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.

A prayer to provide strength to all those battling Covid-19

by Bellshill Central, posted in Prayer items

Christians are urged to come together this evening at 7pm and pray for all those battling Coronavirus.

We are not alone

Former moderator of the General Assembly, Rev Colin Sinclair, said: “Sunday at 7pm has become increasingly a valued time for Christians as they pause to pray, conscious that many others will be sharing the same prayer at the same time.

“It helps create a sense of community when we are isolated through lockdown.”

Lord, we are those who journey

And who find that journey hard today.

We are those who journey

And long to find our hope renewed.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our prayer.

Lord, whether in our own company or with companions beside us,

We journey on.

Whether sure, or unsure, as to our journey’s end,

Come beside us through the risen Lord.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our prayer.

Lord, we pray for others;

For carers of the living and of the dying;

For the bereaved and for the anxious;

For those fearing loss of work and of business.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our prayer.

Lord, we pray for scientists and researchers;

For those seeking to understand the challenge we face;

For those creating potential vaccines;

For those advising decision-makers.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our prayer.

Lord, we pray for those who shape our common life:

In local Councils and in Scottish Government

And in the Government of the United Kingdom.

Grant to them wisdom, compassion and understanding.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our prayer.

Lord, we pray for your Kingdom to come

And for your will to be done,

On earth

As it is in heaven.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our prayer.

Amen.

Central Church Worship – Sunday 3rd January 2021

by Bellshill Central, posted in Catch Up, Sunday Worship

Join us online via www.bellshillcentral.church/watch-live on Sunday from 10.45am as worship together for the start of a New Year.

Gathering Songs
Purify my heart
Lord for the Years.

Welcome and Intimations

Opening Prayer – Kevin

Hymn – Fill your hearts with joy and gladness

Prayer of Confession
Lord’s Prayer

Young people’s talk – Carlijn goes to church – preparation

Choir Reflection – Blessed are the pure in heart

1st reading – John 1:(1-9), 10-18

Hymn – Before the world began

2nd Reading Psalm 147

Kevin’s New Year’s Message

Hymn – Bless the Lord O my Soul (10,000 reasons)

Echo of Angels

Hymn – Love came down at Christmas

Prayer of Thanksgiving & Intercession

Hymn – Amazing Grace

Blessing and New Sung blessing – May the Lord Bless you