Dundee Methodist Church

28 October 2012

Next Sunday
4 November 2012

10.45 am
“early singing” - Fiona Thomas
11 am
Worship, including Holy Communion, conducted by the Rev Dr Gerald Bostock;
Communion Offering for The Halo Trust
c 12.30pm
“One Circuit Proposal” Faith Lunch

We give the assurance of our thoughts and prayers to all who are unwell, awaiting or undergoing treatment, or anxious or grieving for the loss of loved ones.

Jars of Grace

As part of our support of the annual UNICEF Appeal, jars are to be returned today during worship, or in the next few weeks to Margaret, please.

Sound System

Further work has been attempted to rectify recent problems, but unfortunately that has resulted in there being no amplification at all this week. Apologies have been and are expressed for this frustrating situation - please bear with us! (Church Stewards and Finance & Property Committee)

“One Circuit” Resolution - Faith Lunch

The proposed “Faith Lunch” to enable shared conversation on this important proposal, will take place after worship next Sunday. Please bring food to share (or for yourself if special requirements), drinks provided.

Copies of the current Report (8 double-sided sheets) can be made available (stock on Vestibule table currently finished but ask David today if you wish one). Also ask Synod Members for information, advice, to give feedback, share thinking.

Safeguarding

Is there anyone who has not done this training yet or who would like to do it whether required to or not? Please let Alan or 'tricia know as soon as possible please.

The Preaching Plan

In the current circumstances, the printed Plan is being followed with flexibility as required. It has been agreed that any amendments, updates, and the next Plan will be circulated to appropriate people electronically. If you need or wish any information about Preaching appointments, please contact Jenny Easson, Gerald Bostock, or Heather Dean. It is hoped to display one copy of any updated Plan in Marketgait (downstairs vestry) and one on a noticeboard.

The Methodist Prayer Handbook 2012-13

Copies on table - : £3.15.

“Holiness and Risk Event” cancellation

Next weekend's planned event has had to be cancelled, as Tulliallan Police College will no longer be available. However, a replacement Event has been organised:

“Our Calling” - A Celebration

On Saturday in Nicolson Square, Edinburgh, to reflect on discipleship journeys. The Event will commence round a Brunch at 11am and conclude with a Meal at 5pm (booked in a local Italian Restaurant). See poster for details.

It is open to all but please note that (re-)booking will be necessary by Tuesday through Fiona Inglis in the District Office - tel 01786 820295; fiona@methodistchurch.plus.com.

Meetings this week

Date & timeVenueDetails
Wednesday 31st October 2012, 10am to 11.30am Blairgowrie Methodist Church Coffee Morning. The support of Circuit friends is always much appreciated and a warm welcome given to all who come.
Thursday 1st November 2012, 7.30pm St Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, High Street, Dundee Voskresenije Choir of St Petersburg - programme of Russian sacred and folk music - tickets at door (£8 / £4 student UB40 / £1 children). See www.dundeechambermusic.org.uk
Friday 2nd November 2012, 12 noon - 1 pm YMCA 151 Brook Street, Broughty Ferry (opposite “M&S Food”) (map) Broughty Ferry Churches Group Christian Aid lunch. A choice of soups (including a vegetarian option), bread and cheese, followed by coffee or tea is available, and a donation of £2 (or more!) is invited to support the work of Christian Aid. A warm welcome is given to all to partake of the food and fellowship, whilst thinking of others worldwide.
Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th November 2012, 11am to 3pm Tulliallan Police College, Kincardine, Fife, FK10 4BE “Holiness and Risk Weekend: Place and Possibility”.
This event has been cancelled, but see alternative event below at Nicolson Square.
Saturday 3rd November 2012, 11am to meal at 5pm Nicolson Square Methodist Church, Edinburgh “Our Calling” - A Celebration, to reflect on discipleship journeys. The Event will commence round a Brunch at 11am and conclude with a Meal at 5pm (booked in a local Italian Restaurant). See poster for details.
It is open to all but please note that (re-)booking will be necessary by Tuesday through Fiona Inglis in the District Office - tel 01786 820295; fiona@methodistchurch.plus.com.
Saturday 3rd November 2012, 11am to 3pm Methodist Central Hall, Tollcross, Edinburgh Scottish Mind and Soul Conference: Exploring Christianity and Mental Health. Speakers, booking etc

Support other Organisations

Scottish Bible Society

Our support through the Bible-a-Month Club is invited in October for work in Georgia (ex-USSR) and in November for work in Brazil. Our attention is drawn this week to

  • Scripture distribution and work in Iran;
  • continuing work in Chile despite natural disasters, including through print and audio versions of the Romani Old Testament:
  • Bible Society partnership in Argentina with the Anglican Church, among the Wichi people;
  • medical and spiritual support to island communities in Brazil, through hospital boat 'Light of the Amazon';
  • staff training, financial team reorganisation and work with young people by the Bolivian Bible Society.

Today is being observed as Bible Sunday in churches in the UK.

“Alive and Active” - the quarterly SBS magazine is now available. Two (free) copies of the new autumn issue are on the Vestibule table - please take, read, share. If you would like to receive a copy regularly, please let Jenny Easson know.

Forthcoming events

Date & timeVenueDetails
Saturday 10th November 2012, 1pm St Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, High Street, Dundee Lunchtime concert given by Blake Parham - baritone, with Avril Evans - piano. More information
Thursday 15th November 2012, 7.30pm Dundee Methodist Church Worship Group - open to all interested - will consider planning for Advent and Christmas, including the December Café Service.
Tuesday 13th to Saturday 17th November 10.30am to 4pm (except Saturday 10.30am to 2pm) Barnhill St Margaret's, Broughty Ferry Arts & Crafts Festival
Saturday 17th November 10.30am to 4pm Barnhill St Margaret's, Broughty Ferry Christmas Fayre
Saturday 24th November 2012, 1pm St Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, High Street, Dundee Lunchtime concert given by Luke Welch - piano. More information
Saturday 1st December Dundee West Church, Perth Road Samuel Chorus: Christmas Concert
Sunday 2nd December St John's Episcopal Church, Forfar Samuel Chorus: Christmas Concert

Prayer Points for this week

  • The Vice-President of Conference in Warrington next weekend;
  • ACTS, CTE, Cytun & CTBI - national ecumenical instruments;
  • The "One Circuit" process in the Scotland District;
  • The Circuit Leadership Team and all coordinating the working of the Circuit, in cooperation with the Rev Lily Twist;
  • outreach in Tanzania (Mission Aviation Fellowship);
  • The Leprosy Mission's work in Nigeria;
  • free minibus transport for the Helen Keller Centre in Jerusalem (Embrace);
  • long-term campaigning and work to support peoples, groups and individuals (Christian Aid);
  • projects in the Bedfordshire, Essex and Hertfordshire District (Methodist Homes);
  • Bible Society work in Georgia and in Brazil;
  • we pray with and for the peoples of The Indian Ocean Islands - Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles, Maldives (WCC Ecumenical Calendar);
  • we remember fellow Methodists in Westminster (The London District) and in Girvan (Ayrshire and Renfrewshire Circuit).