Author: Bellshill Central

As the Church of Scotland in Bellshill we extend a warm welcome to any of our activities. People have been coming to this building to worship God for over a hundred years. While our town has journeyed through many changes over those years, the constancy of the witness of the “Church at 346 Main Street” has remained uninterrupted. The mission of any Church is to reflect through its presence, its music, its fellowship and its beauty the greatness of God, and we seek to do that here in all that we share. We hope that everyone who enters these doors will find an encouraging, friendly group of people. While we are far from perfect, we are regularly discovering truths that are changing us individually and enriching our lives as a church community. As we worship together, learn from the Bible, and pray for one another, we are strengthened in our commitment to Jesus Christ as well as to each other. If this is your first time here, we welcome you, and invite you to share the joy that we have found.

NATIONAL GIVING DAY

by Bellshill Central, posted in Other News, Weekly Church News

Sunday 31 October is our church’s opportunity to celebrate the Church of Scotland National Giving Day.

The church is funded not by the state but by its members. During COVID19 our income has been affected severely. As the Parish Church for 70% of Bellshill and wider area (Town centre, Mossend, Orbiston, Milnwood) we are here for you. In times of both sorrow and of joy.


How to DONATE?

Envelopes specifically for any contributions should be brought to church on or before the 31 October 2021.

Online donations are most welcome. Please reference as National Giving Day.

Funds raised will be used to help recover financially from the last 18 months.

Speak with Zandra or June if you need more information

Finally…

Small contributions can be significant. Everything we do counts with God. This is about doing your part in keeping this place alive.

Prayers for Aberfan

by Bellshill Central, posted in Prayer items

This day, Father,
may my eyes be opened
to see the beauty
in all that is ordinary – yet special –
around me.
May the glory of all that you have made
remind me of your presence
and lead me closer to you.

21st of October 1966

On this day in 1966 the tragedy known as the Aberfan Disaster took place. At the beginning of a school day, ironically the last before school holidays, a coal tip collapsed above the village of Aberfan in Wales. It engulfed the local school and much of the village killing 144 souls (28 adults, 116 children).

Let us remember in our prayers today those innocents who were taken from this world far too soon. We remember those who gave their lives to try and save little children.

At many funeral and memorial services in the aftermath of the disaster the comforting words from Psalm 23 were read. It is the 23rd Psalm we use to pray together today, remembering the tragic events of Aberfan in 1966.

Dear God,

Thank you that you are our good Shepherd and we can trust you with our lives. Thank you for your leadership and Sovereignty. Thank you for your guidance and care in all our days. Thank you that you restore our souls, give us peace, and bring us hope in all of our tomorrows. Thank you for your protection and strength that surrounds us like a shield. Thank you that we never have to fear. Thank you for your goodness and love that follows after us, chases us, even when were unaware. Thank you Lord, that you trustworthy and able, that you are our Refuge and hope.In You alone is rest and peace. We praise you for the assurance that we will dwell with you forever.

In Jesus’ Name,

Amen.

Organist Entertains Episode 79 LIVE

by Bellshill Central, posted in Organist Entertains, Other News

The organist entertains seeks to help keep you connected with your Church, the building, it’s surroundings and the sounds of the organ.

Wednesday at 8pm

This is Episode 79 in the organist entertains series which yet again proves to be a super edition of your hymns and requests.

Tonight we are LIVE! Please join Alan the Maestro through the video player above from 8pm.

Please have your CH4 books ready, as we’re live no words appear on screen, so you can follow the words and/or music.

Say hi in the live chat! 👋

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Please consider donating to Bellshill Central Parish Church Via this link https://cos.churchofscotland.org.uk/donate/?cong=171073

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Hymns used with permission and with the following CCLI Licences
Church Copyright Licence 876673;
Music Reproduction Licence 876680
Church Video Licence 2258718;
PPL Church Licence 1593113
CLA Church Licence 1002856;
PRS for Music Church Licence 1448921
Streaming Licence 1638311

Bellshill Central Church of Scotland
Registered Charity: SC012556
346 Main Street, Bellshill, ML4 1BA
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Midweek Church – Blind Bartimaeus

by Bellshill Central, posted in Mid Week Church

Join us at 12noon today for another mid week church, suitable for the young and not so young

Thank you for joining us for our Mid Week Young Church online – suitable for ALL AGES!

To donate to the church visit https://cos.churchofscotland.org.uk/donate/?cong=171073

http://www.bellshillcentral.church

Follow us on Twitter @BellshillChurchLook us up on Facebook @BellshillChurchContact us on hello@bellshillcentral.church (by email) to say hello!

Bellshill Central Church of Scotland

Registered Charity: SC012556

346 Main Street, Bellshill, ML4 1BA

Hymns used with permission and with the following CCLI Licences

Church Copyright Licence 876673;

Music Reproduction Licence 876680

Church Video Licence 2258718;

PPL Church Licence 1593113

CLA Church Licence 1002856;

PRS for Music Church Licence 1448921

Streaming Licence 1638311