One of our Scouts took part in the 23rd World Scout Jamboree in Japan this summer. Thomas returned to tell the church about this amazing experience, and to thank us for our support. During the morning service on 18 October, he gave a very interesting presentation on this event. Thomas attended as part of a […]
Harvest Festival 2015
St Columba’s Church was fuller than usual for harvest festival on Sunday 4 October, with beavers, cubs, scouts, rainbows, brownies, guides and friends augmenting the congregation. The children and young people played an active part in the service, acting out a dramatic re-telling of the parable of the sower, competing to make mashed potato, and […]
Dedication of our new Organ
After many years of planning and fundraising, our new digital organ was delivered and installed this week, and dedicated by Revd Liz Blair at a service of celebration on Sunday 13 September. The new instrument is a three-manual Chapel CF30 by Allen Organs, finished in walnut. The service, themed around the wonders of creation, put […]
Surprise Celebration for our Minister
On Sunday 6 September, St Columba’s celebrated 10 years of Revd Liz Blair’s ministry. The morning service was briefly interrupted by our Church Secretary, Shirley, who marked the occasion with a short speech and the presentation of flowers. Afterwards, a beautifully iced cake was cut, and a card was given, signed by the whole congregation. […]
Commendation
We are proud to announce that our Square Table Luncheon Club has been presented with a silver commendation award from the Chairman of North Tyneside Council. Three church members also received awards for their contributions to the local community.