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Primate’s Reference Group shares webinar for Anti–Racism Month
As part of Ireland’s Anti–Racism Month, the Primate’s Reference Group on Ethnic Diversity, Inclusion and Racial Justice recently held a discussion on using the Irish Council of Churches’ toolkit for anti–racist work in our dioceses and parishes.
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Carraig Centre reaches out in Cork community
A new video in the Church of Ireland’s ‘Inspiring angles’ series tells the story of the Carraig Centre, a community centre owned and operated by the Carrigrohane Union of Parishes on the outskirts of Cork city.
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Youth Ministry Audit finds hope and challenge
Results show substantial engagement but greater need for more
A major survey from the Church of Ireland Youth Department (CIYD) has highlighted the need for more volunteers to give their skills and energy to help young people grow in faith and have fresh opportunities through the wide variety of youth work in our Church.
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A final reminder! Church of Ireland Communications Competition 2025
Please note – entries for this year’s Church of Ireland Communications Competition should be submitted by this Friday (11th April 2025).
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Cleric finishes 100–mile pilgrimage to St Patrick’s Cathedral on Palm Sunday
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Enniskillen Cathedral to be centre of VE Day 80th commemoration
A special programme of events is planned for Enniskillen on 8 May for the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Archive of the Month
Poetry, Preservation, and Art
Exploring Unique Literary Treasures for National Poetry Month
With April being National Poetry Month, the RCB Library is taking the opportunity to explore four unique poetry–related items currently held in the archive and special reserve collection.
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General Synod 2025: a preview
By the Honorary Secretaries of the General Synod
General Synod will this year be meeting for the first time in the Dioceses of Meath and Kildare as it gathers in Lawlor’s Hotel, Naas, on Friday, 9th May, and Saturday, 10th May 2025, with Days 3 and 4 taking place remotely on the evenings of Tuesday, 13th May, and Thursday, 15th May (if required).
