karen, Author at The Church of Ireland Diocese of Connor

Rev Bobbie Moore retires from St Aidan’s

Thursday October 1st 2020

The Rev Bobbie Moore has retired as Priest-in-Charge of the Parish of St Aidan, Blythe Street, in Belfast’s Sandy Row area, following her final service in the church on Sunday September 27.

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A celebration of ‘Baking Buddies’ in Lower Shankill

Thursday October 1st 2020

Move over ‘Great British Bake Off,’ because ‘Baking Buddies’ in Belfast’s Lower Shankill is where the real baking talent is!

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‘Taking the Knee’ – Bishops approve new resource

Wednesday September 30th 2020

A new resource, provided by the Church and Society Commission and approved for local use by the House of Bishops, is now available on the Church of Ireland website.

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Harvest with a difference in Antrim Rural Deanery

Tuesday September 29th 2020

A Harvest Celebration with a difference took place in the car park at Sixmile Leisure Centre, Ballyclare, on Sunday evening, September 27.

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Outdoor ideas from Children’s Ministry Network

Tuesday September 29th 2020

The Church of Ireland Children’s Ministry Network has issued its autumn newsletter, which includes some simple ideas for families, pods, and Sunday Clubs, with a particular focus on the outdoors.

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Everest conqueror urges people to walk for a good cause

Saturday September 26th 2020

Dawson Stelfox, the first Irish person to climb Mount Everest, has urged people to take part in sponsored strolls or hikes this autumn to raise funds for Christian Aid.

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Best birthday ever, says Maisie, 100!

Friday September 25th 2020

Many congratulations to Mrs Maisie Jameson from the Church of the Epiphany, Parish of Finaghy and Upper Malone, who celebrated her 100th birthday on September 13.

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Blessing of the Pets’ Service moves outdoors

Friday September 25th 2020

Even a pandemic will not deter Belfast Cathedral in its annual mission to bless our pets at this time of the year, with the annual blessing moving outdoors on October 4.

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A critical moment in our collective effort against coronavirus – Archbishops

Friday September 25th 2020

The Church of Ireland’s two Archbishops have issued a joint statement to mark Harvest and to reflect on the way ahead following the recent announcements of restrictions, to protect public health, in both jurisdictions on the island of Ireland.

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Bishops’ Appeal Harvest Newsletter

Wednesday September 23rd 2020

The Bishops’ Appeal Harvest Newsletter is now available with stories of how your giving is making a difference in sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East and South Asia.

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