What we Do
Throughout the week we have events running within the church and we would be delighted to welcome you along. Below is a snapshot of many of the groups that meet both in our church and in our community. Please contact us for more information.
Children and Young people
GNR8 & Revolve
Our Young People groups cater for toddlers up to 16. Everyone is together in the main church for community worship at the beginning and then the young people leave for their groups. A creche is also available.
Youth Group - Thursdays (7-9PM)
Our youth group meets every Thursday at 7PM in the Church Hall. We have a full programme of activities and trips away. We meet during term times and have a team of experienced youth leaders.
Schools
Our Family and Community Pastor Irene Campbell is involved with several schools in the East Kilbride community.
Home Groups
Home Groups
Our home groups run throughout East Kilbride and are led by members of our church. Information about our various groups are below. If you are interested in joining a small group then please ask any of our home group leaders, stewards, elders or pastors.
Young Adults @ McGarry House
Our Young Adults small group is for anyone aged between 18 – 39 and meets at Paul and Gillian’s House in Lindsayfield. The group meets on alternate Tuesdays at 7:30PM
Baird Hill Home Group @ Jo and Frances' House
Hosted by Jo and Frances and led by Irene, it meets on alternate Tuesdays at 7:30PM
Campbell Place Home Group @ Mark and Maria's House
Hosted by Maria and Mark and led by Maria, it meets on alternate Tuesdays at 7:30PM
Winton Park Home Group @ Harry and May's House
Hosted by Harry and May and led by Bill, it meets on alternate Wednesdays at 7:30PM
Winnipeg Drive Home Group @ Bob and Cilla's House
Hosted by Bob and Cilla and Co-ordinated by Anne, it meets on alternate Thursdays at 7:30PM
Fellowship Groups
Men's Events
The men’s fellowship meets throughout the year with a regular programme of breakfasts, dinners, weekends away and social events. These are promoted through the church, our calendar and email lists.
Women's Fellowship
Our women’s fellowship meets each month for a programme of informative meetings with speakers from far and wide, followed by home baking. All women are very welcome to come along. We meet in the church lounge on the 2nd Monday of every month at 1:45PM
Ladies' Events
Throughout the year we have an open programme for ladies of all ages within the wider community. This can include social events, informative talks and weekends away. These are promoted through the church, our calendar and email lists.
Community Groups
Alpha
Throughout the year we run the Alpha Course. This internationally recognised course provides an exploration of faith in a relaxed environment that includes plenty of time for discussion as well as an excellent dinner.
Food Bank
EK community foodbank is a short term care initiative that runs in partnership with churches throughout East Kilbride.
Food parcels are given out on Sunday at Westwood Baptist church between 2:30PM – 4PM. If you require emergency help please contact 01355 247660 between 9AM – 4PM Monday – Friday
Harvest Store and Community Cafe
Our community cafe runs every Tuesday between 10AM-12PM. It is a great opportunity to grab a cuppa and hot rolls. We also host a discounted fruit and veg store.
Taketime Spiritual Meditation
Take time out of a busy schedule to relax and refocus. This group meets on the third Monday of each month between 11AM-12:15PM.
This group is led by experienced Ignation Meditation facilitators.
Wellness Cafe
The Wellness Cafe is on the first Monday of each month, 10:30AM – 12:30PM. It is run by Healing ek. Come and enjoy coffee, tea and freshly made scones. Massage, prayer, stress relieving meditation and a warm welcome are all provided.
Kerith Counselling Service
Our church partners with Kerith counselling. An East Kilbride service that provides a renowned, professional counselling and support service.