Diocesan News
Walking in the Spirit – trailer release
A trailer for Walking in the Spirit, an eight–part series featuring Bishop David McClay in conversation with Roly Heaney, a friend of many years.
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Diocesan News
Bishop of Clogher speaks of importance of connections
The Bishop of Clogher, the Right Revd Dr Ian Ellis, has spoken of the importance of staying connected with each as society moves forward during the easing of lockdowns from the Covid–19 pandemic.
Irish Times Notes
Church of Ireland Notes from ‘The Irish Times’
Liturgical Advisory Committee
Liturgical Advisory Committee launches Northern Ireland Centenary resource
The Centenary of the Opening of the Northern Ireland Parliament will take place on 22nd June 2021
The Liturgical Advisory Committee (LAC) of the Church of Ireland has published a resource for use in parishes marking the Centenary of the Opening of the Northern Ireland Parliament.
Bishops' Appeal Committee
Bishops’ Appeal releases emergency funds to respond urgently to Covid in India
The Church of Ireland Bishops’ Appeal has released €10,000 in emergency funding to support Covid relief efforts in India. Individuals and parishes are invited to contribute to support these efforts. Funds will be channelled to partner agencies working on the ground in communities in India providing vital support and supplies.
Diocesan News
Mount Merrion Church launches new creative project
Mount Merrion Church has launched a new project named ‘Gardens’ – which captures their creative expression of songwriting, birthed from the worship community and team of the church.
Press Releases
Statement by the Archbishop of Dublin, the Most Revd Dr Michael Jackson following announcement of reopening plan
The Archbishop of Dublin, the Most Revd Dr Michael Jackson, has welcomed the announcement that in–person church services can resume as part of the easing of restrictions on May 10.
Diocesan News
Retirement of Cork Diocesan Reader after 33 years’ service
George Quinn, a Diocesan Reader for the past nearly 33 years in the United Dioceses of Cork, Cloyne and Ross has indicated to the Bishop, Dr Paul Colton, his decision to retire from Reader ministry.
Diocesan News
Making a start at the big task of rebuilding the Cathedral Choir in Cork
On April 20th it was announced that groups of up to 15 can meet up for underage outdoor non–contact dance, music or arts activities. This presents an opportunity to begin the long process and hard work of rebuilding the Cathedral choir at Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral, Cork, and no doubt, other cathedrals throughout Ireland.
Diocesan News
Ben set for the open road in his self–built campervan
Ben Sweeney is set to cruise away from the rectory in Ballymoney in his self–built campervan to enjoy the freedom of the open road and the call of the waves.
