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
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Quick Info
Monthly Newsletters
To access the most recent Newsletter please use the link below.
To access previous newsletters click HERE
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
Worship at Williamwood is at 11.00 every Sunday morning and other times as announced. The format of worship is traditional and we use CH4 and the Good News Bible. The choir lead our singing and contribute to worship with a range of anthems, both traditional and modern.
You can also watch our service live on Zoom. If you are not already on our mailing list you can contact Evelyn Wallace or the minister.
Flower Calendar
To see the flower calendar for 2022 please click on the flowers below.
There are flowers in a vase in the chancel every Sunday. They are delivered every week to those who need our thoughts or best wishes on behalf of the members of Williamwood
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 on the website.
Our Minister
We welcome Rev. Beckie
Rev. Rebeccah (Beckie) Bartocho is an ordained minister of Reformed Church of East Africa- Nairobi Kenya. Her passion is serving God’s people especially Women, Youth and Children. She has Bachelor Degree in Divinity and Masters of Theology (Old Testament specialization) from St. Paul’s University-Limuru (Kenya). She has served as a chaplain and parish minister in the last 6years. She is a member of The Circle of African Women Theologians (TCAWT) where she participates in writing and research on gender issues and social justice advocacy. Currently, she is an admission Candidate to the Church of Scotland and under Familiarization Placement at Williamwood Parish Church for 12 months.
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
Recharging the Eldership
Following the Glasgow Presbyetery Conference on Recharging the Eldership held on 5 march 2022, anyone who is interested can access the material used by clicking on the links below.
Eldership Conference Kirk Session Committment 5 3 22
Eldership Conference Prayer Resources 5 3 22
WELCOME
OUR CHURCH IS OPEN FOR WORSHIP EVERY SUNDAY AT 11am
NO NEED TO BOOK
JUST COME ALONG AND JOIN US
If you cant get to Church, or live further afield, you can join us on ZOOM 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. If you are not on our e-mail list but would like to join the service please contact Evelyn Wallace or the minister
Dont forget to check out our Monthly Newsletters
You can find them in the quick info box.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INFORMATION
Life and Work has once again published a FREE four page General Assembly Special Supplement for 2022 that can be viewed here – full link https://www.lifeandwork.org/
In addition to the supplement, a General Assembly report will feature in the July issue of Life and Work magazine. Anyone that is not a subscriber and interested in this particular issue can purchase a single print or digital copy here. The July issue is published on 17th June 2022.
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 2021 / 2022
Links to the Wider Church
BELOW ARE LINKS TO THE WIDER CHURCH. Just click on the icon
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Location
Sunday Services
Sunday School – 10.50am
Phone & Email
Minister – Rev. Mathieson 01415799997 JMathieson@churchofscotland.org.uk
Website new.williamwoodparish.church
Sundays
10.50am – SUNDAY SCHOOL
11.00am – WORSHIP
MONDAYS
7.30am – 9.00am – OSCARE PRE-SCHOOL
9.00am – 3.00pm – CLARKSTON NURSERY GROUP
3.00pm – 6.00pm – OSCARE AFTER-SCHOOL
5.00pm – 6.00pm – SHIROKAWA KARATE ACADEMY
7.00pm – WILLIAMWOOD PIPE BAND
TuesdayS
7.30am – 9.00am – OSCARE PRE-SCHOOL
9.00am – 3.00pm – CLARKSTON NURSERY GROUP
2.00pm – 4.00pm – THE GUILD (Alternate Tuesdays in the sanctuary)
3.00pm – 6.00pm – OSCARE AFTER-SCHOOL
4.00pm – 9.00pm – McCARTHY SCHOOL OF DANCE
WednesdayS
7.30am – 9.00am – OSCARE PRE-SCHOOL
9.00am – 3.00pm – CLARKSTON NURSERY GROUP
3.00pm – 6.00pm – OSCARE AFTER-SCHOOL
6.30pm – 7.45pm – 3rd WILLIAMWOOD BROWNIES
ThursdayS
7.30am – 9.00am – OSCARE PRE-SCHOOL
9.00am – 3.00pm – CLARKSTON NURSERY GROUP
9.45am – 11.45am – WILLIAMWOOD TODDLERS (In the Session House)
3.00pm – 6.00pm – OSCARE AFTER-SCHOOL
7.30pm – CHURCH CHOIR (Session House)
7.30pm – WILLIAMWOOD PIPE BAND
FridayS
7.30am – 9.00am – OSCARE PRE-SCHOOL
9.00am – 3.00pm – CLARKSTON NURSERY GROUP
3.00pm – 6.00pm – OSCARE AFTER-SCHOOL
6.30pm – 7.30pm – 128th BB ANCHOR BOYS
6.30pm – 8.00pm – 128th BB JUNIOR SECTION
7.45pm – 128th BB COMPANY SECTION
7.45pm – 128th BB SENIOR SECTION
SaturdayS
9.00am – 6.00pm – McCARTHY SCHOOL OF DANCE
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For information on the 2020 Financial Statement and Budget 2021
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.
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.