About Lochs Free Church of Scotland
Lochs Free Church of Scotland is part of the Free Church tradition and meets in Isle of Lewis, Na h-Eileanan Siar. Its home is Crossbost, Isle of Lewis. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at www.lochsfreechurch.co.uk.
The Free Church tradition holds a distinctive place within British church life. The Free Church of Scotland was formed at the Disruption of 1843, when hundreds of ministers left the established Kirk over the right of congregations to call their own ministers. It remains strongest in the Highlands and Islands and holds a conservative Reformed faith, with psalm singing still central to worship in many congregations. It has around 100 congregations. The tradition traces its modern form to 1843. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts around 100 congregations.
The congregation shares in a long history of worship in Scotland, a nation whose Christian story runs from Iona and Whithorn to today's city church plants. Isle of Lewis lies within Na h-Eileanan Siar, whose county town is Stornoway. The church forms part of the wider Free Church presence across Na h-Eileanan Siar.
Thinking of coming along? Simply turn up: no invitation is needed. Allow a little extra time for getting there, as parking close to older church buildings can be tight, and if accessibility is a concern, a quick call ahead will confirm arrangements such as ramps, accessible toilets or a hearing loop.
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Getting there
Parking near older church buildings can be limited, so allow a few extra minutes or arrive on foot where you can.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lochs Free Church of Scotland?⌄
Lochs Free Church of Scotland is at Crossbost, Isle of Lewis, Na h-Eileanan Siar, HS2 9NP.
What denomination is Lochs Free Church of Scotland?⌄
Lochs Free Church of Scotland belongs to the Free Church tradition. The Free Church of Scotland was formed at the Disruption of 1843, when hundreds of ministers left the established Kirk over the right of congregations to call their own ministers.
When are services at Lochs Free Church of Scotland?⌄
Service times for Lochs Free Church of Scotland are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.lochsfreechurch.co.uk/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Lochs Free Church of Scotland have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.lochsfreechurch.co.uk/.
How do I get to Lochs Free Church of Scotland?⌄
The church is at Crossbost, Isle of Lewis, Na h-Eileanan Siar. Use the map and directions link on this page, and allow a little extra time if you are driving, as parking near the building may be limited.
Is Lochs Free Church of Scotland accessible?⌄
Accessibility provision varies between church buildings. Contact the church directly to ask about step-free access, accessible toilets or a hearing loop before you visit.
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