Today from Acts 2 Peter tells the people that they must,
“Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”
Acts 2:38-39
We have access to the greatest life-saving commodity
this world will ever need and it costs us nothing.
Are we willing to share it with our friends and neighbours
who are in desperate need today?
Not so much a Hymn story but a song that has been shared today. It is a song that reminds us that we have Hope and that hope is found in Jesus. “Hope Has A Name, His Name Is Jesus”
Due to the growing global prevalence of Coronavirus amongst the poorest communities in the world, the Presbyterian Church in Ireland (PCI) has announced that it is releasing £60,000 (€68,118) towards the emergency response via Christian Aid and Tearfund, PCI’s relief and development partners, and to its partner churches and organisations. Read The Full Article Here - https://bit.ly/3dfS7R0
You can take part in this. Today from 8am - 8pm, there is an opportunity to pray for the work of Christian Unions Ireland. Each hour will start with a video introduction and story from a student or supporter broadcasted on Facebook and Instagram.
For the rest of the hour, you will have the opportunity to respond in prayer, guided by the prayers in our resource pack. Click Here
https://bit.ly/2LcA1mR
If you don't have a Facebook or Instagram account, you can still join us!
Go to www.facebook.com/christianunionsireland or www.cui.ie at the start of each hour.
The day will end with a time of corporate prayer via Zoom, from 6pm - 8pm.
THE LINK FOR ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86058911158
MEETING ID: 860-5891-1158
Dominic Smart sadly died last week after being diagnosed with cancer. Many of you will remember him speaking at the Keswick Convention in Portstewart. Below is an interview that he gave 11 months ago about living with cancer. It is not an easy watch but Dominic speaks clearly about his faith for about 20 minutes.
The Irresistible Church Podcast, discussing digital evangelism and how to utilise digital media to connect people to the church!
Click here to watch: https://player.lightcast.com/yYjN4AjM?fbcli
Another episode of UCB’s podcast. This time Helen and Vicky chat with John and Debby Wright to look at how we can worship and connect with God in lockdown.
https://player.lightcast.com/ygDO3AjM
Do you feel like you've wandered away from God? This encouraging message by Charles Stanley is a reminder that no matter how far lost you feel, God is always ready to invite you home.
Click here to watch: https://player.lightcast.com/yMjMygjN
Discussion with Nancy Guthrie about a Bible passage she frequently visits for encouragement: “He upholds the universe by the word of his power” (Heb. 1:3). We also discuss her new and upcoming book “Saints and Scoundrels in the Story of Jesus.” Nancy is the host of the Help Me Teach the Bible podcast at The Gospel Coalition, and she teaches the Bible through numerous Bible study books, at her home church—Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Franklin, Tennessee—as well as at conferences around the country and internationally.
I think the Jigsaw is getting out of hand and way too competitive. If you are enjoying the puzzle and you get a time of over 5 minutes please continue to enjoy and take your time. If you enjoy the thrill of competition yesterday’s times are as follows.
0.42 Jenna
0.44 Jason
2.28 Julie
I think we will ramp up the difficultly a little today, in preparation for Friday! So 35 pieces instead of 20, if you manage sub 1 minute today, I want to see proof of your time. 😁
https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=31cf0c63ed82
The “Where Is It?” Yesterday was Portstewart Town Hall.
It is a very distinctive font that is used for the sign.