Monthly Archives: March 2022

Don’t forget that British Summer Time starts on 27 March with the clocks going forward one hour at 2.00am on Sunday. So allow yourself plenty of time to prepare and get to church for Morning Worship on Mothering Sunday at 10.30am 😊. For those unable to attend, the service will be recorded and made availableContinue reading “Clocks go forward!”

A reminder about this fabulous opportunity to refresh your wardrobe and benefit the Children’s Heartbeat Trust which has been supporting children, young people and their families affected by heart disease in Northern Ireland since 1984. http://www.childrensheartbeattrust.org/www.facebook.com/childrens.h.trust/

For all the budding photographers out there – a Church of Ireland competition for all ages. As General Synod 2022 approaches, the Church of Ireland’s Central Communications Board (CCB) is inviting members of the Church to enter a photography competition with the theme of ‘New Beginnings’.   Following judging, selected entries to this special competition willContinue reading “Get snapping!”

Exciting news for the month of May – taking place in St Molua’s Church Hall 

Brilliant sunshine greeted our ‘Sole Mates’ walking group as we set out on our first outing of 2022 after a short winter break. However, a reminder of the more turbulent weather of recent months was in evidence as we found one of the paths around Victoria Park blocked by a fallen tree. Several of ourContinue reading “Sole Mate ramblings”

The Diocesan Bible Course – a taster information evening is on 7th April on Zoom including Q&A with course leader Josh Hooker. This course is for Christians at any stage on their journey with God who want to know more about the Bible and how it relates to their lives. No prior theological knowledge orContinue reading “Taster evening”

Happy St Patrick’s Day! Don’t forget the Diocesan celebrations in Downpatrick. Everyone welcome. The Diocese of Down and Dromore is delighted to announce that Simon Guillebaud will speak on the theme, Radical Discipleship, Radical Mission at the St Patrick’s Day Festival Service on Thursday 17 March.  Simon is the founder and International Director of the Great Lakes Outreach whichContinue reading “St Patrick’s Day”

St Molua’s Knit & Natter, Crochet & Chatter group are knitting ‘Trauma Bears’ and Jumpers to be brought to India, summer 2022. We need your help! If you can knit a very simple pattern, please consider joining us (at home or in person) to make some children in India very happy. You can pick upContinue reading “Many hands make light work!”

We’re excited to be planning our next Muddy Church with our friends at Stormont Presbyterian Church Join us on Palm Sunday (10th April) from 3.00-5.00pm as we explore the Easter story. More information closer to the time – put the date in your diary!

Mercy Ships is one of the charities which the people of St Molua’s support as part of our Christian outreach. (See our Charity and Community page for details of others.) Christine Brown, the charity’s Church Partnership Manager, has recently sent us their March Newsletter. You can download (pdf), or print the newsletter out, using the relevant iconsContinue reading “Mercy Ships newsletter”

As we approach St. Patrick’s Day, you’re invited to watch our Patrick event, recorded last year in St Anne’s Cathedral Belfast, thanks to generous support from the Arts Council of Northern Ireland. Featuring music from New Irish Choir and Orchestra and the story of St Patrick filmed in beautiful Irish scenery. Enjoy – and shareContinue reading “New Irish Arts”

Along with other churches in the area, St Molua’s acts as a collection point for parishioners and friends to donate non-perishable foodstuff and basic household necessities which are then taken to the Foodbank in nearby Dundonald village. In February 2022 the Foodbank distributed 66 packs to feed 178 people with 1602 meals. At this timeContinue reading “Update …”

Belfast’s Black Santa has taken to the steps of St Anne’s Cathedral for a special sit–out to raise funds to support those fleeing the war in Ukraine. Dean Stephen Forde is back on the cathedral steps just over two months after finishing his annual Christmas sit–out, and this special appeal will run throughout Lent, withContinue reading “Black Santa sits out for Ukraine”