CHURCH OF SCOTLAND - WILLIAMWOOD PARISH CHURCH
Worship, Socialise and Grow with us into the Future
General Info
Minister: Rev. Janet Mathieson
Scottish Charity Number SC009939
Williamwood Church Sunday Service
JOIN US ON ZOOM EVERY SUNDAY FOR THE LIVE SERVICE AT 11.00AM
If you are on our e-mail list you will receive a weekly invitation a couple of days before along with the link and password. The service is followed by opportunity to join small conversation groups for those on Zoom .
If you are not on our e-mail list but would like to join the service please contact Evelyn Wallace using the contact forms on the Website
Williamwood Church News Bulletin. To access the bulletin please use the links below.
To access previous bulletins Click HERE
FLOWER CALENDAR
To see the flower Calendar for 2021 please click on the flower link below. 
During times when the Church cannot be open, flowers are still delivered to people on behalf of the members of Williamwood Church.
Please click the link above for information on how to access Zoom Including by Phone
Quick Info
Inspire Magazine
During the current lock down conditions we are not producing our usual Inspire magazines. An online Bulletin is published instead and can be found on the home page and our Facebook page. Elders can print out and deliver paper copies if you wish.
Prayer Circle
This is a confidential group of seventeen people who will pray for a person or a situation when it is requested. Lorna Martin and Anne Clark can be contacted by phone or you can e-mail the minister using the contact information on the website.
Format of Sunday Services
Dates for Your Diary
Please see the Yellow notices on the webpage for information at the moment.
Hall Enquiries
we are very fortunate that our halls are frequently in use. If you would like to enquire about using our halls please contact Fiona Gunning using the contact information below.
Our Minister
Welcome to Williamwood Church on the Web
It’s often said that patience is a virtue. It’s certainly one of the fruits of the holy Spirit identified in the New Testament book of Galatians ( Gal. 5:22). In these difficult times it can be difficult to cultivate and display the patience we know we should find part of our nature.. There is so much for which we are longing and for which we are impatient: longer, lighter days and warmer weather; covid vaccinations; the end to this pandemic; our return to our church building and the removal of limitations on the number of people who can worship together.
We must be patient – but in our patient waiting we can help one another by keeping in touch and keeping our spirits up.
Remember if you need help – or if you just want a chat – call your elder or the Minister whether or not you are a member of our congregation. We’re here for everyone.
Most of all let us try to wait patiently on God, open to God’s presence with us which brings peace and provides hope that, through Christ, things will be different; things will be better – for he shows us that God’s love conquers all; never fails; brings light out of darkness; and is ours for ever. May God’s blessing be upon you throughout these days.
Jan Mathieson
Worship in March 2021
During the month of March all of our Church services will be online again via Zoom.
We’ll gather for worship each Sunday at 11am and following the service there will be time to chat together in smaller groups.
The Zoom link will be sent out each week. Feel free to pass it on to anyone who wishes to join our worship, but if you do not currently receive a Zoom invitation to worship and would like one please contact Evelyn Wallace.
Although our services at the Church have been suspended until April, we look forward to seeing as many of you as possible on Zoom.
Dont forget the Sunday School will also be meeing via zoom at 10am too.
HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT
About Us
Weekly worship on a Sunday morning is of course always at the heart of the life of our Church and we continually strive to move forward into a bright future. Throughout the church year there are special services when we celebrate particular occasions. The main celebrations of Communion in Williamwood are on the first Sunday of March, June, September and December. Additional communion services may be held, for example at Easter. There can be lots going on especially over the Christmas period so keep an eye on the website for information.
For Further information on the History of Williamwood follow this link
Some members of The Kirk Session
Kirk Session members are the elders of the Church and are chosen from those members of the Church who are considered to have the appropriate gifts and skills to pursue the spiritual affairs of the Congregation. The Kirk Session meets regularly on the 3rd Wednesday of January, March, May, September and November. Additional meetings may be called for specific purposes.
The Congregational Board
Here are some of the board members who are appointed from within the Congregation. Board Members are nominated and then appointed at the Stated Annual Meeting and serve for a period of three years after which they may seek re-election. They contribute to the management affairs of the Church. Board Meetings are February, April, June, October and December
Norah Gray Retires
The Church choir recently spent a very pleasant evening on the occasion of Norah Gray’s retiral. The minister and session clerk were present when the choir said a very reluctant farewell to Norah after 60 years.
Norah’s name meant music in Williamwood. She was always there to sing solos, play the organ, and take choir practices when we were without an organist and, if any musical event was to be held, Norah was the first one to be consulted.
Norah will be greatly missed by the choir but we know that, Sunday by Sunday, she will be in the church supporting us.
Congratulations
Many congratulations to our organist Sarah Alexander on receiving her degree of Bachelor of Music with Honours from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland on Thursday- what an achievement!
WHATEVER DAY OF THE WEEK IT IS AND WHATEVER TIME OF THE DAY THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING GOING ON IN AND AROUND THE CHURCH AND HALLS. Follow the links below for information for all users of the Church and Halls
WEDDINGS
Williamwood Church may be the place that you choose to get married. We have prepared a leaflet to give you the basic information and the contact details of the people you need to get in touch with as you plan your special day.
BAPTISMS
If you are thinking about having your baby baptised, please contact Rev Jan Mathieson on 0141 579 9997.
PICTURE GALLERY 2020
Links to the Wider Church
BELOW ARE LINKS TO THE WIDER CHURCH. Just click on the icon
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| The Lodging House Mission |  |
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| Sanctuary First |  |
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| Christian Aid Scotland |  |
Location
Sunday Services
Sunday School – 10.50am
Phone & Email
Minister – Rev. Mathieson 01415799997 JMathieson@churchofscotland.org.uk
Website www.williamwoodparishchurch.org.uk
Calendar
Due to Covid Restrictions there have been changes to the calendar so please check with the organizations
Sundays
10.50am – SUNDAY SCHOOL
11.00am – WORSHIP
MONDAYS
7.00am – 9.00am – OSCARE PRE-SCHOOL
9.00am – 1.30pm – CLARKSTON NURSERY GROUP
3.00pm – 6.00pm – OSCARE AFTER-SCHOOL
5.00pm – 6.00pm – SHIROKAWA KARATE ACADEMY
6.45pm – 8.30pm – 128th JUNIOR SECTION
7.00pm – WILLIAMWOOD PIPE BAND
TuesdayS
7.00am – 9.00am – OSCARE PRE-SCHOOL
9.00am – 1.30pm – CLARKSTON NURSERY GROUP
3.00pm – 6.00pm – OSCARE AFTER-SCHOOL
4.20pm – 9.00pm – McCARTHY SCHOOL OF DANCE
7.30pm – (Alternate Weeks)THE GUILD
WednesdayS
7.00am – 9.00am – OSCARE PRE-SCHOOL
9.00am – 1.30pm – CLARKSTON NURSERY GROUP
3.00pm – 6.00pm – OSCARE AFTER-SCHOOL
6.30pm – 7.45pm – 3rd WILLIAMWOOD BROWNIES
7.30pm – 9.00PM – GUIDES
ThursdayS
7.00am – 9.00am – OSCARE PRE-SCHOOL
9.00am – 3.15pm – CLARKSTON NURSERY GROUP
9.45am – 11.45am – WILLIAMWOOD TODDLERS
3.00pm – 6.00pm – OSCARE AFTER-SCHOOL
3.30pm – 5.00pm LEGO THERAPY (Ladies Choir Room)
6.30pm – 7.30pm – RAINBOWS
7.30pm – CHURCH CHOIR (Session House)
7.30pm – WILLIAMWOOD PIPE BAND
FridayS
9.00am – 3.15pm – CLARKSTON NURSERY GROUP
3.00pm – 6.00pm – OSCARE AFTER-SCHOOL
6.30pm – 7.30pm – 128th BB ANCHOR BOYS
7.35pm – 128th BB COMPANY SECTION
7.35pm – 128th BB SENIOR SECTION (or as arranged)
SaturdayS
9.00am – 5.00pm – McCARTHY SCHOOL OF DANCE
Our Mission
Our mission is to share the love of God through worship, outreach, welcome and care with people in our local community and across the world
To see the archive of previous photographs just follow this link
Testimonials
What congregation are Saying
As Session Clerk it is an honour to serve the Rev Jan Mathieson and sixty three Elders who diligently visit their district at least four times a year with an invitation to Holy Communion and also visit our organisations’ twice a year. Contact me on 0141 321 8033, or e mail – margaretctrobertson@gmail.com
I was baptised in Williamwood Church in 1981 and since then have been brought up to feel at home in the Church. I went through all sections of the BB and am now an adult officer. I started my piping career as a young junior section boy. I am now an active elder of the Church, and would like to encourage people to attend and help it to continue to grow.