Thank you to @henrymidgley.bsky.social & Aileen Murphie from @durham.ac.uk for sharing their expertise & insight into the National Audit Office and its pivotal role in holding government to account. Read the book: www.routledge.com/Holding-Gove...

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

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.

Can’t be with us in London? Join St Columba’s from anywhere through our Sunday livestream. Easy, convenient & welcoming — our digital congregation is a vital part of our church family. www.stcolumbas.org.uk/live-stream.

Meet the Team at St Columba’s! We’re excited to launch a series introducing the wonderful people who make our church community so special. First up is Benedict Lewis-Smith, our talented Director of Music! Stay tuned as we continue to shine a spotlight on more amazing members of our team!

Event | Local government reorganisation and public service delivery: What are the options and challenges? With @jydenham.bsky.social Harborough District Council Norse Group North Yorkshire Council @matthewfright.bsky.social www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/event/local-...

"You can’t pour from an empty cup." At St Columba’s, caring for yourself—through prayer, rest, or kindness—helps you share love and hope with others. Take a moment this week to pause, breathe, and refill your cup. #SelfCare

How should the government successfully implement and enhance devolution across the North of England? Join us on Tuesday 30 Sept at #Lab25 with @lpoolcityregion.bsky.social, City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council, @livuniheseltine.bsky.social www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/event/ifg-la...

Maybe its time to repost this @instituteforgovernment.org.uk @theifs.bsky.social Chartered Institute of Taxation report from 2017 (!).. If only.. www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/publication/...

Royal Moments at St Columba’s Over the years, we’ve been honoured to welcome members of the Royal Family to our church on Pont Street — moments that celebrate the enduring ties between the Church of Scotland and the Royal Household. #StColumbas #RoyalFamily

The first sloes in the hedgerows mark autumn’s arrival. Small signs of change remind us to pause, savour the moment, and give thanks for the beauty of God’s creation. #StColumbas #Autumn

Rayner is absolute class. She's been a bit silly in organising her taxes, but that's not why they hate her. They hate her because she did not know her place.

Oh God no.

any US congressman who is fully across a row between the Nottingham Post and Nottinghamshire council is welcome to holiday in the Cotswolds AT ANY TIME, and we will not refuse to serve him in our farm shops

Harvest Appeal 2025 We’re collecting food for The Upper Room (UR4 Meals) to support their vital work feeding the homeless. 21 & 28 Sept, 5 Oct Upper Vestibule Tuna, rice, tea, coffee & more. Thank you! www.theupperroom.org.uk

delighted to contribute a section on energy and net zero to this...one of the areas where the government can point to change (maybe why @anandmenon.bsky.social didn't highlight it!). Rest is essential autumn reading

Farage’s “probity and judgment were sold as the product called Brexit. It turned out to be a piece of shit.” And, unbelievably, this Labour govt finds itself trapped because it has refused to call this out. What a profound - and now dangerous - political failure. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Scottish Blessings Series – Week 6 “May yer troubles be less & yer blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door.” A Scottish toast of hope and peace to brighten your day. #Hospitality #HighlandHeart #ScottishBlessings #StColumbasChurch

sensible stuff on the "revived" Pensions Commission from @pjtheeconomist.bsky.social in @thetimes.com www.thetimes.com/business-mon... Here's @instituteforgovernment.org.uk take on lessons this Pensions Commission should learn from its predecessor www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/new-...

I saw a sign: “Give gifts” – but “gifts” was crossed out and replaced with “time”. Time is the one thing we can’t buy back. This weekend, skip the wrapping paper and spend an hour with someone you love. That’s the gift they’ll remember.

Week 5 of our Scottish blessings: “Ye cannae make a silk purse oot o’ a sow’s lug.” Be true to who you are – value truth over appearances, and celebrate the gifts God gave you. #TrueToYourself #ScotsCommonSense

Join us for a short time of prayer Sunday 10th August Scottish Chapel | 10.15–10.30am Praying together for the life and work of St Columba’s. All are welcome. #StColumbasChurch #PrayerTogether #FaithInCommunity

I watched the Kemi Badenoch interview so you don't have to iandunt.substack.com/p/i-watched-...

“May the best ye’ve ever seen be the worst ye’ll ever see.” A Scottish blessing for brighter days and kinder moments ahead. #BlessingOfHope #ScottishGoodness #StColumbasChurch

St Columba’s will again host events for the St Andrew’s Book Festival – a celebration of Scottish writing in the heart of London. 27–30 Nov 2025 Pont Street Save the date & join us for a feast of stories and ideas #StColumbas #BookFestival #ScottishCulture #LondonEvents

“He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.” — Psalm 23:2–3 Like a boat resting on the shore, may we find stillness and renewal in God's gentle presence today. From all of us at St Columba’s, peace be with you. #Psalm23 #StColumbasPontStreet #FaithAndRest

Join us for free Scottish dancing in Kensington Gardens! By the bandstand near the Round Pond Sat 16, 23 & 30 Aug 2–4pm Live music + easy ceilidh dances for all ages. No partner needed. Details: www.rscdslondon.org.uk @LondonRSCDS #CeilidhInThePark

Looking for free ways to entertain the kids in London this summer? Here are 50+ brilliant, budget-friendly ideas — from splash parks to museums, farms & more! Explore the list: smudgedpostcard.com/free-things-... #FreeInLondon #FamilyDaysOut #SchoolHolidays

Vigil for Peace Join Kensington URC on the 1st Sunday of every month, 3–4pm, at the Alec Clifton-Taylor Memorial Garden (W8 4SG). A quiet hour of reflection, prayer & solidarity for all affected by war and conflict. All faiths & none welcome. [email protected]

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” — John 1:5 Like a lighthouse in a storm, light endures. Your light still matters. No darkness can put it out. #Faith #Hope #John15 #LightInDarkness #StColumbasChurch

RELIEF CARETAKER WANTED St Columba’s Church, Pont Street One day a week + occasional evenings/weekends Practical and reliable Good with people Looking for flexible work? Help care for our church and support hall users. Contact the Church Office for details. #JobAlert

“Lord, teach us to pray.” This Sunday, we reflect on prayer not as perfection — but persistence. Join us at 11am at St Columba’s, Pont Street. All are welcome. #Luke11 #SundayService #StColumbasLondon #TeachUsToPray

Dial into Worship – No Internet Needed Know someone without internet who’d love to join Sunday worship? They can call in by phone: Call 0208 080 6591 at 10:40am ID: 884 4746 5645 Passcode: 838727 Hear organ music from 10:50am #StColumbasLondon #ChurchForEveryone #DialInWorship #AccessibleFaith