“After Jesus’ death his disciples were afraid and all seemed lost and hopeless, but the risen Christ met them in their despair and restored hope through his victory over death.”
“When he rose from the dead on that first Easter morning, the risen Christ brought the light of hope into the darkness of despair.”
The following list of services may be helpful for those who will be unable to attend worship in person at Church of Ireland services this Sunday.
The holding of the Church of Ireland General Synod from 7th–9th May 2020 in the Croke Park Conference Centre, Dublin, has been cancelled due to the Covid–19 pandemic.
In a gesture of support for everyone during the ongoing coronavirus crisis, the Board of the Church of Ireland Gazette has decided to make the April issue available FREE online.
The following listing may be helpful for building a regular rhythm of worship between Sundays. This is the first edition and the list will be updated weekly.
“Let us share safely the peace of Christ with those who suffer from the coronavirus, with their loved ones, with those who are front line carers, with those who continue to provide us with essential services and with scientists and researchers.”
St Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin, has opened a digital a Book of Condolences to assist people bereaved as a result of the Covid–19 pandemic.
The Church of Ireland’s eBulletin will be published weekly until further notice, to help to highlight broadcast and online worship services and reflections and other ways in which the Church is seeking to respond to the Covid–19 outbreak.
Guidance was issued to all clergy (retired and serving) aged 70 and over and those with underlying health conditions early last week.