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Christ the King Weekend 2009

And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way. Ephesians 1:22-23

There's way too much going on right now. Been busy today getting ready for the weekend/next year which is naughty given that today is meant to be a day off. I'll make up for it next week. I applied to become a postman today. Don't panic, I'm not giving up. It's not for me, but for GV Boy. One question they asked was about what you'd do if it was going to take longer than you were contracted for to complete a piece of work. The right answer was to complete the work, rather than work to rule. Go the extra mile and all that. Ministry is about that kind of thing too.

Tomorrow is the meeting of the Scottish Episcopal Evangelical Fellowship at Letham St Mark's Church of Scotland in Perth. It's going to be a good turnout, with lots of lay people (not so many stipendiary clergy - many of us tend to avoid Saturday conferences). We'll have a little episcopal input in the afternoon, after I've delivered some words on spiritual warfare and the tough ministry which Charles Simeon endured. Prayers for the Revd Canon Ian Ferguson (aka "The Wee Dalek") who was meant to talk in the morning but who is unwell. We'll get to pray for one another too. I have a sense that many people are feeling the burn right now.

Sunday sees us focus on "Servant Saints", as our wills get all stirred up. We'll also be encouraging people to keep the Building for the Future project in mind for their giving and prayers.

Today, my tickets for the December 9th gig of Florence and the Machine arrived. That will be the third time of seeing them this year. I'm not obsessed, honestly.

In the words of her latest single (originally by Candi Staton, but the best version until now was the remix with The Source):

Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
I know I can count on you
Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord, I just don't care"
But you've got the love I need To see me through

Sometimes it seems that the going is just too rough
And things go wrong no matter what I do
Now and then it seems that life is just too much
But you've got the love I need to see me through

When food is gone you are my daily meal
When friends are gone I know my Saviour's love is real
Your love is real.

The Wee Jig

Beat Attitude (who you may remember plays in The Jiggers Ceilidh Band ) has asked for my blog-help recruiting dancers to help the band make a video this Saturday evening.

 The “secret” free event entitled The Wee Jig is being held in an undisclosed location, somewhere in Woodlands in Glasgow. Hmm I wonder where that could possibly be? Anyone looking for a wee impromptu jig aboot (no experience necessary, we are assured) should be available from 7.30 until 10.00 on Saturday night, and contact Greg on 0141 419 9558 or email via the Jiggers website for details.

 

Wesley Owen Glasgow

We need to pray for IBS-STL (owner of Wesley Owen Books and Music) and those who work for them.

Over the years the Christian bookshops in Glasgow have had their ups and downs, with some closing or moving location. I was involved in a small campaign to keep one open. That cause was lost, but the shop concerned had its ministry picked up by Wesley Owen, and I was asked to pray a blessing on that work. To lose Wesley Owen would be terrible for the employees and a great loss to the Church in the city. I'm making a note to myself to shop there as much as I can in the run up to Christmas. Good sales will make the chain attractive to a buyer. Why not join me in that effort?

Help the Aging

About 4pm yesterday, I was feeling a little tired,  so I had a wee lie down on the bed, which promptly sent me to sleep. I awoke to the phone ringing. I looked at the clock which read 4.45pm. I answered the call. It was a friend of GV Boy's, who must now think I have lost it completely, because this is what I said:

Me - "It's quarter to five in the morning. What are you doing on the phone at this time in the morning?".

Friend - "Er, it's quarter to five in the evening!"

Me- "How right you are. Sorry."

It's strange feeling adrift and unsure of time or place.

Thankfully the "Deeper" evening service brought me back to reality.