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 A NEW HEART

There’s an old African fable about a mouse who, like

all mice, was afraid of cats. A wizard felt sorry for him
and offered to help him lose his fear. So with the
mouse’ approval, the wizard turned him into a cat. The
cat, however, was afraid of dogs. So the wizard turned
him into a dog. But the dog was afraid of lions. So the
wizard turned the dog into a lion. When the wizard discovered that the
lion was afraid of hunters, he exclaimed in disgust, “You’re hopeless.
What you needed was a change of heart! And that I can’t give you.”

People in a sense also need at times a change of heart. For, in our

modern world, we can so often become prisoners to wealth and success.
Yet, the Church, when it seeks to truly follow the ways of Christ,
promotes a way of life that seeks to replace selfish hearts with
compassion and kindness.

This mode of thought is perhaps best summed up in 2nd Corinthians

when Paul says:
“if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation”

In the months of September and October we have plenty of

opportunities to show that our hearts are in the right place. In
September we celebrate Harvest and donate to our specially chosen
cause MAF, while in October we prepare to once again embark on the
Blythswood Care Christmas Shoebox Appeal. Both provide wonderful
opportunities to show that our hearts are filled with the teachings of
Christ.

May we once again do our best to support the needs of others in the
name of Jesus Christ our Saviour.

Kenneth C. Elliott
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 HARVEST SOUP LUNCH
Last year, following the great initial success of 2008, the Sunday
School and Bible Class Teachers decided to hold a Harvest Lunch of
Soup and Bread. It was again a great success and greatly appreciated by
those that attended. The purpose of the Harvest Lunch was to raise
funds to help cover the cost of providing Flowers for our Harvest
Thanksgiving Service.

Indeed, although our young people bring a bouquet of flowers to

Church on Harvest Thanksgiving Sunday, additional flowers are now
required to ensure that all the elderly, sick, bereaved and housebound
receive a bouquet. The Sunday School and Bible Class Teachers
reviewed the situation last year and from their own experiences, felt the
gift of a bouquet was very worthwhile reflected in the grateful
appreciation of the recipients. And so once again there will be a:

Harvest Lunch of Soup & Bread on

SUNDAY 12th SEPTEMBER
immediately after the Morning Service.

All the proceeds will be used to help fund the provision of Flowers for
our Harvest Thanksgiving Service on the 27th September. Please come
along and enjoy this special Lunch while making a contribution to the
distribution of Flowers on Harvest Thanksgiving.

Last year approximately 60 bouquets of flowers were delivered to

members of the Congregation.

THANKSGIVING FLOWERS
In addition to the Harvest Soup Lunch parents are asked
if they could also once again provide their children with a
bouquet of flowers to bring to Church on the 26th
September.

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 HARVEST
THANKSGIVING APPEAL

SUNDAY 26th SEPTEMBER

Every year in Prestwick South we hold a special
Thanksgiving Harvest Appeal for a charity or
worthwhile cause. This year our Appeal will be
donated to MAF.
In 2007 Prestwick South raised over £500 for MAF through
our special Harvest Collection. Mr Graeme Last, a
representative from MAF, was our guest speaker in 2007 at
our Harvest Thanksgiving Service. Although unable to attend
on the 26th September Graeme will be with us on Sunday 19th
September to give us an update of the great work of MAF.

INFORMATION ON MAF

Who we are
Mission Aviation Fellowship is a Christian organisation. Our mission is
to operate light aircraft in remote places where flying is not a luxury,
but a real lifeline.

Every three minutes one of our planes takes off or lands somewhere in
the world. On board are dedicated teams bringing medical care,
supplies and Christian hope to communities struggling to survive
amidst poverty, conflict or natural disaster. Flying across deserts,
jungles, swamps and mountains, we reach places that might otherwise
remain cut-off because of impassable or non-existent roads.

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MAF was founded towards the end of WWII by a group of
international airmen, one of whom was Stuart King (President Emeritus
and still active in the organisation today), all determined to use their
skills to help people in deepest need. The first MAF passenger flight
landed at a jungle airstrip in Mexico in 1946.

Today MAF is a worldwide partnership operating over 120 aircraft

from bases in more than 30 countries. Serving over 2,500 destinations,
we help enable aid and development agencies, missions, national
churches and other local groups bring relief and healing for body, mind
and spirit.
MAF is a UK registered charity and our overseas operational work and
support services are funded by voluntary donations. By supporting us,
you are supporting people in need around the world.

How you can help

For over 50 years MAF has operated in developing countries, bringing
essential aid and spiritual sustenance to many of the world’s most
inaccessible and inhospitable locations.

For tens of thousands of people in such places, seeing a doctor, getting

a Bible or having adequate food and clean water only happens when
our planes arrive. Without your continued financial support MAF could
not provide the aid so desperately needed.

Help and Hope for Remote Regions

For over 50 years MAF has operated light aircraft in developing
countries, bringing essential aid and spiritual sustenance to many of the
world’s most inaccessible and inhospitable locations.

For tens of thousands of people in such places, seeing a doctor, getting

a Bible or having adequate food and clean water only happens when
our planes arrive.

When infrastructure is missing, when conflict threatens safety, when

famine and drought wreak devastation, our flights offer fast, safe
transport of vital supplies and assistance.

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Enabling the vital work of others
We work in close partnership with over 1,000 missions, providing
flights and logistical support for their outreach to communities in
developing nations.

These missions include aid agencies, missions, relief and development

organisations, government departments, local churches and other
national groups. Their work covers healthcare, emergency relief,
development and the bringing of God's word.

The range of organisations we serve includes:

• Church
• Mission
• Non-Governmental Organisations
• Government

Church
We seek to promote the growth of the church, working with indigenous
churches and groups to enable spiritual outreach.

We also support the work of many visiting churches as they encourage

fledgling churches or those who have suffered persecution.

For example, in Guatemala we support a Bible teaching programme,

training those who lead congregations in the villages. And in Arnhem
Land we provide flights for local Aboriginal ministers, enabling them
to share the Gospel in remote areas.

Mission
A great number of those we fly are mission organisations who seek to
bring both physical and spiritual care to those in isolated regions. One
such is Tearfund, the Christian relief and development agency working
with a global network of churches to help eradicate poverty.

MAF make regular flights to Korr, northern Kenya, in support of

Tearfund's education and food distribution amongst the Rendille and
Samburu. We also support Tearfund's work in northern Uganda and
southern Sudan.

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In Tanzania, we support Haydom Hospital a missionary hospital that
has operated since 1953. We fly a monthly medical safari, taking teams
of doctors to remote villages to provide healthcare, vaccination
programmes and mother-and-child clinics. Often, evangelists will join
the safari and share the Gospel while the medical team are running
clinics.

Non-Governmental Organisations
Across the developing world, thousands of non-governmental
organisations provide relief and development services to communities
affected by poverty, disease and conflict. Many of them are heavily
reliant on air transport for safe, fast travel.
One such group is Medair, which responds to victims of war and
disaster situations through emergency and rehabilitative projects. We
regularly fly Medair in several African nations, bringing medical teams
and supplies to the remote areas where they work.

Government
In every country in which we operate, we do so with the support of the
government and in some places provide flights for government backed
development projects.

PLEASE GIVE GENEROUSLY!

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 CHURCH HANDBOOK

CHURCH HANDBOOK INCLUDES DETAILS OF

2010 – 2011 CHURCH EVENTS,
TIMES OF SERVICES,
TELEPHONE NUMBERS,
WHO’S WHO,
ORGANISATIONAL LEADERS,
COMMITTEES
AND SO MUCH MORE.

Special thanks must again be recorded to

PRESTWICK SOUTH
various members of the Magazine
PARISH CHURCH
Committee for helping to produce the
Handbook.

Please ensure that all the energy and time spent on bringing this
publication into your home is not in vain. Please retain the
Handbook for easy reference to all Church Activities and Personnel
during the coming year. Making proper and efficient use of the
Handbook may help to save you contacting certain members of the
Church to enquire about specific phone numbers and addresses.

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 2nd / 4th PRESTWICK
BOYS’BRIGADE
New Session

Good Fun Great Leaders

Games Achievements

Outings New Friends

It was decided in April 2010 to amalgamate the 2nd Prestwick Boys’
Brigade with the 4th Prestwick. The Anchor Boys will meet in
Prestwick South Church Hall, while the Junior and Company Section
will meet in Kingcase Primary School.

The new session of the Anchor Boys commenced on Thursday 2nd

September, while the new Session of the Junior Section and Company
commenced on Friday 3rd September.

ANCHOR BOYS’
Primary 1 to 3                          Thursdays 6.30pm 
Prestwick South Church Hall

JUNIOR & COMPANY SECTION

Primary 4 Upwards     Fridays 6.30pm & 7.15pm 
Kingcase Primary School

For further details please consult the Church Handbook.

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 MOONWALK 
On Saturday 19th June my husband
Tom & I set off in the sunshine from
Prestwick on the train to Edinburgh
to take part in the Edinburgh
MoonWalk-a marathon walk starting
at midnight through the streets
of Edinburgh- with all funds raised
for Breast Cancer Care.

We were aiming to complete the 26.2

miles in under 7 hours & I'm pleased
to say, with all our training, we
finished it in just over 6 and a half
hours but more importantly we
exceeded our targets of £1,000 each!

By the time we left home on the Saturday to start the marathon we

knew we had each raised £1000 and we would like to thank all who
donated, no matter how much, as our final joint total was a magnificent
£2,305.

I would strongly encourage anyone who is able & considering doing

something like this to go for it as we really enjoyed all the walks we did
in the 12 week training programme as well as the atmosphere in the city
that night walking at speed with 10 000 others!

The aims of the Walk the Walk charity are not only to raise funds for
Breast Cancer Care but to raise awareness and fitness of all who
participate.

For further information please go to the website www.walkthewalk.org

Once again, a huge thank you to all who supported us.

Karen Mathers
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 ALISON CURRIE
UGANDA

“The nomad Scot has returned from Uganda!”

Thank you for your support both in prayer and financially. It was
a privilege that God chose to use me in Kampala. It was certainly
a challenging time but perseverance was the key word and God
never let go of me through all the experiences.

I'd like to present you with a Thank You gift but I left them in
Kampala! Why? Well, I had no more weight allowance for a
goat and a local language Bible. Rather than bringing you
Bambejja Beads, I supported a local project (www.bohcm.org)
where the provision of a goat will help support family income.
The Bible can be shared and read in the local language as many
people do not speak English.

God Bless
Alison

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 GIRVAN GOLF COURSE
TUESDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER
This friendly golf competition is open to both ladies and
gentlemen irrespective of whether he or she is a beginner or a
professional in the making. Any office bearers of our church
organisations, wives or husbands of members of the church are
also welcomed to take part in this golf outing. However, any
friend or friends of members of the church may be allowed to
enter the competition, but they will not be eligible to win any
prizes.

This “Stroke Play” Competition will be played on one round of

18 holes. All competitors must check in at the starter’s office by
9.00a.m. A venue for lunch will be decided nearer the time.

Please note that the rules for awarding golf handicaps are as
printed and displayed on the notice board in the church hall.

A copy of 10 simple basic golf rules will be distributed to the

participants for reference.

Contributions of any kind of prizes will be gratefully received.

Please hurry and give your names to James Yee as soon as

possible, preferably by 29th August 2010.

James Yee
(Golf Convener)

THE GUILD
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The Guild commence their new Session on Thursday 7th October at
2.15pm and a warm welcome is extended to ‘old’ and new members
including men. The Capitation Fee is £8.

Our first meeting is a Comunion and Dedication service conducted by

our own Minister, the Rev Kenneth Elliott.

Helen Crawford.

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Dear Boys and Girls,

Where does the time go? It seems hardly any time at all since we were
getting ready for the summer holidays, now we are preparing for

For me Harvest is
a special time of
year, because not
only do we
remember God’s
goodness, but we
think of ways in
which we can
share what we
have with others.

Just like Jesus

who always did
his best to help
others. Therefore
my Teasers are all
about the feeding
of the 5,000
which reminds us
of the importance
of sharing what
we have with
others.
Harvest.
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 SOMALIA
In a recent MAG Publication a day in the life of a MAG Project
Manager was featured. The Manager in question was none other
than our very own Alistair Moir.

“The day begins at five o’clock, as mosques call out morning prayer
and the sound of traffic and children can be heard filling the streets.
The first task is to make some strong coffee and check the online
newspapers. We need to keep well abreast of affairs in Puntland State
of Somalia in order to ensure that our humanitarian activities do not get
caught up in the middle of an altogether separate issue or dispute.

MAG has been operating in Puntland for the last two years and has
worked hard to build relations and acceptance within all sectors of
society. Our core message when visiting a new areas or communities is
that dangerous items of Explosive Remnants of War (ERW) know no
clan or religious lines, therefore it is in everyone’s interest to assist and
facilitate in our work saving lives and building futures.

We move to the office after breakfast and greet our colleagues. In

Puntland, MAG works with a local Police Explosive Ordnance
Disposal (EOD) team. This team is tasked by the Puntland Mine Action
Centre (PMAC) and my day to day work involves closely liaising with
their Director and Operations Manager. It was PMAC who first invited
MAG to Puntland and following discussions we began a successful
partnership which has enabled the safe clearance of 69 tons of ERW
from Puntland. The Police Team, PMAC and MAG are very proud of
our results to date, in often challenging conditions.

Communication is a key function in my job as a Project Manager. I

need to be able to engage with a variety of stakeholders on the ground
to enable our work to continue smoothly. Firstly, I must be able to
efficiently understand technical considerations and information detailed
to me by my international technical colleagues.

Generally in MAG, Project and Programme Managers are not EOD

trained but come from broader humanitarian backgrounds. This enables
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us as an organisation to better integrate all our activities into wider
development interventions benefitting the greatest number of people. It
is therefore vital for me to respect and listen to what my technically
skilled colleagues tell me. The first briefings and conversations of the
office day usually come from them.

In addition to this, I must also closely heed advice and information

provided by my Somali peers. Somalia is a complicated setting and I
am a guest in the country. It is personally and professionally important
for me to respect local customs and sensitivities in order that MAG is
well represented and thought of.

Therefore I meet daily with PMAC and discuss operation tasking as

well as other requests or ideas they may have which could result in
better, more productive and higher impact programme intervention.
Basically what I’m explaining in the above is that chatting and drinking
cups of sweet tea is often essential to my work!

Often I am not in the office and will travel with the team while they
conduct ERW clearance. This rather technical term basically involves
the EOD team going to communities which have reported through
PMAC explosive items which they wish us to remove. Once cleared the
land is then free for cultivation, grazing, development or even just a
shorter way to access the nearest water well.

Going out with the team is an essential part of my role for many
reasons. It is imperative that I interact with Somali people in their
various settings, both urban and rural. Not only do I enjoy experiencing
local culture and customs but it also gives me an opportunity to ask
individuals – be they clan elders, mullahs or ladies on the street selling
biscuits – how we can better assist them.

It is furthermore important that I remain closely involved in field work,

as ultimately it is me who has to articulate to our donors what we do
and how we do it. If I cannot accurately paint a picture of our work and
its positive impact to interested individuals or institutions it is very
unlikely that we will be able to remain in operation.
In Somalia the traditional working day usually ends in the early
afternoon. Following this we return home, or go our hotel if in the field
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and enjoy lunch together as a team. In Somalia there is great seafood
and a culinary legacy left over from Italian colonisation. Following
lunch I tend to deal with emails, write reports or draft proposals for
work we would like to conduct in the future. Following this I like to
exercise before sunset as the temperature decreases.

The evenings are quiet and I try very hard not to work past 7pm. Due to
movement restrictions all international staff are avid collectors and
distributors of DVD box sets and books. Lights out is usually around
10pm with the fan still beating air around 30oc.”

Alistair Moir

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ELDERS DUTIES FOR COMMUNION
SUNDAY 3rd OCTOBER 2010
MORNING TABLE

COMMUNION TABLE

A. Moir & I. Ross

South 1 G. A. Kerr North 1 M. Foggo

South 2 C. Laverie North 2 A. Armour
South 3 K. Mathers North 3 M Bingham
South 4 J. Thomson North 4 W. Irvine
South 5 W. Goodwin North 5 K. McGhie
South 6 J. Dunlop North 6 A. Green

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South 1 H. Inglis North 1 K McKail

South 2 S McGill North 2 S. Johnson
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 THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY
19TH TO 26TH MAY 2010.

Kenneth and I attended this years Assembly. Ayr Presbytery had

allocated Prestwick: South, on a rota basis - the minister and presbytery
elder nominated to attend. It wasn’t until I saw my name in print that I
began to have feelings of apprehension. When the literature began to
come through the letter box from Edinburgh, the bulk was so much that
when we were out one morning I had to collect the package from the
Post Office – was I expected to read all this?

One letter from the ’Purse Bearer’, Tom Murray, Hollyroodhouse

advising that he had been commanded by The Lord Wilson of Tillyorn
KT, GCMG, Lord High Commissioner to the General Assembly of the
Church of Scotland and Lady Wilson were inviting me to a reception,
but more of this later. Kenneth didn’t get an invite!! He did, however,
get an invitation to the Presbytery Clerks buffet lunch one day.

I went through to Edinburgh after lunch time on the Wednesday, having

a meeting at 6pm that evening. Kenneth came through during the
evening and we agreed to meet up. At the meeting we were welcomed
individually by David Arnott convenor of the Business Committee, his
Vice Convener John Chapman and Elizabeth Duncan, all of whom put
you at ease. They then explained the workings of the Assembly
regarding Motions, Counter Motions, Amendments, Amendments to
Amendments and voting either by standing for or against, if too close to
call there is the electronic vote – still with me? After all explanations
had been given we were taken through to the ‘Rainy Room’, for a glass
of wine and a chance to talk with our fellow commissioners. In the
‘Rainy Room’ it was stressed that this was where we would pick up our
daily papers, the docket being above our allocated number.

Thursday first day, commenced at 10am but we all had to be seated

by 0930am. We then witnessed the arrival of the “High Heid Yins” all
resplendent in their robes. The Pageantry and Symbolism of the event
was quite something. The Gallery behind the convener was where Lord
Wilson and the Purse Bearer sat, along with ladies in all their finery,

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especially their hats – just like Epsom on Derby Day. The only face that
I recognised was that of Nicola Sturgeon (MSP) sitting next to the
Purse Bearer, but no hat.

The day always commenced with hymn, prayer and reading. After the
outgoing Moderator, The Rt. Rev. William Hewitt, had handed over to
the incoming Moderator, The Rt. Rev. John C. Christie, the business of
the day commenced. Kenneth mentioned that one of his colleagues had
to be up very early to read all the newspapers and advise the Moderator
what had been reported in each newspaper. A letter was read from Her
Majesty, The Queen and a suitable reply was given on the following
day.

Friday, was when communion was taken. No word of health and safety
here. The common cup was used, or should I say goblet – it was fairly
large anyway and half filled with wine. One commissioner remarked to
me afterwards that he was glad to hand it over, fearful of some disaster
while the cup was in his hands. The whole ceremony took just under
and hour and a half. Mind you there were several hundred of us to
contend with. Then it was down to business.

Saturday evening, was when I attended the reception at Hollyrood

Palace. On arrival at the gates I presented my card for entry but was
asked for photographic evidence, no such luck, and no photo. One of
the ushers found my name on the list and providing I could give
address, post code and telephone number I would be allowed in. Once
through the gates I crossed the quadrangle and followed the instructions
of the ushers, passing a quartet playing classical music. Up the stairs
into a long room where there were already some people. We were given
a glass of wine, red, white or rosy, which was topped up immediately
by the girls after you had taken a few sips – all very nice!!! Cocktail
sausages, something fishy on small shells and various canapés were
continually on offer by the girls as they moved around those in
attendance.

Here comes the bonus, I was allowed to meet and, shake hands with
Lord Wilson. He, Lord Wilson, had been governor of Hong Kong for a
number of years. I was able to say that I had been there earlier in the
year, during the Chinese New Year, prior to joining a cruise ship.
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Apparently there are several walks named after him in Hong Kong. The
six pipers who had been playing during the evening brought themselves
in front of Lord Wilson and when finished headed for the doorway,
Lord Wilson and the Purse Bearer following behind – the evening
ending. No more wine!! I really felt sorry for the piper’s, one in
particular – the sweating running down the side of his face. (Lord
Wilson is presently Chancellor at Aberdeen University, and a Dr Rev.
Easter Smart is chaplain. Prior to taking up her post at Aberdeen she
had been an assistant at the Church of Scotland, St Columba, Pont
Street, London. On her last Sunday at Pont Street she did in fact Baptist
my grandson William. The Rev. William Rodgers was the interim
Moderator at the time having recently come from Ellon, Aberdeenshire,
via 121 George Street, Edinburgh. During his period at Ellon he did in
fact conduct the funerals of both my parents – small world!!! Oh yes
one other moment – just as the choir commenced to sing and everyone
was about to leave my mobile went off. I quickly switched off, not
looking to see who had called. Caroline my daughter sidled up to me
and asked was that a call from ‘above’? Very embarrassing but I’m
sure not too many noticed.)

Sunday morning (Pentecost), St Giles’ Cathedral 10a.m. We had been

advised to be seated before 9.30am consequently missing the paraded
entry of the dignitaries. As they did, however, arrive inside the
Cathedral all heads turned to view the Councillors, Legal fraternity,
Military members and, of course, the ladies with their hats!!!

Sunday afternoon, there was a special meeting at Assembly

commemorating the 450 years since the reformation. The choir and
orchestra of Hyndland School Pupils performed during the first part.
The choir set the tone with their opening, ‘One Candle’. The Moderator
had previous been chaplain at Hyndland. A first was, Rt Rev. Joseph
Toal, Bishop of Argyle and Isles – The Roman Catholic Church, who
gave a reading.

A minister from the north east had been asked by his congregation to
translate the bible into the ‘Doric’. He had completed two books and
reckoned that if he continues at the same pace it would take another 11
years to complete. He did in fact say a few verses in Doric; Kenneth
lent over to me and said, ‘You probably understand what he is saying’.
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One of the mornings was given over to the Military chaplains - Jackie
Bird, (BBC), the only person I recognised apart from Nicola Sturgeon,
was invited to say a few words about this body of gentlemen. She then
told us of her recent visit to Afghanistan where she had met several
eighteen, and nineteen year olds. She then related how much
importance was given to the role of ‘The Chaplain’ under these
circumstances, providing the necessary spiritual stimulus, and
sustenance so necessary under the war situation.

There was one other person I met, Arthur Christie, ex. Prestwick:
North. Arthur is now quite settled in Anstruther. Kenneth was kind
enough to introduce me to some of his colleagues as we wandered the
corridors. Their names I have now forgotten – memory is not as good
as one gets older.

It was an interesting week. Would I do it again? I certainly left with

many happy memories and it did conjure up thoughts from the past.

Bill Elphinstone
Presbytery Elder.

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DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR THE MONTH OF
SEPTEMBER 2010
DAY
PROVERBS
Wednesday 1st 21:17-26
PSALM
Thursday 2nd 105:1-11
Friday 3rd 105:12-22
Saturday 4th 105:23-36
PROVERBS
Sunday 5th 21:27-22:6
PSALM
Monday 6th 105:37-45
Tuesday 7th 106:1-15
Wednesday 8th 106:16-31
PROVERBS
Thursday 9th 22:7-16
PSALM
Friday 10th 106:32-39
Saturday 11th 106:40-48
Sunday 12th 107:1-9
PROVERBS
Monday 13th 22:17-27
PSALM
Tuesday 14th 107:10-22
Wednesday 15th 107:23-32
Thursday 16th 107:33-43
PROVERBS
Friday 17th 22:28-23:9
PSALM
Saturday 18th 108:1-5
Sunday 19th 108:6-13
Monday 20th 109:1-20
PROVERBS
Tuesday 21st 23:10-18
PSALM
Wednesday 22nd 109:21-31
Thursday 23rd 110:1-7
Friday 24th 111:1-10
PROVERBS
Saturday 25th 23:19-28
PSALM
Sunday 26th 112:1-10
Monday 27th 113:1-9
Tuesday 28th 114:1-8
PROVERBS
Wednesday 29th 23:29-24:4
PSALM
Thursday 30th 115:1-11

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 CHURCH COLLECTIONS
23rd May – 15th August 2010

FWO ORD TOTAL

£ £ £
23rd May 192.50 28.00 220.50
30th May 304.60 42.00 346.60
June 1338.21 233.00 1571.21
July 1059.72 175.00 1234.72
1st August 200.00 31.40 231.40
8th August 295.45 24.10 319.55
15th August 201.15 36.45 237.60

3591.63 569.95 4161.58

S.O.G.A. 13,684.50

TOTAL 17,846.08

TOTAL SAME PERIOD 2009 18,770.96

Decrease in 2010 924.68

% Decrease in 2010 5.5%

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Charity begins at home, 
and Justice begins 
next door. 
Charles Dickens.

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 PARISH REGISTER

DEATHS

5th July - Mrs Vera Aitchison, 17 Caerlaverock Road.

16th July - Mrs Elsie Dale, Suncourt Nursing Home Troon.

9th August - Mrs Claire Sadler, 7 Monkton Road.

(Non member)

28th August - Mr Russell Miller, 5H Monkton Court.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

Mrs Martha Fyffe, 6 Capper View to 13 Alvord Avenue.

(Dist 11 – Karen Mathers)

MEMBERS LEFT BY TRANSFERANCE CERTIFICATE

Mr Jim & Mrs Noreen Meikle, 4 Laighpark Court, Coylton.

(To Coylton Parish Church)

Mrs Ella Nelson, 49 Boydfield Avenue, Prestwick.

(To St. Ninan’s Episcopal Church)

SPECIAL BIRTHDAY CONGRATULATIONS

SPECIAL BIRTHDAY
CONGRATULATIONS
On the 2nd July, Mrs Rene Wilson,
celebrated her 90th Birthday.

Special congratulations to Rene

from everyone at Prestwick South.

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SPECIAL BIRTHDAY CONGRATULATIONS

SPECIAL BIRTHDAY
CONGRATULATIONS
On the 24th July, Mrs Anne Mason,
celebrated her 90th Birthday.

Special congratulations to Anne

from everyone at Prestwick South.

SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CONGRATULATIONS

SILVER WEDDING
ANNIVERSARY
CONGRATULATIONS
On the 17th August, Ann and Arthur Mackay, celebrated
their Silver Wedding Anniversary.

Special congratulations to Ann and Arthur from

everyone at Prestwick South.

REMEMBER SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS

It is always a pleasure for the Church to congratulate members on

special occasions. If you know of anyone in the Congregation about to
celebrate a special event then please let either, your Elder, the Minister
or the Church Secretary know about it.

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 CHURCH CONTACTS
MINISTER: Rev. Kenneth C. Elliott TEL: 478788
68 St. Quivox Road.

SESSION Alan C. Moir TEL: 476883

CLERK: 98 Ayr Road.

CLERK TO Malcolm Foggo TEL: 470026

THE BOARD: 1 Woodland Street.

TREASURER: Frank McQuade TEL: 475632

5 Hunter Street.

GIFT AID Aileen Telfer TEL: 678429

CONVENER: 79 Marchburn Avenue.

CHURCH Dorothy McPherson TEL: 678556

SECRETARY & Church Vestry.
HALL LETTING
CONVENER:

ROLL Allan Kerr TEL: 479960

KEEPER: 3 Cochrane Place.

PROPERTY James Yee TEL: 477163

CONVENER: 20 Marina Road.

ORGANIST AND David Ferguson TEL: 268992

CHOIRMASTER: 199 Hillfoot Road, Ayr.

SAFEGUARDING Katie McKail TEL: 475239

COORDINATOR: 49 Caerlaverock Road.

SUNDAY SCHOOL Ann MacKay TEL: 477738

SUPERINTENDENTS: 15 Briarhill Street.

CHURCH Willie Main TEL: 286224

OFFICER: 22 Bellesleyhill Road.

All items for our OCTOBER NEWSLETTER should be submitted by

the conclusion of the Morning Service on Sunday the 19th September 2010.
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