Diocese of Down & Dromore

Peace and joy to you this Christmas

The JOY of the angels, the GLADNESS of the Shepherds and the PEACE of the CHRIST CHILD be yours this Christmas.

Crosslinks to launch new Bible–centred training for youth leaders

Black Santa Sit–out is well underway

The 41st Black Santa Sit–out is underway on the steps of St Anne’s Cathedral, Belfast, and is already attracting support and media attention.

Albert, 81 is a willing and winning volunteer!

Congratulations to 81 year old Albert McIntyre from Mount Merrion Parish Church who recently won the Marie Matthews Participation Category at the Age Friendly Belfast Older Volunte...

Clergy couples retreat in February 2018

The Church of Ireland Marriage Council is offering an opportunity for clergy couples in the Connor and Down and Dromore Dioceses to attend a weekend retreat. 

Bishop Harold pays tribute to Sir Billy Hastings

A statement from Rt Revd Harold Miller, Bishop of Down and Dromore, following the death of hotelier, Sir Billy Hastings:

Twelve baptisms celebrated in St Brendan’s, Sydenham

There was great cause for celebration in Sydenham on Sunday 10 December as twelve adults and young people were baptised. 

The Black Santas are on their way!

A team of Black Santas is on its way to the steps of Belfast Cathedral as the annual charity Sit–out is launched on Monday December 18.