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.
North Shields URC supports North Shields FC
St Columba’s United Reformed Church is adding its support to the town’s football team on their trip to Wembley for the final of the FA Vase on Saturday 9 May. The railings and windows along the front of the church have been decorated with bunting in the team’s colour, red, and pictures drawn by our […]