1876: |
The church’s roots grew from humble beginnings when ‘kitchen gospel meetings’ were
held in various homes in the town. |
1877: |
gospel meetings’ moved from homes to shop premises located in Stonefield Road |
1878: |
The faith and dedication was such that a timber church was erected on this site.
The first Interim Moderator and Evangelist was appointed and name was Livingstone
Memorial United Presbyterian Church was adopted |
1878: |
Congregation status was raised, |
1880: |
Rev. Robert Mackenzie, M.A. was ordinated as minister.
Steps taken to erect permanent building and architects appointed |
1881: |
Presentation of Church organ |
1882: |
Church building as we know it today was opened. The service was conducted by
Rev. Professor Blaikie, author of The personal Life of Livingstone. |
1884: |
Funds amounting to £1,000 were raised through a bazaar held in Glasgow. |
1886: |
A clock and bell were placed in the spire |
1890: |
A further bazaar held in Glasgow which raised another £1,000. |
1894: |
Church hall constructed and opened |
1900: |
Union of Churches and the change of name to Livingstone Memorial United Free Church. |
1901: |
Opening of Manse fund.
Two Communion Cups presented.
Erection of a memorial at the entrance of the church in memory of one who died
in Natal (South African War). |
1903: |
Presentation of brass reading stand in memory of Miss Mary Ferguson |
1905: |
Presentation of the Communion table |
1907: |
Presentation of a Pipe Organ. |
1913: |
Statue of David Livingstone, situated in a recess at the front of the Church was unveiled
by Mrs Livingstone Wilson, the daughter of David Livingstone |
1914: |
Brass Flower vases presented |
1920: |
On either side of the pulpit a War memorial was placed in commemoration of the 25
church members killed in the First World War |
1923: |
Communion Chair presented in memory of Mrs Hugh, snr and Mrs Thos. A. Hugh |
1927: |
Jubilee of congregation.
Church re-decorated & electric light installed |
1928: |
Livingstone Museum Bookcase presented by Sir William MacKenzie, K.C.B
(brother of Rev Thom. A. Hugh).
Memorial Tablet |
1929: |
Manse constructed |