Irish College of Preachers Conference 2016
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.
The 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]
Safari Supper – 5th March
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
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on Saturday 13th of February and remanded into custody on the charge of ‘getting rid of communion wine that was out of date’.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.
Isaac Hanna Installed as the new Archdeacon of Elphin and Ardagh
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.
Revd. Nick Jones Welcomed as the new minister of the Drung Group of Parishes
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
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