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2024

SEPTEMBER
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Spiritual Convocation

From 7 to 9 September, thanks to God’s guidance that a Spiritual Convocation was held with the theme “Separate Ourselves for Holiness” based on Leviticus 20:26. The speakers were the UKGA preachers, Preacher FF Chong and Preacher Steven Shek. This was the first time that we began our Spiritual Convocation on the Sabbath day. There were over 200 members in attendance, including brethren from other UK churches. May God remember the love of the brothers and sisters for their sacrifice and contribution during the three days of the event.

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Religious Education End of Year Service

On 1 September, Edinburgh Church held its annual Religious Education End of Year Service, where students, teachers, parents and members joined to listen to words of encouragement. A teacher also reflected on her experience on helping at the National Student Spiritual Convocation this year. Thank God, the class presentations demonstrated the students’ growth in their faith and their learning about the words of God, through hymns of praise, student sharing and also a play about Queen Esther.

AUGUST
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Baptism

On 3 August, thanks to God’s wonderful grace on the Sabbath morning, Brother Layton Ho, Sister Lana Shek and Sister Elowyn Shek were baptised at Joppa beach in Edinburgh. The baptism was conducted by Preacher Joseph Shek and Deacon Ling Tao Shek. A number of our members also attended to sing hymns and praise. Thank God for guiding the baptism so that it went smoothly.

JULY
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National Student Spiritual Convocation

From 28 July to 1 August, Edinburgh Church hosted the annual National Student Spiritual Convocation for the Junior Youth Class. A group of 66 students attended from across the country and also from Ireland and Continental Europe. Thank God for a rich and edifying experience for both the students as well as team leaders who took their time out to help with the event.

JUNE
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Religious Education Activity Day

On 9 June, thanks be to God that our Religious Education (RE) Department had the first RE trip since the pandemic. Over 60 students and teachers had a fun-filled day, appreciating the wonder of God’s creation at Yellowcraig Beach on Sunday. Despite the initial weather forecast of rain, God blessed us with a warm and dry day.

Gospel Open Day

On 2 June, we held a Gospel Open Day where we welcomed first-time and returning friends who came to learn more about our basic beliefs, including Water Baptism, Holy Spirit and Sabbath Day. May God continue guiding them in their search for the truth so that they can taste the wonderful salvation and eternal hope promised to us all.

APRIL
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National RE Teacher Training Seminar

From 19 to 21 April, this annual event was held with the theme “Be a Tree Planted by the Rivers of Water”. It was led by Preacher Steven Shek, Preacher Daniel Liew, Deacon Nehemiah Zhou and Sister Mimintha Li-Parrett. There was a combination of sessions relating to spiritual cultivation, doctrines and practical skills as well as a fellowship. 54 religious education teachers and trainees attended the seminar.

MARCH
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National Married Couples Fellowship

On 10 and 11 March, the event was held at Edinburgh Church this year. It was led by Preacher Johnny Liu with the theme “A Life of Spiritual Cultivation as a Couple”. Over 90 couples participated in this two-day national event, reflecting on the true essence of marriage from biblical teachings and having fellowship together through various discussions and activities.

FEBRUARY
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Sisters Fellowship

On 25 February, our sisters gathered at our dining hall to learn and make various desserts. Brothers and children were also welcomed to join afterwards to enjoy the delicious food and take the opportunity to have fellowship together. Everyone spent a joyful afternoon in the Lord.

JANUARY
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New Year’s Thanksgiving Service

On 1 January, we started the year with a Thanksgiving Service, praising God with our voices and hearts for His blessings and guidance throughout the past year. With renewed determination, we ask the Lord to lead us into a new year filled with hope and opportunity to spread His gospel afar and to continue guiding His church.