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Sunday Worship

Worship takes place every Sunday in Camelon Parish Church, Dorrator Road, Camelon at 11.00 a.m. Everyone and their friends can be assured of a warm welcome

Church Magazine: You can read the current and recent editions of our Church Magazine by clicking the button below.

The Summer edition of the magazine is now ready and being distributed. The Autumn edition is likely to be issued in September and contributions from individuals and organisation should be sent, preferably by email to Janice Guthrie as they become available

The Summer Fęte was held in the Brown Street Hall on 23rd August and raised Ł965. The organisers were pleased with the attendance and the level of assistance that they had. With a few hours of Summer weather available most of the children's activities took place outside. The only complaint heard was that in the goal shooting the goal was too small and the goalkeeper too big! Well done to everyone concerned.

Christian Aid Week 11th - 17th May

A Quiz Night in support of Christian Aid was held on Thursday Friday 15th May. Teams of between two and six people took part, including one from the Boys Brigade. Each team member made a donation and provided a prize for the lucky dip. A total of Ł139.25 was raised and this will be added to the total raised for Christian Aid by our congregation. Thanks go to Janet Crawford and Janice Arbuckle for organising the event and to Peter Marshall for doing the Magnus Magnusson bit! The photographs above show the eventual winners "The Luverly Ladies" and the youngest competitor who decided to grasp the opportunity of getting on to the first rung of the housing ladder.

Stewardship and Outreach:: Robert McAlpine, a Church of Scotland Mission Adviser, spoke to members of the congregation who have an interest in visiting for pastoral and stewardship purposes. This was the first event in our current Stewardship campaign. All members are urged to give their full support to the various events associated with it, particularly by encouraging others who are not regular worshippers to participate in the various events.

Our Stewardship Campaign was launched on Sunday 18th March with an invitation to all members of the congregation to invite a friend to join them in worship and to a Mothers' Day Lunch immediately after the service. Approximately 120 people accepted the invitation and participated in the buffet lunch served in the Dorrator Road Hall. During lunch our minister gave a progress report on our building project. The photographs below illustrate the enjoyable occasion!The stewardship campaign is now in full swing and information on this along with a pledge card has been sent to all members of the congregation.

The team to undertake follow are now fully engaged on this important task and a well attended "Stewardship Lunch" was held after worship on 24th June. Concept drawing of our new building was available along with exhibitions of the activities of Boys Brigade, Brownies and other organisations that us church premises. Further information about stewardship is available from Mark or Janet Crawford.

Junior Church: Our Junior Church commenced their new session on 3rd September. The boys and girls took part in the Harvest Service and marked the occasion by wearing Harvest Hats. A selection of the most colourful can be seen in the photograph on the right. Clearly, hats are in fashion this year!

Morning worship on 24th December was led by the Junior Church performing their Alphabetical nativity celebration this was a wonderful family service given before a packed congregation.

This year's Pyjama Party raised Ł145 and this was donated to the charities chosen by the youngsters. The illustration above on the right shows how part of the money raised last year was used. This year the money collected was shared between the children's hospice CHAS and Positive Steps, an organisation that works with street children in India. Well done again Camelon Junior Church!

On 30th March the Junior Church marked the advent of the British Summer Time clock change and enjoyed breakfast at their pyjama party. Adults under the age of 120 were invited to dress in an item of nightwear and encouraged to join in the fun.

As you can see from the photograph there was a wide range of nightwear on display and the loss of an hour of sleep because of the clocks being put forward for British Summer Time failed to dampen their spirits!

We donated to the "Send a Cow" charity.

National Children's Assembly

Beth Findlay (above) had a great time at the first Church of Scotland National Children's Assembly and is already looking forward to next year's event. This is what she had to say about the experience

"I went to the Children's Assembly. On Saturday we had a prayer day. In the morning after breakfast we sang a song and went outside to run up a tall hill and pretend to run to God. After lunch we made a big notice saying, 'We Love God!' At 6.00 p.m.. I went to bed but got back up for the Ceilidh. We had a band called 'Fishy Music'. On Sunday, we said goodbye. I was given a CD, a certificate (click HERE to see the certificate) and the photograph reproduced below. There is going to be another Children's Assembly next year."

On Easter Sunday The Junior Church made Easter baskets. Pictured on the left is a selection of these that were on display when the adults came to the church hall after worship for coffee.

A lot has been happening in Camelon Parish Church since the union, not only within the congregation but also within the building itself. The interior has been painted to give a brighter appearance. The wall hangings from both churches now decorate the walls along with the colours of the various organisations. The font and lectern from St John's have been installed in the sanctuary along with one of the hymn boards. The sound system has been upgraded and improvements to the lighting are under way. The photograph below gives an impression of how the building looks but the only real way to see how much the work has improved the building is to come along and see for yourself!

Ladies Bible Study: The Ladies Bible Study Group will meet in the manse on Wednesdays at 7.30 p.m.

Saint Andrew Press:

The Webmaster received the following press release from St Andrew press:

Saint Andrew Press is delighted to let you know of the arrival of the Church’s one-stop online shop. This enables you to find conveniently a wide range of books that are published by the Church. Publications include books on all aspects of worship: there are prayer books, hymn books, other worship materials, books for worship leaders, for prayer groups and for individuals; books of spiritual poetry; children’s books; and some books on other things you may be interested in, such as music, biography and Scottish history. There are special offers, extracts and reviews. You will find information on authors and on book-related events, and the site will continuously grow and develop to meet your needs. The online shop can be found by clicking on the link www.churchofscotland.org.uk/standrewpress

What's On, When and Where! - A guide to the regular activities within Camelon Parish Church buildings.

You can telephone the Church Office on 01324 870011 if you wish to check that the group you are interested in is still in session or your organisation might be thinking of making use of our facilities.

Monday

Brown Street Hall

10 a.m.- 12 noon

5:45 .-6:45 p.m.

6:30 .-8.00 p.m.

8:00 -9:30 p.m.

All Sorts (Large & Small Halls)

Rainbows (Large and Small Halls}

Brownies {Large and Small Halls)

Keep Fit (Large Hall)

Monday

Dorrator Road Hall

7:30 -9.00 p.m.

The Guild (Large Hall) from 1st October

Monday

Church Vestry

6:30 -7:30 p.m

Prayer Group (Fortnightly from 10th September)

Tuesday

Brown Street Hall

9.30 am.-1.30 p.m.

2.00 -4.00 p.m.

1.45 - 4.00 p.m.

6.00 .-7.30 p.m

7.00 - 10.00 p.m .

Citizens Advice Bureau (Large & Small Halls)

Busy Bees (fortnightly from 9th September, alternate with the Tuesday Fellowship, Small Hall)

Tuesday Fellowship (fortnightly from 16th Sept, alternate with the Busy Bees, Large Hall)

Weight Watchers (Large Hall)

Recorded Music Society (Fortnightly from September 16th, Small Hall)

Tuesday

Dorrator Road Hall

7.00 - 10.00 p.m.

7:30 .-9:30 p.m .

Session meets Monthly (Upper Hall)

Falkirk Opera (Large Hall)

Wednesday

Brown Street Hall

10.00 a.m.- noon. .

All Sorts (Large & Small Halls)

Wednesday

Dorrator Road Hall

6.30 .- 8.30 p.m.

FUNPLUS (Large Hall) not meeting at present

Thursday

Brown Street Hall

2.00 .-4.00 p.m.

5:00 .- 10:00 p.m.

NHS Retirement Fellowship (last Thursday of odd numbered months, Small Hall)

Boys Brigade (Large & Small Halls)

Thursday

Dorrator Road Hall

5.00 - 7.00 p.m .

7.15 - 9.45 p.m .

Scottish Slimmers (Large Hall}

Philatelic Society (Fortnightly from 4th September Large Hall) Further information can be had by clicking http://www.falkirkstampclub.co.uk

Friday

Dorrator Road Hall

Friday

Brown Street Hall

Saturday

Brown Street Hall

09.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m.

1q.30 - 4.30 p.m.

Scottish Christian Men's Group (Small Hall, 2nd Saturday of Month)

ALBA Stamp Group (Small Hall 13/09 & 06/12)

Sunday

Church Building

Assemble in Church

11.00 a.m .

11.00 a.m.

Worship

Junior Church and Crčche

Sunday

Brown Street Hall

6.30 -8.00 p.m.

YCP (Young Camelon Parish our youth group) Large and Small Halls

Ordination of Elders: During morning worship on Sunday 13th November three new elders were ordained by the Rev Stuart Sharp. They are pictured with Mr Sharp (left to right) Mark Crawford, Donna Kilpatrick and Bill Evans. Everyone in the congregation wish them every success in their important work.

Long Service Certificate

During worship on 9th March Dan Ross, who recently retired from the Kirk Session, was presented with the Church of Scotland's Long Service Certificate in recognition of his 57 years of service as an elder. Dan is pictured above receiving his certificate from the Reverend Stuart Sharp. Mrs Ross standing next to Dan and Deaconess Margaret Corrie complete the picture.

Welcome:

A warm Camelon Parish Church welcome to Tom Stewart, Harry Cox, Frances Clubb, James Nimmo, Paul Wotherspoon, Shona Giffen, Euan Martn, Mary Poynton, Fay Taylor , Karen Comrie and John Lapsley who have all recently joined our congregation.

Baptisms:

The sacrament of baptism was celebrated on Sunday 9th April for Kyle Andrew Findlay, on 16th April for Emma Agnes Kilpatrick on. 1st October for Adam William Bell, on 29th October for Rhys David James Wotherspoon Aitchison on 19th November for Blair David Cunningham, on 25th February 2007 for Grace Rona Gillies, on 10th June for Chloe Helen Martin, on 24th June for Daniel Stuart Grant on 30th September for Regan Victoria Thomson. 2nd March for Karen Comrie 2008 on 23rd March for Beth Janet Kilpatrick, on 30th March for Megg Jorgia Taylor*.and on 25th May for Ruari Alexander Comrie. We welcome them all into the family of Christ.

* Megg's baptism was a first for Camelon Parish Church. Because of advanced pregnancy one of the Godparents was forbidden to travel so she took her vows as a Godparent by means of a telephone link! The photograph shows Megg's Dad receiving the telephonic vows! The other photograph is simply a nice reminder of how our congregation welcomes a new life into Christ's family!

Thanksgiving:

On 6th April during morning worship Rev Stuart Sharp and those present gave thanks for the birth of

Freddie John Thomas Gardiner and on 31st August a blessing was given to Lois Gioia Shaw and thanksgiving offered for her life.

Open the key to The Boys' Brigade page to learn about this and the Company's latest activities.

Boy's Brigade:

If you wouild like to see photographs of the 1st Camelon Boy's Brigade's Summer Camp and the 2008 Parents Night press the key above.

Outreach Team:

The Outreach Team has agreed on the development of a strategy for the coming year. Further information for anyone interesting in participating in the team can be obtained from Janet Crawford.

Pastoral Visiting Team:

It is intended to further develop the existing Pastoral Visiting Team. The purpose of the team is to help the Ministry Team with visiting the elderly and housebound members of the congregation. This is an important ministry in the life and fellowship of Camelon Parish Church, particularly as the numbers of people on the list makes it impossible for the Ministry team to make regular visits. Training and guidance will be given to those wishing to become visitors. Further information is available from Margaret Corrie.

Kirk Session:

The Kirk Session meets at 7.00 p.m. on Tuesday 9th September in the Dorrator Road Hall.

YCP:

Our Youth Group YCP (Young Camelon Parish) meets on Sundays in the Brown Street hall at 6.30 p.m. until approximately 8.00 p.m. All youngsters who are in primaries 5 to 7 are most welcome. During each meeting the Group will decide what it will do at the following meeting. Sometimes, the activity decided upon will mean that we need to meet at a different time or venue.

Lokk out here for information on the Autumn2008 session! The photographs below show some of those who attended the session closing barbecue.

For up to date information on our activities please contact the Webmaster.

Worshippers on the First Sunday in Advent were greeted by the church Christmas decorations shown

in the photograph above. The tree and all the other seasonal material that was installed

was the work of members of our Youth Group, Young Camelon Parish

1st Camelon Brownies

First Camelon Brownies consists of an enthusiastic group of girls who always open their meetings by dancing round their toadstool and singing their "Six Songs". After this they usually play a game or two and then carry out their evening's activity. The girls usually have a variety of things to do such as craft activities, involving making something to take home, producing posters for the notice board in the hall, working towards one of many Brownie Badges or raising money for their chosen charity. Over the last few years they have supported "Children with Leukemia", sponsored a guide dog puppy (called Amber), raised money for the SSPCA and this year, (after a secret ballot) C.H.A.S. by taking part in "Rachel and Robin's Big Read.". At the end of the night, just before they go home, they always sing"Brownie Bells".

The first badge that a girl takes is her Promise Badge and this is when she becomes a "proper" Brownie. During the course of a year, girls work towards a number of other Brownie Badges that they are awarded as they complete the various tasks involved in gaining each one.

A number of our girls attended the annual Thinking Day event on February 22nd (this is where we think about Brownies all over the world). This will help complete their "World Culture Badges" which they have been working towards for the last few weeks.

First Camelon Brownies meet most Mondays (not during school holidays) from 6.30 to 7.45 p.m. at the Camelon Parish Church Brown Street Halls. It is open to all girls aged 7,8 and 9. Unfortunately, at the moment we do have a waiting list but there are waiting list forms available. If you wish one then please email your name and address to brownowl@camelonparishchurch.co.uk and I will post one to you. If your daughter is aged 10 years or more and wishes to attend a Guide Unit, please email me and I will try to put you in touch with someone who can help.

Brown Owl February 2008

The Guild

Margaret Sneddon writes:

As we end our Summer break and offer you the programme for Autumn 2008 that is set out below. We look forward to seeing old and new friends at our meetings that are held in the Dorrator Road Hall on Monday evenings, commencing at 7.30 pm. Anyone with an interest in the Guild or suggestions for inclusion in the programme should contact myself or any Guild member. You can also contact me by e-mail through the Webmaster.

Autumn 2008 Programme:

October 6th Salvation Army Singers

October 13th Grant Millard "An Evacuee from London"

October 20th Police

October 27th Jill Buchanan from the Falkirk Herald

November 3rd Morag Macaulay Falkirk -Citizens Advice Bureau

November 10th Soroptomists

November 17th Street Wardens

November 24th Craft Night

December 1st J Reid - Allandale Pipers

Summer Outing:

45 Guild members and their friends enjoyed the evening guided tour of Glasgow and the supper that followed. Despite most people believing themselves familiar with Glasgow the guide showed them features of the city that many had been unaware of. Everyone who came along voted the evening a great success.

The Tuesday Fellowship:

Georgie writes:

The Tuesday Fellowship has gone from strength to strength since it started In September 2003. It meets at 2.00p.m. (unless otherwise indicated) on alternate Tuesdays in the Brown Street Halls. The Fellowship resumes in the Brown Street hall at 2.00 p.m on Tuesday September 18th. Details of the 2007-08 session, including the popular Wednesday Theatre Outings, are set out below. Unless otherwise indicated, meetings start at 2.00 pm. For further information contact Georgie Murray on 01324 620739 or e-mail the Webmaster.