Coordinates the quarterly Movement magazine.
Plans and supports learning opportunities for adults, ranging from the monthly “Sunday Forums” with guest speakers, to the Wednesday Morning Book Study to seasonal Lenten study or spirituality groups, and periodic house groups for discussion on a wide-range of topics. The group collaborates with our ecumenical partners, Greyfriars Kirk and Augustine United Church in offering occasional shared programmes.
Provides oversight for the management of the church’s finances, support for the Treasurer and finance team, and serves as a source of advice and counsel for the Vestry.
Coordinates the planning for all worship and music at St. Columba’s, including the Sunday morning service, Christmas, Holy Week and mid-week and special services. A separate group plans the monthly “St. C’s@Seven”.
Coordinates and encourages our work for peace, justice and the care of creation – both as individuals and as a congregation. Encourages and helps to facilitate volunteer opportunities in collaboration with our ecumenical partners, Greyfriars Kirk and Augustine United URC . Also maintains various avenues of support for our close neighbours in the Castlecliff Hostel which is for those awaiting permanent housing. Manages the church’s financial giving to other charities, locally, nationally or internationally.
The St. Columba’s Resources Co. Ltd. is the facilities management company which maintains the buildings and hall lettings on behalf of the Vestry. The Company Directors provide oversight and planning with the help of a Building Group which looks after our buildings on a day to day basis.