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Pastoral Letter
Dear friends,
 The Rorison Renovation Project has been under way now since 2001. Although there are still a few items waiting to be completed, due to the strong prospect of a grant in connection with the new Wind Farm to be constructed in our parish, which will allow us to do more than expected, it has been decided that the project be formally brought to a conclusion. A rededication event will be held in Rorison on Friday 20th March. This will take the form of a short service of rededication followed by a ceilidh. A minister speaking at Focus recently, not having been in Rorison for many years, commented on the marked contrast between the former rather shabby condition of the building and its present state. We should be thankful to God that what seemed impossible to many at the start has been realised. As Christians we must never lose the sense of excitement that comes from living by faith. To judge future outcomes only on the basis of human resources or on past records of achievement is to deny the faith which we claim to hold. There may seem to be little difference between the faith of Christians to believe that things not seen will come to pass and the rather risky speculations of the entrepreneur who takes a chance which may happen to turn out favourably. The difference is that genuine faith is trusting in an omnipotent God whereas entrepreneurial speculation is trusting in fallible if educated guesswork.
God is solidly behind the efforts of his people to reach lost and needy people with the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ his son. The Devil on the other hand is committed to opposing the efforts of God’s people to reach lost and needy people with the gospel. God is infinitely stronger than the Devil and so even when many obstacles seem to be placed in our path as we serve God and spread the gospel we should not really be surprised when great things are achieved. I have quoted before the words of the Baptist missionary William Carey "attempt great things for God expects great things from God". I think we have seen that principle demonstrated in connection with the Rorison Renovation Project.
Yours sincerely,
D. Cameron McPherson
Images of Mother
4 years old
My mummy can do anything
8 years old
My mum knows a lot! A whole lot!
12 years old
My mother doesn’t really know quite everything.
14 years old
Naturally, mother doesn’t know that.
16 years old
Mother? She’s so old-fashioned
18 years old
That old woman? She’s way out of date!
25 years old
Well, she might know a little bit about it.
35 years old
Before we decide, shall we ask mum?
45 years old
Wonder what mum would think?
And eventually
Wish I could talk it over with mum.
(Remember Mothering Sunday 22/3)
Bible Word Search
Psalm 23
LORD
SHEPHERD
WANT
DOWN
GREEN
PASTURES
LEADETH
STILL
WATERS
RESTORETH
SOUL
PATHS
SAKE
YEA
WALK
VALLEY
ROD
SHADOW
DEATH
EVIL
STAFF
COMFORT
TABLE
HEAD
OIL
CUP
MERCY
LIFE
HOUSE
LIE
The Guild held their Annual Burns Supper on Wednesday 28th. January, 2009.
The programme was as follows:-
Haggis carried by Seonaid Hume
Cratur carried by Lana Nimmo
Address to Haggis Bruce Archibald
Grace Rae Hunter
Immortal Memory Kay Blair
Toast to speaker Eric Budgell
Toast to Lassies Andrew Paul
Reply to Lassies Sheena Paul
Soloist Lily Budgell
Recitations Bruce Archibald
Accompanist Moira Kerr
Vote of Thanks Rev. Dr. D.C. McPherson
Once again we all had a great time with more than 60 people attending. We enjoyed a wonderful meal cooked in-house and served by the Girls’ Brigade.
Thanks to everyone who helped in any way but special thanks to the Brigaders and Officers who not only served the meal but put out all tables and chairs and set them as well. This took a tremendous strain off Guild members.
Pictures in the Gallery
Jesus’ Recipe for Happiness
Mix Together
1 cup Good Thoughts
1 cup Consideration for Others
1 cup Kind Deeds
2 cups Sacrifice for Others
Add
3 cups Forgiveness
2 cups faults (well beaten)
Method
This is to be mixed with tears of joy and sorrow as well as plenty of sympathy.
Flavour the mixture well with little gifts of love and kindly service. Use 4 cups of Prayer and Faith to lighten the other ingredients and to raise the texture to great heights of daily living. Bake well in the heat of human kindness and serve with a smile.
Thanks to Sheena Archibald for the above.
Machan Trust News
 During 2009 the Machan Trust will celebrate its 10th anniversary as a Joint Churches Youth Initiative. A variety of events will be held and the first event is a ceilidh for all the family to be held in Larkhall Leisure Centre on Friday 27th February from 7.30pm – 11.30pm. An accomplished 3 piece Ceilidh Band will entertain with tickets costing £5 for adults and no charge for accompanied children. A light supper is included in the price.
Tickets can be obtained from the Machan Trust office at 2 Marshall Street, Larkhall or by telephoning 305674 or book on line at www.themachantrust.co.uk
A memorable night is guaranteed so come and enjoy the fun.
The month of February also sees the introduction of a brand new club for the Machan Trust. Louise, our part time youth worker, will start a new Media Group where Larkhall Academy pupils will learn about making films, animations and much more. The club is on every Tuesday from 3.45-4.45pm in the Academy. Spaces are limited so please call to book your place on the above number.
For more information on all the events taking place throughout the year and our weekly clubs please visit our website www.themachantrust.co.uk .
Thank You
To all my dear friends.
Please accept my sincere thanks for your overwhelming kind, caring thoughts, good wishes and prayers.
Isobel Kennedy
Elders Rota
March01 Communion
08 I. Kennedy, R. Clarkson,
W. Callan, l. Eathorne,
H. Brady, G. Stewart
15 D. Manson, J. Grove,
J. Macfarlane, B. Archibald, K. Blair, J. Pollok
22 R Fairley, A. Carson,
A. Brown, M. Letham,
E. Budgell
29 I. Kennedy, R. Clarkson,
W. Callan, l. Eathorne,
H. Brady, G. Stewart
April05 D. Manson, J. Grove,
J. Macfarlane, B. Archibald, K. Blair, J. Pollok
Creche Rota
March01 Mrs. Price & Miss Rodger
08 Miss Hoey & Miss Hume
15 Mrs. Budgell & Mrs Blair
22 Mrs. Gilchrist & Mrs. Pollok
29 Mrs. Manson &
Mrs. McCallum
April05 Palm Sunday
Coffee/Tea Rota
March01 Mrs. Clarkson & Mrs. Watt
08 Mr. & Mrs. McPhee
15 Mr. & Mrs. Harvey
22 Mrs. Blair & Mrs. Budgell
29 Mrs. McPherson &
Mrs. Jones
April05 Mr. & Mrs. Archibald
Flower Rota
March01 Mrs. Knox, Dalserf
08
15 Mrs. Pollok, Crossford
22 Mrs. Baillie, Overlea
29
April05 Mrs. Watt, Rowan Bank
Notice Board
Communion
Sunday 1st March
Dalserf 12 noon
Rorison 3.30pm
“Do this in remembrance of me.”
Annual Congregational Meeting
Sunday 29th March
Hamilton Hall
(immediately following the service)
Buffet Lunch (provided)
Please let Sheena Archibald know if you are going to attend or put your name on the sheet in Hamilton Hall
Re-dedication of Rorison
Friday 20th March
Rorison Church 7.00pm
A short service of re-dedication will be followed by a buffet tea and ceildh. If you intend to come please put your name on the notice board in Hamilton Hall or on the front pew in Dalserf Church
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