and Saturdays we have had monthly Film Nights, watching Bruce Almighty and Evan Almighty. The Youth Committee at Basement held their own Mario Kart Wii Night where they played a tournament where their entry fee was to donate food to the local food bank. The event was a great success. The end of January saw the Launch of a Joint Youth Alpha course for young people in Kilmarnock. This project was run jointly with Kilmarnock Baptist Church, Central Evangelical Church and New Laigh Kirk. Alpha is a series of interactive sessions which explore the basics of the Christian faith. The Alpha Youth Film Series is made up of 12 episodes designed to engage youth in conversations about faith, life and Jesus. The young people who attended Alpha really enjoyed it and they also had a great time at the Alpha Day Away, which marked the end of the course with a trip up to Glasgow for laser quest, bowling, dinner and a few more great group discussion sessions. After the Easter Holidays Basement is Launching a Study Zone which will start on Wednesday 19th of April 4-7pm running up until the end of the Exams. This will be a space where young people can come and study for their exams. As always if you would like to become a volunteer then please don't hesitate to contact myself or Michael Lacy. There are a number of ways that you could help: you could volunteer at Basement Youth Cafe, or maybe you want to help out at the Film Evenings or the Study Zones. Then please come and speak to us we are more than happy to have a chat. To discuss what would suits you best. Take care, Fiona Halliday—07708 383331 [email protected]
At March’s Kirk Session meeting, David Johnstone submitted notice of his retirement from his role as director, trustee and volunteer in the Kilmarnock Churches Youth Project, and our Basement Café. The Project was born out of our Church Without Walls studies in 2001-3. David and Ronnie Hamilton (CA) started by getting youngsters from every town church together for different kinds of meetings and activities. It was decided in 2006 to start “Basement” after a huge survey of local Secondary Schools showed that the youngsters really wanted the kind of Christian club that was being proposed. David Lacy’s idea of a huge nightclub was not possible for lack of suitable permanent premises. But David Johnstone forged a new relationship with the Baptist Church who offered their basement and the rest is history. David’s fellow Trustee from Kay Park for many years was Janette Steven and then Michael Lacy, who succeeds him as Chairman of the Trustees. Thank you, David. DWL 7 Those were the days …..
The Vacancy Committee with the new minister, the Interim Moderator, Gary Horsburgh, and the Session Clerk, John Neil.
8 9 Friendship Club
Our very successful Friendship Club season has drawn in Henderson to a close once more but we can still look forward to our Church and now outing on the 23rd of May when we are going to Lomond Kay Park Parish Shores followed by dinner at the Piersland Hotel in Church. Troon. Both venues have proved to be very popular in She also said how the past so we can expect to have a super day out. much we would Back in February we welcomed Ronnie Russell who miss Joan as a entertained us with nostalgic stories, music and some of “Shining Light” in his very clever art work. Such a range of talents! the Friendship Club. At our next meeting we were delighted when Lynette David spoke of his Russell gave us a fascinating insight into the art of cake joy at being our decoration. We were all enthralled as we watched her minister and of all the happy years that he and Joan had craft a figure of our minister David, relaxing in an had bringing up their family in the manse, his delight at armchair with a cuppa in hand while reading The being involved in the refurbishment of the church and Kilmarnock Standard with Liz and Michael’s dog sitting at most of all the very successful union with the Old High. his feet. Everything was edible as it was all made from We thoroughly enjoyed the slide show of Michael and icing paste. She also showed us some other cake top Elizabeth’s Wedding followed by some shots of David decorations which she had brought along and these and Joan’s plans in retirement. were absolutely superb. Of course we had some music, and David and Joan In The Friendship Club, we all love an afternoon of music concluded by singing the well- known song from The and song and we certainly weren’t disappointed when Sound of Music, “My Favourite Things.” This was not Pete Christie was our guest entertainer. the traditional version however, as it was all based on He is a real favourite with us and we thoroughly enjoyed the ageing process! Great fun! being taken down “Memory Lane” with his songs from We had such a happy afternoon with David and Joan and bygone years. There was plenty of audience it was with heavy hearts that we sang ”One More Step participation as we sang along with Pete and he even Along The World I Go,” (always our closing hymn, ) encouraged some of our ladies to get up and dance! knowing that when the new session begins that they will It was most fitting that our last guests this session were no longer be in the manse. David and Joan Lacy. We wish David and Joan God’s Blessing in their Sandra Nisbet welcomed David and Joan and spoke retirement, as they take their next step along the road. warmly about some of the highlights of David’s ministry Olive Caldwell
Lunch LUNCH BREAK MENU Break Soups Lentil Soup Pea and Mint Soup Lunch Break will continue to serve delicious lunches from now until Served with crusty bread the end of April from 12.15 p.m. on alternate Thursdays. The soups, served with crusty bread and butter, and desserts are all home-made Desserts and there is always an excellent choice. Tea or coffee with biscuits round off a tasty meal in good company for only £3. Where else could Rhubarb Crumble you get that value along with smiling service. New people come along Bread and butter pudding each week and make new friends from inside and outside the congregation. If you haven’t been already, come long soon and enjoy Tea or coffee your lunch break before it closes for the summer. Last week’s menu is served with biscuits on the right and the menu changes every week. 10 In July of this year, a group of 6 members of the 37th Ayrshire Henderson Scout Group will be joining Scout members from across Scotland on the trip of a lifetime. The group of 47 will be travelling to the small rural village of Omakange in North West Namibia. The purpose of the visit is to build a school for village children aged below 7. permitting, a new borehole for the village. The children are currently taught underneath a tree in None of this comes cheaply and the Kilmarnock group the village by one of the women who gives her time and has been busy fundraising – bag packing at Smyths toy talents on an entirely voluntary basis. When the children shop, doing a car wash at the rugby club, cycling round are older, they travel to the next village to attend a Cumbrae and holding a race night at Bonnyton government funded school but it is some distance away Community Centre. and so the little members of the village community are There is still money to raise, and to that end, the group not able to attend. will be providing the after church refreshments on The simple building will provide not only a class room Sunday 23 with facilities, but it April to which was also act as a all members community hub with are invited the intention of and any starting a local Scout donations Group. toward the £40,000 Omakange is a rural project total village where the would be gratefully accepted. locals rely on subsistence farming As well as fundraising, the group have attended training to eke out their living. They may not have camps in West Lothian, Lochearnhead and a lot, but their enthusiasm for learning most recently at Broughty Ferry. Food and for the prospect of having a school is Hygiene and an Outdoor First Aid course have amazing and members of the expedition also been part of the expedition preparation. group who undertook a visit last summer The group have been overwhelmed by the were overwhelmed by the welcome they support of local businesses, family and received. friends and are all really looking forward to The project will also involve the creation the experience. of a market garden and fundraising Carol Nicol - 37th. Ayrshire (Henderson) Scouts
11 PROPERTY REPORT
As Spring moves closer, the Property Committee is looking at all the work that needs to be undertaken as part of our ‘Housekeeping’ for Church Urquhart properties. With the conclusion of the Church Refurbishment, we are glad to say that Opticians the project was completed pretty well on target and under Budget. Independent eye care specialists. However, we are taking this opportunity to look at a few things that now Providing a personal service need to be done including the adjustment to the sound system which With fashionable frames continues to need attention , some door replacement, decoration of the Rear Staircase which got a bit of a pounding during the refurbishment work. to suit all budgets. One of the main reasons for carrying out the refurbishment of the Church 14 Portland Road, Kilmarnock was to create new opportunities to use the building outwith Sundays. On 77 Main Street, Prestwick that basis, this has been successful with the Local Authority using the 36 Church Street, Troon building for a Conference, a Christmas Concert by the Aeolian Male voice Choir and so many other occasions. This has brought us a new income www.urquhart-opticians.co.uk stream which is so important for the future of the building. To make an appointment call: While the refurbishment project has taken all our attention in recent times, 01563 525059 we cannot forget the work needed to the Church Tower and roof. To ensure we remain wind and water tight, we are speaking to specialist Steeplejacks to make sure the stonework joints, lead flashings and gutters are all maintained during the Spring and Summer period. We cannot forget our Monday ‘Team’ as well who continue to work tirelessly on the Church grounds and on those important inside projects when it is raining. They are a dedicated group who earn our respect and thanks. Jeff Davies :Joint Convenor - Property Committee
SCRIPTURE READERS IN CHURCH
APRIL
2 Robin Hume
9 Shiona Thomson
16 Jeff Davies
23 Aileen Sansum
30 Bill Caldwell
MAY
7 Eleanor Hamilton
14 Alex Ferguson
21 Olive Gow
28 Bill Neilson
12 Celebrating success of Kilmarnock Mental Health service Later this year Morven Day Services, a mental health service for adults run by CrossReach, will celebrate 25 years of working in Kilmarnock and East Ayrshire. A number of events are planned, the first of which was the presentation of the Customer Service Excellence award to manager Liz Twigg by Robert Sullivan (Chief Executive of CSE). Among those attending were local politicians Willie Coffey MSP and Alan Brown MP as well as councillors and representatives from East Ayrshire Health & Social Care Partnership. Morven works with adults who are experiencing some form of mental health problems. The centre offers different activities such as arts and crafts, plus volunteer opportunities in a safe, secure environment for adults who are ready to take the next step. The achievement of gaining the CSE award highlights the excellent person-centred approach this unique service provides, whilst always evolving to fit the needs of the people who use the service, such as Debbie who said: “It’s a great service which really deserves recognition.” Manager Liz Twigg commented: “Morven Day Services’ achievement of CSE acknowledges the quality of innovative services provided and it is greatly encouraging in maintaining our focus on supporting individuals to achieve their goals. We look forward to collaborating with East Ayrshire Health & Social Care Partnership to improve even further.”
The Forth Bridge Rotary Abseil Challenge On Sunday 28th May a group of 15 fearless CrossReach staff and volunteers for CrossReach will be abseiling from the Forth Rail Bridge to raise funds for CrossReach’s Children and Family services. Now in its 8th year, this fantastic event supports worthwhile causes across Scotland. In 2017 we are hoping it will make a difference in the lives of children and families who are supported by CrossReach services like Daisy Chain Early Years Project, Sunflower Garden and our Perinatal Depression counselling services. Can you help us reach our target of £3,000? Please sponsor our abseilers by visiting: www.justgiving.com/crossreachchurch. Thank you!
What We Do CrossReach was launched in June 2005 and was previously known as the Church of Scotland Board of Social Responsibility. Under our new name, CrossReach continues the Church of Scotland's long tradition of providing care and support. In fact, this work started back in 1869, so we have a long history in the field of social care. We employ more than 2,000 staff and we support some of the most vulnerable people in Scotland. CrossReach has an annual expenditure of £51 million. Most of our funding comes from local authorities, but we also rely on donations and legacies to help continue our vital work. (See our Fundraising pages for more information). 13 The Prayer Page
Paul tells us in Ephesians 6:10 “Be strong in the Lord And in the power of his might.”
14 CHURCH NOTICES
Church Flowers FUNERALS In my Father's house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I Sincere thanks to the following would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. people who have donated to the Flower Fund in December 2016, 15.02.2017 Mrs. Isabella McLuckie, 10J Witch Road (D.10) January, February and March 2017 22.02.2017 Mr. William Dodge, Braehead Court (N/M)
28.02.2017 Mrs Evelyn Bryson, 28A Rugby Rd (N/M)
23.03.2017 Mrs. Katherine Struthers, 59 Main Road, Gatehead (D.52)
BAPTISMS Mrs Anderson, Mrs Hume, Mrs Suffer the little children to come unto me Samson, Mrs Templeton, Mrs McCreadie, Mrs Caldwell, Mrs 26.02.17 Greer, Mrs Mackenzie, Mrs Nisbet, Evie Gillian Heath, infant daughter of Hannah and Paul, Mrs Donachy, Mrs Thomson, Mrs 4 Linfern Avenue West. Watt, Mrs Hamilton, Mrs McCrone,
Mrs Heath, Miss Anderson, Mrs Raeburn, Mrs Wight, Mrs Lacy, Mrs 26.03.17 Aitken. Ailsa Scott Howie, infant daughter of Hannah and Kieran, 14 Esson Place (D.50) Donations can be placed, in an envelope marked Flower Fund, on the Offering Plate, or given to Moira Neil or Aileen Sansum. Cheques should be made payable to Kay Park Church Flower Fund. We need more people to deliver This whole page was sponsored by the flowers on a Sunday. It doesn’t GILMOUR HAMILTON take long, but means such a lot to those who receive them. If you & Co. would like to take a turn on our Chartered Accountants & rota please give your name to Independent Financial Advisors Aileen Sansum or Moira Neil. It 37 Portland Road really is one of the nicest jobs in the church. Kilmarnock, KA1 2DJ Tel. 01563 537777 Fax: 01563 524424
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April OFFICE BEARERS 2 Services at 9.45 and 11.00 a.m. MINISTER: 9 Palm Sunday All Age Service at 11.00 a.m. The Very Rev. Dr. David W. Lacy Afternoon Service at 2.00 p.m. 52 London Road, 10 - 14 incl Holy Week Services in the Baptist Church at 7.00 p.m. Tel: 01563 523113 [email protected] 14 Good Friday in New Laigh Kirk from 12 - 3.00 p.m. SESSION CLERK: 16 7.00 a.m. Dawn Service in Kay Park at the fountain Janet Grant 7.30 a.m. Breakfast in St. Matthew’s, Grassyards Road 3 Kirkhill Cottages,
Old Perceton, Irvine 11.00 a.m. Morning Worship with Holy Communion Tel: 01294 213236 23 Services at 9.45 and 11.00 a.m. [email protected]
Services at 9.45 and 11.00 a.m. ORGANIST / CHOIRMASTER: 30 Alex Ferguson In Charge : OLIVE GOW Beadle: ANDY RAESIDE Tel: 01563 534506 [email protected] Effie Steven Margo Raeside Allan Hamilton Jess Barry Doreen Walkinshaw MINISTER’S SECRETARY: Sharon Shields Tel: 01563 524009 [email protected]
MAGAZINE EDITOR:
Eleanor Hamilton Tel: 01563 526817 [email protected]
REPORTER: Shiona Thomson
May
7 11.00 a.m. ONE SERVICE ONLY Sacrament of Holy Communion (carded) Farewell to David and Joan Lacy 14 6.30 for Celebration Retirement Dinner in the Fenwick Hotel 7.00 p.m. 20 - 21 Church Pilgrimage to Aberdeen
21 Service at 11.00 a.m. conducted by the Rev. Edward Simpson, Locum Minister during the vacancy 28 Service at 11.00 a.m. conducted by the Rev. Edward Simpson Locum Minister during the vacancy
In Charge: MAUREEN MILLER Beadle: JIM WILSON Gordon Slater Janette Steven Jim Raeburn Jean Deans Carol Raeburn George Thomson Michael Lacy
The vision of the Church of Scotland is to be a church which seeks to inspire the people of Scotland and beyond with the 16 Good News of Jesus Christ through enthusiastic, worshipping, witnessing, nurturing and serving communities.