Beginning on Ash Wednesday, 18 February, Bishop David invites you to join him for 40 daily Lent devotionals exploring Revival and the early chapters of Acts.  As we look at scripture, past revival accounts from our diocese, and discern what God is doing today, we will cry out together for a fresh move of his […]

The Register of Vestry men and women will be updated in January 2026 and reviewed by the Select Vestry at its meeting on Tuesday 17th February 2026. The individuals recorded in the Register may stand for election to the Select Vestry at the Easter General Vestry and may vote in the election. Anyone wishing to […]

The church premises require regular maintenance to keep them in good order, so it is an advantage to have a regular schedule for works both for buildings and grounds. This gives people an opportunity to volunteer a few hours each month to assist in the upkeep of our estate.  Accordingly, the last Saturday of each month is […]

All over the world millions of people find hope and help in knowing Jesus Christ. ‘Hope Explored’ is a three-session series about the life, death and resurrection of Jesus that examines his extraordinary claims. Through teaching from Rico Tice and studies from Luke’s Gospel, ‘Hope Explored’ shows how Jesus offers us a hope worth having, […]

Like other churches, St Finnian’s depends on the generosity of parishioners for all our general income. Without this, we could not continue as a local place of worship, witness, support and fellowship. At the beginning of a New Year, we would like to thank all who support the work of the Parish by their regular […]

LECTIO 365 is a free daily devotional resource that helps you pray the Bible every day. DOWNLOAD ON APP STORE (APPLE)  DOWNLOAD ON PLAY STORE (ANDROID)  Written by leaders from the 24-7 Prayer movement, this resource helps you engage with Scripture to inspire prayer and shape your life. Journey through the year with hosts Pete Greig, Carla […]

As part of the overall review of Diocesan policies in June, the Select Vestry reinstated our policy for the Garden of Remembrance based on the Diocesan rules.  The Select Vestry wish to remind families using the Garden of Remembrance that any floral tributes used at the funeral may be placed on the garden wall and will be disposed of […]

In a new Inspiring angles video published ahead of Remembrance Sunday, Canon Jono Pierce and the Cregagh Crafters – at St. Finnian’s in East Belfast – speak about the significance of their poppy display and bringing together over 40 people to share their creative skills. Cregagh Crafters is one of many projects which has been […]

Our church prayer room (formerly the glebe’s room), off the Huston Hall, is a calm oasis. It offers the opportunity to withdraw from the crowds. It’s a place to sit quietly; to reflect and pray. It is for everyone. Maybe you would like to spend a few minutes there before or after a meeting of […]

It’s so easy for us with the pressures of contemporary society to allow thefoundational disciplines of the Christian life to slip. The purpose of this Spiritual Health Check is to give you a tool to help you evaluate how these disciplines work out in your own life. Below is a downloadable spiritual checklist with some […]