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Joint Pilgrimage Marks 800th Anniversary of Canonisation of St Laurence O’Toole
A joint pilgrimage for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dublin and Church of Ireland Dioceses of Dublin and Glendalough in honour of St Laurence O’Toole, the Patron Saint of Dublin, whose seat as Archbishop of Dublin (in 1162) was in Christ Church Cathedral took place over the weekend.
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Archbishop John McDowell to be part of Anglican Communion delegation to the enthronement of Pope Leo XIV
The Church of Ireland’s Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland, Archbishop John McDowell, will be a member of the delegation of the Primates of the Anglican Communion attending the enthronement of Pope Leo XIV this Sunday (18th May 2025).
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The National Churches Trust Survey: giving churches in Northern Ireland a voice
The National Churches Trust is carrying out a UK–wide survey to help policymakers, the media, and the wider public better understand the challenges churches face and to highlight the vital work that churches, like yours, do.
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2025 Charity trustee training continues tonight
A training session for new members of select vestries will take place tonight at 7.30pm, ahead of further sessions later in May and June.
Day 3
General Synod 2025 Draws to a Close
The General Synod of the Church of Ireland 2025 has drawn to a close. The final session took place online this evening (May 13).
Day 3
Young people are more open to faith – But where are the youth leaders? – CIYD Report
An increased warmth and openness to faith, particularly amongst young people was noted by the Church of Ireland Youth Department at General Synod meeting online this evening (Tuesday May 13).
Day 3
Marriage Council Report Presented at Synod
The report of the Marriage Council was presented to members of General Synod meeting online this evening (Tuesday May 13).
Day 3
General Synod Bills Pass Final Stages
Eight Bills which were presented to General Synod 2025 passed their final stages and were enacted this evening (Tuesday May 13) as members met online.
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Statement by Archbishop Michael Jackson on death of Garda Kevin Flatley
A statement has been issued by Archbishop Michael Jackson following the death of Garda Kevin Flatley in North County Dublin this afternoon.
