Newsletter - Sunday 17th May 2026

Ascension SundayDear Friends of Burnside,
Thursday of this week was Ascension Day, after His resurrection Jesus appeared to many people for a period of 40 days before ascending into heaven and taking His place at the right hand of the Father. 10 days later he sent His promised Holy Spirit to His disciples, so next Sunday is Pentecost. This week our bible reading is Acts 1:1-11 


We will be singing :
Praise Him Praise Him Jesus Our Blessed Redeemer
He Calls Me Friend


The Blog and Podcast continue this week.


If you haven’t been at church for a while  Sunday is a good time to return.


What Is Happening In Burnside 


Livestream Sunday 17th May 2026
https://burnsidechurch.weebly.com/sermons/sunday-17th-may-2026
If you are watching on the livestream this week please let me know if you notice any difference in the quality of the video ([email protected]). We have a lend of a new camera which we will be trying out for the first time on Sunday, which hopefully should brighten up the picture.


Audio/Visuals
If you would like to help with the Audio/Visuals on a Sunday in Church please speak to Richard. (Full training will be given) We hope to form a rota so that the commitment would be one Sunday a month.


Prayer Meeting
9:30am on Wednesday


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


On-line Safety Information
Representatives from Community Policing will attend Drop-In on Thursday 28th May 2026 to give information about on-line safety.


Committee Meeting
7:00pm Monday 18th May 2026 in Minor Hall


Beside The Burn
The Blog and Daily Devotional Podcast continues this week.
We are continuing a new series on the book of Galatians.
You can watch the Podcast on the Church Website www.BurnsidePCI.co.uk  
or you can listen via the Podcast Software on your Phone or Tablet https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/burnside


Church Announcement – Herald Promotion
We’re pleased to share that our denominational magazine, The Herald, is launching a 6-month trial subscription. For £10, you’ll receive five issues from July/August 2026 to January 2027, filled with news, mission updates, stories of faith, and helpful resources.
To sign up, speak to our Herald agents Ernie & Margaret Rocks , fill out a sign-up card or visit presbyterianireland.org/herald.
If you don’t already subscribe to The Herald, we encourage you to avail of this offer and stay connected with our church family across the island.


What Is Happening In The Wider Church


Morning Conference For Women
Saturday 16 May 2026 | 10.30am-1.45pm
Assembly Buildings, Belfast
Speaker: Jo Frost
The conference welcomes women of all ages from PCI congregations, PW groups and women’s groups. It offers a chance to gather from across Ireland to worship and celebrate God’s work in our lives and in his church. The theme will be, “Generation to generation” (Psalm 79:13), encouraging women to think biblically about the God of every generation and how faith can be passed on in a chaotic world.
The cost is £10 (euro equivalent). Early bird offer available.
To book your place click here


The Lindsay Chorale
Concert In Aid Of Action Cancer, 7:30pm Saturday 23rd May 2026 in Portstewart Presbyterian Church Hall.
Suggested donation £10 Enquiries 07743751478


With warmest Greetings In Christ,


Richard
Burnside Presbyterian Church

22 Mill Road, BT55 7SW, Portstewart