A Mission Fair ‘first’ for Movilla Abbey; Major Auction of Antiques and Fine Art for Conservation of St Fin Barre’s Cathedral; Former PMS chairman slams DETI silence on disqualification queries; Cleric slams Peter Robinson’s ‘wicked misuse’ of prophet’s name; Hundreds of jobs for new teachers; Unionist parties lock horns over shared education system vision; Northern Ireland has a choice about ‘what type of summer’ it wants; Higher unemployment among Catholics, figures show; 800,000 calls to Childline in 2012 – but 34 per cent unanswered; Derry organ damaged
A Mission Fair ‘first’ for Movilla Abbey
On Saturday 11 May Bishop Ken Clarke, Mission Director, SAMS UK and Ireland, opened the inaugural Mission Fair at Movilla Abbey, Newtownards.
Challenging those present, Bishop Ken said that in mission it’s important to know a little about much but a lot about one thing. He commended the Rector, Revd Kevin Graham and the Methodist minister, Revd Paul Gallucci, for their vision and for holding mission at the centre of church life.
Many missionary organisations were present representing local and global mission, including Christians against Poverty, Mission to Seafarers, Wycliffe Bible Translators and Christian Aid. Visitors were able to enjoy an “Ulster fry” during the Fair as well as engaging in conversations around mission.
Proceeds raised from the sale of refreshments were donated to Christian Aid in this week of annual collection. The Rector, Kevin Graham said, “It’s important to keep mission central to our purpose otherwise we run a very great risk of failing in The Lord’s Great Commission.”
The fair was the culmination of regular slots on the fourth Sunday, known as “Go forth Sunday” when various missionary organisations present to both the Anglican and Methodist congregations the work of God at home and abroad through human agency.
Major Auction of Antiques and Fine Art for Conservation of St Fin Barre’s Cathedral
A major auction of antiques and fine art – 700 lots – will take place on Tuesday, 28th May in support of conservation work at St Fin Barre’s Cathedral, Cork. The auction is being held in Fota House and is being conducted by the renowned Sheppard’s Irish Auction House of Durrow, Co Laois.
Viewing dates for the auction at Fota House are Saturday – Monday, May 25th, 26th and 27th, with the auction itself starting at 10.30am sharp on Tuesday May 28th. Lots received include art – paintings, pictures and prints – some rare pieces of Cork and Limerick silver, jewellery and a small amount of fine wines and spirits. The auction will also feature a number of valuable novelty items.
The online catalogue is available at www.sheppards.ie
Former PMS chairman slams DETI silence on disqualification queries
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http://www.newsletter.co.uk/former-pms-chairman-slams-deti-silence-on-disqualification-queries-1-5091762
Cleric slams Peter Robinson’s ‘wicked misuse’ of prophet’s name
Former Free Presbyterian cleric objects on behalf of Jeremiah… Read more:
http://www.newsletter.co.uk/cleric-slams-peter-robinson-s-wicked-misuse-of-prophet-s-name-1-5096134
Hundreds of jobs for new teachers
Unemployed new teachers in Northern Ireland will be able to apply for hundreds of extra jobs in the next few weeks.
Read more:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-22554149
Unionist parties lock horns over shared education system vision
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http://www.newsletter.co.uk/unionist-parties-lock-horns-over-shared-education-system-vision-1-5087296
Northern Ireland has a choice about ‘what type of summer’ it wants
The Parades Commission claims there is still time to ensure a peaceful summer.
Read more:
http://www.thejournal.ie/northern-ireland-has-a-choice-about-what-type-of-summer-it-wants-912387-May2013/
Higher unemployment among Catholics, figures show
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http://www.newsletter.co.uk/higher-unemployment-among-catholics-figures-show-1-5100269
800,000 calls to Childline in 2012 – but 34 per cent unanswered
The ISPCC said that the issues of child abuse and welfare are still a serious concern in Ireland, with almost 14 per cent of contacts relating to these.
Read more:
http://www.thejournal.ie/childline-calls-2012-912905-May2013/
Derry Guildhall organ damaged
Read more:
http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/local-national/northern-ireland/guildhall-organ-damaged-firm-restoring-building-facing-repair-bill-for-instrument-29273742.html