February Engagements - cont'

Sunday 23rd February - Ballee Baptist Church is probably the homecoming event for Solid Ground and Solid Ground continued the tradition of ministering at the Missionary Weekend. Solid Ground were able to sing three pieces previously unheard by the Ballee Congregation, “Plan of Salvation”, “That’s Why” and “I Thirst”.  Three songs which have been made popular by both the Cathedral Quartet and Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, contain great messages of truth and spiritual encouragement.

The church was well filled and Samuel Adams from the Every Home Crusade (EHC) gave a brief report of the work at EHC and gave some incredible examples of the desire and hunger for God’s Word in developing nations across the world.  It is truly of God that the song selection tied in with the message, EHC are distributing the plan of salvation in a written form to nations thirsty for God’s word and that’s why Solid Ground do what they do most weekends.

Next engagement for Solid Ground - Sunday 2nd March in Ballyclare Baptist Church at 6pm

Fraserburgh, Scotland

Last Friday saw the members of Solid Ground gathering at Belfast City Airport for a short flight to Manchester Airport and then onto Aberdeen. After an interesting takeoff from Belfast and smooth landings elsewhere, Solid Ground made it to Fraserburgh after a short drive to their accommodation.

The first singing engagement for Solid Ground was at a breakfast, organised by the folks at Calvary, with Pastor Lawrence Kennedy (Ballee Baptist) giving the morning devotional.  It’s never easy singing at 9:30 in the morning, but Solid Ground opened with “Plan of Salvation”, which set a thoughtful tone for the upcoming meetings and gave the tenor a chance!

Solid Ground had the opportunity to explore some of the more picturesque elements of the Fraserburgh area with visits to various viewpoints and a fantastic personal tour of the largest fishing boat in the United Kingdom. A true marvel of marine engineering!

Saturday evening saw Solid Ground minister in a more informal meeting with several pieces and Pastor Lawrence Kennedy joined the trio to round out the sound on bass. Pastor Kennedy then brought the Gospel challenge to a packed house.

Sunday morning allowed Solid Ground the opportunity to minister with “Beulah Land”. This brings the believer to a special place and challenges those without Christ as to what they will miss out on, if not found in Christ. Pastor Kennedy brought a powerful sermon entitled, “The Cruise Ship or the Battle Ship” which encouraged and challenged the believer as to their walk and battles in life.

Solid Ground ministered with several more pieces throughout the two Sunday evening services. As a group we prayerfully trust that the word in song will be used of God to help encourage believers and stir the conscience of those outside of Christ. We would like to sincerely thank those who provided such warm hospitality to Solid Ground and for the transport to the various meetings and sights. We also would like to thank God for his hand of protection as we flew and travelled through Scotland and back home again.  The sense of God’s presence was very evident throughout the meetings and we want to thank him for his help in singing out his glorious message of truth.

Next engagement for Solid Ground is Sunday 23rd February in Ballee Baptist Church (Missionary Weekend) at 6.30pm

February Engagements

Sunday 2nd February - It has been around two years since Solid Ground ministered at Coagh Baptist and it is always good to renew fellowship. Pastor Cosby gave Solid Ground a fifteen minute slot, into which four songs and a testimony was shared by baritone Stephen Irons. “Masterpiece of Mercy”, “Plan of Salvation”, “I Know a Man Who Can” and “That’s Why” made up the remainder of the slot.  Many thanks for the supper and the all important cup of tea which was provided after the service!

Next engagement for Solid Ground will be a weekend trip to Fraserborough, Scotland. Please remember Solid Ground in prayer as they travel and seek to lift the name of Jesus Christ above all others in song.

January Engagements

Sunday 26th January - The first engagement of 2014 for Solid Ground was a trip up to Dunseverick Baptist outside Bushmills. A cold and wet evening was melted by the warm sense of God’s presence throughout the meeting. The guest speaker for the evening was Mr. David Anderson from Saintfield Baptist, who ministered from Hebrews 14 using the theme of a spiritual recession and how God has paid in full for our sin debt.

Solid Ground ministered with four songs over two slots, including the debut of the Gold City song, “By Your Grace, For Your Glory”. It is always enjoyable to have worked on a song for several weeks and get it to the “ready for out” stage. Solid Ground also sang “That’s Why”, “Bless Your Holy Name Again” and “Plan of Salvation”.

After the meeting concluded a small feast and a cup of tea was laid on by those at Dunseverick. A big thank you to those who prepared the supper!

The next engagement for Solid Ground is Friday 31st January in Ballee Baptist Church at 7.45pm

Friday 31st January - Solid Ground had the privilege of sharing with the folks at Ballee Baptist on a special night to mark the 25 years of Ministry by Pastor Lawrence Kennedy. Along with Heavenbound, Paul Irwin and the Ballee Baptist Choir, Solid Ground had the opportunity to sing to a packed house. Solid Ground sang “By Your Grace, For Your Glory” as the traditional trio set up and then had a guest bass vocalist join them for two special numbers, “Just A Little Talk With Jesus” and “ When I Survey”. This was a highlight for Solid Ground and the Pastor. There is no fuller sound than male four part harmony!

Next engagement for Solid Ground is Coagh Baptist at 6.30pm

And so another season begins...

As Solid Ground embark on a new season in 2014, please continue to pray for God's protection in travelling to and from the various engagements and that He will be glorified in all our ministry for Him. We thank God for His protecting hand and many blessings over the past 11 years and we look to Him for our future. Below you will find a list of our engagements between January and June 2014. 

January

Sunday 26th - Dunseverick Baptist Church 7.00pm

Friday 31st - Ballee Baptist Church Praise Night 7.45pm

February

Sunday 2nd - Coagh Baptist Church 7.00pm

Friday 6th - Monday 10th - Calvary Church, Frazerburgh, Scotland

Sunday 23rd - Ballee Baptist Church Missionary Weekend 6.30pm

March

Sunday 2nd - Ballyclare Baptist Church 6.00pm

Sunday 9th - Carrickfergus Congregational Church 7.00pm

Sunday 30th - Templemore Hall, Belfast 6.45pm

April

Friday 4th - Killyea (Armagh) Praise Night 8.00pm

Thursday 10th - Faith Mission Portadown TBC

Thursday 17th - Belfast City Mission (Box Opening) 8.00pm

May

Sunday 11th - Kilrea Baptist Church 6.30pm

Sunday 25th - Lurgan Baptist Church 7.00pm

June

Sunday 8th - Portrush Baptist Church 7.00pm

Sunday 22nd - Cullybackey Elim Church 6.00pm
Sunday 29th - Newtownards Baptist Church

Seasons greetings from all at Solid Ground

Solid Ground would like to say thank you to all our friends and family for all your prayers and support during 2013. It is hard to believe that Philip has been part of Solid Ground now for almost a year. Our prayer is that as we soon enter a new year we will together see a great work done for the Master. Please pray for Solid Ground, and that God will continue to be honoured and glorified in 2014 through our ministry. We trust everyone will have a Wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year. 

Wully, David, Stephen & Phil