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St Columba’s Church of Scotland

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St Columba's Church of Scotland is a Presbyterian Church in the heart of London's Knightsbridge. A beautiful Scots Kirk and ‘a home away from home.’ All welcome!

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 1m

Tomorrow!
Don’t miss the Vernal Duo at St Columba’s, Knightsbridge – world-class musicians bringing Handel, Chaminade & Fauré to life.
1:30 PM | Free entry | Donations welcome
#LondonMusic #FreeConcert

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 11h

Today, 17 October, we mark the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.
Let’s reflect, show compassion, and work together for a world where everyone can live with dignity and hope.

#EndPoverty #Compassion #StColumbasLondon

St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 22h

A glimpse behind the scenes
The Vernal Duo — Katy Taylor (flute) & Yiyao Li (piano) — rehearsing for Sounds of St Columba’s this Sunday, 19 Oct, 1:30PM.

Flights of Fantasy: Music for Flute & Piano
St Columba’s, Pont Street, SW1X 0BD
Free entry, donations welcome

#LiveMusicLondon #StColumbas

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For 11 years, Michael Dempsey has quietly kept St Columba’s shining — welcoming, cared for, and full of life.
His pride in the church and kindness behind the scenes make him one of our true cornerstones. Thank you, Michael!

#StColumbasLondon #Community #EverydayHeroes

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 1d

Looking for something uplifting this weekend?
Join us at St Columba’s, Knightsbridge for a free concert by the Vernal Duo – sublime flute & piano music in a stunning venue.
Sunday 19 Oct, 1:30 PM
Donations welcome

St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 2d

For centuries, people believed all swans were white — until explorers discovered black swans in Australia.

A reminder that beauty and grace often appear where we least expect them.

“See, I am doing a new thing…” — Isaiah 43:19

#StColumbasLondon #Hope #Faith

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 2d

FREE concert this Sunday!
Experience the Vernal Duo – world-class flute & piano live at St Columba’s, Knightsbridge.
Music from Handel, Chaminade, Gaubert & Fauré.
Sunday 19 Oct, 1:30 PM
SW1X 0BD
Free entry, donations welcome.
LondonEvents #LiveMusic #ClassicalMusic

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 3d

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Spotting tiny golden visitors on ivy? These are ivy bees, out in October to feed and pollinate. Harmless, gentle, and part of God’s creation.

“The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it.” — Psalm 24:1

#Autumn #Creation #StColumbasLondon

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 4d

Prisons Week 2025 | 12–18 Oct

Join St Columba’s in praying for prisoners, their families, victims of crime & all who work in the justice system.

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18

#PrisonsWeek #StColumbasLondon

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 5d

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Come & Sing – Sat 18 Oct
Join us at Crown Court Church of Scotland, Covent Garden, to sing Fauré’s Requiem & James MacMillan’s A New Song.
Led by Thomas Allery, with Benedict Lewis-Smith.
Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/come-and-s...

#London #ChoralMusic #ComeAndSing

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 7d

New programme announced!

Join the Friends of St Columba’s as we explore London & beyond – from Dr Johnson’s House to Osterley Park , St Paul’s Cathedral to Oxford’s dreaming spires.

Everyone welcome – come along, bring a friend!
Full details via St Columba’s Church, Pont Street.

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 8d

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 8d

We’re celebrating Susan Pym — Elder, editor of our church magazine, and a steady heart at the centre of St Columba’s. Her care, creativity and quiet dedication enrich our church life in so many ways. Here’s to many more years of her inspiring work among us.

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 9d

Last week I saw a queue of tourists waiting to have their photo taken with a London phone box.

It made me smile — what’s ordinary to us can be extraordinary to someone else.

“Though many, we are one body in Christ.” — Romans 12:5

A lovely reminder to celebrate our differences.

#Faith #Community

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 10d

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 10d

It’s that time of year — conkers on the ground and spiders in the house!

Some say spiders don’t like conkers, though science isn’t sure. Maybe it’s just a lovely autumn story that returns each year, like the rustle of leaves.

Do you believe it?

#Autumn #Conkers #StColumbasLondon

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St Columba’s Church of Scotland @londonkirk.bsky.social · 11d

Join the Friends of St Columba’s on Saturday 18 Oct for a Literary London Visit!
Explore Dr Johnson’s House & the historic Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese. £10 | 11am | 17 Gough Square, EC4A 3DE
#LiteraryLondon #DrJohnson #LondonHistory #StColumbasFriends #CulturalEventsLondon

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