St Columba's Episcopal Church, Bathgate

02/06/2026

In the fifth chapter of ‘Being Disciples’, Rowan Williams explores ‘Faith in Society'. Looking back to some of the earlier chapters, he discusses looks at how being a Christian disciple impacts one's relationship with the rest of the world. He takes up the difficult balance of seeking to transform the world while also engaging with it in humility and an awareness of our own limitations. We are not, after all, God.

If you'd like to explore his ideas with us then join us in St Columba’s meeting room on Monday 8 June at 7pm to listen to the chapter or 7.30pm for just the discussion.

All are most welcome - please join us!

29/05/2026

This week’s Order of Service, for Trinity Sunday, is available on the website 👇

https://stcolumbasbathgate.org.uk/?page_id=4514

11:15 am | Choral Eucharist
- Celebrant & Preacher: Rev Rosie Addis
- Setting: New English Mass
- Anthem: Sanctus (Franz Schubert)
- Communion Motet: Lo! I am with you till the end of the world (arr. John Bell)

Join us afterwards for refreshments in the meeting room

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29/05/2026

26/05/2026

MONDAY STUDY GROUP - 1 JUNE - 7.00pm for 7.30

Holiness is the topic of the fourth chapter of Rowan Williams ‘Being Disciples. He argues that holiness is not measured by one's nearness to perfection rather it is about a willingness to be formed to God's purposes and to be transformed by the experience. Holiness, for ++Rowan, is the submission of one's will to that of God and experiencing divine grace.

To hear the chapter in audio come along on Monday 1 June at 7.00pm in the meeting room at St Columba’s. Discussion will follow at 7.30 after a break for tea & coffee.

All are welcome - please join us!

22/05/2026

This week’s Order of Service, for Pentecost Sunday, is available on the website 👇

https://stcolumbasbathgate.org.uk/?page_id=4514

11:15 am | Choral Eucharist
- Celebrant & Preacher: Rev Rosie Addis
- Setting: New English Mass
- Communion Anthem: Holy Spirit, gift bestower (Welsh melody, arr. John Bell)

Join us afterwards for refreshments in the meeting room

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22/05/2026

Thought for the week

Jesus breathed on them and said, "Receive the Holy Spirit". Just as God breathed life into Adam at the beginning of creation, Jesus breathes new life and purpose into his followers, giving you the strength to face the challenges ahead.

20/05/2026

We're resuming our study of 'Being Disciples' this coming Monday.

In Chapter 3 Rowan examines forgiveness as a core practice of discipleship. He looks at it as a moral, relational practice and as a practice essential for the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

If you'd like to know more then why not join us? We'll be listening to the chapter on audio at 7pm and discussing from 7.30pm. It's a short chapter, so there'll even be time for tea or coffee in between :)