Under the Tree is back!

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Join us this November as we slow down, return to our true belonging, and learn about ourselves and God through His Creation & His Word

 

Join Lydia from the Church’s Ministry of Healing: Ireland and Julie from the National Bible Society for Ireland as we take a pause in nature.

Come to 1 or more sessions – you are most welcome!

5th November: 11.30am-1pm

12 November: 6.30pm-8pm

19th November: 11.30am-1pm

26th November: 6.30pm-8pm

We invite you to come as you are (well wrapped up!) and spend time in a beautiful space to reconnect to ourselves, each other, the wonder of Creation, our true belonging to God.

Each 90 minute session has settling in practices to support us to slow down and notice what’s here, internally and all around us.

And then we spend time in an interactive Bible Study – nourishing mind, body and spirit.

Location: Atlas Language School Residence, 96 Rathmines Road Upper D06 Y684 Dublin

Donate what you can afford and reserve your ticket via https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/under-the-tree-nature-connection-bible-study-sessions-tickets-1047931690897?

You’re Invited to “Community Futures”!

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Get Ready for “Community Futures”!

Join us for an exciting one-day conference on Saturday, November 16th, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 4 PM at the Lady Gregory Hotel in Gort! Designed especially for those aged 20 to 50 years old, this is your chance to dive into the big issues shaping your world and explore them through the lens of Christian citizenship in contemporary Ireland. All are welcome! Free to attend, including lunch (donations welcome). Reserve your place now via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/community-futures-conference-tickets-1042816079967

What’s on the agenda? We’ll tackle pressing topics like mental health, loneliness, and how the Church can better welcome newcomers and point the way for a wider welcome. We’ll also discuss the shared island concept, housing and homelessness, and the future of our environment and agriculture. This is a unique opportunity to have your voice heard on local, community, and island-wide issues that affect millennials and Gen Z.

Who’s speaking? Expect insightful talks from speakers ready to ignite debate and spark discussions that matter to you. Our speakers are: Dr Pippa Hackett (Minister of State for Land Use and Biodiversity in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine), Cllr Shane Hickey-O’Mara (Social Democrats, Limerick City North), Rev Johnny Lowden (Glendermott Parish, Diocese of Derry and Raphoe), Rev Philip McKinley (Dunboyne and Rathmoylon Parish Group/Kildare Centre of Mission), Mid-West Simon Community, Ms Lydia Monds (Church’s Ministry of Healing: Ireland), Rev Jimmy Ogwal (Vice President Academic of Mary Immaculate Students’ Union), Ms Donnah Sibanda Vuma (Migrant Victims Support Project Coordinator, Doras)

Why attend? This isn’t just another conference! It’s a vibrant forum where you can challenge norms, voice your doubts, and shape the Church’s response to urgent social needs. You’ll leave inspired and equipped to make a difference, both in your own life and in your community!

Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of something transformative. Let’s shape the future together at Community Futures! ✨

Free tickets via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/community-futures-conference-tickets-1042816079967 or email udcm@tlk.ie

CMH:I Annual Gift Day and Service of Wholeness and Healing, 20th Oct in Bray

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Join Church’s Ministry of Healing:Ireland for Our Annual Gift Day and Service of Thanksgiving, Wholeness, and Healing!

CMH:I warmly invites you to our annual Service of Thanksgiving, Wholeness, and Healing at Christ Church in Bray, Co. Wicklow, on October 20, 2024, at 3 PM. We are delighted to welcome the Rt Rev Patrick Rooke as our preacher. Many of you may know Patrick from his tenure as Bishop of the Diocese of Tuam, Killala, and Achonry, as well as his leadership in the Bishops’ Appeal Advisory Committee and as a former Chair of CMH:I.

This service promises to be a gentle and uplifting experience for all. We invite you to come and embrace God’s healing love in your life. If you’d like to prepare, the liturgy is available in the Book of Common Prayer and online via https://ministryofhealing.ie/text-of-service-of-celebration-of-wholeness-and-healing/

Whether you seek healing for yourself, for someone you care about, or simply wish to bask in God’s presence alongside a supportive community, this service is for you. Our Ministry Leader, Lydia Monds, will guide us through mindful intercessions, and our dedicated prayer ministers will be available for personal prayer.

Everyone is welcome! Ample parking is available at the church. And don’t miss out on the chance to chat over refreshments after the service. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at hello@ministryofhealing.ie.

We can’t wait to see you there!