Welcome

Last Sunday the all age talk was about second chances.  

Anna, and Alexander made a tower of paper cups and achieved a height of 7 cups.
Donald was volunteered to help but the maximum height achieved stayed the same.
Later whilst the youngsters were in Sunday school  they tried again.
Anna had another go and achieved a mighty tower of 11 cups.
Well done Anna!

Also last Sunday we met for tea and coffee in the Dorothy Lloyd room. 
Mike blessed the space and we all admired the difference in this room.
A huge thank you to everyone involved in this project. 

We are fortunate because there are people who quietly go around the church and grounds getting things done. I have noticed the clothing bin is now much more visible, the leaves have been swept from the carpark, hedges have been trimmed, the drain next to the garage was cleared and probably much more. It all adds up to the smooth running of our church and is much appreciated by everyone.
The practicalities of our grounds and buildings take a lot of upkeep but everyone can play a part.

If you see an area that could use TLC please say something. An offer to manage or actively smarten up an area will always be accepted.

When we look at the big picture we can often feel overwhelmed and may even be tempted to give up, but if we do what we can when we can, in small manageable chunks, we will get there.

Let us all try and support each other in whatever we do. Let's be positive and work towards serving our Lord and Saviour in all aspects of our lives. Giving God the glory for all he has done for us.

Denise

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New Members

Over the last few months we have had 2 new members join our congregation at Maxwell, Alyson and Jan.
We welcome you both and look forward to getting to know you better over coffee or tea after the service, each week.
 

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Refurbishment

WORK PARTY'S

As there are a number of areas requiring a little TLC it would be good if any one / family adopted a room or small project. 

There is also a need for a larger work party to tackle larger projects like the toilet in the sanctuary and surrounding areas etc. 
First come... as the saying goes. So speak to Sandy if you wish to work on a particular room / area please.
 

Sandy

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Blythswood Boxes

We have been overwhelmed by the generosity of folks in our congregation and beyond throughout the year.
Blythswood has been supported in so many ways - empty shoe boxes, knitting and craft groups, box covering, numerous donations of toiletries, support by buying jams and cards, financial donations for fillers and many more.

Lynnette, Karen, their families and friends even hosted a "Blythswood Party" where they supplied fillers and filled numerous boxes in memory of their beloved parents.

  

Wrapping the boxes seems to have been undertaken by the men, fillers were bought and fun and fellowship followed. 

We have already filled 500 boxes and these were uplifted earlier this week on the first stage of the journey to Ukraine.
A group of us filled these boxes throughout the year and it's given us a great start!

 

THANKS

A big thank you to the group of men who cleared the garage this week so we could have somewhere to store the boxes once delivered and the cartons for uplift prior to going to Ukraine.
You have done a sterling job and it is much appreciated.
 

START DATE FOR CHECKING BOXES 

WEDNESDAY 29 OCTOBER

TIME: 9.30AM to 3.30PM in the side room of the garage.

Just come along and knock firmly on the side door or on the shutters of the garage.
You will be warmly welcomed.

We will be checking and adding Christian literature. 

Please come and volunteer, even if it's just for an hour.
The chat is good and the coffee/tea and biscuits even better.


Lesley and Denise

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Castle Cafe 

The next meeting will be held on   

Thursday 30th October at 2.30 pm. in the Dorothy Lloyd  Room.

It's a great way to get to know members of our Church family and to strengthen relationships.

We meet weekly mostly for chat, a catch up

Everyone is welcome so please come along and enjoy the chat and a cuppa

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Flower Rota 

OCTOBER
SUNDAY 26th   Liz G,

NOVEMBER
SUNDAY 2nd     Myra
SUNDAY 9th      Lorna
SUNDAY 16th    Pamela 
SUNDAY 23rd    Kirsteen
SUNDAY 30th    Mary McL  

Should something crop up you can always change with someone.

Liz Gillis. 

 

Clothes Recycling Bin 

The clothing recycling bin was emptied this week.

Thank you so much for continuing to recycle clothes, pairs of shoes, towels, bedding linens, curtains etc.

261 Kg was uplifted and the church  finances will benefit.

Place the clothes in a carrier bag, tie it securely and place in the recycling bin.

If the clothes can be reused they are passed on but even worn out/ torn items have a value.

Charity shops really only use clothes that are in season but the recycling bin takes all clothes at all times.

Denise
 

PRAYER GROUP  

The prayer group meets in the Dorothy Lloyd Room every Wednesday at 7.30 pm. and all are welcome. You may pray aloud or in silence.
"Where two or three gather in my name there am I with them" Matthew 18:20

"If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from Heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. Now my eyes will be open and my ears attentive to the prayers offered in this place."

Sandy L.

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Door Rota

26th OCTOBER   - Myra and Margaret   
 
2nd NOVEMBER - Alison and Raymond
9th  NOVEMBER - Lorna and Sheona
16th NOVEMBER - Ann and Martin
23rd NOVEMBER- Donald and Craig
30th NOVEMBER - May and Ken






 

Tea and Coffee Rota

2025
OCTOBER
SUNDAY 26th - Liz G.

NOVEMBER
SUNDAY 2nd - Sheila, Craig, Lesley
SUNDAY 9th - Janette, Margaret C. Ann M
SUNDAY 16th - Marlene, Christine L. Myra
SUNDAY 23rd - Sheona K. May and Ken
SUNDAY 30th - Dave McL. Craig, Sheila

Thank you all for your time and helping out with our rota, this is a cherished part of our church experience and it wouldn’t be possible without your contributions.

Also, a gentle reminder, if possible please bring your own cup! As we are really trying to become greener ~ thank you!

Thank you
Shona L and Lorna McN

Maxwell Pray Now Group Pray Now is a WhatsApp group for Maxwell members

This group sends out occasional requests for prayer. In particular those which might be regarding things more acute or immediate. At present there are 17 of us who, when we receive a request for prayer, stop what we are doing and pray for whatever has been asked.

Are you on the Pray Now WhatsApp Group? If you want to be added to the group to receive prayer news then simply ask Denise and she will add your number to the list.

If you have a matter that you would like to be prayed about in this way, you can contact Denise and she will organise for news to be sent out.

Getting To Church  

Should anyone require a lift to Maxwell Mearns Castle Church or to the Castle Cafe, then please do let us know.
If you are willing and able to offer a lift please speak  Denise or
Please email: office@maxwellmearns.org

Safeguarding At Maxwell Mearns 

Safeguarding – Ensuring a Safe Church for All 

If you suspect or witness harm or abuse, or it is reported to you, you must immediately report it to one of the Safeguarding Coordinators:

Andy Sinclair
Tel:  07834 805 023

May Walker
email: safeguarding@maxwellmearns.org