Lenzie Union Parish Church

A Church of Scotland Congregation

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THE CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE BRINGS JOY TO MANY!

What a delight to see the faces of the young pupils , totally engaged in the story of the first Christmas. They were …. Engrossed as Mary talked to them in her house, Amazed when Gabriel appeared, Excited as they went with Mary and Joseph to…

Merry Christmas from 1st Lenzie Girls’ Brigade

Girls’ Brigade’s educational theme is ‘construction’ this year, so what could you ‘construct’ at Christmas? A gingerbread house of course! First, so that every girl could take part with adequate supervision, we had a 'Baking at Home with…

Services to Celebrate Christmas at Lenzie Union

You are warmly welcomed to come and worship with us this Christmas, and celebrate God's gift of Love, the baby Jesus, born in Bethlehem! Members of our congregation will lead our services: Sunday 15th December at 11.00am - Service of Lessons and…

Sunday Worship 8th December 2024

2nd Sunday of Advent.Today our Service of Communion was led by Rev Adah Younger. We considered John the Baptist, through the words of Malachi and Luke. 

The Christmas Experience

A multisensory drama, open to the public for one night only Move around the church from scene to scene as the Christmas story unfolds. Over the last ten years, this has been a great success with the primary school pupils who visited during the day…

The Bethlehem Experience

You are invited to come to 'Bethlehem' Meet the Wise Men and the Shepherds,  visit the stable and hear the Nativity Story! Make a Christingle and enjoy Bethlehem crafts and games. Enjoy a hot drink or juice at the Camel Stop Cafe! All are…

The Lenzie Nativity Trail

Our knitted animals have been on a journey again and have finally arrived in the shop windows in Lenzie! Join our nativity trail and find the sheep, donkeys and camels. Look on the tags round their necks and see their names, then jot them…

Sunday Worship 1st December 2024

1st Sunday of AdventToday we welcomed the young people, parents and friends of the 12th Glasgow/1st Lenzie Scout Group for their annual parade. The service was led by Rev Leslie Grieve, and we considered the meaning of Advent. 

The Christmas Experience

A multisensory drama, open to the public for one night only! Move around the church from scene to scene as the Christmas story unfolds. Over the last ten years, this has been a great success with the primary school pupils who visited during the day…

Hall Lets

The church has 3 halls and a small room accomodation in dean house - next door. If you wish to make use of our spaces please get in touch. 

More About Lenzie Union

Lenzie Union Parish Church was established in 1873. We are a vibrant church, situated at the heart of a busy local community just north east of Glasgow, with easy transport links from the city and surrounding areas. There is on street parking…

Youth Service with Lenzie Scouts

Lenzie Scout St Andrew's Day Parade - Youth Service 11.00am

Sunday Service 24th November

On Sunday 24th November our Service was led by Mr John Nicolson, and the theme was 'Faith - Is seeing really believing?'

Lodging House Mission Christmas Appeal

Please can you help this Christmas?  Message from the Lodging House Mission We would love for everyone who comes to us to have something in their Christmas bag that they would like, rather than just what they need. We would also love to provide…

Constructive Designs at Girls Brigade

Earlier this year, we were delighted to be successful in our application for the Tesco Stronger Starts scheme which supports local good causes. Tesco customers in Kirkintilloch, Cumbernauld, Craigmarloch and Bishopbriggs stores voted during April,…

Update November 2024 Released

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Sunday Service, 3rd November 2024

On Sunday 3rd Nov our service was led by Rev Dr Kleber Machado and included the dedication of the Guild. We also gave thanks for the work of CrossReach.  We are called to be 'living stones', building God's Kingdom and leading others in His…

Contacts

Meet some of the people who keep our church running!  Feel free to contact them for further information

A Wonderful Evening

On Saturday 26th October, the Kirkintilloch Male Voice Choir entertained a large audience of family, friends and church members. We were treated to a variety of songs from Alexander’s Ragtime Band to Black Island, an American trilogy and a superb…

Youth Cafe starts back this week!

Youth Cafe is a free space for young people so if you want to hang out and enjoy loads of activities, food or just chat come along and pick up a consent form to attend Youth Cafe. You can email for a consent form in advance.  Hope to see you…

The Guild – James Carmichael - an excellent speaker

Monday 21st October   Our guest speaker this evening was James Carmichael, a retired lecturer and crime writer who grew up in Glasgow. His topic was Polio which turned out to be a most inspiring, thought provoking and enlightening talk. The…

20th October 2024

4 As it is written in the book of the words of Isaiah the prophet: ‘A voice of one calling in the wilderness, “Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him. 5 Every valley shall be filled in, every mountain and hill made low. The…

Sunday Service, 20th October 24

This week our service was led by Mr John Nicolson. The theme was 'Rejoicing in God' and we read Psalm 66, and thought about God's never ending love for us!

What a fantastic weekend away!

This autumn some of the youngsters from 1st Lenzie Boys’ Brigade and 1st Lenzie Girls’ Brigade enjoyed a fantastic weekend away to Abernethy Outdoor Centre at Nethy Bridge, run by the Abernethy Trust. We enjoyed a selection of activities…

Sunday Service, 13th October 2024

Today's service was lead by John Nicolson on the theme of "Longing for God"

13th October

1As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. 2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? 3 My tears have been my food day and night, while people say to me all day long, ‘Where is…

Week 13 Oct

Once the crowd realized that neither Jesus nor his disciples were there, they got into the boats and went to Capernaum in search of Jesus. When they found him on the other side of the lake, they asked him, “Rabbi, when did you get here?” Jesus…

Mathew 7, V 7-14

7 ‘Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. 8 For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened. 9 ‘Which of you, if your son asks…

Welcome Team

Please smile as you greet folks each Sunday.

Flower Rota

Thank you to all who help with the flowers in church each week. For each Sunday, please provide and place flowers on  both flower stands to the right and left of the chancel.

The Guild - Off to a great start!

It's always lovely to get together on opening night after such a long break, to meet up and chat over a cuppa and some delicious home baking. Last night however, we experienced a real treat! The entertainment was top notch. Kirsty Duncan, a…

Sunday Service, 6th October 2024

Our Harvest thanksgiving service for 2024, led by Mr Phil Allan'The Journey May be Tough, but the Rewards are Worth it!'

Sunday Service, 29th September 2024

Compromise and No Compromise On Sunday past (29nd September) the service was led by Rev Donald MacLeod. Reading was from Mark 9 : 38-50

Worship for Everyone

Worship is for everyone. People who are newly curious about God worship side by side with people who have been Christians for decades. You don’t have to be a Church member to join in, and it’s for all ages. Worship basically means…

Funerals

A Minister is always available to take funerals and to help wherever he can in a time of bereavement. You don’t have to be a church member. Funeral services are always personal and unique for each person.

Weddings

Lenzie Union with its beautiful ambiance has been the setting for lots of weddings over the years. To find out more just contact the session clerk or interim moderator. Wedding services in the church and other locations are a time to thank God for…

Baptism

Baptism (or Christening), is a celebration when adults or children are welcomed into the church family. It usually takes place at the 11am Sunday service. You don’t have to be a church member and a Minister is always delighted to chat about baptism…

Flower Group

Each Sunday throughout the seasons the flower group takes delight in creating floral arrangements, sometimes intricate, sometimes simple, but always beautiful, and always adding to the peaceful ambience of the church as we worship together. And at…

Youth Cafe

By being an adult presence at Youth Café on a rota basis? Learn more.Please contact Kim for further information. 07482678955 youthworker@lupc.org

Our Coffee Mornings

Perhaps join a rota? At Meeting Place on a Wednesday morning - learn more. Contact Iris 0141 776 5170 At Coffee Pot on a Friday morning - learn more. Contact Fiona 0774 846 0325

Driving Others to Church

A few people need help to get to church. Would you be willing join a rota and to help occasionally?Contact Hugh       hugh.wright7@ntlworld.com

Church Gardens

Enjoy pottering about in the garden? Join the Gardening Group and help keep our grounds looking attractive. Contact Sheila 07815851777

Church Flowers

Do you enjoy arranging flowers? … or simply want to donate a bunch ?Learn more about the group.Get in touch with Elizabeth on 07742387027

Boys Brigade

Did you enjoy going to Boys Brigade in your youth?   Would you consider helping out at Boys Brigade, either occasionally or regularly? If so, contact Hugh Wright to find out more. hugh.wright7@ntlworld.com Learn more about Lenzie BBs

AV in Church

There is a space at this desk for you!   Why not give it a go? We’d be delighted to welcome, guide and support you.  Contact Margaret 07792168826 

Week 23 Sep

Once the crowd realized that neither Jesus nor his disciples were there, they got into the boats and went to Capernaum in search of Jesus. When they found him on the other side of the lake, they asked him, “Rabbi, when did you get here?” Jesus…

Safeguarding

Ensuring a Safe Church for All  The church has a deep concern for the safety and wellbeing of everyone.  Working together with the Safeguarding Service we seek to safeguard the welfare of anyone who encounters the services and activities in…

Governance and Policies

Whistleblowing Policy The Kirk Session agreed their latest revision of the Whistleblowing Policy in August 2022. You can download this latest version here. Code of Conduct for Members, Visitors and Users of the Premises  The Code of Conduct for…

Prayer Chain

If you feel the need of prayer support for any situation the prayer chain of dedicated members are always ready to pray. Your message will be sent through the chain, sympathetically and with full confidentiality.You can leave a message…

Shona and Malcolm Mackay

In addition to the confidential Prayer Chain, we are pleased to receive requests for prayer for the work of the church, the community and the wider world, to be included in the Prayer Diary which is produced every 4 months. Together with Lenzie…

Audrey

In need of prayer? Please call on the number below. Or send a message with the heading “Prayer Chain”  If you feel the need of prayer support for any situation the prayer chain of 15 dedicated members are always ready to pray. Your message…

Rev. Donald MacLeod

Hi, do you have any concerns? or need a listening ear …or a prayer?  I’m at the other end of a phone.    

Kleber Machado

During this time of vacancy please feel free to contact me.

Looking for Pastoral Care Team Volunteers

The session has agreed to the formation of a Pastoral Care Team to augment the role of the Elder and our Pastoral Assistant, Donald Macleod. The Holy Spirit has given us all different gifts and talents to use to his glory but everyone who belongs to…

A bible, a baked potato and a blether!

What a wonderful time of fellowship, fun and food we had on Sunday 25 August. Our pastoral assistant Donald Macleod led worship preaching on Psalm 23 , The Lord is my Shepherd. After the service, the Mission and Discipleship team made lunch for…

Rendezvous

Rendezvous is an after church social meeting place. You'll be served a hot cup of tea or a coffee and have the chance to chat with friends or. friends you haven't met yet. Rendezvous is in the New Hall and it also where the children who attend…

Sunday Morning Community Breakfast

Join us at the Sunday Morning Community Breakfast before the church service once a month (check our website for details of the next one)Enjoy good food and good company. Open to all.

The Coffee Pot

Good coffee, tasty home baking, friendly chat Have you heard about the famous Coffee Pot cheese scones? The equally famous fruit scones? Or the cream sponge or tray bakes? Why not come and try them for yourself at Coffee Pot. Coffee Pot takes place…

The Meeting Place

It's WEDNESDAY – halfway to the weekend! The best way to celebrate the middle of the week is by visiting The Meeting Place Coffee Shop where you are guaranteed a warm welcome, cheerful service and delicious home baking. A fully accessible space for…

Alpha

Want to explore the basics of the Christian faith in an open, friendly environment? We're delighted to invite you to our Alpha classes, on Wednesday afternoons starting 1:30 pm until around 3:00pm from the beginning of October, in the Lenzie Union…

Cluster studies

Opportunities to share, learn together and grow in faith. Watch out for the next one, a new study  is planned for Spring 2025.

Lenzie Prays

Prayer for our community and beyond Two local churches Lenzie Union and Lenzie Old unite in prayer. Come and pray together. "Lenzie Prays" .... Together with Lenzie Old Church we seek opportunities for prayer for the community and beyond. Feel free…

Daily Devotional

Download this app (Lectio 365) on your phone.Lectio 365 is a free daily devotional resource that helps you pray and read the Bible every day. Tune into God’s presence and peace by slowing down, meditating on scripture, listening to God and praying…

The Guild

Looking for opportunities to meet old friends and make new ones too? Get together twice a month at the Guild from October ‘til March, mostly in the evenings, occasionally in the afternoons. Enjoy each other’s company, chat over a cuppa. Be…

ART for Seniors

Can’t draw or paint? Be surprised!Under the friendly expert guidance of our artist Bev McCluskey we are amazed with the results of our endeavours! She leads us step by step and somehow we all end up with a piece of art which we can’t wait to show…

De Café

Come along to a friendly De Cafe, on the second Monday of the month. Relax in a safe, welcoming space where those with dementia can enjoy cake and chat, whilst their carers have a chance to find out from Ceartas where they can find additional…

Silver Movers

Looking for a gentle way to keep your mind and body active? Come and join us twice a month for a wee boogie and a blether. You’ll find a sociable bunch at LUPC on the 1st and 3rd Monday’s of the month between 1.30 and 2.30 pm in the Old Hall…

Bible Class

“A good way to start the week!” That’s how one teenager described Bible Class. An opportunity for Secondary School kids to get together, explore the Bible and learn about Jesus in a fun, relaxed way through videos, quizzes, puzzles, treasure…

Lighthouse (Sunday School)

Come and Shine with Us! Every Sunday we gather in the church for all age worship during the first part of the service, before the children are welcomed to share stories and activities in the more relaxed space of the New Hall. A recent theme was…

1st Lenzie Company Boys’ Brigade

1st Lenzie Company Boys’ Brigade is a lively group of over 50 boys who enjoy loads of interesting activities. Come and join in the fun! Always happy to have new members! We meet on Friday evenings: Anchor Boys (P1-P3) - 6.15 - 7.15pm Junior…

1st Lenzie Company Girls’ Brigade

“If it wasn’t for GB I wouldn't be me. I am unique, I have faith, GB really is the place to be!” Buzz along to Girls’ Brigade! Make new friends while having fun! Tuesday evenings during term time from 7 to 8.15 pm for all school-age girls.…