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.

The Lenten Hymn – Forty Days

February 18, 2021February 17, 2021 by Bellshill Central, posted in What we're singing

For members of many churches this is the hymn that signals the beginning of Lent, the period of fasting and prayer that leads up to and prepares for Easter. Particularly at the beginning of Lent we remember the example of Jesus who was forty days in the wilderness after his Baptism, working out what his calling was to mean. The hymn, written initially by Smyttan and adapted by Pott (both clergy of the Church of England), follows these thoughts closely.This sombre tune appeared in a Nuremberg publication of 1676 with only the initials MH, which have been variously interpreted as Martin Herbst or the otherwise unknown Martin Heinlein. It is either called ‘Heinlein’ or ‘Aus der Tiefe’ (‘Out of the deep’) from the hymn to which it was originally set.

You’re invited to the Organist Entertains – Episode 49

February 17, 2021February 16, 2021 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. Welcome to another instalment – another one nearer EPISODE 50!

We have more requests and dedication from the Maestro, Alan Mathew, the organist at Bellshill Central Parish Church. With this episode being recorded on Valentine’s Day (14th Feb) there are a few items right at the end on the theme of LOVE.

Tonight’s episode includes the dual cameras this week watching both HANDS & FEET! All your words will appear on the screen.

Here you find the MAESTRO who has presided over some of the most engaging COVID activities in Scotland. Featured in the Motherwell Times, Life and Work and the Church of Scotland Advent Calendar we are proud and humbled by everyone’s support and participation.

Included this week:

Jesus calls us o’er the tumult
Trees
Come children, join and sing
Gentle Jesus (innocents)
and much, much, more!!

You can donate directly to Bellshill Central Parish Church safely and securely online via this link https://cos.churchofscotland.org.uk/donate/?cong=171073

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

You can donate directly to Bellshill Central Parish Church safely and securely online via this link

Young Church Online – the Greatest Valentine!

February 17, 2021 by Bellshill Central, posted in Mid Week Church

Love? The greatest gift…..yes that the Greatest gift is that Jesus gave his life. Greater love hath no man………………..John 15:13

So, who was St Valentine? Why do we celebrate St Valentine’s Day? Join Alan for this week’s Young Church online! Did you receive a card, gift or a message on 14th Feb?

We think on what would God want us to receive on Valentine’s day!? There is a constant reminder at BCPC on what that Greatest Gift really was!

Comment on our video, share your story on your Valentine 2021.

#love #Valentine2021 #ValentinesDay #BellshillChurch #Hearts #SWALK #ChurchOfScotland #AlanMathew #YoungChurch

IMPORTANT NOTE: 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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#6 Bellshill Prayer Walk

February 17, 2021February 16, 2021 by Bellshill Central, posted in #BellshillPrayerWalk

Our next section of our Virtual Prayer Walk, takes us to Main Street (West end), St Andrew’s Church, Glebe Street, Flanigan Grove. The Scottish Bible Society are making available activities if you are able to walk in the great outdoors. You may wish to use these activities for #bellshillprayerwalk in 2021