The 100-year-old building at 170 Queen’s Drive was created for 1200 to worship in. Now it has been split in two to serve the congregation of under 200 and the entire community round about.

The space between the upper balconies has been floored to create a modern, flexible sanctuary.

The fixed pews and pulpit on the ground level were auctioned off to raise funds towards the £600,000 costs and that area has been converted into a warm, welcoming community area with offices, toilets, meeting rooms and soon a community café.

The years of visionary work were led by minister, the Rev. Malcolm Duff and a brave and prayerful congregation.
They celebrated on October 7 with their first service in the re-formed interior. The following day the building was dedicated by the Rev Alastair Cherry, Moderator of the Presbytery of Glasgow in the morning while a Thanksgiving Communion Service was held in the evening.

In the process, a magnificent stained glass Cottier window was fully uncovered along with original Cottier wall covering which has been refurbished.

Said Malcolm Duff, ‘We believe this change was necessary if we were to be equipped to serve the community around us in Christ’s name. We sincerely hope that by opening our doors to the community around us, they will feel the building belongs to them and that they belong to the building.’

Local Councillor Malcolm Cunning added, ‘I am delighted that the congregation at Queen’s Park Church has grasped the opportunity. The redevelopment of the building will enhance the range of facilities in the area and the work of the Church itself.’

At the celebration service the Rev. Peter Neilson said a church building gave a message about the kind of God to be found inside before anyone stepped through the door. ‘By transforming your church building you have released many gifts and dreams which God has planted. You’ve done this together and you’ll continue to grow through using your God-given talents.’