Church of Ireland Parishes in Down & Dromore
Active Christian leaders and dedicated worshippers are the sorts of members that really matter. However the business nature of the parish requires a properly formulated roll of members to conduct its business. Membership of the General Vestry, the body in the parish which meets once a year to take part
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Continue readingThe February Edition of the parishes’ magazine has been published and will be available at church doors and via delivery this weekend. We hope you enjoy keeping up-to-date with news and events planned for the month. 2024-02 Crossroads
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A warm welcome awaits you at St. Ignatius’, Carryduff and St. Andrew’s, Killaney on Sunday 28th January as we come to the end of the Epiphany season. Services are planned as follows: St. Ignatius’, Carryduff 8:30 Early Communion 2024-01-28 830 early 1 Corinthians 8.1-13 John 2.13-25 10:00 Celebrate at Ten 2024-01-28 1000 1200
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Greetings as you plan your worship with us this Sunday. Some of the letters below are links to orders of service and bible readings which will enable you to prepare for worship, see the hymns in advance, and get the version of the Bible Readings if you are one of
Continue readingSunday 14th January 2024 You are welcome to worship God with the church families at Carryduff and Killaney. Service details and orders of service follow: St. Ignatius’, Carryduff 8:30 am Early Communion Revelation 5.1-10 John 1.43-49 10:00 am Sunday Morning Prayer 1000 Order John 1.43-49 St. Andrew’s, Killaney 12:00 pm Sunday Morning Prayer
Continue readingWe commned the work of NIBTS as they help support the medical teams working hard in our community day and night to preserve life. Your contribution of blood, if you are fit to do it, will be welcomed. Please note these sessions are now by appointment only.
Continue readingIt is almost new year and we finish 2023 with worship in our churches once more. For some it may be an opportunity to express their regrets and sorrows for how they have handled 2023. For others it may be a moment to give thanks for the good things that
Continue readingIt is well . . . . . . with my soul A wonderful story presented by Hugh Bonneville helped me reflect on the story of a hymn and the pain that its writer experienced in writing it. A story of hope. Visit here
Continue readingThe weather was cold crisp and clear as the community around Killaney church gathered to light the Christmas Tree in front of the church on Sunday 3rd December. A team from the parish had gathered earlier in the week to array the church with its annual display. There was a
Continue readingOn Sunday 3rd December we will bring our Larder and Foodbank gifts in to help people at Christmas. Thank you in advance for your generosity. A busy day in Carryduff and Killaney includes the following events: 8:30 Early Communion in Carryduff 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 John 1:1-3 10:00 Parish Communion in Carryduff 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 John 1:1-3
Continue readingThis Sunday 26 November 8:30 am Holy Communion Ephesians 1:15-23 Matthew 25.31-46 10:00 am Celebrate at Ten Matthew 25.31-46 2023-11-26 1000 handout 12:00 pm Sunday Worship Matthew 25.31-46 2023-11-26 1200 handout
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