Burnside Presbyterian Church - Newsletter

Newsletter - Sunday 1st June 2025

5/6/2025

Dear Friends of Burnside,

This Sunday we continue to ask, “Who Are You Jesus?” And we receive the reply, “I Am The Vine”

Join us this Sunday at 11:00am
Why not bring a friend along?

Information For The Week Ahead

Community Cafe - Drop-In
Drop-In on Thursday 10:30am-12noon

Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting 9:30am Wednesday

The Burnside Blog
The Blog continues each week day
www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk

Keswick @ Portstewart
Saturday 5th - Friday 11th July
More Details Here - https://www.keswickatportstewart.org/2025-convention
Previous Years can be watched here https://youtube.com/@keswickportstewart?si=5lxOZl80-wvHhv0o

New Horizon
Saturday 2nd - Friday 8th August 2025
Find Out More Here https://newhorizon.org.uk

CSSM
Monday 7th July - Friday 18th July

General Assembly 2025
Tuesday 10 – Thursday 12 June
Assembly Buildings, Belfast
Opening Meeting - Tuesday 10 June, 10am
Opening address and constitution of General Assembly 2025 with Rt Rev Dr Richard Murray
Installation of New Moderator - Wednesday 10 June, 4.30pm
Installation of Moderator, Rev Trevor Gribben
Reflective Worship - Tuesday 10 June, 5.30pm & Wednesday 11 June, 12.30pm
Communion - Thursday 12 June, 12.30pm
All are welcome – no tickets required
Full details and live streaming
www.presbyterianireland.org/ga2025

Samaritan’s Purse (Shoebox Appeal)
A number of events are being hosted by First Coleraine Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 4th June 2025
Breakfast for Elders and Committee Members 9:30am Please RSVP to [email protected]
Also 2 Information Events, which are free but you must book if planning to attend.
Wednesday Afternoon, 3pm 4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1280528849259?aff=oddtdtcreator
Wednesday Evening, 4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1251403695139?aff=oddtdtcreator

Alzheimer’s Society
Online information sessions for anyone who cares for someone with dementia, a family member, friend or someone you know with dementia.
Wednesday 4 June 2025 10.30am - Alzheimer’s Society - services & support we offer
https:/ /forms.office.com/e/AAY...
To book, either click the link, or phone: 0791 8661 823 or email:
[email protected]

Livestream Of Services
If you aren’t able to join with us on Sunday you can watch the Livestream at anytime throughout the week.
I Am The Vine
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-1st-june-2025

May we know God’s Blessing this week,

Richard

Burnside Presbyterian Church
Mill Road, Portstewart, BT55 7SW
Charity Commission of N.I. Charity No. 105542

Newsletter - Sunday 18th May 2025

18/5/2025

Communion

I Am The Resurrection And The Life

Dear Friends of Burnside,

This Sunday we gather around the Lord’s Table to share in Communion. If you missed our Preparation service on Wednesday night you can listen again (link at the end of the email. Also remember our Communion Thanksgiving service on Sunday Evening at 7:00pm.

Join us this Sunday at 11:00am & 7:00pm
Why not bring a friend along?

Information For The Week Ahead

Word For Today
The latest edition for May, June, July is now available in the vestibule

Community Cafe - Drop-In
Drop-In on Thursday 10:30am-12noon

Communion Season
Communion Service 11:00am Sunday 18th May 2025
Communion Thanksgiving Service 7:00pm Sunday 18th May 2025

Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting 9:30am Wednesday

The Burnside Blog
The Blog continues each week day
www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk

Samaritan’s Purse (Shoebox Appeal)
A number of events are being hosted by First Coleraine Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 4th June 2025
Breakfast for Elders and Committee Members 9:30am Please RSVP to [email protected]
Also 2 Information Events, which are free but you must book if planning to attend.
Wednesday Afternoon, 3pm 4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1280528849259?aff=oddtdtcreator
Wednesday Evening, 4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1251403695139?aff=oddtdtcreator

Cooking With A Budget
Friday 16th May 2025 6:30-8:30pm Portstewart Presbyterian Church Hall. Come along to learn useful tips to cook and feed your family on a budget. Contact Michelle 07470120152

Alzheimer’s Society
Online information sessions for anyone who cares for someone with dementia, a family member, friend or someone you know with dementia.
Wednesday 21 May 2025 10.30am - Make the call – Are you missing out on benefits?
Wednesday 28 May 2025 10.30am - Understanding future planning - by the Office of care and protection
Wednesday 4 June 2025 10.30am - Alzheimer’s Society - services & support we offer
https:/ /forms.office.com/e/AAY...
To book, either click the link, or phone: 0791 8661 823 or email:
[email protected]

Livestream Of Services
If you aren’t able to join with us on Sunday you can watch the Livestream at anytime throughout the week.
COMMUNION PREPARATION
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/wednesday-14th-may-2025-communion-preparation

COMMUNION
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-18th-may-2025-communion

COMMUNION THANKSGIVING
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-18th-may-2025-communion-thanksgiving

May we know God’s Blessing this week,

Richard

Burnside Presbyterian Church
Mill Road, Portstewart, BT55 7SW
Charity Commission of N.I. Charity No. 105542

Newsletter - Sunday 11th May 2025

11/5/2025

Dear Friends of Burnside,

As we continue to think of the Good Shepherd, we compare John 10 with Psalm 23 and find the Good Shepherd who gives the Abundant and Secure Life.

Join us this Sunday at 11:00am
Why not bring a friend along?

Information For The Week Ahead

Car-Boot Sale & Auto Jumble
Friday 9th May 2025 in Church Car-Park
Cars admitted from 8:30am (£10)
Open to the Public from 9:00am-4:00pm
Soup, Rolls & Tea & Coffee available from 12noon-1:30pm
See Joe Nevin for more details 075 3007 8574
Proceeds in aid of Claire Arian (nee McIntyre) Hamsayeh Mission

Word For Today
The latest edition for May, June, July is now available in the vestibule

Community Cafe - Drop-In
Drop-In on Thursday 15th May 10:30am-12noon

Communion Season
Communion Preparation 7:00pm Wednesday 14th May 2025
Communion Service 11:00am Sunday 18th May 2025
Communion Thanksgiving Service 7:00pm Sunday 18th May 2025

Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting 9:30am Wednesday

The Burnside Blog
The Blog continues each week day
www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk

Samaritan’s Purse (Shoebox Appeal)
A number of events are being hosted by First Coleraine Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 4th June 2025
Breakfast for Elders and Committee Members 9:30am Please RSVP to [email protected]
Also 2 Information Events, which are free but you must book if planning to attend.
Wednesday Afternoon, 3pm 4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1280528849259?aff=oddtdtcreator
Wednesday Evening, 4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1251403695139?aff=oddtdtcreator

Cooking With A Budget
Friday 16th May 2025 6:30-8:30pm Portstewart Presbyterian Church Hall. Come along to learn useful tips to cook and feed your family on a budget. Contact Michelle 07470120152

Alzheimer’s Society
Online information sessions for anyone who cares for someone with dementia, a family member, friend or someone you know with dementia.
Wednesday 14 May 2025 10.30am - What is dementia? Dr Elaine Boyd
Wednesday 21 May 2025 10.30am - Make the call – Are you missing out on benefits?
Wednesday 28 May 2025 10.30am - Understanding future planning - by the Office of care and protection
Wednesday 4 June 2025 10.30am - Alzheimer’s Society - services & support we offer
https:/ /forms.office.com/e/AAY...
To book, either click the link, or phone: 0791 8661 823 or email:
[email protected]

Presbytery Elders' Fellowship
Will meet on Tuesday 13th May at 8pm, in Drumachose Presbyterian Church Hall, when there will be a speaker from Christians against Poverty.

Livestream Of Services
If you aren’t able to join with us on Sunday you can watch the Livestream at anytime throughout the week.
JESUS THE SHEPHERD - Who Gives The Abundant & Secure Life (Psalm 23)
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-11th-may-2025

May we know God’s Blessing this week,

Richard

Burnside Presbyterian Church
Mill Road, Portstewart, BT55 7SW
Charity Commission of N.I. Charity No. 105542

Newsletter - Sunday 13th April 2025

13/4/2025

Palm Sunday

“Who Are You Jesus?” - “I Am The Good Shepherd”

Dear Friends of Burnside,

This Sunday we ask once again, “Who Are You Jesus?”, and we hear the reply “I Am The Good Shepherd”. Those who first heard Jesus say these words would have been shocked because they knew the implications of what Jesus was saying. We will be reading from John 10:11-18 and you might find it interesting to read what Ezekiel has to say about the Shepherd in Ezekiel 34.

Sunday is also Palm Sunday and we will be meditating on Jesus entering Jerusalem as he journeys to the cross.

Join us this Sunday at 11:00am

Why not bring a friend along?

Information For The Week Ahead

Summary Highlights (More Details Below)
Choir Practice : 12pm Sunday 13th April
Prayer Meeting : 9:30am Wednesday
Drop-In : 10:30am-12noon Thursday
Dawn Service - 6:00am Easter Sunday 20th April
Easter Service 11:00am Sunday 20th April

Community Cafe - Drop-In
Drop-In continues 10:30am-12noon Thursday

Lenten Bible Study - Quietness & Trust
The Lenten Bible Study continues Monday to Saturday, you can follow along on the Church Website.

Choir Practices
In Preparation For Easter.
After Worship, Sunday 13th April.

Easter Sunday
11:00am Easter Sunday Service in Burnside

Dawn Service
Joining with Portstewart Presbyterian and Portstewart Baptist Churches at 6:00am Easter Sunday 20th April on the Harbour Hill, followed by breakfast in Portstewart Presbyterian Church Hall

Communion Season
Communion Preparation 7:00pm Wednesday 14th May 2025
Communion Service 11:00am Sunday 18th May 2025
Communion Thanksgiving Service 7:00pm Sunday 18th May 2025

Easter Young People’s Mission Week
14th-18th April organised by the youth workers in the local churches with events taking place at Portstewart Baptist Church.
Kids Club 10:30am-12:30pm
Street Reach 10:30am-12:30pm
Youth 7:30pm-9:30pm
Anyone 14+ can volunteer to help and Adults especially needed for Street Reach, helping in practical ways around the town. Help with Catering and providing traybakes for the week would also be appreciated. See Richard for more details.

Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting continues 9:30am Wednesday

Barnabas Aid Food Appeal
Thank You to everyone who donated food, it was collected this week and will be sent to Lebanon

The Burnside Blog
The Blog continues each week day.
www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk

Semeron
Cancer Support Group - Minding Our Mental Health with Pauline Wilson
Saturday 12th April 2025 11:00am-12:30pm in Hazelbank Church Hall, Coleraine. www.semeron.org

Samaritan’s Purse (Shoebox Appeal)
A number of events are being hosted by First Coleraine Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 4th June 2025
Breakfast for Elders and Committee Members 9:30am Please RSVP to [email protected] by Wednesday 16th April, this will help with catering arrangements.
Also 2 Information Events, which are free but you must book if planning to attend.
Wednesday Afternoon, 3pm 4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1280528849259?aff=oddtdtcreator
Wednesday Evening, 4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1251403695139?aff=oddtdtcreator

Evening Of Easter Praise
7:00pm Sunday 13th April 2025 with Coleraine Community Choir in First Coleraine Presbyterian Church. Offering in Aid of The Children’s Cancer Unit Charity

Cooking With A Budget
Friday 16th May 2025 6:30-8:30pm Portstewart Presbyterian Church Hall. Come along to learn useful tips to cook and feed your family on a budget. Contact Michelle 07470120152

Alzheimer’s Society
Online information sessions for anyone who cares for someone with dementia, a family member, friend or someone you know with dementia.
Wednesday 14 May 2025 10.30am - What is dementia? Dr Elaine Boyd
Wednesday 21 May 2025 10.30am - Make the call – Are you missing out on benefits?
Wednesday 28 May 2025 10.30am - Understanding future planning - by the Office of care and protection
Wednesday 4 June 2025 10.30am - Alzheimer’s Society - services & support we offer
https:/ /forms.office.com/e/AAY...
To book, either click the link, or phone: 0791 8661 823 or email:
[email protected]

Largy Vintage Day
Saturday 3rd May from 11.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
Vintage cars, tractors and stationary engines. Other attractions include cake stall, craft stall, plant stall, teas, burgers, face painting, dog show, bouncy castles, horse & cart rides, line dancing, ice cream van, tuck shop, selection of small animals, sheep shearing, pancake making demonstration etc. £5 per adult. £2 per stall.

Livestream Of Services
If you aren’t able to join with us on Sunday you can watch the Livestream at anytime throughout the week.
I Am The Good Shepherd
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-13th-april-2025

May we know God’s Blessing this week,

Richard

Burnside Presbyterian Church
Mill Road, Portstewart, BT55 7SW
Charity Commission of N.I. Charity No. 105542

Newsletter - Sunday 6th April 2025

7/4/2025

50th Anniversary

Dear Friends of Burnside,

This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Burnside Presbyterian Church and to mark the occasion the Moderator Rt. Rev. Dr. Richard Murray will conduct worship at 11:00am this Sunday 6th April 2025. We would love you to join with us to Worship.

Join us this Sunday at 11:00am

Why not bring a friend along?

Information For The Week Ahead

Summary Highlights (More Details Below)
Music Festival in Church Halls this This Week
No Drop-In this week.
Choir Practice : 12pm Sunday 13th April
50th Anniversary : 11am Sun 6th April
Dawn Service - 6:00am Easter Sunday 20th April

Music Festival
The Portstewart Music Festival will be held in the Church Halls this week from Monday 7th April - Saturday 12th April.
There will be access to the church and Room 1 but not the rest of the Halls.

Community Cafe - Drop-In
No Drop-In this week because of the Music Festival.

Annual Bowling Service
Thank you to everyone involved with our Annual Bowling Service last Sunday Evening. £1004 was raised for The Alzheimer’s Society.

Lenten Bible Study - Quietness & Trust
The Lenten Bible Study continues Monday to Saturday, you can follow along on the Church Website.

Choir Practices
In Preparation For Easter.
After Worship, Sunday 13th April.

Easter Young People’s Mission Week
14th-18th April organised by the youth workers in the local churches with events taking place at Portstewart Baptist Church.
Kids Club 10:30am-12:30pm
Street Reach 10:30am-12:30pm
Youth 7:30pm-9:30pm
Anyone 14+ can volunteer to help and Adults especially needed for Street Reach, helping in practical ways around the town. Help with Catering and providing traybakes for the week would also be appreciated. See Richard for more details.

Dawn Service
Joining with Portstewart Presbyterian and Portstewart Baptist Churches at 6:00am Easter Sunday 20th April on the Harbour Hill, followed by breakfast in Portstewart Presbyterian Church Hall

Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting continues 9:30am Wednesday

Bowling Club
7:15pm on Monday & Thursday.

Barnabas Aid Food Appeal
With the help of Barnabas Aid, the PW are contributing dried food to be sent by Container to Christians in Lebanon. If you would like to help, please bring food and leave in the vestibule over the next few weeks. Items that are required - Rice, Salt, Sugar, Lentils, Chickpeas, Dried Beans, Dried Broad Beans and Dried Peas, in bags only (No Tins) Please ensure that the Best Before Date is at least 10 months ahead. See Anne Freeman for more details.

The Burnside Blog
The Blog continues each week day.
www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk

Semeron
Cancer Support Group - Minding Our Mental Health with Pauline Wilson
Saturday 12th April 2025 11:00am-12:30pm in Hazelbank Church Hall, Coleraine. www.semeron.org

Samaritan’s Purse (Shoebox Appeal)
A number of events are being hosted by First Coleraine Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 4th June 2025
Breakfast for Elders and Committee Members 9:30am Please RSVP to [email protected] by Wednesday 16th April, this will help with catering arrangements.

Also 2 Information Events, which are free but you must book if planning to attend.

Wednesday Afternoon, 3pm 4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1280528849259?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wednesday Evening4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1251403695139?aff=oddtdtcreator

Evening Of Easter Praise
7:00pm Sunday 13th April 2025 with Coleraine Community Choir in First Coleraine Presbyterian Church. Offering in Aid of The Children’s Cancer Unit Charity

Cooking With A Budget
Friday 16th May 2025 6:30-8:30pm Portstewart Presbyterian Church Hall. Come along to learn useful tips to cook and feed your family on a budget. Contact Michelle 07470120152

Livestream Of Services
If you aren’t able to join with us on Sunday you can watch the Livestream at anytime throughout the week.
50th Anniversary
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-6th-april-2025

May we know God’s Blessing this week,

Richard

Burnside Presbyterian Church
Mill Road, Portstewart, BT55 7SW
Charity Commission of N.I. Charity No. 105542

Newsletter - Sunday 30th March 2025

30/3/2025

Locked Doors Are Opened By God
John 20:19-30

Dear Friends of Burnside,

This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Burnside Presbyterian Church and to mark the occasion the Moderator Rt. Rev. Dr. Richard Murray will conduct worship at 11:00am on Sunday 6th April 2025. We would love you to join with us on that Sunday for Worship

This Sunday, we continue to think about Doors, looking at how Locked Doors Are Opened By God and we will be reading John 20:19-30.

Join us this Sunday at 11:00am

Why not bring a friend who needs to open the door to Jesus?

50th Anniversary
Next Sunday, 11:00am 6th April 2025 we will be celebrating the 50th Anniversary of our Congregation with Rt. Rev. Dr. Richard Murray, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church In Ireland. Everyone is very welcome to join us. If you have booked for the meal please make sure that you have paid by this Sunday.

Information For The Week Ahead

Summary Highlights (More Details Below)
Choir Practice : 12pm This Sunday 30th March
Committee Meeting : 7:00pm Monday 31st March
50th Anniversary : 11am Sun 6th April
Dawn Service - 6:00am Easter Sunday 20th April

Annual Bowling Service
Thank you to everyone involved with our Annual Bowling Service last Sunday Evening. £1004 was raised for The Alzheimer’s Society.

Committee Meeting
7:00pm Monday 31st March 2025 in Minor Hall

Lenten Bible Study - Quietness & Trust
The Lenten Bible Study continues Monday to Saturday, you can follow along on the Church Website.

Choir Practices
In Preparation For Easter.
After Worship, Sunday 30th March & 13th April.

Easter Young People’s Mission Week
14th-18th April organised by the youth workers in the local churches with events taking place at Portstewart Baptist Church.
Kids Club 10:30am-12:30pm
Street Reach 10:30am-12:30pm
Youth 7:30pm-9:30pm
Anyone 14+ can volunteer to help and Adults especially needed for Street Reach, helping in practical ways around the town. Help with Catering and providing traybakes for the week would also be appreciated. See Richard for more details.

Dawn Service
Joining with Portstewart Presbyterian and Portstewart Baptist Churches at 6:00am Easter Sunday 20th April on the Harbour Hill, followed by breakfast in Portstewart Presbyterian Church Hall

Girls’ Brigade
Every Tuesday Night.
Explorers - Age 3-7 years old 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Company - Age 8-18 years Old 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Contact Julie Craig 07990533156 for more details

Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting continues 9:30am Wednesday

Bowling Club
7:15pm on Monday & Thursday.

Barnabas Aid Food Appeal
With the help of Barnabas Aid, the PW are contributing dried food to be sent by Container to Christians in Lebanon. If you would like to help, please bring food and leave in the vestibule over the next few weeks. Items that are required - Rice, Salt, Sugar, Lentils, Chickpeas, Dried Beans, Dried Broad Beans and Dried Peas, in bags only (No Tins) Please ensure that the Best Before Date is at least 10 months ahead. See Anne Freeman for more details.

Community Cafe - Drop-In
Drop-In continues 10:30am-12noon Thursday

The Burnside Blog
The Blog continues each week day.
www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk

Music Exams
There will be Music Exams taking place in the Church Halls on Tuesday 1st (8am - 1pm) and Wednesday 2nd April (8am-8pm)
Please plan ahead if you need access to the Halls.

Music Festival
The Portstewart Music Festival will be held in the Church Halls from Monday 7th April - Saturday 12th April.
There will be access to the church and Room 1 but not the rest of the Halls.

Samaritan’s Purse (Shoebox Appeal)
A number of events are being hosted by First Coleraine Presbyterian Church on Wednesday 4th June 2025
Breakfast for Elders and Committee Members 9:30am Please RSVP to [email protected] by Wednesday 16th April, this will help with catering arrangements.

Also 2 Information Events, which are free but you must book if planning to attend.

Wednesday Afternoon, 3pm 4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1280528849259?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wednesday Evening4th June event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1251403695139?aff=oddtdtcreator

Livestream Of Services
If you aren’t able to join with us on Sunday you can watch the Livestream at anytime throughout the week.
Jesus Opens Locked Doors
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-30th-march-2025

May we know God’s Blessing this week,

Richard

Burnside Presbyterian Church
Mill Road, Portstewart, BT55 7SW
Charity Commission of N.I. Charity No. 105542

Newsletter - Sunday 16th March 2025

16/3/2025

I Stand At The Door And Knock …

Dear Friends of Burnside,

This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Burnside Presbyterian Church and to mark the occasion the Moderator Rt. Rev. Dr. Richard Murray will conduct worship on Sunday 6th April 2025. We would love you to join with us on that Sunday for Worship, you are also invited to a meal in the church hall after the service (details below). Also do let others know about this special Sunday.

This Sunday, we hear Jesus say,

Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.
Revelation 3:20 (NIV)

Join us this Sunday at 11:00am

Why not bring a friend who needs to open the door to Jesus?

50th Anniversary
After the Service on Sunday 6th April 2025 Caterers will provide a meal in the Church Hall (costing £23 per person)
Please sign sheet in Vestibule on Sunday if you intend to stay for the meal and indicate menu choices. You are very welcome to come to the service even if you are not staying for the meal.
Main Course - Roast Silverside of Beef or Roast Supreme Of Chicken wrapped in Smoked Bacon
Dessert - Homemade Apple Tart with Custard or Strawberry Roulade
Payment can be placed in an envelope and given to Janice or Rea or placed on Offering Plate.
Everyone is welcome, including our seasonal visitors.
You can email details to [email protected] if you will not be in Burnside before April.

Information For The Week Ahead

Summary Highlights (More Details Below)
Choir Practice : 12pm This Sunday 23rd March
Bowling Service : 7pm Sun 23rd March
Committee Meeting : 7:00pm Monday 31st March
50th Anniversary : 11am Sun 6th April
Dawn Service - 6:00am Easter Sunday 20th April

Presbytery Mission Rally
The Annual Presbytery Mission Rally will take place at 7:00pm this Sunday 16th March 2025 in Terrace Row Presbyterian Church in Coleraine. Everyone is welcome to join us as we support the Mission of our Presbyterian Church. The Moderator Rt. Rev. Dr. Richard Murray will be the special guest as he tells us about his recent trip to Poland.

Annual Bowling Service
Organised by Burnside Presbyterian Church Indoor Bowling Club at 7:00pm on Sunday 23rd March 2025. The guest speaker will be Rev. Alan Dickey and our worship will be led by Coleraine Community Choir. An Offering will be taken at the service for The Alzheimer’s Society.
Service followed by supper in the Church Hall. Everyone very welcome.

Lenten Bible Study - Quietness & Trust
The Lenten Bible Study continues Monday to Saturday, you can follow along on the Church Website.

Choir Practices
In Preparation For Easter.
After Worship, Sunday 16th, 23rd, 30th March & 13th April.

Easter Young People’s Mission Week
14th-18th April organised by the youth workers in the local churches with events taking place at Portstewart Baptist Church.
Kids Club 10:30am-12:30pm
Street Reach 10:30am-12:30pm
Youth 7:30pm-9:30pm
Anyone 14+ can volunteer to help and Adults especially needed for Street Reach, helping in practical ways around the town. Help with Catering and providing traybakes for the week would also be appreciated. See Richard for more details.

Dawn Service
Joining with Portstewart Presbyterian and Portstewart Baptist Churches at 6:00am Easter Sunday 20th April on the Harbour Hill, followed by breakfast in Portstewart Presbyterian Church Hall

Samaritan’s Purse
Janice would like to thank everyone who contributed to the Samaritan’s Purse Shoe Box Appeal. 76 Shoe Boxes, were sent from Burnside, a magnificent total.

Girls’ Brigade
Every Tuesday Night.
Explorers - Age 3-7 years old 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Company - Age 8-18 years Old 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Contact Julie Craig 07990533156 for more details

Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting continues 9:30am Wednesday

Bowling Club
7:15pm on Monday & Thursday.

Barnabas Aid Food Appeal
With the help of Barnabas Aid, the PW are contributing dried food to be sent by Container to Christians in Lebanon. If you would like to help, please bring food and leave in the vestibule over the next few weeks. Items that are required - Rice, Salt, Sugar, Lentils, Chickpeas, Dried Beans, Dried Broad Beans and Dried Peas, in bags only (No Tins) Please ensure that the Best Before Date is at least 10 months ahead. See Anne Freeman for more details.

Friendship Hour
The next Friendship Hour will be the Easter Afternoon Tea (you can skip lunch in preparation) at 2:00pm on Tuesday 18th March 2025. Everyone is welcome. If you haven’t already, please sign the sheet in the vestibule or speak to Helen or David Murphy so that we know numbers for catering.

Committee Meeting
7:00pm Monday 31st March 2025 in Minor Hall

Community Cafe - Drop-In
Drop-In continues 10:30am-12noon Thursday

The Burnside Blog
The Blog continues each week day.
www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk

Music Exams
There will be Music Exams taking place in the Church Halls on Tuesday 1st (8am - 1pm) and Wednesday 2nd April (8am-8pm)
Please plan ahead if you need access to the Halls.

Music Festival
The Portstewart Music Festival will be held in the Church Halls from Monday 7th April - Saturday 12th April.
There will be access to the church and Room 1 but not the rest of the Halls.

Sperrin Gold
The Sperrin Singers (Formerly known as The Regan Singers) will be celebrating 50 Years with Sperrin Gold an evening of sacred gospel and popular music, in Portstewart Presbyterian Church, 7:30pm Saturday 22nd March 2025. Subscription £10

Livestream Of Services
If you aren’t able to join with us on Sunday you can watch the Livestream at anytime throughout the week.
I Stand At The Door And Knock
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-16th-march-2025

May we know God’s Blessing this week,

Richard

Burnside Presbyterian Church
Mill Road, Portstewart, BT55 7SW
Charity Commission of N.I. Charity No. 105542

Newsletter - Sunday 9th March 2025

11/3/2025

Dear Friends of Burnside,

This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Burnside Presbyterian Church and to mark the occasion the Moderator Rt. Rev. Dr. Richard Murray will conduct worship on Sunday 6th April 2025. We would love you to join with us on that Sunday for Worship, you are also invited to a meal in the church hall after the service (details below). Also do let others know about this special Sunday.

This Sunday, we are asking once again, “Who Are You Jesus?”
To help us understand who he is, Jesus once again takes an everyday object and tells us,

I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. He will come in and go out, and find pasture.
John 10:9 (NIV)

Join us this Sunday at 11:00am

Why not bring a friend who might be searching for light in their own life.

50th Anniversary
After the Service on Sunday 6th April 2025 Caterers will provide a meal in the Church Hall (costing £23 per person)
Please sign sheet in Vestibule on Sunday if you intend to stay for the meal and indicate menu choices. You are very welcome to come to the service even if you are not staying for the meal.
Main Course - Roast Silverside of Beef or Roast Supreme Of Chicken wrapped in Smoked Bacon
Dessert - Homemade Apple Tart with Custard or Strawberry Roulade
Payment can be placed in an envelope and given to Janice or Rea or placed on Offering Plate.
Everyone is welcome, including our seasonal visitors.

Samaritan’s Purse
Janice would like to thank everyone who contributed to the Samaritan’s Purse Shoe Box Appeal. 76 Shoe Boxes, were sent from Burnside, a magnificent total. Join us on Sunday as we hear accounts of where some Shoeboxes were sent.

Information For The Week Ahead

Summary Highlights (More Details Below)
Choir Practice : 12pm Sun 16th March
Mission Rally: 7pm Sun 16th March-Terrace Row
Friendship Hour : 2pm Tue 18th March
Bowling Service : 7pm Sun 23rd March
Committee Meeting : 7:00pm Monday 31st March
50th Anniversary : 11am Sun 6th April

Presbytery Mission Rally
The Annual Presbytery Mission Rally will take place at 7:00pm this Sunday 16th March 2025 in Terrace Row Presbyterian Church in Coleraine. Everyone is welcome to join us as we support the Mission of our Presbyterian Church. The Moderator Rt. Rev. Dr. Richard Murray will be the special guest as he tells us about his recent trip to Poland.

Annual Bowling Service
Organised by Burnside Presbyterian Church Indoor Bowling Club at 7:00pm on Sunday 23rd March 2025. The guest speaker will be Rev. Alan Dickey and our worship will be led by Coleraine Community Choir. Service followed by supper in the Church Hall. Everyone very welcome.

Lenten Bible Study - Quietness & Trust
The Lenten Bible Study has started, there are only two copies available in the vestibule costing £2, you can also follow along on the Church Website.

Choir Practices
In Preparation For Easter.
After Worship, Sunday 16th, 23rd, 30th March & 13th April.

Easter Young People’s Mission Week
14th-18th April organised by the youth workers in the local churches with events taking place at Portstewart Baptist Church.
Kids Club 10:30am-12:30pm
Street Reach 10:30am-12:30pm
Youth 7:30pm-9:30pm
Anyone 14+ can volunteer to help and Adults especially needed for Street Reach, helping in practical ways around the town. Help with Catering and providing traybakes for the week would also be appreciated. See Richard for more details.

Girls’ Brigade
Every Tuesday Night.
Explorers - Age 3-7 years old 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Company - Age 8-18 years Old 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Contact Julie Craig 07990533156 for more details

Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting continues 9:30am Wednesday

Bowling Club
7:15pm on Monday & Thursday.

PW
2:00pm Monday 10th March 2025 with Callum Webster from the Christian Institute.
The PW have widened the invitation to anyone who is interested in the work of the Christian Institute. (Women & Men)

Barnabas Aid Food Appeal
With the help of Barnabas Aid, the PW are contributing dried food to be sent by Container to Christians in Lebanon. If you would like to help, please bring food and leave in the vestibule over the next few weeks. Items that are required - Rice, Salt, Sugar, Lentils, Chickpeas, Dried Beans, Dried Broad Beans and Dried Peas, in bags only (No Tins) Please ensure that the Best Before Date is at least 10 months ahead. See Anne Freeman for more details.

Friendship Hour
The next Friendship Hour will be the Easter Afternoon Tea (you can skip lunch in preparation) at 2:00pm on Tuesday 18th March 2025. Everyone is welcome. If you haven’t already, please sign the sheet in the vestibule or speak to Helen or David Murphy so that we know numbers for catering.

Committee Meeting
7:00pm Monday 31st March 2025 in Minor Hall

Community Cafe - Drop-In
Drop-In continues 10:30am-12noon Thursday

The Burnside Blog
The Blog continues each week day.
www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk

Music Exams
There will be Music Exams taking place in the Church Halls on Tuesday 1st (8am - 1pm) and Wednesday 2nd April (8am-8pm)
Please plan ahead if you need access to the Halls.

Music Festival
The Portstewart Music Festival will be held in the Church Halls from Monday 7th April - Saturday 12th April.
There will be access to the church and Room 1 but not the rest of the Halls.

Sperrin Gold
The Sperrin Singers (Formerly known as The Regan Singers) will be celebrating 50 Years with Sperrin Gold an evening of sacred gospel and popular music, in Portstewart Presbyterian Church, 7:30pm Saturday 22nd March 2025. Subscription £10

Livestream Of Services
If you aren’t able to join with us on Sunday you can watch the Livestream at anytime throughout the week.
I AM THE GATE
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-9th-march-2025

May we know God’s Blessing this week,

Richard

Burnside Presbyterian Church
Mill Road, Portstewart, BT55 7SW
Charity Commission of N.I. Charity No. 105542

Newsletter - Sunday 2nd March 2025

2/3/2025

Dear Friends of Burnside,

This Sunday, after discovering that we are The Light Of The World, we consider how we can Walk In The Light.

Join us this Sunday at 11:00am

Why not bring a friend who might be searching for light in their own life.

50th Anniversary
This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Burnside Presbyterian Church and to mark the occasion the Moderator Rt. Rev. Dr. Richard Murray will conduct worship on Sunday 6th April 2025.
Afterwards there will be a meal in the Church Hall costing £23 per person (Payment can be placed in an envelope and given to Janice or Rea)
Please sign sheet in Vestibule on Sunday if you intend to stay for the meal and indicate menu choices.
Main Course - Roast Silverside of Beef or Roast Supreme Of Chicken wrapped in Smoked Bacon
Dessert - Homemade Apple Tart with Custard or Strawberry Roulade
Everyone is welcome, including our seasonal visitors.

Information For The Week Ahead

Lenten Bible Study - Quietness & Trust
There are a few additional copies available if you didn’t manage to order, costing £2 and starting this week on Ash Wednesday (5th March 2025).

Choir Practices
In Preparation For Easter.
After Worship, Sunday 16th, 23rd, 30th March & 13th April.

Easter Young People’s Mission Week
14th-18th April organised by the youth workers in the local churches with events taking place at Portstewart Baptist Church.
Kids Club 10:30am-12:30pm
Street Reach 10:30am-12:30pm
Youth 7:30pm-9:30pm
Anyone 14+ can volunteer to help and Adults especially needed for Street Reach, helping in practical ways around the town. Help with Catering and providing traybakes for the week would also be appreciated. See Richard for more details.

Girls’ Brigade
Every Tuesday Night.
Explorers - Age 3-7 years old 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Company - Age 8-18 years Old 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Contact Julie Craig 07990533156 for more details

Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting continues 9:30am Wednesday

Bowling Club
7:15pm on Monday & Thursday.

Annual Bowling Service
Organised by Burnside Presbyterian Church Indoor Bowling Club at 7:00pm on Sunday 23rd March 2025. The guest speaker will be Rev. Alan Dickey and our worship will be led by Coleraine Community Choir. Service followed by supper in the church Hall. Everyone very welcome.

PW
2:00pm Monday 10th March 2025 with Callum Webster from the Christian Institute. All ladies welcome.

Barnabas Aid Food Appeal
With the help of Barnabas Aid, the PW are contributing dried food to be sent by Container to Christians in Lebanon. If you would like to help, please bring food and leave in the vestibule over the next few weeks. Items that are required - Rice, Salt, Sugar, Lentils, Chickpeas, Dried Beans, Dried Broad Beans and Dried Peas, in bags only (No Tins) Please ensure that the Best Before Date is at least 10 months ahead. See Anne Freeman for more details.

Friendship Hour
The next Friendship Hour will be the Easter Afternoon Tea (you can skip lunch in preparation) at 2:00pm on Tuesday 18th March 2025. Everyone is welcome. If you haven’t already, please sign the sheet in the vestibule or speak to Helen or David Murphy so that we know numbers for catering.

Christian Unions Ireland
The next CUI meeting is at 8:15pm on Sunday 2nd March 2025. If you have an interest in supporting the Christian Unions that meet in the North West (Coleraine, Magee and Letterkenny) then you will be very welcome. See Jewel Carson for more information.

Community Cafe - Drop-In
Drop-In continues 10:30am-12noon Thursday

Presbytery Mission In Ireland Rally
The Presbytery Mission in Ireland Rally will take place at 7:00pm on Sunday 16th March 2025 in Terrace Row Presbyterian Church in Coleraine. Everyone is welcome to join us as we support the Mission in Ireland of our Presbyterian Church.

The Burnside Blog
The Blog continues each week day.
www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk

Sperrin Gold
The Sperrin Singers (Formerly known as The Regan Singers) will be celebrating 50 Years with Sperrin Gold an evening of sacred gospel and popular music, in Portstewart Presbyterian Church, 7:30pm Saturday 22nd March 2025. Subscription £10

Livestream Of Services
If you aren’t able to join with us on Sunday you can watch the Livestream at anytime throughout the week.
WALKING IN THE LIGHT
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-2nd-march-2025

May we know God’s Blessing this week,

Richard

Burnside Presbyterian Church
Mill Road, Portstewart, BT55 7SW
Charity Commission of N.I. Charity No. 105542

Newsletter - Sunday 2nd February 2025

2/2/2025

Dear Friends of Burnside,

What do you know with absolute certainty?

This Sunday, we continue our sermon series titled "What Do You Know?" inspired by a Naval Chaplain's unique approach to starting meaningful conversations. Instead of asking the usual "How are you?" and getting the predictable "I'm fine," he simply asks people "What do you know?"

This week, we are turning to the Apostle Paul and asking him “What Do You Know?” Finding out what gave Paul confidence in God’s Word.

Join us this Sunday at 11:00am

Whether you're going through challenges or simply seeking deeper spiritual truth, this service will help you discover what you truly know about God and His faithfulness.

Why not bring a friend who might be searching for certainty in their own life.

50th Anniversary
This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Burnside Presbyterian Church and to mark the occasion the Moderator Rt. Rev. Dr. Richard Murray will conduct worship on Sunday 6th April 2025. Afterwards there will be a meal in the Church Hall. There will be more details over the next few weeks. Please keep that date in your diary and tell anyone who has had any connection with our Church.

Information For The Week Ahead

Election Of Moderator
PCI’s 19 presbyteries will meet across Ireland this coming Tuesday. One item of business will be to vote for a Moderator-Designate, who will ultimately become Moderator in June for the year 2025-2026. The nominees are Rev Trevor Gribben, PCI’s Clerk of the General Assembly, and Rev Richard Kerr, minister of Templepatrick.
As they continue to prepare themselves for what the Lord intends, please lift Richard and Trevor up in your prayers and the members of presbytery, including our own in the Presbytery of Coleraine And Limavady as they seek the Lord’s will, and consider their vote.

Girls’ Brigade
Every Tuesday Night.
Explorers - Age 3-7 years old 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Company - Age 8-18 years Old 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Contact Julie Craig 07990533156 for more details

Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting continues 9:30am Wednesday
Bowling Club
7:15pm on Monday & Thursday.

Community Cafe - Drop-In
Drop-In continues 10:30am-12noon Thursday

The Burnside Blog
The Blog continues each week day.
www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk

PW
2:00pm Monday 10th February 2025 with Clare Arian, Hamsayeh

Friendship Hour
2:00pm Tuesday 18th February 2025 Gospel Praise with Victor Hutchinson

Christian Unions Ireland
The next CUI meeting is at 8:15pm on Sunday 2nd February 2025. If you have an interest in supporting the Christian Unions that meet in the North West (Coleraine, Magee and Letterkenny) then you will be very welcome. See Jewel Carson for more information.

Ruling Elder’s Fellowship
Will meet in 1st Coleraine on 6th February at 8pm, when the speaker will be Rev David Thompson, Secretary to the PCI Council for Congregational Life and Witness. David will be talking to us on "leading change in the church / congregation"

Semeron - Cancer Support Group
Providing support for anyone on a cancer journey.
11:00am-12:30pm Saturday 8th February in Terrace Row Presbyterian Church Hall, Coleraine.
Lessons From Cancer with Joni Eareckson Tada (YouTube Video)
To register contact www.sermeron.org

Alzheimer’s Society
Online information sessions for anyone who cares for someone with dementia or has a family member or friend or someone you know with dementia.
Tuesday 4 February 2025 at 7pm - What is Dementia?
Tuesday 11 February 2025 at 7pm - Promoting Independent Living in Dementia
Tuesday 18 February 2025 at 7pm - Planning Ahead: Funeral Plans
Tuesday 25 February 2025 at 7pm Eating, Drinking and Swallowing with Dementia
To book or to find out more, please phone: 07710 379947
or email: [email protected]

Truth Recovery Independent Panel
The Truth Recovery Independent Panel, appointed by the Northern Ireland Executive Office, is carrying out an independent investigation into Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries and Workhouses in Northern Ireland from 1922 - 1995, and their related pathways and practices, including the adoption and care systems.
The Independent Panel is particularly keen to understand more about Hopedene Hostel, Thorndale House, Malone Place and Kennedy House. The Panel wishes to hear from: any person who has been directly impacted, relatives of those directly impacted or any person who has worked or volunteered in or lived in close proximity to one of these institutions.
If you would like to share your experience, please get in touch with the Panel directly by Thursday 1st May 2025:
Truth Recovery Independent Panel
4th Floor, Equality House
7 - 9 Shaftesbury Square
Belfast BT2 7DB
Phone: 028 9052 0263
Email: [email protected]
Information on the work of the Panel can be found at:www.independentpanel.truthrecoveryni.co.uk

Livestream Of Services
If you aren’t able to join with us on Sunday you can watch the Livestream at anytime throughout the week.
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-2nd-february-2025

May we know God’s Blessing this week,

Richard

Burnside Presbyterian Church
Mill Road, Portstewart, BT55 7SW
Charity Commission of N.I. Charity No. 105542