Scotland

During the last full week in January, the assembly at Maryhill Gospel Hall, Glasgow hosted the Bible Experience Exhibition, organised by Gordon McCracken. Many children and adults came or were brought to see it during the week. Participation was very good, and much interest was shown. On four evenings of the following week, Gordon gave short Gospel talks based on themes of current interest using multimedia presentations. The titles were A Soul Connected, A Friend Devoted, A Life Recorded and A Search Concluded. Pray that those who attended any of these events over the two weeks will truly find the Saviour for themselves.

Along with this, we do well to pray that the Lord will bless His Word faithfully preached weekly in thousands of places throughout our land. Regrettably, audiences containing substantial numbers of unsaved people are rather few. So, remember tract distribution which reaches many people in their homes and on the streets, the display of Bible texts in public places where many can read them, Postal Bible School work which continues steadily to reach young and old, and internet websites, which have the potential to reach large numbers of people worldwide, as well as local seekers who prefer to remain hidden. Scripture encourages us to remain zealous with this text: “Blessed are ye that sow beside all waters ...” (Isa 32.20).

England

Weymouth: “It is with a heavy heart that I announce the recent closure of the testimony at Bethany Hall, Westham Road, Weymouth, Dorset”, writes brother Alan Tune. See Notices on page 34.

Northern Ireland

CO ANTRIM

Ballymena (Cambridge Avenue): The Hall was packed for the annual Last Meeting of the Year on 31st December, and the simple message was given by D Gilliland, with special reference to 2017. The ministry was enjoyed by all who attended, and the interest was as great as ever with many visitors present. To God be the glory.

Ballywatermoy: S Gilfillan was with the assembly for ministry in January. Our brother gave some very encouraging teaching from the life of Elisha. The meetings were well attended.

Bushmills: Gospel Meetings are continuing with A Steele and G Woods, and the Lord has been pleased to bless. Please continue to pray with interest.

Glengormley: A Colgan conducted five nights of practical and very challenging ministry in mid-January. The meetings were well attended by the assembly and supported by visitors from neighbouring assemblies. The subject, ‘Rapture and Review’, was developed very helpfully each night.

Sandringham: The end of year Ministry Meeting was well attended, and profitable ministry was given by the visiting speakers, B Eadie and E Fairfield. Those present were challenged and encouraged by good words spoken. We are grateful for the many local assemblies that supported us, and trust all will be blessed.

CO ARMAGH

Armagh: Gospel Meetings are continuing with blessing in salvation. Speakers: S Gilfillan and D Strahan.

CO DOWN

Ballyhay: A Davidson and M Hunter have commenced Gospel Meetings with the assembly.

Ballymagarrick: In early January the assembly enjoyed, and was greatly encouraged by, a week of Ministry Meetings with J Fleck, considering the Lord Jesus as the great Lamb of sacrifice. The ministry was both practical and Christ-exalting, and large numbers gathered nightly.

Bangor: Central Hall. J Hay had five nights of most uplifting ministry on some references to Christ in Isaiah.

Bangor: Ebenezer. Gospel Meetings conducted by T Armstrong and W Martin are being held in Clandeboye Primary School. Interest and attendance have been encouraging, with blessing in salvation.

Belfast: The Conveners were encouraged by good attendance at all sessions in the revised, one-day format for the Belfast Christmas Conference. The Bible Readings on 1 John chapters 1 and 2 were ably led by W Martin and P Coulson, with many helpful contributions from other brethren. Varied, challenging, topical and practical ministry was given in the evening session. God was honoured and the saints blessed.

Dromore: Gospel Meetings conducted by A Nesbitt and T Wright have commenced, with good initial attendance.

Growell: L Craig had four nights of excellent ministry on Elijah.

Kilkeel: Mountain Road. J Armstrong was with the assembly for three nights. On 25th January he spoke on ‘Guidance in Life’s Storms’, on 26th January ‘Guidance in Life’s Service’, and on 27th January he gave a report on his work for the Lord in Brazil.

Newry: J Fleck and J Rogers have commenced Gospel Meetings with the assembly, with a very encouraging initial local response.

Newtownbreda: A busy, enjoyable and profitable week in January was held with Bible Exhibition Scotland. Over 500 children attended, with their teachers, from eight local schools. Other children attended in the evenings. Local brethren are following up with school assemblies and awards presentations.

CO TYRONE

Dungannon: Gospel Hall. The believers were greatly encouraged by a week of Children’s Meetings conducted by Robert Plant. We look to the Lord for blessing following the teaching of God’s Word, which was broken down into interesting and understandable sections for boys and girls.

CO LONDONDERRY

Bellaghy: The assembly enjoyed having B Watterson on 19th January, and the interesting report that he gave of the Lord’s work in Brazil.

Limavady: D Gilliland and J Hay have been preaching in the Town Hall in Limavady since 22nd January. A few townspeople have heard the Gospel. Please pray.