St. Columba's is a congregation of the Church of Scotland in England centrally located in London's Knightsbridge. The Church of Scotland is the national church in Scotland and is part of the whole Church of Jesus Christ. As such we warmly welcome anyone to worship with us regardless of nationality or denomination.

We are a lively, international congregation with members and visitors coming from the Church of Scotland, Presbyterian Church (USA), The Presbyterian Church of Canada, as well as Presbyterians from Ireland, South Africa, Malawi, Kenya, Ghana and across the globe. While rooted in the Reformed tradition, many of our members do not come from a Presbyterian background but find our community of faith to be their spiritual home. Anglicans and Roman Catholics appreciate the dignity of our liturgy and the relevance of our worship. We seek to serve God through our worship, service, and fellowship.

From wherever you hail, you will be welcomed at St. Columba's and we hope you will find it to be a home away from home!

As well as welcoming you to our main services on a Sunday, we would be very pleased to see you at the many events which take place during the week, taking advantage of our central London location and diverse membership.

The next evening service will be the Service of Re-Dedication which will be held on Sunday 14 September at 5.00pm.

YOUNG ADULTS EVENTS

On Sunday the 14th of September at 6.30pm, following the 5.00pm service, the Young Adults at St. Columba’s Church of Scotland invite you to ‘Tap Your Theology’. Conversations over your favourite ale at The Beauchamp Pub – Beauchamp Place. E-mail camillecook@btinternet.com to RSVP.

SUMMER ALL AGE SERVICES

9:30am, beginning July 6th. This short, informal, all age service is held during July and August. It lasts 35 minutes. The welcome duties are undertaken by families within the church.

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

Philharmonia Britannica Orchestra Concert - 13 September. 3rd Brandenburg Concerto No 3, BMV 1048 - Bach, Violin Concerto in E Minor Op 64 - Mendelssohn & Symphony No 5 in C Minor, Op 67 - Beethoven backed by live light and video art by young London artist Sam Fisher! Conductor - Peter Fender, Violin - Francesca Barritt

Open House 20 & 21 September.

YOUTH SABBATH RETREAT

Youth Sabbath Retreat - 5 - 7 September. Calling all kids aged 8-13 for three fantastic days of fun. We will be heading to the SPEC retreat centre in St. Albans on 5 September 5 at 6pm and returning to London in time for church on 7 September. You will play games, make projects and learn about ways to use your faith in the year ahead. Sign up with Camille ASAP!

ST COLUMBA'S FILM CLUB

The St Columba’s Film Club will be kicking off this autumn on the first Wednesday of each month with four films with Christian themes:
3 September The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe (2005),
1 October - Les Miserables (1998),
5 November - Amazing Grace (2007),
3 December - Ben-Hur (1959).
All films will begin at 7.00pm in the Upper Hall on a big screen with pizza, popcorn and soft drinks available beforehand at 6.30pm. There is no charge to attend but £5.00 is requested to cover the food expenses. Drop by after work and bring along the family for a relaxing evening of film. To allow us to estimate the number of attendees please e-mail Michael Templeton at least 24 hours prior to each showing to indicate your interest templeton_michael@hotmail.com or contact the Church Office on 020 7584 2321.

HALL HIRE

St Columba's Church is happy to make available for hire its excellent facilities for a wide range of educational, charitable, cultural and institutional activities.