If you’re looking for a church that is Central to Christ, Central to you and Central to Bellshill – then look no further! Here you will find a church and a people with a real heart and soul for worship, who enjoy fellowship and socialising throughout the week. We’re on a journey together, come and join

Worship takes place within Bellshill Central Parish Church on Sunday 16th September at 11.00am.
Our theme for the week is From the “joys of life” toward a “life inspired by God.” Scripture readings are from: Psalm 126 and Philippians chapter 4:1-8. Hymns being sung are Great is thy faithfulness, My life flows on in endless praise, I’ve got that joy and What a wonderful change!

Carpet bowls continues tonight (Wednesday 12th September) at 7.00pm in the hall. Captain of the club, the right honourable James Mackie, looks forward to welcoming all aboard!!!! Let the antics commence.

Our BROWNIE pack continues this Thursday at 6.00pm in our church hall. Please contact us via the Brownie page on the website to register or ask any enquiries.

Friday night club continues on Friday nights on Friday 14th September at 7.00pm in the hall. Adults and child friendly. Games, crafts, table sports and a plentiful supply of hot drinks! It’s the place to be on a Friday evening!

The Church Choir resumes on Friday 14th September ay 7.30pm when our first focus will be Harvest working on John Rutter’s For the Beauty of the Earth.

Activities this week at Central Church:

• Wednesday– Music Makers and Shakers meets with classes at 10am and 11am. NB: Music makers and shakers have details of their new term available on their Facebook page.
• Wednesday 7.00pm Carpet Bowls
• Thursday brownies at 6.00pm
• Thursday 7.45pm Guide pack
• Friday 7.00pm Friday night club; 7.30pm Church Choir
• Sunday Young Church, Crèche and Church Service
• Tuesday 6.15pm Rainbows

NEW CHURCH WEBSITE
Our church website has been updated with a new address – www.bellshillcentral.church please update your bookmarks and browsers – and have a look at all the activities that take place. We will soon be taking a journey online called “Windows on our world” visiting all of the superb stained glass within our church. Keep an eye out for this!
ANNUAL CHURCH QUIZ

This took place last Friday with Hugh Ainsley at the helm as the best quizmaster in North Lanarkshire! Over £130.00 was raised for Church funds. The Bellshill West Church team won (for the 2^nd year running).
AUGUST SPONSORED RUN/WALK

The response for this event has been overwhelming. To date over £900 has been received and we estimate that £1050 will be nearer the final total. The sponsor walk and run is always a very inclusive event giving the wider body of the church the chance to raise funds and take a physical part in a great wee afternoon. Thank to all!
CAR TREASURE HUNT RETURNS FOR 2018

On Sunday 23rd September there is a Car treasure hunt taking place straight after the church service. If you want to take part see Drew or Jane Aitken. You are invited to bring your pack lunch to church, and you will set off from 12.45pm. Tea and coffee “TO GO” will be supplied. £5 per head to take part. Home baking and hot tea/coffee on your return. Prizes will be awarded on the day for 1) quickest, 2) SLOWEST and 3) most imaginative; and probably more!
CHURCH GUILD RESUMES

The Bellshill Central Church resumes in October for their weekly activities – these generally take place on Monday’s within the Church Hall. The first meeting however is in Burnhead Parish Church, Uddingston, with our partner Guild that meets there. This is a communion service at 2pm in the afternoon. Please speak with Sheena or Liz if you need help to get to Uddingston.
PRAYER & COMMUNITY

Please visit our Prayer page on our website (look for the prayer button at the top) – there is an online prayer request form which will send your prayer direct to our minister, Rev Kevin. Prayer Requests – Our church has provided a Prayer Book which is situated in the main vestibule for anyone to pop in a note of concern or anxiety they would like prayer for. We are a Parish Church and are here for you in times of joy and sadness. Kevin is available to the local community to offer spiritual support or to simply offer prayer. If there is something that you think your local church could be doing to offer services and/or support to our local community please get in touch via the Minister, Session Clerk, Facebook or website – Our church email address is bellshillcentral@gmail.com

ADVANCE DATES

September

• Sunday 23rd – The Aitkens Car Rally after Church
• Saturday 29th – The Marshalls Scalextric Event
• Sunday 30th – Harvest Service – followed by Ploughmans Lunch

October

• 7th October – teas after church

November

• Saturday 3rd – Christmas Treats with Cheese & Wine
• Sunday 4^th – All saints Sunday – Tea after Church
• Monday 5th – Clothes Show
• Sunday 11^th – Remembrance Day and remembrance Sunday (service at 11.30am)
• Saturday 24th – The McGleish Movie Night
• Sunday 25^th – Guild service.

December

• Saturday 1st – Christmas Afternoon event with Carol Service before
• Sunday 2^nd – first Sunday of advent – teas after Church
• Sunday 9^th – communion service – Retiring offering RNLI
• Thursday 13th – Sing a Song for Christmas (date confirmed) in aid of women’s aid
• Sunday 16^th 11.00am morning service; and 6.30pm Carols by Candlelight (teas afterwards)
• Sunday 23^rd – choir service 11.00am (no Young Church in church)
• Monday 24^th – Christmas eve (6.30pm) (teas afterwards)

ONLINE MINISTRY – Check out Kevin’s very own YouTube Channel where he reaches out to our local community sharing insight, thought and reflection, with his current journey called #21words. A link to his channel is available from our website, or simply look up Kevin de Beer. Subscribe and continue to follow his inspirational messages. Kevin’s latest video blogs include themes of Now, Nowhere or is it Now Here, Named, and Affirmed. Some videos have had nearly 300 views – help spread the news of Kevin’s online ministry far and wide – a truly worldwide church.

COMMUNITY BUILDINGS AVAILABLE FOR USE – Our hall and facilities are available at other times during the week and are available to be hired for one-off occasions or longer term lets. Please get in touch with us if you need a space to hire. We have installed Wi-Fi which means we can offer facilities for online events taking place in the church and halls. Visual display screens are fitted in our sanctuary and are ideal for conferences and presentations. Portable visual equipment can be made available for use in the Halls and Vestry. Please ask.

CHECK OUT OUR ONLINE ACTIVITIES – Should you be unable to attend worship but would like to share in the recorded services, you can do so LIVE each Sunday from 11:00am via the Church’s website and also our Facebook and our YouTube channel are updated regularly. You can find out more information on Sunday Services, Weekly activities and catch up with our services from our uploaded videos. We are LIVE on the Internet most Sunday mornings, and occasionally with other events we hold.

If you’re looking for a church that is Central to Christ, Central to you and Central to Bellshill – then look no further! Here you will find a church and a people with a real heart and soul for worship, who enjoy fellowship and socialising throughout the week. We’re on a journey together, come and join us.

If you’re looking for a church that is Central to Christ, Central to you and Central to Bellshill – then look no further! Here you will find a church and a people with a real heart and soul for worship, who enjoy fellowship and socialising throughout the week. We’re on a journey together, come and join us.

Worship takes place within Bellshill Central Parish Church on Sunday 2nd september at 11.00am.
Our theme for the week is “inclusion and communities”. Hymns being sung are Bind us together, Let there the love, Beauty for brokenness and Go forth and tell. Tea and coffee are served in the hall after the service all are invited through for further fellowship.

Friday night club– continues on Friday nights on Friday 31st August at 7.00pm in the hall. Adults and child friendly. Games, crafts, table sports and a plentiful supply of hot drinks! It’s the place to be on a Friday evening!

Carpet bowls resumes on Wednesday 5th September at 7.00pm in the hall. Captain of the club, the right honourable James Mackie, looks forward to welcoming all aboard!!!! Let the antics commence.

Our BROWNIE pack resumes on Thursday 30th August at 6.00pm in our church hall. Please contact us via the Brownie page on the website to register or ask any enquiries.

The Church Choir resumes on Friday 14th September ay 7.30pm when our first focus will be Harvest working on John Rutter’s For the Beauty of the Earth.

Activities this week at Central Church:

• Wednesday– Music Makers and Shakers meets with classes at 10am and 11am. NB: Music makers and shakers have details of their new term available on their Facebook page.
• Thursday brownies at 6.00pm
• Friday night club at 7.00pm
• Saturday crazy toes dance classes from 10..00am

ANNUAL CHURCH QUIZ takes place on Friday 7th September at 7.00pm in the hall. Tickets available from Hugh or Stanley. Maximum team size 5 players.

SUMMER FUNDRAISERS – It’s that time of year again, when the Summer Fundraisers commence. You are invited to come and see Jane Aitken, our fantastic Fundraising leader, to collect £2 and during the summer months organise fun and interesting events, where you are able to grow your £2 into funds for our church. Last year included, Beetle Drives, Fun Runs, Cakes and Candy, Car Washes and much more. Please let us know what you are organising so we can publicise and share new among our friends and members.

PRAYER & COMMUNITY – Please visit our Prayer page on our website (look for the prayer button at the top) – there is an online prayer request form which will send your prayer direct to our minister, Rev Kevin. Prayer Requests – Our church has provided a Prayer Book which is situated in the main vestibule for anyone to pop in a note of concern or anxiety they would like prayer for. We are a Parish Church and are here for you in times of joy and sadness. Kevin is available to the local community to offer spiritual support or to simply offer prayer. If there is something that you think your local church could be doing to offer services and/or support to our local community please get in touch via the Minister, Session Clerk, Facebook or website – Our church email address is bellshillcentral@gmail.com

ADVANCE NOTICE DATES FOR DIARY’S

• Thursday 30th August our Church Brownies resume.
• Sunday 2’nd September – Young Church groups resume for all school age children. Tea and coffee served after the service. WELCOME BACK!
• Wednesday 5th September at 7.00pm in the hall carpet bowls resume.
• Friday 7th September – the Annual Church Quiz under the control of Quiz Master Hugh Ainsley. Tickets priced £5 available now, from Hugh or Stan at the Church. Teams not to exceed 5 players. The usual themed rounds will be included.
• Sunday 9th September – Communion Service at 11.00am, with a retiring offering for St Andrew’s First Aid. The Service will also include the Sacrament of Baptism whilst the Children worship with us.
• Tuesday 11’th September – Board and Session Meetings at 7.30pm. Papers available soon from minute clerks
• Choir resumes for weekday practise on Friday 14th September at 7.30pm.

ONLINE MINISTRY – Check out Kevin’s very own YouTube Channel where he reaches out to our local community sharing insight, thought and reflection, with his current journey called #21words. A link to his channel is available from our website, or simply look up Kevin de Beer. Subscribe and continue to follow his inspirational messages. Kevin’s latest video blogs include themes of Now, Nowhere or is it Now Here, Named, and Affirmed. Some videos have had nearly 300 views – help spread the news of Kevin’s online ministry far and wide – a truly worldwide church.

COMMUNITY BUILDINGS AVAILABLE FOR USE – Our hall and facilities are available at other times during the week and are available to be hired for one-off occasions or longer term lets. Please get in touch with us if you need a space to hire. We have installed Wi-Fi which means we can offer facilities for online events taking place in the church and halls. Visual display screens are fitted in our sanctuary and are ideal for conferences and presentations. Portable visual equipment can be made available for use in the Halls and Vestry. Please ask.

CHECK OUT OUR ONLINE ACTIVITIES – Should you be unable to attend worship but would like to share in the recorded services, you can do so LIVE each Sunday from 11:00am via the Church’s website http://www.bellshillcentral.wordpress.com – also our Facebook and our YouTube channel are updated regularly. You can find out more information on Sunday Services, Weekly activities and catch up with our services from our uploaded videos. We are LIVE on the Internet most Sunday mornings, and occasionally with other events we hold.

If you’re looking for a church that is Central to Christ, Central to you and Central to Bellshill – then look no further! Here you will find a church and a people with a real heart and soul for worship, who enjoy fellowship and socialising throughout the week. We’re on a journey together, come and join us.

Worship takes place within Bellshill Central Parish Church on Sunday 26’th August at 11.00am.
Our theme for the week is “From the ‘promises of God’ toward the ‘God of promises’”. Hymns being sung are Seek ye first, I will offer up my life, Come people of the risen King and Lord of all hopefulness. The readings are from Hosea 14:1-9 and Matthew 6:24-34. Our summer choir meets for the last time this year on 26’th August at 10.00am in the Church Hall.

Last Sunday (19th) we held a service of baptism and for Back to School. The theme was living and responding to the Bible. Kevin’s preaching and All Age Address was superb and energetic. There was contribution from the Head Teacher, Angela Paterson, of Mossend Primary; along with his two children Michael and Sarah and members of the congregation as we prayed for a new school year, for pupils, staff, parents and family members. Check out our YouTube channel the whole service is available to watch at your leisure.
After the service our 2nd annual run/walk through Bellshill took place. Thanks to Alan Mathew for organising. We have raised to date around £410 with more sponsor sheets still to be returned. Well done everyone!! Certificates should be presented this Sunday at the start of the service.

Friday night club- continues on Friday nights on Friday 31st August at 7.00pm in the hall. Adults and child friendly. Games, crafts, table sports and a plentiful supply of hot drinks! It’s the place to be on a Friday evening!

Carpet bowls resumes on Wednesday 5th September at 7.00pm in the hall. Captain of the club, the right honourable James Mackie, looks forward to welcoming all aboard!!!! Let the antics commence.

Our BROWNIE pack resumes on Thursday 30th August at 6.00pm in our church hall. Please contact us via the Brownie page on the website to register or ask any enquiries.

The Church Choir resumes on Friday 14th September ay 7.30pm when our first focus will be Harvest working on John Rutter’s For the Beauty of the Earth.

Activities this week at Central Church:

• Wednesday– Music Makers and Shakers meets with classes at 10am and 11am. NB: Music makers and shakers have details of their new term available on their Facebook page.

ANNUAL CHURCH QUIZ takes place on Friday 7th September at 7.00pm in the hall. Tickets available from Hugh or Stanley. Maximum team size 5 players.

SUMMER FUNDRAISERS – It’s that time of year again, when the Summer Fundraisers commence. You are invited to come and see Jane Aitken, our fantastic Fundraising leader, to collect £2 and during the summer months organise fun and interesting events, where you are able to grow your £2 into funds for our church. Last year included, Beetle Drives, Fun Runs, Cakes and Candy, Car Washes and much more. Please let us know what you are organising so we can publicise and share new among our friends and members.

PRAYER & COMMUNITY – Please visit our Prayer page on our website (look for the prayer button at the top) – there is an online prayer request form which will send your prayer direct to our minister, Rev Kevin. Prayer Requests – Our church has provided a Prayer Book which is situated in the main vestibule for anyone to pop in a note of concern or anxiety they would like prayer for. We are a Parish Church and are here for you in times of joy and sadness. Kevin is available to the local community to offer spiritual support or to simply offer prayer. If there is something that you think your local church could be doing to offer services and/or support to our local community please get in touch via the Minister, Session Clerk, Facebook or website – Our church email address is bellshillcentral@gmail.com

ADVANCE NOTICE DATES FOR DIARY’S

• Thursday 30th August our Church Brownies resume.
• Sunday 2’nd September – Young Church groups resume for all school age children. Tea and coffee served after the service.
• Wednesday 5th September at 7.00pm in the hall carpet bowls resume.
• Friday 7th September – the Annual Church Quiz under the control of Quiz Master Hugh Ainsley. Tickets priced £5 available now, from Hugh or Stan at the Church. Teams not to exceed 5 players. The usual themed rounds will be included.
• Sunday 9th September – Communion Service at 11.00am, with a retiring offering for St Andrew’s First Aid. The Service will also include the Sacrament of Baptism whilst the Children worship with us.
• Tuesday 11’th September – Board and Session Meetings at 7.30pm. Papers available soon from minute clerks
• Choir resumes for weekday practise on Friday 14th September at 7.30pm.

ONLINE MINISTRY – Check out Kevin’s very own YouTube Channel where he reaches out to our local community sharing insight, thought and reflection, with his current journey called #21words. A link to his channel is available from our website, or simply look up Kevin de Beer. Subscribe and continue to follow his inspirational messages. Kevin’s latest video blogs include themes of Now, Nowhere or is it Now Here, Named, and Affirmed. Some videos have had nearly 300 views – help spread the news of Kevin’s online ministry far and wide – a truly worldwide church.

COMMUNITY BUILDINGS AVAILABLE FOR USE – Our hall and facilities are available at other times during the week and are available to be hired for one-off occasions or longer term lets. Please get in touch with us if you need a space to hire. We have installed Wi-Fi which means we can offer facilities for online events taking place in the church and halls. Visual display screens are fitted in our sanctuary and are ideal for conferences and presentations. Portable visual equipment can be made available for use in the Halls and Vestry. Please ask.

CHECK OUT OUR ONLINE ACTIVITIES – Should you be unable to attend worship but would like to share in the recorded services, you can do so LIVE each Sunday from 11:00am via the Church’s website http://www.bellshillcentral.wordpress.com – also our Facebook and our YouTube channel are updated regularly. You can find out more information on Sunday Services, Weekly activities and catch up with our services from our uploaded videos. We are LIVE on the Internet most Sunday mornings, and occasionally with other events we hold.