Sunday 26 January was a joyful occasion – the celebration of the baptism of a baby boy. His young sister and cousins were also at the service. Prayers suitable for such a youthful congregation included building a Duplo wall of thanksgiving. Two of the godparents sang a duet, a harmonious prayer for the child. The […]
What’s in a Name?
A sermon preached by the Reverend Trevor Jamison at Saint Columba’s United Reformed Church, North Shields, 22nd December 2019 Isaiah 7:10-16; Matthew 1:18-25 What’s in a name? Whenever a baby is born one of the first things that people want to know is the child’s name. Legally, in England, I believe you have forty-two […]
Christmas 2019
Our Christmas Eve service of carols and lessons by candlelight was well-attended, with many family members and others visiting. The flickering glow of nearly a hundred candles lent a special atmosphere to the evening worship, along with well-known Christmas readings and carols. Our Minister invited us to reflect on the roles of angels and shepherds […]
We’re Dreaming of a Green Christmas
St Columba’s Church was decorated with a thought-provoking display for the Christmas market weekend of 7-8 December 2019. Emphasising the topical need to care for creation, exhibits from church and community groups included recycled materials and highlighted environmental issues.
Jesus: Successful Failure as King
A sermon preached by the Reverend Trevor Jamison at Saint Columba’s United Reformed Church, November 24th 2019 The Feast of Christ the King Jeremiah 23:1-6; Colossians 1:15-20; Luke 23:33-43 ‘’One of the criminals who were hanged there kept deriding him [Jesus] and saying, “are you not the Messiah? Save yourself and us!” But the other […]