The deadline for submission of entries to the Church of Ireland short story competition to mark the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War has been extended. The competition was launched by the Historical Commemorations and Centenaries Working…
You can now register for The God Enquiry, a 10 week course at Belfast Cathedral, examining issues of philosophy, theology, science, history, intuition and experience. A registration form can be downloaded here. Completed forms and payment (£60 per person) should…
The Cancer Fund for Children urgently needs volunteers to help with a bucket collection on Saturday September 13. The charity has access to all the Tesco stores in Northern Ireland for the day, but is currently struggling to get enough…
A reminder that Irish classes for beginners and improvers get underway in the Church of the Good Shepherd, Monkstown, on Thursday September 4. Beginners class runs from 7–8pm with Beyond beginners from 8–9pmContact the Rev Arlene Moore (07450 284484) for…
Former Blue Peter presenter and celebrity mum, Diane Louise Jordan, is hosting an evening for local mothers which will that will offer amusing insights into the challenges that mums face as well as practical tips on juggling work, life, children…
Derrykeighan parishioner Gail Callan is about to step out on her mammoth Coast to Coast walk across England. Starting on September 8 and finishing on September 23, taking only one rest day, Gail will trek more than 190 miles from…
More than 100 young people and youth leaders from parishes across Connor Diocese will descend on the imposing Castlewellan Castle in Co Down this weekend. The ‘Take the Castle’ youth weekend from September 5–7 is organised by Engage Connor Youth,…
The Parish of St Patrick and St John, Whitehead, took part in the annual Whitehead Community Association Food and Folk Fest. The parish has been involved in this popular event for the past three years, selling cakes, tray bakes and…
Congratulations to Mrs Mollie Holmes, OBE, who celebrated her 100th birthday in August. Mollie, who still lives in her own home, received a birthday visit from the Bishop of Connor, the Rt Rev Alan Abernethy, and the Rev Brian Howe,…
The Vicar of Antrim was arrested and handcuffed by officers from the PSNI on Wednesday night in front of a hall full of children! Archdeacon Stephen McBride was led shamefaced through a sea of astounded young faces to the exit…
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