Irish College of Preachers Conference 2016

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Details have been announced by the Irish College of Preachers for their 2016 Conference, which will be held in the Church of Ireland Theological Institute from 14th-16th September.

ICP David-HussThe guest speaker is David Huss, Rector of the Donegal Group of Parishes and Archdeacon of Raphoe. David is an accomplished preacher and teacher and the Conference is aimed at all aspiring preachers both lay and ordained. Further details of the Conference can be had from Bishop Ferran Glenfield at [email protected]

Photography Competition

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There are great cash prizes to be won in The Scribe photography competition. Why not send us your photos today?

Safari Supper – 5th March

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Calry Church are holding a Safari Supper on Saturday 5th March to raise funds for a region of the world in real need of support: Kindu in the DR Congo.

The evening begins with a starter in Kilgallen’s on the Mall from 6 pm. The main course will be served in the Catacombs and so on. It promises to be a fun evening and there will be a little surprise at the final venue. All the courses are in walking distance of the Mall in Sligo.

Tickets for the event cost €25.00, €10 for children and youth, €55.00 for a family group of four. Contact [email protected] or call 071 91 46513 for further information.

The Ven. Isaac Hanna Released On Bail

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As part of a Friends of Sligo Gaol fundraiser, the Venerable Isaac Hanna was arrested on Saturday 13th of February and remanded into custody on the charge of ‘getting rid of communion wine that was out of date’. The complaint had been made to the authorities by one, Ms. Sally Siggins. The nominators have, however, met the minimum bail terms of €50 and the Venerable Isaac Hanna was released just in time to do a baptism on Sunday morning.

 

The bail money raised will be put towards the refurbishment of Sligo Gaol with a vision to seeing it reopen as a tourist attraction. If you would like to support  the Friends of Sligo Gaol – Jail and Bail fundraiser you can see more information at: http://www.sligogaol.ie/#!jailandbail/e5mzd.

 

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Isaac Hanna Installed as the new Archdeacon of Elphin and Ardagh

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Last Sunday, 31st January 2016, Revd. Capt. Isaac Hanna was installed as the new Archdeacon of the Dioceses of Elphin and Ardagh at a service in the Cathedral Church of St. Mary the Virgin and St. John the Baptist, Sligo.

The service was led by the Very Revd. Arfon Williams, Dean of the Cathedral and the Speaker was Ven. David McClay, Archdeacon of Down. Isaac Hanna is the Rector of the Drumcliffe Group of Parishes in Co. Sligo.

 

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Revd. Nick Jones Welcomed as the new minister of the Drung Group of Parishes

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This Sunday the 24th January 2016, Revd. Nick Jones was welcomed as the new Minister-in-charge of the Drung Group of Parishes at a Service in Drung Church. During the service the congregation were introduced to Nick, his wife Dorothy and their two children, after which they were officially welcomed by representatives of the five churches in the group; Drung, Castleterra Larah & Lavey and Killoughter. In his sermon from 2 Timothy 4, Bishop Ferran Glenfield, told Nick that just as Paul had passed the baton of ministry onto Timothy so the baton had been passed to him. His role means he is charged with preaching the Word – with urgency and endurance, encouraging us in our faith. The service was followed by a time of fellowship and some very welcome refreshments in the School hall.

Suicide Prevention And The Church

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How can churches respond to the tragedy of suicide?

Can we be more effective in suicide prevention?

VOX magazine is hosting a series of one-day conferences around Ireland to inform and equip churches and Christians (of all denominations and backgrounds) as they seek to respond to suicide and engage in suicide prevention.

Join us to explore these vital issues with top speakers from the area of mental health and suicide prevention.

DUBLIN
Saturday 30 January
10am – 4pm
Apostolic Church, 67a Pearse Street, Dublin 2
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CORK
Saturday 6 February
10am – 3pm
Grace Christian Church, 53 MacCurtain Street, Cork
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SLIGO
Saturday 20 February
10am – 4pm
Calry Church, Sligo
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Cost? €20 per person (including lunch), €10 for students and concessions

Who is it for?
These events are designed for church leaders and individual Christians who are concerned about suicide or have been affected by suicide and want to know how Christians can respond.

Workshops 
A range of subjects will be offered depending on the venue and demand. Subjects may include:

  • Supporting those bereaved by suicide
  • Understanding self harm
  • Equipped to care – listening skills
  • Working together with your community
  • Supporting a family member with chronic mental illness

>> Find Out More

Christmas Message 2015 – Bishop Ferran

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Christmas is a season of mystery. Gifts are bought in secret, presents are wrapped and then hidden away only to be revealed on Christmas Day. At Christmas we are faced with the greatest mystery of all time, the coming of God to earth. The clues of God’s coming litter the Bible. Readings at carol services have brought these clues to light and give us insight into,where, when, how and who was involved ? But why? What was God’s motive in coming to earth? The clue as to why is found in the prophecy of Isaiah and repeated in Matthew’s Gospel.Twice the biblical authors repeat that God will give a sign, a clue, hidden in a name, Immanuel, which is translated, God is with us. That’s the reason why God came, he wants to be with us.

Picture the scene at the arrivals area in Dublin Airport on Christmas Eve.
People stream out of the gate only to be cheered and embraced by waiting loved ones. They are home, they are with us and that’s all that matters. God, too, wants to be with us, to be part of us, to share our lives, because he loves us. What an incredible reality and truth. Our ignorance, indifference or rejection does not deter him. Those who receive him, who believe in his name, the name of Jesus,are allowed to experience the greatest mystery of all, God with us.God loving us, God securing us, God purposing us. Immanuel, the why of Christmas.

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