Notices
Weekly Notices
MIDWEEK REFLECTION
Dear Church Family,
Reflection – Acts 3:19
“Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord.” (Acts 3:19)
Peter’s words in Acts 3 come immediately after the healing of a man who had been unable to walk since birth. The crowd is amazed by the miracle, but Peter directs their attention away from the miracle itself and toward the God who makes new life possible. His invitation is simple yet profound: repent and turn to God.
Repentance is often misunderstood as merely feeling sorry for our mistakes. In Scripture, however, repentance means a change of direction, a turning away from sin and a turning toward God. It is not simply about looking back with regret; it is about moving forward in faith.
What is remarkable in this verse is the promise attached to repentance. Peter speaks of sins being “wiped out,” an image of complete forgiveness and restoration. God does not merely cover over our failures; He removes them through His grace. Along with forgiveness comes “times of refreshing.” The Lord offers renewal for weary hearts, strength for those who feel burdened, and hope for those who have lost their way.
As we move through this week, Acts 3:19 invites us to examine our hearts. Are there attitudes, habits, or worries that we need to place before God? Where might He be calling us to turn more fully toward Him? The good news of the gospel is that every step toward God is met by His mercy and grace.
May we experience a fresh forgiveness, renewal, and refreshing presence of the Lord in the days ahead.
Prayer:
Gracious God, thank You for Your promise of forgiveness and renewal. Help us to turn away from all that separates us from You and to walk more closely in Your ways. Refresh our hearts with Your presence and fill us with the hope and joy that come from knowing You through our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.
Gracious God, thank You for Your promise of forgiveness and renewal. Help us to turn away from all that separates us from You and to walk more closely in Your ways. Refresh our hearts with Your presence and fill us with the hope and joy that come from knowing You through our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.
Cleopas Takavada (Minister-in-charge)
GATHERED SUNDAY SERVICES
This coming Sunday we will gather for worship in two locations:
-Lybster Church: 10:30am -11:30am
-Argyle Square Church in Wick 12:00noon -1:00pm
Everyone is welcome to join us as we gather to worship, pray and hear God’s Word together. This Sunday we will read from Acts 3:1-19 as we think about God’s delays which are meant for a greater display of His glory. We will consider the case of a man whom Jesus did not heal during His earthly ministry.
UBUNTU PRAISE TEAM (from the African philosophy, “I am because we are”)
We are pleased by the continuous growth of our new praise team-UBUNTU PRAISE TEAM as new members are joining. This coming Saturday, rehearsals will be at 2pm in our Argyle Square Church in Wick. The team is currently looking for guitarists, drummers and those who can play other musical instruments to join and be part of worship across Caithness. If you are interested, please do come along or get in touch with the minister on 07778220452 or 01955 928906.
PULTENEY HOUSE SUNDAY SERVICE
Our next Sunday Service at Pulteney House will be at 3pm on Sunday the 14th of June 2026. You are all welcome to join us.
SUNDAY EVENING SERVICE
There will be NO Sunday Evening service this coming Sunday the 14th of June.
CAFÉ CHURCH SERVICE
The date for our next Café’ Church will be communicated in due course. The Café’ Church that was supposed to be held on the 28th of June has been cancelled.
SUNDAY AFTER SERVICE LUNCH FELLOWSHIP
The next after service lunch fellowship will be on the 2nd of August 2026. Please note that there will be no after service lunch in July.
COFFEE CLUB
This continues every Wednesday at Argyle Square Church from 10am to 12 noon.
GROWING TOGETHER BIBLE STUDY- “A DEEPER DIVE”
Our Wednesday night Bible Study Group—Growing Together— is now in an exciting new season. Our time together is now a “deeper dive” into the previous Sunday’s message. This is now a space to reflect more fully, ask questions, share insights, and explore how God’s Word speaks into our lives with greater depth and clarity.
Whether you have been part of the group before or are thinking of coming along for the first time, you are warmly invited. No prior attendance is needed, just bring your Bible, your thoughts, and a willingness to grow together in Christ.
We meet every Wednesday from 7:00–9:00pm in the upstairs lounge at Argyle Square Church in Wick.
If you have ever found yourself wishing for more time to unpack a sermon, or if you simply enjoy learning in community, this is a great opportunity to engage more deeply with Scripture.
We would love to see you there!
THE FORGE (MEN’S FELLOWSHIP)
Continues every MONDAY at 7pm to 9pm in the Coffee Area at our Argyle Square Church.
SUPER CLUB (FOR CHILDREN OF PRIMARY SCHOOL AGE)
Super club is usually on every Thursday from 3:30 to 5pm in the upstairs lounge at Argyle Square Church. Fun, craft, Bible stories and games.
KNIT AND NATTER
Please note that Knit and Natter has since been closed for summer. Communication for the resumption of the fellowship will be made in due course.
WALKING GROUP.
Another block of walking will start again sometime in June and will be announced in due course.
CHURCH BARBEQUE IN ARGYLE SQUARE
We are all invited to a Church Barbeque this Sunday the 14th of June 2026. The BBQ is being hosted by the Baptist Church, and we can join the fellowship soon after our Church Service in Argyle Square.
LYBSTER ATTRACTIONS THIS WEEK
Please come and join in these events in our Lybster Church this week:
JUST A BUNCH OF SINGERS (JABOS MUSIC GROUP)
This is meeting again in our Lybster Church this coming Monday from 7:30 to 8:30pm to enjoy hymns and other songs.
BISCUIT AND BLETHER
This continues every Tuesday in the Lybster Church Hall from 1pm to 3pm. Come, sit and chat over a cuppa.
KNIT AND NATTER
This takes place every Wednesday from 2pm to 4pm in the Lybster Church Hall. Enjoy company as you knit and sew with refreshments too.
FRIDAY CLUB
All primary school age children are welcome for games, Bibles stories, songs and fun from 6:30pm 7:30 pm in the Lybster Church Hall.
SUNDAY CLUB
All young people of High School and Primary 7 age come for games, snacks and explore your thoughts, talk and share.
HOLIDAY CLUB 2026 – SAVE THE DATE!
We are delighted to announce that East Caithness Church will be holding a Holiday Club from Monday the 10th of August to Sunday 16th August in our Argyle Square Church, Wick.
We would love to invite children to come along for a fun-filled week of Bible stories, games, crafts, songs, activities, and friendship.
We are also looking for volunteer leaders and helpers to be part of the team for the week. Whether you can help throughout the week or in a smaller way, your support would be greatly appreciated.
Please keep the dates free and pray for the preparations already underway.
More details about registration, volunteering, times, and other arrangements will be shared in due course.
KIRK SESSION MEETING
There will be a Kirk Session Meeting this Thursday the 11th of June 2026 from 7pm to 9pm in the Argyle Square Church Old Hall.
PASTORAL CARE ISSUES
Please also make sure that you inform the minister of any pastoral matters or concerns so that appropriate support and prayers can be offered.
EVERY BLESSING-CLEOPAS TAKAVADA (07778220452).