Bishop urges Synod members to play their part in the work of reconciliation

Bishop Andrew urged delegates at the 2026 Diocesan Synod to ‘play their part’ in the work of reconciliation in our communities. His call came in his Presidential Address to synod members from every corner of the Diocese of Derry and Raphoe, who had gathered in Londonderry’s Everglades Hotel for the occasion.  “Recent events in our…

Venerable Robert Boyd MBE Installed as Archdeacon of Derry

The new Archdeacon of Derry, the Venerable Robert Boyd MBE, was formally installed at a Service of Installation in St Columb’s Cathedral in Londonderry on Monday 5th October 2026. The Archdeacon’s wife, May, and children Ellen and Reuben, were in church to hear him make the Chapter Declaration in front of the Bishop of Derry…

Archbishop John McDowell and Archbishop Eamon Martin have recorded the prayer together, inviting peopleto pray for peace and to consider how we can be good neighbours to one another. Watch a short video of Archbishops Eamon Martin and John McDowell inviting people across the island of Ireland and beyond to join them as they jointly recite the Prayer for Peace of Saint…

‘A night to be excited’ as new Priest-in-charge is introduced in Christ Church, Buncrana

The new Priest-in-charge of the Parishes of Fahan Upper and Fahan Lower, Rev Mel Niblock, came face-to-face with her new parishioners for the first time – formally – at her Service of Introduction in Christ Church, Buncrana on Friday 11th September. The service, which was led by the Rural Dean for Raphoe and Inishowen, Very…

Stepping Aside: A Day Retreat for Lay Ministers

“Come away… and rest for a while” (Mark 6:31) The Commission on Ministry warmly invites all Lay Ministers across the Church of Ireland to a special one-day retreat – a space intentionally created to pause, reflect, reconnect, and be renewed in God’s presence. In the midst of faithful service, ministry responsibilities, and the many demands…