RCB Library Notes02 Jun 2021

The foundation of Northern Ireland in June 1921: two jurisdictions – one Church

One hundred years ago the Irish Border was created by the Government of Ireland Act, which came into law on 3rd May 1921. For the RCB Library’s second exhibition to mark this anniversary, Prof Brian M Walker – Professor Emeritus of Irish Studies, Queen’s University Belfast, and author of ‘Irish history matters: politics, identities and commemoration’ (Irish History Press, 2019) – analyses the lead –up to and foundation of Northern Ireland in June 1921.

Diocesan News01 Jun 2021

‘Gifted communicator’ retiring in Donemana

The Rev Dr Robin Stockitt has led his final Service of Sunday Worship in Donemana prior to his retirement as Rector of Donagheady (St James). He was joined for the occasion by another retiree, the Rt Rev Ken Good, who preached the Sermon.

Diocesan News01 Jun 2021

Final diary update – the Revd Tony Murphy’s 100km walk in aid of the Cork, Cloyne and Ross Maize Project in Burundi exceeds €10,000 target

The Revd Tony Murphy’s fundraising walk through Cork, Cloyne and Ross has concluded with more than €10,000 raised to help maize farmers in Burundi through the work of Christian Aid.

Archive of the Month01 Jun 2021

The Foundation of Northern Ireland: Two Jurisdictions – One Church

Diocesan News31 May 2021

Planted in good soil!

Bishop David McClay has introduced Denise Wilson as Community Pastor for the Parish of Bangor Primacy.

Central Communications Board30 May 2021

Our Daily Worship app: a beginner’s guide

A beginner’s guide to our Daily Worship app with rhythms of worship from the Book of Common Prayer and daily Bible readings.

Irish Times Notes29 May 2021

Church of Ireland Notes from ‘The Irish Times’

Diocesan News28 May 2021

Shankill is top of the class!

Shankill Parish Lurgan is ‘top of the class’ after launching a School Supplies Appeal to help local families who are under financial pressure.

Press Releases27 May 2021

Church of Ireland Youth Department launches ‘Keeping in Touch’ project

The Church of Ireland Youth Department (CIYD) is delighted to announce the Keeping In Touch project funded by CIYD and the Education Authority (Northern Ireland). The hope for this project is to give parishes a resource to keep in touch with young people, encouraging connection and providing a way to invite them to in–person events.

Diocesan News25 May 2021

Walk4Burundi in Cork: diary update

The Revd Tony Murphy’s 100km walk in aid of the Cork, Cloyne and Ross Burundi Maize Project is continuing. You can follow his journey through his diary.