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Church of Ireland architectural drawings exhibition under way
A Visual Window to an Ecclesiastical World – an exhibition of the Church of Ireland’s historical architectural drawings – is continuing at the Irish Architectural Archive (IAA), 45 Merrion Square, Dublin. Admission is free and the exhibition...CARE speaks out about latest rise in abortion figures
14th Jun 2019 On Thursday 13 June, the Department of Health and Social Care published the latest abortion statistics for England and Wales.Domestic Abuse Bill report published
14th Jun 2019 The Joint Committee of the draft Domestic Abuse Bill has today published its official report on the legislation. Purpose of the BillCork, Cloyne and Ross Diocesan Synod 2019
The Rt Revd Dr Paul Colton, Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross, delivered his twenty–first Presidential Address to the Diocesan Synod last Saturday, 8th June, at the International Airport Hotel, Cork. The Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross, Dr Paul Colton, addressing...Interfaith Blessing of Boats in Passage West, County Cork
The Blessing of the Boats – an interfaith gathering – took place on Sunday, 2nd June, in Passage West, County Cork. This marked the opening of the Passage West Maritime Festival. It was followed by a parade, entertainment and refreshments in the PACE...Criminals setting up ‘cocaine call centres’
Cocaine is being delivered across Europe through ‘call centres’ in radical new arrangements, a major report says. Keep on reading: Criminals setting up ‘cocaine call...Ecumenical Prayer Service for Pentecost takes place in St Molua’s Church
St Molua’s Church of Ireland in the Parish of Magheracloone, near Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan, in Clogher Diocese hosted this year’s Ecumenical Prayer Service for Pentecost on Sunday, 9th June, attended by around 150 people. The church in the townland of...Church of Ireland Notes from ‘The Irish Times’
Summer Issue of SEARCH The summer issue of the Church of Ireland journal, SEARCH, edited by Canon Ginnie Kennerley, is largely devoted to the proceedings of last March’s ‘Developing Ministry’ colloquium hosted by SEARCH. ‘What is the Spirit...Harry and Meghan support LGBT groups for Pride month
Prince Harry and wife Meghan have come under fire for a social media post supporting LGBT groups to ‘celebrate’ Pride month. Keep on reading: Harry and Meghan support LGBT groups for Pride...News from Eco–Congregation Ireland
The latest newsletter from Eco–Congregation Ireland features highlights from General Synod, including a short film, introduced by the Revd Andrew Orr, the All Ireland Pollinators campaign, local actions by parishes, and Tearfund’s ‘This is a Rubbish...Books
Book: Luminous Dark: Leaning into pain, holding on to God, breaking through to light by Alain Emerson
Alain Emerson felt like the luckiest man in the world. The talented pastor of a thriving church and national director of the 24-7 Prayer movement, he had found and married Lyndsay, the girl of his dreams, his soulmate. He could never have imagined that, in a matter of...Book: How on Earth Did We End Up Here? Why the 21st Century Church Looks the Way It Does by Nick Park
The Church of Jesus Christ has an exciting and glorious future. But before we can get to where we are going, we need to understand how we got to where we are now. Nick Park takes us on a rollercoaster ride through Church History, applying his trademark blend of...Book: The One True Gift by Tim Chester #Christmas
Christmas is meant to be full of joy and light; but all too often it is spoiled by grumbling and arguing. The 24 concise daily readings in this advent book share Paul’s answer to this problem from Philippians chapter 2 and many many more: the big story of how...Book: Same Sex Relationships by John Stott
What does the Bible say about same-sex relationships? How should Christians think about this divisive and heartfelt issue? And what of those who are caught in the crossfire: the brothers and sisters who experience same-sex attraction, but are committed to being...Book Launch: Does Christ Matter? An Anglican and a Jesuit in Dialogue
Does Christ Matter? An Anglican and a Jesuit in Dialogue, is a new title by Timothy Kinahan and Brian Lennon SJ. Revd Canon Timothy Kinahan is rector of the Parish of Helen’s Bay in Down Diocese. The book will be launched by Revd Denis Campbell (Presbyterian) on...Events
Book Launch: Does Christ Matter? An Anglican and a Jesuit in Dialogue
Does Christ Matter? An Anglican and a Jesuit in Dialogue, is a new title by Timothy Kinahan and Brian Lennon SJ. Revd Canon Timothy Kinahan is rector of the Parish of Helen’s Bay in Down Diocese. The book will be launched by Revd Denis Campbell (Presbyterian) on...The P Word Conference #Belfast – Fri 20 Oct 2017
The PWord Conference 2017 – A practical Christian response to pornography for all leaders. Date: Friday 20 October 2017 Location: Belfast Bible College More info: pwordconference.com...Church Life Conference #Belfast – Tues 14 Nov 2017
Resources and seminars for church leaders. Date: Tuesday 14th November 2017 Location: Crown Plaza Hotel, Shaws Bridge, Belfast Read...DNA Mens Conference #Belfast – Sat 11 Nov 2017
Location: Stormont Hotel, Belfast Date: Saturday 11 November 2017...Seminar: The Church in the Public Square – Human Rights – 14 Nov #Belfast
What is the “human” in human rights? Speaker: Professor Christopher McCrudden Professor of Human Rights and Equality Law, Queen’s University, Belfast Date: Monday 14 November 2016 Time: 7.30pm to 9.30pm Location: Union Theological College, Botanic...
