Parkhead
A Welcoming & Friendly Church
We are a Christian church, here for you in Parkhead.
Our Values:
Approachable; Caring & Compassionate; Faith; Forgiving; Inclusive; Supportive; Welcoming & Befriending
Our mission:
"Others"
Our vision:
'We will be Spirit filled, praying disciples with a burning desire to make Jesus real to the people of Parkhead.'
Where we are
136 Tollcross Road
Parkhead
Glasgow
G31 4XA
United Kingdom
Email address:
Parkhead@salvationarmy.org.uk
Phone:
0141 5547437
Captain Amy-Jo Battersby
Corps Leader
parkhead@salvationarmy.org.uk
55.850135, -4.19411
Check out each month for the event that month and details. You may have to come back for updates as we flesh out what each event will look like.
January - Ceilidh
Come join us as we kick off our 140th year with a good old Scottish ceilidh. Lets dance our way into the new year together.
Date: 03 January 2026
Venue: Parkhead Salvation Army, 136 Tollcross Rd, G31 4XA
Time: 6pm
Price: Free
Please note that the capacity for the building for this event is 80 and will be a first come basis.
February - Corps Anniversary Weekend
This weekend is a special one, our birthday weekend! We are celebrating both the 140 years behind us and all that lies ahead!
We will be joined by special guests Commissioners Keith and Yvonne Conrad, International Secretaries for the Africa Zone at International Headquarters.
Date: 21 - 22 February 2026
Venue: Parkhead Salvation Army, 136 Tollcross Rd, G31 4XA
Price: Free
Saturday 21 February 2026
6pm - 'Get to know you' evening with the commissioners - we will learn about the work of The Salvation Army in some of the African countries represented within our corps. We will share in food and worship as we learn together.
This evening includes a 'faith tea'. Please make us aware if you are attending with food allergies.
Sunday 22 February 2026
10:30am - We are gathering to worship under the leadership of the commissioners as we celebrate 140 years of mission. Please come and join us as we look forward and give thanks to God for all he has done and all that he will continue to do through us. We will share in refreshments after the service.
March - Talent Night
In March we are looking for local talent to come and showcase at our talent night!
Date: 14 March 2026
Venue: Parkhead Salvation Army, 136 Tollcross Rd, G31 4XA
Time: 6PM
Price: Free (opportunity to make a donation on exit)
If you would like to present a talent, please contact at Parkhead@salvationarmy.org.uk
April - Youth Chorus Weekend
Our Young people are planning this weekend and have the divisional youth chorus attending as special guests. Come and hear their message, both spoken and sung as we celebrate the young people in our corps and across the division.
Date: 25-26 April 2026
Venue: Parkhead Salvation Army, 136 Tollcross Rd, G31 4XA
Price: Free
Saturday 25 April 2026 - 7PM
Come and enjoy music from the divisional youth chorus at Parkhead Salvation Army. Refreshments will be served after the event.
Sunday 26 April 2026 - 10:30am
We will gather to worship with the youth of the corps and celebrate them and God's provision both of and for them.
May - Visit of the International Staff Songsters (ISS)
This weekend is a very special one, as in addition to celebrating 140 years of our church in Parkhead, our songsters (choir) are also marking their 120th anniversary. To celebrate we have invited the International Staff Songsters to join with us and share a weekend of sharing with our community.
Date: 16-17 May 2026
More details will be published soon!
June - Corps Trip and YP Annual
Our church is going to the zoo! We have our corps trip to Five Sisters Zoo this year and will be joined by Major Vivienne Prescott and her husband Richard who will share with us over the weekend.
Date: 6-7 June 2026
More details published soon!
July - Picnic in the Park
To coincide with the commonwealth games in Glasgow, we will be hosting a community sports day along with other churches in Tollcross park. Everyone is welcome to come along and try out some of the challenges!
Date: 25 July 2026
Venue: Tollcross Park
Price: Free
More details published soon!
August - Back to school Sunday
Back to school Sunday / back to Church Sunday. After a well deserved summer holiday, things are starting to find a routine again. We can't wait for this service, and what better way to worship and celebrate this weekend than a good old Sunday School chorus/ School Assembly bangers service!
Come and join us for all your favourites as we pray for the children returning to school.
Date: 16 August 2026
Time: 10:30am
Venue: Parkhead Salvation Army, 136 Tollcross Rd, Parkhead, G31 4XA
Price: Free (collection taken during the service)
September - Reunion Weekend
Have you ever been part of Parkhead Salvation Army? Perhaps you were dedicated here, or married here, or have family members who would bring you along in years gone by. We want to invite you to our reunion weekend!
Date: 5-6 September 2026
More details published soon!
October - Harvest Celebration
All good gifts around us, are sent from heaven above, so we are going to thank the Lord for all his love this weekend. And we have a lot to thank him for!
We will be joined by Commissioners Carol & Ivor Telfer who will lead our Harvest weekend.
Date: 10-11 October 2026
Venue: Parkhead Salvation Army, 136 Tollcross Rd, Parkhead, G31 4XA
Price: TBC
Details to be published soon!
November - Band Weekend
We can't wait to celebrate our band this weekend and all the talent God has given to them.
Date: TBC
More information to be published soon!
December - Community Carol Service
More details to be published soon!
Saturday 5 October 2024 at 7PM
No cost on the door (an offering will be taken)
Check back regularly for news and upcoming events
0930 - First Sunday of the month - Breakfast Prayers (Free breakfast as we pray together)
10:30 - Sunday Worship (every week)
11:00 - Sunday School (kids go from the service with our dedicated children's team).
12:00 - Tea/ Coffee Fellowship
12:30 - Fortnightly Singing Group (choir) practice
Our Singing Group is open to everyone who would like to sing. If you want more information please contact us using the details at the top of the page.
Contact us for information on the following activities (details at the top of the page):
19:00 - Bi-Monthly Bible Study (in person & online)
19:00 - Monthly Quiz (online)
12:00 to 14:00 - Lunch Club & Fellowship (£2 for 2 courses)
When you arrive at our hall, please use the alley on the right hand side of the building to come right up to the back door. The banner shows the way.
12:00 to 13:00 - Community Drop-in & Foodbank
20:00 to 21:30 - Band Practice
If you want to learn to play an instrument or would like to join our band, you will be most welcome. Please reach out to us for more information on the contact details at the top of the page.
This is a warm space with access to Wi-Fi. Anyone is welcome to attend and all services are free of charge.
17:00 to 18:00 Every Second Saturday of the month - Parkhead Home League (NEW FOR 2026)
For families to come and worship and pray together, resourcing and equipping each other and sharing in fellowship.
Every Saturday - Come find us at Parkhead Forge where we will be out collecting and selling the War Cry. We are available for a chat with anyone and would love to meet you.
Our charity shop is conveniently located in the middle of Parkhead.
Check below for our opening times. You will always be welcome at our charity shop.
2 Tollcross Road, Parkhead, Glasgow, G31 4XD
Phone: 07810 059682
Opening Times
Mondays 10am - 2pm
Tuesdays 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 1pm
Saturday 12pm - 2pm
Please note we can not ordinarily arrange uplift of items as all of our staff are volunteers.
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