Parishes
Lurgan: Shankill
Christ the Redeemer, Church Place, Lurgan
Contact Details
Jethro Centre
Lurgan
BT66 7DT
Lurgan
BT66 7DT
Office Opening Times:
Lurgan: Shankill
T: 028 3832 5673
E: heather.clarke@shankillparish.org
W: http://www.shankillparish.org
Directions
Shankill Parish Church is located right in the centre of Lurgan’s Main Street. The Church is approx 3 miles from the Lurgan exit of the M1 Motorway.
Staff
- Rev Geoff Wilson (Rector)
- The Revd Claire Kakuru (Vicar)
- The Revd Canon John Moore (Auxiliary Minister)
- Denis Johnston (Lay Reader)
- Mrs Christine Connolly (Lay Reader)
- Miss Laura Kenwell (Children & Youth Pastor)
- Mrs Joy Stevenson (Young Families)
- Heather Clarke (Parish Administrator)
- Trevor Douglas (Jethro Centre Manager)
About Us
The Present
Shankill Parish is a Christ centred, lively and culturally relevant church for all ages. Our aim is to be “a welcoming Christian community, enabling more and more people to experience the reconciling love of Christ”. Our core values are based on relationships that matter:Receiving relevant Biblical teaching
Engaging in dynamic worship
Living in a loving community
Applying consistently what we learn
Tithing our income and being wise stewarts Offering our gifts in service to others Nurturing children and young people as Christian disciples Supporting and growing a vibrant network of small groups Helping one another in practical ways Increasing awareness of global mission
Pursuing excellence
Submitting to Christ in all things
The Jethro Centre first opened its doors in September 2006 and is managed by the Shankill Parish Caring Association (SPCA). The vision of the Shankill Parish Caring Association is to seek to promote the well being of the inhabitants of Lurgan and its envions and to promote the Christian faith among them. The Jethro Centre is a modern, 23,000 sq ft building which provided top class facilities including, conference halls, meeting rooms and a Cafe. Many varied and interesting courses take place within the Centre which meets the needs of the Local Community and enables The Shankill Parish Caring Association fulfil its mission.For more information, visit www.jethrocentre.org. Activities at the Jethro Centre;
– Kidz Patch – breakfast and after school care
– Cafe Rhema
– Bowling Tournament
– Monthly indoor boot sale
– Craft Fairs
– Birthday Parties
– Community Worship
The Future
Shankill Parish’s vision for the next five years is based on “together knowing Jesus and seeking to make Him known”. We are committed to be focused on Jesus, to enable ministry, to develop leaders, to be committed to evangelism, to prioritise young families, to be involved in society and to advance the Kingdom of God. Learn more about our new vision for Shankill Parish and the wider community over the next 5 years. PDF version of the document is available on our website www.shankillparish.org
Service Times
Sundays
9am: Early Morning Service
Holy Communion: Weekly
10.30am: Main Morning Service
Baptism Service: 1st Sunday
Family Service: 3rd Sunday
Holy Communion: 4th Sunday
6.30pm: Evening Service
Celebration Service: 2nd & 4th Sunday
Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday
Images
moreOrganisations
- Choir
- Praise Group
- Rainbow Guides
- Brownies
- Girl Guides
- Squirrels
- Beavers
- Cub Scouts
- Scouts
- Youth Club
- Crusaders
- Junior Jesus Club
- Kids for Jesus
- Puppet Ministry
- Toddler Time
- Mens’ Groups
- Mothers’ Union
- Womens’ Guild
- Fellowship groups
- Cinema Club
- Cedars – craft, Bible Class, walking (over 50s) @ the Jethro Centre
- Friendship Centre
- Classes – aerobics, craft, ballet, Jo Jingles, singing, dog training, stretch & relax, singing lessons, speech and drama @ the Jethro Centre
- Southern Regional College classes – art, flower arranging, photography @ the Jethro Centre

