HEIDI BAKER, a director of Iris Ministries, is described as being ‘at the forefront of a revival in Mozambique and neighbouring countries, in which more than 10,000 churches have been planted and where healing and miracles are an everyday occurrence’.  She will speak at an event on 20 July, 7.30pm (doors open at 6.30pm), Glasgow Elim Church, 42 Inglefield Street, Govanhill.  For further information, contact 0141 423 7101, info@glasgowelim.org.uk or visit www.irismin.org

THE CALL OF HOME is the theme of this year’s Festival of Spirituality and Peace.  The organisers have gathered together a diverse range of events including conversation, visual art, film, dance, music, poetry, drama, comedy, workshops and prayer and meditation, each in its own unique way contributing to the theme.  9–30 August, various venues in Edinburgh.  For a copy of the programme and ticket information, visit www.festivalofspirituality.org.uk/

BIG BRAZIL BONANZA To support their latest appeal, the staff of the Scottish Bible Society – with support from volunteers and local businesses – are holding an afternoon of music, dance, games and fun for the whole family. 15 August, noon–5pm, at the former Donaldson’s School playing field, West Coates, Edinburgh.  Admission £4 (adult), £2 (child), £10 (family).  For further information and to buy tickets, visit www.brazilbonanza.org

A PROMISED LAND is a new play on the life of Church of Scotland missionary Jane Haining, sometimes referred to as ‘The Scottish Schindler’.  The play breaks fresh ground in our understanding of Jane’s work with Jewish orphans in Budapest and her subsequent murder in Auschwitz.  Jane is the only Scot recognised as ‘Righteous Among Nations’ at Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Memorial in Jerusalem.  The play raises many other contemporary issues of racism and refugee status in a challenging way, through this controversial yet inspiring Scottish story.  20–29 August, nightly at 7.30pm, at The Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh. For further information and to book, contact 0131 556 9579 or visit www.scottishstorytellingcentre.co.uk

CREATION IN CRISIS  A time for prayer and action More than ever, Christians are called to demonstrate their commitment to care for creation, by living simply and sustainably themselves and by pressing politicians to take necessary measures at national and international level.  Churches Together in Britain and Ireland has put together a programme of resources to encourage and assist churches to observe a Time for Creation from
1 September – 4 October.  In preparation for the UN Climate Change Summit in December 2009, the resources include material to enable churches, groups and individuals to focus on issues relating to the decisions which will need to be taken.  For further information, visit www.ctbi.org.uk/creationtime

MISSION-SHAPED INTRO – 6 weeks to rediscover mission and re-imagine church Are new forms of church really possible?  If so, how can they be developed?  This course explores the ‘why’ of creating fresh expressions of church rather than the ‘how’, and takes participants on a journey to look at the ever-changing nature of our social communities and why the church needs to rethink its approach in meaningful and relevant ways.  For further information, visit www.freshexpressions.org.uk//section.asp?id=3845&cachefixer The course is being run in two locations:  3 Sept – 8 Oct, Edinburgh (Barclay Church), and 2 Sept – 7 Oct, Glasgow (Renfield St Stephen’s).  For further information and to register, contact msi@barclaychurch.org.uk or msi@whiteinchchurch.org respectively.

RACIAL JUSTICE SUNDAY This year’s theme is ‘The changing face of Britain and Ireland’. Resource materials for worship and other activities include Biblical passages, personal stories, suggested hymns and prayers, resources for work with young people, a children’s activity and a prayer leaflet.  13 September. For further information, visit www.ctbi.org.uk and www.acts-scotland.org/racialjustice/events.shtml

HOMELESSNESS HURTS – and this year will hurt more people as the recession bites and mortgage defaults rise. This conference will pull together the threads of church activity (eg local volunteering support and making land and property available for affordable housing) and will draw links between the churches and the world of professionals working in homelessness, care and construction.  There will be four workshop streams and the opportunity to network widely.  Keynote speakers will be Hardeep Singh Kolhi (radio and TV star, journalist and comedian) and Rev Ian Galloway (Convener of the Church of Scotland’s Church & Society Council).  24–25 September (and will include the Scottish Churches Housing Action AGM), Westerwood Hotel, Cumbernauld.  For further information, visit www.churches-housing.org/news.php?id=117

COME AS YOU ARE is the theme of this year’s Back to Church Sunday.  Following a successful pilot scheme held in Scotland last year, more congregations are being encouraged to invite friends to accompany them to their worship.  27 September.  Posters and invitations are available to order from Action of Churches Together in Scotland on 01259 216980, or for further information visit www.backtochurch.co.uk

ENGAGE CONFERENCE ‘God has called us to be in the real world, surrounded by people who have real problems, challenges, needs and hurts’. This conference will help delegates benefit from what other people have learned the hard way, and will introduce ready-made programmes for immediate use in church and community.  3 October (Gateshead) and
21 November (London). For further information, visit www.engagetoday.org.uk/conference

MISSION 21 CONFERENCE is an opportunity to hear what is going on in church planting in the UK, both from internationally-recognised speakers and people who have been busy doing it on the ground.  17-19 November, Bath.  The cost is currently £75 (rising to £90 from 31 August).  For further information and to book, visit www.mission21.info/home/

BLUEBELL This helpline – a joint venture between CrossReach, the Church of Scotland Social Care Council, and ParentLine Scotland, a service provided by Children 1^st – is available for families needing help with postnatal depression.  The number is 0800 3 457 457.

ETHICAL GUIDELINES FOR CHRISTIAN AND MUSLIM WITNESS IN BRITAIN How can Christians and Muslims talk about their faith to each other in a way that is just, truthful and compassionate? The Christian Muslim Forum has formulated ten ethical guidelines, available to read at www.christianmuslimforum.org/subpage.asp?id=341&mainid=20&

RELATIONS WITH OTHER FAITHS The July edition of this newsletter from Iain Stewart, the Church of Scotland’s Inter-Faith Support Worker, features a link to the ‘Festival of Spirituality and Peace’ Programme, an article highlighting one faith group’s Inter-Faith initiative to help sick kids in Yorkhill Children’s Hospital, and details of forthcoming inter-faith events.  Visit

www.churchofscotland.org.uk/extranet/xmissiondisciple/xmdresources.htm#rwof

SING OUT! Is the title of the Mission & Discipleship Council’s new ‘Songs for Children’ programme.  For an annual subscription of £30 you can receive new songs three times per year (on CD, sheet music and guitar chords) and attend teaching days in conjunction with the releases.  In addition, there is the opportunity to send in original songs for possible selection, the closing date for the first round of submissions being 31 August.  For further information, contact Wendy Kerr on 0141 352 6946 or wkerr@cofscotland.org.uk

THE SCOTTISH STORYTELLING CENTRE, 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh, is the ideal place to discover live oral storytelling. Make it the first port of call if you want to nurture your own storytelling skills, develop a community storytelling project or find out how to work with a storyteller. The Centre also presents an extensive public programme of storytelling, theatre and literature, supported by exciting visual arts, craft and multimedia exhibitions. For further information, contact 0131 556 9579, or visit www.scottishstorytellingcentre.co.uk

THROUGH THE KEYHOLE – Church in Community Is church something of value or is it something communities can do without?  ACTS Mission Network asked those who do not normally attend church exactly what they think about it and how much value they place on it in the community.  What keeps them away?  What is it they like and don’t like?  How much do they understand?  55 people of all ages (from 18 to 92) and from all backgrounds were interviewed from a range of venues, cities, towns, villages.  Read the report at www.acts-scotland.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=222:through-the-keyhole&
catid=63:mission-reports&Itemid=78

CARE FARMING aims to promote mental and physical health by giving people the opportunity to spend time working on the land.  Following its successful Scottish launch in May, a new website is available at www.ncfi.org.uk/scotland/

GOD’S OWN COUNTRY is a practical resource for rural churches.  Prepared by the Church of Scotland for use by all Christian denominations in Scotland, the aim is to affirm, encourage and inspire rural Christian congregations to feel confident in their role as faith-sharers in the local community.  The easy-to-use resource pack – designed by rural people for rural people – contains a Community Value Toolkit with a wide range of supporting discussion material and project ideas.  £6.99, including postage.  For further information and to order (payment can be made by credit card or cheque), contact Sheila Reeves on 0131 225 5722, sreeves@cofscotland.org.uk or order online at www.madstuff.biz

RURAL MINISTRY STUDY LEAVE COURSE The Mission & Discipleship Council and Ministries Council of the Church of Scotland are organising this event for those already in rural ministry and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of what rural ministry means.  The aim is to provide a high quality learning experience, focussing on ministry within a rural context, allowing participants the chance to learn from each other within the context of forming a worshipping community for the duration of the event.  The course will apply a range of methodologies, respecting the reality that different participants will have different learning styles.  These shall include, but not be limited to: Biblical Reflection Groups; Lecture style input; Theological Reflection Groups; and Experiential Learning, including fieldwork visits.  3–6 November, Balmoral. Study Leave can be used for the course, the cost of which is £225, and some bursary funding may be available to ministries in the Church of Scotland not covered by the Study Leave scheme.  Preliminary registration of interest should be lodged with Sheila Reeves on 0131 225 5722 or sreeves@cofscotland.org.uk

ACTS seeks new Racial Justice Officer to support the work of the Scottish Churches’ Racial Justice Group through awareness raising, the organisation of events, the provision of information and administrative support to the Racial Justice Group, and personal contact with churches and other relevant organisations.  This is a 0.8FTE post with a current FTE salary of £18,400 (under review).  Closing date for receipt of applications is 10 August and Interviews will be held on 8 September.  Further details and application forms can be obtained from ACTS, SCRJO Post, 7 Forrester Lodge, ALLOA, FK10 2HU (01259 222 361) or can be downloaded as follows:  Racial Justice Officer Job Description, Racial Justice Officer Application Form, Equal Opportunities Form, Guidelines regarding asylum and immigration

CROSSREACH is the Social Care Council of the Church of Scotland.  It strives to be a great organisation to work for and stay with and is committed to its Christian Ethos and values to achieve this.  If you are interested in working for one of Scotland’s leading providers of social care, view current vacancies at www.crossreach.org.uk/jobs

HELP US TO HELP YOU Youth for Christ are conducting a piece of research to understand how people prefer to connect to different organisations and what will make youth resources better suited to people’s needs.  Please take a few minutes to complete the online questionnaire at http://managed.surveyshack.com/s/EC1f.96li.YtRKm?ssp_org=o The survey is completely anonymous and the information gathered will be used in compliance with the Data Protection Act and the UK Market Research Society (MRS) code of conduct.  For questions about the research or to request a summary of the findings please email sarah.gettings@gafoofi.com

LOMBARD ESSAY COMPETITION  What would Calvin Say?  Responsible Stewardship in the face of today’s Ecological and Financial Crises To mark the Quincentenary of the birth of John Calvin (10 July 1509), the World Alliance of Reformed Churches is dedicating this year’s Lombard Prize to the reformer.  Theology students and ministers under 35 are invited to submit essays giving evidence of a critical understanding of the issues surrounding today’s ecological and financial crisis, which will be judged by an international jury of scholars.  Three prizes are on offer: $1,000, $600 and $400.  Essays should be submitted electronically to the World Alliance of Reformed Churches no later than 1 September.  For further information, email warc@warc.ch or visit www.warc.ch

EMERGING MINISTRIES FUND was set up in 2008 by the Church of Scotland to explore and encourage new patterns of church around Scotland.  The fund is available to congregations and Presbyteries, who can apply for grants in relation to local or Presbytery-wide need.  Applications will be considered by the Emerging Ministries Task Group at regular meetings throughout the year.  For information on how to apply and to download the guidance notes, visit www.churchofscotland.org.uk/councils/ministries/minecindex.htm

FiSCAF – Faith in Scotland Community Action Fund – has been launched to work with local faith groups as they build hope and struggle against poverty, by providing grants and support for their initiatives in Scotland’s most fragile urban and rural communities.  FiSCAF is an initiative of Faith in Community (Scotland), an anti-poverty organisation working with and through people of faith.  For more information about the project and how to apply for a grant, contact 0141 221 4544, info@fiscaf.org or visit www.fiscaf.org/index_files/Page1027.htm

NOVUM TRUST provides small short-term grants – typically between £200 and £2,500 – to initiate projects in Christian research and action which cannot readily be financed from other sources.  Special consideration is given to proposals aimed at the welfare of young people, investment in training, new ways of communicating the faith, and work in association with overseas Churches or on behalf of immigrants in Scotland.  The Trust cannot support large building projects or individuals applying for maintenance during courses or training. The Trustees next meet in November 2009 and the deadline for completed applications is 30 October 2009.  For an application form and guidance notes, contact Sheila Reeves on 0131 225 5722 or sreeves@cofscotland.org.uk

PARISH DEVELOPMENT FUND/PRIORITY AREAS STAFFING FUND All over Scotland there are congregations who have found that they are able to do what they never thought they could do because of money which they have received from the General Assembly through the Parish Development Fund.  If you are seeking to develop work which is community focussed and is responding to local needs and issues, the Fund may be able to help.  If you are a Priority Area parish on the main or supplementary list, funding is available towards staffing costs for posts additional to those agreed in your Presbytery Plan.  For further information, contact Amy Norton on 0131 225 5722, anorton@cofscotland.org.uk or visit http://churchofscotland.org.uk/councils/pdfund/index.htm

SPECIAL MISSIONS TRUSTS provide funds for projects which will further mission and outreach in some form or another.  Enquiries and requests for application forms should be directed to Mrs Eva Elder on 0131 225 5722 or eelder@cofscotland.org.uk

www.eauk.org/slipstream Slipstream is a suite of leadership resources from the Evangelical Alliance, which aims to encourage, equip and network leaders across the denominations and generations.  Each month there is an interview with a prominant Christian leader, which can be listened to on the website or downloaded as podcasts.

www.engagetoday.org.uk is Care for the Family’s new website, which aims to make a contribution to seeing each local church in the UK engage with its community in credible and relevant ways, primarily – though not exclusively – through issues related to family, and to increase the amount of effective family ministry in the British Isles.

www.godgoss.com has been launched to reach out to people on the margins with Christian news stories, with ‘hot topics’ presented in tabloid and commercial radio style.

www.makejesusfamous.org.uk The Church Army are behind this new initiative which encourages all Christians to post news of what Jesus is doing through their community.

The enemy is defeated.

David defeats Goliath. This is not only a story about David and Goliath. It is about the Israelites and the Philistines. It is about ‘God’ and the ‘gods’(1 Samuel 17:43, 46). Victory comes from the Lord. It is given by grace. It is received by faith (47). Notice the contrast between the attitude of Saul – unbelief -and the attitude of David – faith (1 Samuel 17:33, 37). Unbelief is all around us. Don’t be pulled into it. Don’t forget God. Remember what He has done for you and thank Him that He will not fail you now (1 Samuel 17:37). Put off the armour provided by men. ‘Put on the whole armour of God’(1 Samuel 17:38-40; Ephesians 6:11). We will not win the victory if we fight in our own strength. We must draw our strength from the Lord. He helps us. We are ‘strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man’(Psalm 121:2; Psalm 124:8; Ephesians 3:16).

We have the victory in Christ.

‘I will give thanks to the Lord…’(Psalm 9:1-2). The enemy is defeated (Psalm 9:3-6). ‘The Lord sits enthroned for ever’(Psalm 9:7). ‘The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble’(Psalm 9:9). What an encouraging Psalm this is: We have the victory in Christ. Nevertheless, it is not easy when we face determined opposition from the enemies of Christ and His Gospel: ‘Behold what I suffer from those that hate me’(Psalm 9:13). In this situation, we must call upon the Lord: ‘Arise, O Lord! Let not man prevail’(Psalm 9:19). Though the conflict is raging all around, we must – taking our stand in Christ – declare God’s praises and rejoice in His salvation (Psalm 9:14). ‘The Lord dwells in Zion’(Psalm 9:11): ‘Blest inhabitants of Zion, Washed in the Redeemer’s blood’, may we always say, ‘Let the world deride or pity, I will glory in Thy Name.’

Pass the message on.

There are some things that are worth repeating! The story of God’s amazing grace is worth repeating over and over again – ‘Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble, and He delivered them from their distress’(Psalm 107:6, 13, 19, 28). The call to praise the Lord is also something we need to hear again and again – ‘Let them give thanks to the Lord for His unfailing love and His wonderful deeds for men’(Psalm 107:8, 15, 21, 31). Let us ‘consider the great love of the Lord.’ Let us ‘give thanks to the Lord’ (Psalm 107:43, 1). ‘The great love of God is revealed in the Son, who came to this earth to redeem every one. That love, like a stream flowing clear to the sea, makes clean every heart that from sin would be free… It’s yours, it is ours, O how lavishly given! The pearl of great price, and the treasure of heaven!’

Now that I have left the Presbytery of Irvine and Kilmarnock, I hope that someone will keep this website updated. If you’re interested in doing this, please leave a comment.

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Here are some sermon outlines from my new minsitry at St Andrew’s, Dumbarton.

Preaching God’s Word at St Andrew’s Dumbarton: 17th May 2009

Preaching God’s Word at St Andrew’s, Dumbarton, 24th May 2009

Preaching God’s Word at St Andrew’s Dumbarton: 31st May 2009

Preaching God’s Word at St Andrew’s Dumbarton: 7th June 2009

Preaching God’s Word at St Andrew’s Dumbarton: 14th June 2009

Preaching God’s Word at St Andrew’s Dumbarton: 21st June 2009

Preaching God’s Word at St Andrew’s Dumbarton: 28th June 2009

Link to the update of this post:

Mission and Discipleship Council e-news Edition No 35, July 2009

Bible Reading Notes

This page provides links to notes written by Rev Charles Cameron, Rev George Philip and Rev James Philip.

Recently, I bought a book entitled, “The Portable Seminary”, edited by David Horton. It’s a big book (784 pages): “The Breadth of a Master’s Degree in Biblical Studies – complete in one volume”!  If you want to learn a lot more about the Christian Faith without going to a Bible College, this is a book worth getting!

On Wednesday 29^th April, I was inducted to my new charge – St. Andrew’s Church, Dumbarton. It was a memorable evening. It was encouraging to have a number of people from Darvel with us for the evening. We also appreciated the presence of some other members of the Presbytery of Irvine and Kilmarnock. We were in Darvel for almost eight years. As I looked back over  my ministry in Darvel, I emphasized the importance of giving glory to God. Anything good that has come from my ministry has come from the Lord. It is His doing. We look back, and we say, “Our help is in the Name of the Lord” (Psalm 124:8). We look back, and we say, “Not to us, O Lord, not to us, but to Your Name be the glory” (Psalm 115:1).

I now look back on my ministry at Darvel. I recall the final series of sermons on Mark’s Gospel. I remember Easter Sunday. I remember the final message on Christ’s resurrection, especially the wonderful words, “and Peter” (Mark 16:7). I recall inviting the people to “make it personal”, asking them to put their own name into John 3:16 and Romans 10:9.

I encouraged the people to give thanks to God for the greatest gift of all – our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.

I am no longer living in Darvel. I am no longer a member of the Presbytery of  Irvine and Kilmarnock. Through the Internet, my ministry doesn’t need to become a thing of the past. Early on in my ministry, I provided the people at Darvel  with Bible Reading Notes, covering the whole Bible. These notes, as well as the “Sermons on Luke’s Gospel” (a response to a recommendation from the “Church Without Walls” Report), can be found at http://christinallthescriptures.blogspot.com. The “Church Without Walls” sermons can also be found here at this website  -  http://ikpresbytery.wordpress.com. Here, at this website, you can also find another series of sermons, entitled, “A Statement of Christian Faith” (preached in Dunfermline, 1990-1991). If you read my notes and sermons, you can leave a comment. I’d be pleased to hear from you. If you would like to know a bit more about my new congregation, you can visit the website – http://standrewsdumbarton.co.uk.

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Some thoughts from the time of my move to Dumbarton

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At my induction social, I drew attention to three “3:16” verses – from John, 2 Timothy and Colossians. The first emphasizes the Saviour. The ministry is not about me. I’m only the servant. It’s about Jesus. He is the Saviour. The second emphasizes the Scriptures. The ministry is not about what I say to you. It’s about what God says to all of us. The third emphasizes the Spirit. The ministry is not about the personality of the preacher. It’s about the presence of the Spirit. My prayer for each of you is that your faith will be centred on the Saviour, grounded in the Scriptures and empowered by the Spirit.

Here, we read about ‘the Valley of Vision’ (1, 5). The Lord Himself is to be our Vision: ‘Be Thou my Vision, O Lord of my heart; Naught be all else to me, save that Thou art, Thou my best thought, by day or by night, waking or sleeping Thy presence my light’ (Church Hymnary, 87). Down in the valley, the mountain-top experience seems a long way off. What are we to do when everything seems to be hard-going? When there seems to be no way out of the valley, no way back to the mountain-top, we must keep on ‘looking to Jesus’ (Hebrews 12:1-2). In the ‘valley’, we must learn to say, ‘My goal is God Himself, not joy nor peace, nor even blessing, but Himself, my God’. Let your ‘valley’ become your ‘valley of vision’, the place where you are learning to ‘turn your eyes upon Jesus’ (Mission Praise, 470,712).

These are some thoughts from near the end of one ministry and near the beginning of another ministry. May they be a special word of encouragement who are presently praying that God will provide them with the new minister He is planning to bring to them.

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In the Irvine Valley, we are deeply aware of the beauty of God’s creation. We look up to the hills, and we catch a glimpse of God’s glory. We look up to the hills, and we say, “My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth” (Psalm 121:1-2). At the beginning of my ministry in Darvel, I drew  attention to the words of 2 Peter 3:18 – “Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.”

Recently, I came across an inspiring poem, which brings together these two thoughts – “living in the valley” and “growing in Christ.” The poem is entitled “It’s in the valleys I grow.” It was written by a lady called Jane Eggleston. I thought I would share it with you for your encouragement.

“Sometimes life seems hard to bear, full of sorrow, trouble and woe
It’s then I have to remember that it’s in the valleys I grow.
If I always stayed on the mountain top and never experienced pain,

I would never appreciate God’s love and would be living in vain.
I have so much to learn and my growth is very slow,
Sometimes I need the mountain tops, but it’s in the valleys I grow.
I do not always understand why things happen as they do,
But I am very sure of one thing. My Lord will see me through.
My little valleys are nothing when I picture Christ on the cross
He went through the valley of death; His victory was Satan’s loss.
Forgive me Lord, for complaining when I’m feeling so very low.
Just give me a gentle reminder that it’s in the valleys I grow.
Continue to strengthen me, Lord and use my life each day
To share your love with others and help them find their way.
Thank you for valleys, Lord, for this one thing I know:
The mountain tops are glorious, but it’s in the valleys I grow!”

I have now begun a new ministry at St. Andrew’s, Dumbarton. It’s a parish, set on a hillside, which overlooks Dumbarton, the River Clyde and the Leven Valley. The congregation had been in its own “valley” – the valley of a long vacancy! Now, they have a new minister. In Darvel,the people are wondering what the future holds for them. The congregation is at a crossroads. They  must make important decisions – about the kind of people they are going to be, about the kind of Church they will be, about the kind of witness they will bring to the people of their parish.

In the final weeks of my ministry, I encouraged the congregation at Darvel to move forward with a real love for Jesus. These final weeks of my ministry were very important. I emphasized that our response to the Word of God, during these weeks, shapes the way in which we move on into the future. I stated that the final weeks of my ministry can be the best weeks of this ministry – if each of us learns to pray, “Lord, help me to be ‘the best that I can be for truth and righteousness and Thee’ (Church Hymnary, 448).” I emphasized that the Valley doesn’t need to be a place of “sorrow, trouble and woe.” It can be the place of growth, the place of strengthening, the place of victory. I pointed out that each one must decide what the Valley will be. Each of us must decide what we will be. I encouraged the people to put the past behind us. I said to them, “As we look forward to new beginnings, may God help us to make a new beginning right now. May He help us to say, with the Apostle Paul, “I press on toward the goal of the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus” ((Philippians 3:14).”

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Now that I’ve left Irvine and Kilmarnock Presbytery, I hope that someone else will see that the website will get updated with new articles which will be a blessing to others. Leave a comment if you’re interested in keeping the website up-to-date with new articles.