On Sunday, 1st November at 7 o’clock, we will gather together to support families from our parish who have lost loved ones in the past year; to surround them with our love and our prayers. Family members and friends of those who have died are invited to submit photographs which will be displayed during the […]

Dear Friends at St. Finnian’s, I am delighted to attach the latest ‘Thrive South Sudan’ update which includes some exciting developments. I hope this brings a smile to your face and much encouragement. Thank you for standing with the furthest behind – thank you for your faithfulness, generosity and prayers. It’s thanks to churches and […]

Join us for a six week study exploring some basic questions many people have about the Christian faith, the Bible, suffering and justice. Tim Keller’s book, ‘The Reason for God’ explores these ideas and many more. He then invites folks from all walks of life to explore these questions together. The result is a helpful […]

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 […]

The latest Mission Matters podcast from the Church of Ireland’s Council for Mission podcast welcomes Dr Julie McKinley (from the Bible Society Ireland) and Dr Rhiannon McAleer (from the British and Foreign Bible Society, covering England and Wales) to unpack the ground–breaking findings of The Quiet Revival report. Julie and Rhiannon discuss the surprising surge in church […]

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 […]

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 […]