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. […]
Joint August Services
Churches Together in North Shields once again organised joint evening services in August this year, with a variety of inspiring themes. It was good to meet up with friends from other churches, to swell our numbers, and give our preachers a break over the summer. On 2 August, we were at North Shields Methodist Church, […]
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.