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Ferryhill Parish Church Parish News October 2001
Telephone: 01224 213093 E-mail: Office Minister Webmaster	THE ROOF FELL IN ! The collapse of part of the hall ceiling has brought about the postponement of yet another fundraising event for Ferryhill Beyond 2000. The Murder Mystery Meal planned for October 27th has been rescheduled for 16th March 2002. Meanwhile, on sale in the Foyer and Coffee Shop is a selection of fridge magnets depicting some of the stained glass windows and a view of the Church. At the lowly price of £1.30 each, or £6 for a set of five, these should make fine little gifts, something to bear in mind with Christmas approaching. Also, don't forget "Showers of Blessings", the ideal present for a Ferryhill exile. We have already got underway with plans for the Christmas Fair on 8th December - more info. next month. Fundraising has continued all summer with a variety of sales and events bringing in a total of £1560.35. Well done everyone! Keep it up and let Hazel Braynion know of any fund-raising ideas that occur to you.
Message for the Month Worship at Ferryhill Ferryhill Beyond 2000 Older People's Week Christian Aid Walk Praise the Lord together Parish Register Dates for your Diary Presbytery Events Diary Previous Editions		OLDER PEOPLE’S WEEK may have a meaningless title (even a baby is older than a younger baby) but we know what it is about, and a lot of us are eligible for the programme of events arranged between 7^th and 13^th October. An interdenominational service to celebrate Age will be held in Holburn West Church at 6.30pm on Sunday 7^th October. The preacher will be the Very Revd Dr James Simpson. JANE AND SOPHIE DARLING completed the 11 miles of Christian Aid’s “Walk the Line” and raised £329. Congratulations to them and thanks to congregation members who sponsored them. The grand total for the event is likely to exceed £2000.
		PRAISE THE LORD TOGETHER! This event in the Music Hall on Wednesday 10^th October will include popular hymns, dance and drama. The UDI Aberdeen City Band will provide the music. Gwen and David Haggart will host the evening which is being held to raise funds for a chaplaincy at the new Children’s Hospital. Tickets at the Box Office or direct from Margaret Barclay. ARCHIE Bear is the mascot of the new Children's Hospital
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	COME AND WORSHIP AT FERRYHILL SERVICES IN OCTOBER Sunday 7th October 11 a.m. Worship for all ages. Harvest Thanksgiving. Crèche. (Christian Aid envelopes may be returned at this service. Non-perishable foods for Instant Neighbour also received. ) Sunday 14th October. 11 a.m. Worship for all ages. Sunday Gang and crèche. Tuesday 16th October 12.10 p.m. Short service of prayer, readings and reflection. Sunday 21st October 11 a.m. Worship for all ages. Dedication of the Guild. Sunday Gang and crèche. 6 p.m Informal service in Memorial Chapel. Holy Communion. Sunday 28th October (N.B. British Summer Time ends) 11 a.m. Worship for all ages. Sacrament of Holy Baptism. Sunday Gang and crèche. Sunday 4th November 11 a.m. Worship for all ages. Sacrament of Holy Communion. Sunday Gang and crèche. Children are welcome to participate fully in the Sacrament of Holy Communion under the guidance of their parents or guardians. SERVICES IN RESIDENTIAL HOMES (open to everyone) Cowdray Club: Wednesday 3rd October 11.00am Devanha Gardens: Sunday 14th October 6.00pm Maryfield: Sunday 28th October 6.00pm top
	PARISH REGISTER BAPTISMS Richard E. Anthony Teil 17.06.01 Harry Charles Spalding 24.06.01 Jack Trevallion Ralph and Darcy Josephine Ralph 8.07.01 MARRIAGES Susan H Morrison and David P McGinty 23.06.01 Ruth M Burke and Michael P Cameron 27.07.01 Maureen E Webster and Edward Moggach 25.08.01 FUNERALS Annie Hall 12.06.01 James Gauld 15.06.01 Mary (May) W Watt (18.06.01 Ian B D Bryce 22.06.01 Annie M Cowie 30.06.01 Elizabeth Kinghorn (d 25.08.01) George W Vahle (d 26.08.01) Agnes Fyfe (d 25.08.01) William Scott (d 31.08.00) Ronald Simpson (d 5.09.01) The following made Profession of Faith on Sunday 17th June: Fiona Barron Ross S Fergusson Sarah L Jones Jeanette M Macpherson Alan Macpherson Cathryn Massie Stephen J Robertson Wilma A Murray Nicola M Robb Denise Teil R.E. Anthony Teil top
	DATES FOR YOUR DIARY The Monday Fellowship resumes at 2.30pm on 1st October. The Guild meets on alternate Wednesdays at 7.30pm. 3rd October: Quiz Night 17th October: Overcoming Violence (WPC Joan Morrison) Co-ordinating Committee meets after morning service on 7th October. Congregational Board meets 10th October at 7.15 p.m top
Rev Ian Dick	Message for the Month The Revd Norman Nicoll begins his 18 month Probationary Period at Ferryhill on 1st October. Norman was awarded a B.D. (Hons) degree in July and before becoming a candidate for the ministry was a Quantity Surveyor. During his time at Christ's College he had attachments at Dyce and Queens Cross Parish Churches and at the Chaplaincy at the Royal Cornhill Hospital. This next stage in Norman's progress towards ordination is a vital one and, like me, I am sure you will want to make it a stimulating, enriching and enjoyable experience for him because the congregation has a crucial part to play alongside the supervising minister. The aim of the Probationary Period is to ensure that the probationer minister receives the best possible training, and is given ample opportunity to receive constructive criticism, and to reflect on the relationship between his theological education and parish life. The Probationary Period provides a first taste of the full-time ministry, an opportunity to get to know a congregation well, and the challenge of fulfilling the probationer minister's calling. Parish life is very different from university life, and time is needed to adjust. Every probationer makes mistakes; so we all need to be patient and understanding, offering words of encouragement rather than criticism. Please also understand that if I ask Norman to visit you at home or in hospital, or to conduct a funeral, this does not mean that as your minister I am not interested in you. These are important areas of work for the probationer to experience before going on to his own parish and are therefore areas in which you can contribute directly towards his training. top
	DATES FOR YOUR OCTOBER DIARY (selected from Aberdeen Presbytery's Events Diary) View the whole Events Diary Thursday 4th 'Meet the partner' 7:30pm, Nora Davidson Lounge, Queen's Cross Church. Mahmoud Diop (Christian Aid partner), speaks about his work in Senegal. Friday 5th Entertainment for an October Evening 7.30pm Holburn West Church. Richard Cape (violin), Marion Fordyce (mezzo-soprano), Robert Howie (piano), Muriel Roberts (monologuist). Tickets £5. Proceeds to Ashley Lodge. Tuesday 9th "God's Love is all-embracing" 2.00pm St Machar's Cathedral. Service for Mental Health Week. Friday 19th October Phatfish in Concert 7.30pm Langstane Kirk. First appearance in Aberdeen of top Christian band. Tickets £6. Sunday 21st Launch of Bible Week 3.00pm Duthie Park Winter Gardens featuring UDI Aberdeen City Band compered by David Haggart. Sunday 21st Social Responsibility Service 6.00pm Ruthrieston South Church. Preacher Revd James Cowie. Friday 26th Annual Service of Remembrance (for Oil and Gas Industries) 12.30pm Kirk of St Nicholas. Sunday 28th Logos II in Glasgow - Coach trip to visit Operation Mobilisation's Gospel Ship and hear George Verwer. Cost £10. Contact Alex Gordon (01224-735544). Sunday 28th Bible Sunday Service 3.00pm St Mark's Church. Sunday 28th One world week: 'Milestones along the way' ecumenical service 4 pm, St Francis of Assisi Church, Mannofield. top
	CONTACT NUMBERS Minister: Revd Ian Dick 589633 minister@ferryhillpc.org.uk Assistant from 1/10/01 Revd Norman Nicoll 705630 Church Office: 213093 office@ferryhillpc.org.uk CHURCH WEB SITE www.ferryhillpc.org.uk
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