Diocese of Down & Dromore

Take your young people through Lent with this new devotional

We’d love to suggest a new book by one of our youth workers as a Lent resource for your young people or youth fellowship group.

Death and funeral of Dean Fred Rusk

The Very Reverend Frederick John Rusk passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on 8 February. He was 91.

Black Santa sends Matthew to Sea!

Wheelchair–bound Matthew Davis from Carrowdore took an exciting sea voyage in 2018, with the help of funding from the Black Santa Sit–out at St Anne’s Cathedral.

220 charities benefit from Belfast Cathedral’s Black Santa Appeal

Oldest surviving parish register in Ireland reflects turbulent times

Archivists and historians will welcome the latest 

Black Santa grants focus on homelessness and mental health

Two hundred and twenty local charities, including those working with the homeless and with people with mental health issues, will receive grants from Belfast Cathedral’s Black Sant...

Three appointments in the diocese

We’re delighted to announce three clerical appointments in the Diocese of Down.

Vacancy for Parish Administrator, Dundela

The Rector and Select Vestry of St Mark’s are looking for a self–motivated enthusiastic and well organised individual to fulfil the role of Parish Administrator for 12 hours per we...