Our News
Our News
Bill Russell
On Sunday, 14th June, 2015, Bill Russell was presented with a certificate to mark over 40 years service as our Church Organist at Mure Memorial. His many years of faithful service to Mure Memorial has been greatly appreciated over the years. It is with great sadness that Bill passed away on the 27th April, 2016. Below is Bill’s Obitury as appeared in the Link, written by Janet Park:
Three 90th Birthday Celebrations
On the 29th , 2015, we enjoyed a lunch to celebrate three of our members reaching 90. Jean Russell, Jimmy Russell and John Coutts definitely enjoyed their day on reaching this remarkable milestone.
Community Fun Day 2014
A fabulous day was enjoyed by all who came along and participated in all the entertainment and activities
available. Many thanks to everyone who attended and to all who contributed in any way to the day.
Queen’s Badge Award Winners 2013
At the Company Section Annual Inspection in 2013, three long-serving young men were awarded the Queen’s Badge after many months of work.
John and Anna Gallagher Diamond Wedding 2013
John and Anna Gallagher celebrated their Diamond Wedding with a celebration junch after the Sunday
service.
Christmas Nativity Service 2013
The congregation were treated
to a production of the story of
the birth of Jesus – with a real
live baby actor. Lots of music
New Elders and Long Service Awards 2013
Above: 11 new elders were
ordained on Sunday, 24th
February, 2013, plus 2 were re-
admitted.
Boys’ Brigade Long Service Award 2013
At the Company Section Annual Inspection, on the 17th May, 2013, Glasgow Battalion Secretary Jim McVean presented 137th Captain John Strachan with two Long Service Awards. One for being captain for 30 years and one for reaching 55 years service with the Boys’ Brigade. An excellent achievement
Junior Section Christmas Party 2021
The boys enjoyed their Christmas Party on Thursday, 16th December, 2021 and had great fun at the various games, including pass the parcel, musical chairs and charades. Please click on the thumbnails below to view the pictures.
Thanks to everyone who participated and to Peter for the editing.
Christmas Angels 2021
Thanks to Garrowhill Primary School children for decorating the church railings with Christmas Angels. Looks very nice.
Thanks to everyone who participated and to Peter for the editing.
Christmas Card Design Activity 2021
We are delighted to announce the three designs which will be printed as Christmas cards for distribution to our church members, were designed by the following children:
Thanks to everyone who participated and to Peter for the editing.
COP26 POETRY SUCCESS
One of our Junior Sections boys, Steven Bennie, achieved great success when taking part in the Lord Provost’s COP26 Poetry Competition, by reaching the final of the competition.
BONFIRE NIGHT EVENT
Mure Memorial and St Andrew’s BONFIRE NIGHT EVENT at Mure Memorial Church grounds
on 5th November, 2021 from 6.30 to 7.30 p.m.