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A reminder that this Sunday morning sees the start of joint Summer Worship for the congregations.
All the joint services throughout July and August will start at 10am.
Services in July will be held at West Kirk.
Services in August will be held at Polbeth Harwood Church.
Crucial carriageway resurfacing works on the busy A71 West Calder to Polbeth road are due to start on Monday 1 July 2013.
The major project is expected to be completed on Friday 2 August and disruption to motorists is inevitable. Motorists are being advised that the road will be closed for the duration of the works and diversions will be in place. Pedestrians will not be affected.
The Council’s public transport team have worked with local bus service providers to ensure services continue with minimum disruption. Passengers shouldn’t have to walk any further distance to access a bus as a result of the resurfacing.
For more information on the project, including diversion maps and information on public transport visit the Council's website.
"Hullo again”, in the words of the Reverend I M Jolly.
I cannot help but laugh every time I think of Rikki Fulton and his portrayal of a reverend that can be so typical of some minsters. A good burst of laughter is such a great stress reliever!
There are many times in my day where I cannot help but laugh either at myself or because of the things that people tell me about life and things that have happened. I attended a conference recently which was quite serious but then someone made a remark that really relieved the tension in the whole room when everyone just started laughing. He said that when he walks into some church buildings, he loses his will to live!
I think we can do with more laughter around without seeming shallow or ignoring reality. There is indeed “a time to laugh and a time to weep” according to Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
This text is all about life and God’s control of time. The function of this section is to call us to a view of God’s sovereignty which both reassures and yet sobers the reader. It reassures because of God’s control; yet it sobers because God’s control remains mysterious. There is purposefulness in life because of God’s oversight of its seasons. Time means here an ‘occasion’ or ‘season’; and an activity could be translated ‘purpose’ and pinpoints what one wishes to do.
Life is composed of joy and sorrow; building and destroying; and living and dying. Each comes at the proper time. We are in God’s hands. It is only when death comes knocking on our doors that we realize how mortal and finite we are. It is then that we have to confess that God is the creator of heaven, earth and time. It is only He who will decide when our final hour comes.
But God is also a God of mercy and love. He knew that human beings would never find happiness and fulfillment in life without His help and guidance. Through Jesus Christ He made sure that everyone who believes in Him will not die but have eternal life with him forever and ever.
There is indeed a time to enjoy life; to value time with family; and appreciate the summer. We must make the most of every moment so that when the hard times do appear, we can face them without sorrow, bitterness or guilt.
So when we cry, may we use all our vocal cords to express our sorrow and sense of loss, and when we laugh, may we do it with everyone around us!
All my blessings and a Blessèd summer,
André
"Showstoppers" Holiday Club - Secure your place now!
The launch date of our action packed show is now fast approaching so make sure you don't miss out on our first ever holiday club.
Register before you go off on holiday as numbers are limited.
Registration forms and post boxes are available in both Polbeth Harwood, The West Kirk and West Calder library, or you can download one direct from our web page below.
A great theatrical event awaits for all children of primary school age!
This Saturday not only sees the beginning of June, but is the last candy bar before the summer break.
Traditionally, this candy bar serves a buffet lunch in addition to the regular morning coffee and stalls.
So if you're hurrying off to another event eg the local Gala Day, but are looking for a quick but satisfying lunch without the hassle of preparing it yourself, why not pop in and enjoy the food and some fellowship.
Sunday 16 June is our closing service at Sunday Club. A special day for the children who have been able to join us throughout the past year.
The minister will present the children with a book and those leaving us to move on up to secondary school after the summer holiday's will be presented with a Bible.
Our annual family picnic follows the service when we will meet in Polkemmet Park at noon.
Children of all ages.... young and old are invited to join us at the park, please bring your own picnic lunch please note there is a cafe within the park.
After lunch we will have some fun novelty races and there will also be a short treasure hunt for anyone who wishes to take part. All Sunday Club children will be treated to a visit to the Scottish Owl Centre in the park. More information about the centre can be found here.
Hope you can join us!
Only 72 days to go .........
The big count down is under way to an action packed week for primary school age children this summer in Polbeth Harwood Church!
During the week, planned workshops will provide the children with the opportunity to explore exciting bible stories through creative media, messy challenges, whacky games and colourful crafts. Singing, aerobics, jokes the list goes on and on.....a must this summer!
Our daily drama introduces the children to a variety of characters such as; Malcolm Muddle the producer, Petula Plie a feisty French dance teacher and Lisa Lipstick the cosmetic technician! ….will they manage to save the failing theatre?? The daily drama is a favorite part of the day for the children, It connects to the daily theme, providing comedy and laughs for all.
Numbers are limited so, to avoid disappointment please ensure you register your child soon!
Registration forms are available from 2 June in both Churches or in West Calder Library.
SHOWSTOPPERS – Monday 5 – Friday 9 August, 10 am – 12.30 pm
