On Saturday, 11th June 2022, the United Dioceses of Cork, Cloyne and Ross held their Diocesan Synod at the Rochestown Park Hotel in Douglas. It was the first in–person Diocesan Synod since 2019.
Connor Diocesan Synod 2022 was held in the impressive surroundings of Belfast Cathedral on June 16, with around 250 clergy and lay members in attendance.
Welcome to our regular round–up of news from around the Church of Ireland’s dioceses and parishes.
The controlled sector is the largest education sector in Northern Ireland accounting for 49% of all schools, including 63 nursery schools, 380 primary schools and 69 post–primary schools. Controlled schools are open to all faiths and none which brings a rich diversity and inclusive ethos.
The MindMatters COI mental health awareness initiative is developing a central hub for conversations on positive mental health for the Church of Ireland and the wider community across the island of Ireland.
A South Sudanese bishop who was forced with his family into exile before he was one year old, the Right Revd Anthony Poggo, has been named as the next Secretary General of the Anglican Communion.
Everyone involved in Children and Families Ministry around the Church of Ireland is encouraged to pick up its Summer Newsletter.
A new book designed to help people deepen their spiritual practices was recently launched in the Church of Ireland Theological Institute. ‘Perspectives on Prayer and Spirituality’ is edited by Maurice Elliott and Patrick McGlinchey and features a host of contributors who offer their insights in a range of areas: relating to God, discovering ourselves, worshipping together and serving others.
Welcome to our regular round–up of news from around the Church of Ireland’s dioceses and parishes.
