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		<title>NP Connect</title>
		<description>We Connect the North Of Scotland With The Gospel Of Jesus. </description>
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			<title>A new website for Rosskeen Free Church</title>
						<description><![CDATA[www.rosskeenfreechurch.co.ukRosskeen Free Church is a welcoming church for all ages, located in Easter Ross, between Alness and Invergordon. Their vision is to be a community that loves God, loves one another, and loves our community. They strive to be a church that seeks after the Lord.Whether you are seeking a new church home, just visiting, or curious about life’s big questions, you are warmly ...]]></description>
			<link>https://www.npconnect.co.uk/blog/2024/04/24/a-new-website-for-rosskeen-free-church</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2024 08:20:18 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="1" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">www.rosskeenfreechurch.co.uk<br><br>Rosskeen Free Church is a welcoming church for all ages, located in Easter Ross, between Alness and Invergordon. Their vision is to be a community that loves God, loves one another, and loves our community. They strive to be a church that seeks after the Lord.<br><br>Whether you are seeking a new church home, just visiting, or curious about life’s big questions, you are warmly invited to join them - Check out their new website. Rosskeen also livestream their services on Youtube check them out at: https://www.youtube.com/@RosskeenFreeChurch/featured</div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>A New Fellowship For Senior Citizens For 2024</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Type your new text here.  Are you a senior citizen seeking fellowship and good conversation? The "Silver Strands" fellowship is a new gathering starting in 2024, offering you a chance to enjoy talks and testimonies within a Christian setting.Here's what "Silver Strands" offers:Fellowship and Conversation: Each meeting gives you the opportunity to hear a talk or testimony and enjoy a chat over a cu...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 10:08:32 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="3" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Type your new text here.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="1" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/P6W47R/assets/images/14159426_720x1008_500.jpg);"  data-source="P6W47R/assets/images/14159426_720x1008_2500.jpg"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/P6W47R/assets/images/14159426_720x1008_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="2" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">&nbsp;Are you a senior citizen seeking fellowship and good conversation? The "Silver Strands" fellowship is a new gathering starting in 2024, offering you a chance to enjoy talks and testimonies within a Christian setting.<br><br>Here's what "Silver Strands" offers:<br><br>Fellowship and Conversation: Each meeting gives you the opportunity to hear a talk or testimony and enjoy a chat over a cup of tea. It's a welcoming space to meet peers and engage in enriching conversations.<br><br>Dates for the Year:** The fellowship meets on Fridays from 2 pm to 3 pm on the following dates:<br>- 26 January<br>- 23 February<br>- 29 March<br>- 26 April<br>- 31 May<br>- 27 September<br>- 25 October<br>- 29 November<br><br>Location: All meetings are held at Thurso Free Church in the hall, situated at Millbank Road, KW14 8PS.<br><br>The "Silver Strands" fellowship is an initiative of Thurso and North Coast Free Church,</div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Year In Review</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Northern Presbytery: 2023 Year in ReviewA Year of Community Engagement, Growth, and ServiceAs we close another year, the Northern Presbytery, encompassing congregations from Rosskeen to Wick, has experienced a dynamic period of community engagement, and meaningful activities. Here's a look back at the key events and milestones that shaped our year.Festive Celebrations and Community ActivitiesChris...]]></description>
			<link>https://www.npconnect.co.uk/blog/2024/01/11/year-in-review</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 08:39:54 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="1" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><b>Northern Presbytery: 2023 Year in Review</b><br><b>A Year of Community Engagement, Growth, and Service</b><br><br>As we close another year, the Northern Presbytery, encompassing congregations from Rosskeen to Wick, has experienced a dynamic period of community engagement, and meaningful activities. Here's a look back at the key events and milestones that shaped the last &nbsp;year.<br><br><b>Festive Celebrations and Community Activities</b><br><b>Christmas Events</b> Churches like Tain and Fearn Free Church hosted 'Christmas Unwrapped' events, while Capstone Christian Centre held its first 'Cafe Noel' event. Carol services were held across the Presbytery, bringing together congregations in celebration.<br><b>Regular Activities:</b> Throughout the year, our churches organized coffee mornings, fundraising events, and quiz nights, fostering a sense of community and engagement.<br><br><b>Outreach and Service</b><br><b>Holiday Clubs</b> Many churches, including Dornoch and Helmsdale Free Church, hosted holiday clubs during the summer, providing activities and support for children and families.<br><b>Warm Spaces</b> In response to the cost of living crisis, our churches offered warm spaces during winter, extending support to those affected by the crisis.<br><b>Fundraisers</b> Events like the Golspie Free Church Baking Fundraiser were held, supporting various missionary endeavors and community causes.<br><br><b>Leadership and Worship</b><br><b>Rev Jerry Taylor's Induction</b><br>December 2022 saw Rev Jerry Taylor begin his ministry in Thurso, bringing new leadership to Thurso &amp; North Coast in 2023.<br><b>Bettyhill Services</b>: After several years, Thurso &amp; North Coast Free Church resumed monthly Sunday services at Bettyhill, reconnecting the community in worship.<br><br><b>Celebrations and Milestones</b><br><b>30 Years of Ministry</b> A significant celebration was held for Howard &amp; Christine, marking 30 years of their ministry in Castletown.<br><b>Church Growth:&nbsp;</b>The Capstone Community Church, a plant from NP Connect, saw remarkable growth, expanding from a core team of 10 people in January to 70 regular attendees by the end of the year with many new people responding to the Gospel and seeking to know Jesus.<br><br><b>Digital Innovation</b><br>The launch of the NP Connect website and app in February marked a significant step in digital outreach, attracting over 3500 users by December and enhancing gospel connections via digital media across the Globe <br><br><b>Looking Forward</b><br>The Northern Presbytery has had a year marked by active community engagement. As we step into another year, lets pray for new opportunities for growth and service. <br><br></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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