The congregations of Cathcart Church of Scotland and Cathcart United Free Church of Scotland share a common faith and calling.

We believe in one God – Father, Son and Holy Spirit- and share in the calling to serve God’s purposes in the world.

We recognise and affirm the uniqueness of the congregations and the importance of working together.

 We’re committed to:

• Proclaiming the Kingdom of God
• Declaring the gospel of Jesus Christ
• Sharing in the work God has called us to do
• Growing together in faith
• Serving our communities in the love and strength of Christ
• Providing opportunities for all to grow in knowledge and understanding of faith and encouraging the living out of that faith

We agree:

• to provide opportunities to worship, witness and serve together
• to pray and study God’s Word jointly and separately
• to share resources of people and buildings
• to work with other congregations when that is possible

We will:

• share the preaching and teaching resources between the congregations
• have good communication between the congregations
• have joint working wherever feasible and beneficial
• encourage supportive relationships across the congregations.
• seek God’s will for the congregations jointly and separately
• connect with the local community and be a blessing to it

We agree to joint representation on the nominating/ selection committee when a new minister is sought by either congregation. Unless otherwise agreed, at least 2 members will be nominated from the ‘other’ congregation.

We give thanks to God for bringing us together in faith, worship and service and seek His way forward in this covenant relationship.

 

Signed 1 February 2026 by:

Alasdair MacMillan (Minister Cathcart CofS)                    John Fulton (Interim Moderator, Cathcart UF)

Ewan Gourlay (Session Clerk, Cathcart CofS)                 Lesley Mathieson Session Clerk, Cathcart UF)