Day 2
Ministry and Mission in Down and Dromore
Down and Dromore made a presentation to General Synod, illustrating the ministry and mission of the diocese. The Ven Mark Harvey, Archdeacon of Dromore, introduced the segment, which included a short film featuring six encouraging stories of ministry in different contexts.
The rector of Ballybeen and Archdeacon of Down, the Ven Jim Cheshire, interviewed one of his parishioners, Mike Donal. Mike shared his powerful testimony of conversion and transformation, having come to faith after attending Alpha.
His testimony was followed by two contemporary worship songs, led by a young band.
Bishop David McClay concluded the presentation by briefly outlining three ‘ships’—leadership, discipleship and apostleship—to which the Diocese of Down and Dromore is committed. These provide a framework for the vital work of evangelism, training and church planting.
He finished by leading Synod in the Prayer for Ireland, found on p.145 of the Book of Common Prayer.