St. Columba United Church

St. Columba can trace its roots to around 1899 - now that's way back there, isn't it? Throughout the history of Greenwood, Canada's smallest city by the way, the church has hung in there during the ups and downs. Many have been blessed and helped over the years, as this congregation of God's people has demonstrated faithfulness and resiliency. A vital part of Greenwood and the West Boundary. St. Columba joins together with St. John’s in Grand Forks, and Perley Memorial in Christina Lake. Our area includes Christina Lake to the east, Christian Valley to the north, and Bridesville to the west. Together we are the Boundary Pastoral Charge of the United Church of Canada.

About the Service

You are welcome to join us for our regular Sunday service at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School classes are now running during the church service. The Rev. George Meier conducts Communion usually around the first Sunday of each month, with lay leaders leading services for the rest of the month. If you would like to come to a Communion service, contact the office for upcoming times & dates for the next service.

About the Neighbourhood

St. Columba is in the heart of Greenwood, located along Hwy. 3 and adjacent to the ballpark. A short walking distance to many local restaurants, stores, museum, and city park. Lots of parking is available.

Quick Facts

What area is served by St. Columba?

People join us for the Sunday service from Rock Creek, Kettle Valley, Midway and Greenwood and our outreach stretches all the way to Beaverdell.

What is a welcoming church?

A welcoming congregation is one that provides the opportunity to do something meaningful. (look for a new phrase each week)

Who do I contact with questions?

Contact our Pastoral Charge offiice secretary, Colleen at 250-442-3311 or call Arlene Ashton at 250-445-6714 after 6:00 p.m..

What music is played during services?

Mostly piano, as we sing along to old favourites and occasionally some new songs.

What's heavenly about your church?

We have great acoustics, along with the easy going, warm hearted people that worship here.

How do people dress for service?

Some dress, some casual, but there is no 'dress code', so whatever is comfortable for you.

What happens after the service?

For those who would like to stay afterwards, there is coffee, tea, goodies together with fellowship.

Do you have Sunday School?

Yes, although small in size, classes are held during the regular service time.

Church Minister

Rev. George Meier

George Meier: Intentional Interim Minister at Boundary Pastoral Charge, St. Columba-Greenwood, St. John's-Grand Forks and Perley Memorial-Christina Lake. George Meier has thirteen years of United Church of Christ ministry experience in local church settings calling for change leadership. His pastoral experience includes systems analysis, extensive church renovations, strategic planning, labyrinth installations, and the conception and design of contemporary worship including a music resource linked to the Revised Common Lectionary. George coaches clergy and lay leaders in progressive churches, and works with them to develop and apply their leadership gifts through the process of becoming more deeply "Heart-Sighted." George practiced law for nineteen years and has extensive experience in nonprofit leadership. He has received training in conflict management and Intentional Interim Ministry. He has led Association and Conference workshops on aspects of leading change.

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