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Latest News

1 - 3 February '19, Celebration weekend

Join us this weekend as we celebrate, remember and rejoice in God's goodness to us as a church.
Newcomers Gathering

If you have joined the cathedral family recently we would love to see you on the 20th January after
Nativity Live and Dazzle

On Saturday 9th December we dressed up in costumes and were joined by Lisburn Community choir, and
Sunday 11 November - no morning services in the Cathedral - read on..

Important announcement: Due to the Civic Commemorations taking place in the centre of Lisburn on 11
Alpha Course

Ever had questions about God, faith, or the meaning of life?
Kidzone Friday Returns 21st September

Kidzone Friday is a fun evening for kids in P3-Year 8 during term time. Crafts, games, tuck shop,
Our Linen Stories Exhibiton

We are pleased to host the 'Our Linen Stories' Exhibition in the Cathedral from 3-6 October. Free
Series on Revelation

Commencing on Sunday evening 23rd September @ 6.30pm we will starting a new series entitled 'Dear
Uganda Mission Trip Video Launched!

Our youth and young adults team who travelled to Uganda during the Summer have just launched their
European Heritage Open Days

Hi everyone - we are delighted to open for the European Heritage days on 8th and 9th September.
Uganda Mission Trip Blog

Our youth and young adults team to Uganda have arrived safely, they’ll be blogging every couple of
Summer Madness information
Connor takes the Castle

Book now and save on Connor takes the Castle
Fundraising dinner in aid of Uganda team

On the 23rd of June the Youth and Young adults mission team who are travelling to Uganda this
Abaana & CMSI Update (5)

Tuesday 17th April We were again at the Clergy Retreat, and the Pastors were again thankful for us
Abaana & CMSI Update (4)

Wednesday 11th April
Abaana & CMSI Update (3)

Wednesday 11th April
Abaana & CMSI Update (2)

Abaana & CMSI Update (2) Tuesday 10th AprilToday we felt the rain down in Africa.
First Update from the Yei team

Abaana & CMSI Team Update!
Lisburn Cathedral Team set to travel to support friends in Yei

On Friday April 6 a team from Lisburn Cathedral will travel to Arua, Uganda, close to the border
Big Story World returns!

A FREE FAMILY EVENT IS COMING TO LISBURN THIS EASTER!
Rector behind bars...

Hi All, I am currently in incarcerated in Crumlin Road Gaol. Freedom comes at a cost! I have to
Sam Wright - behind bars!!

The Very Rev Sam Wright, Dean of Connor, is set to serve a term in Crumlin Road Gaol come March.
Sponsored Walk - postponed

The Sponsored Walk due to take place this Saturday (3rd March) has been postponed because of the
Kingdom Campaign

Stories from the Kingdom Campaign which launched on February 4th
Coffee Room Manager

Natalie Bond, joined the Cathedral Staff as coffee room manager in December 2017.
CIEF Event with guest speaker: Amy Orr-Ewing

Amy Orr-Ewing will be our special guest speaker for the CIEF CELEBRATION 2018 EVENT, being held in
Mission trip to Uganda- Summer 2018

With preparation well underway for our youth and young adults mission trip to Uganda during Summer
Christmas Services info..

Just a reminder to all about our services over the Christmas period. God bless and have a very
Confirmation & Baptism Service held in the Cathedral

A Confirmation and Baptism Service was held in the Cathedral on the 3rd Of December 2017.
Cracking Christmas Party at Lisburn Cathedral

Join us at Lisburn Cathedral on Saturday 9th December from 11am-1pm for our Cracking Christmas
We're Hiring! Coffee Room Manager Post

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Kerygma Choir 'Celebration Praise'

We are excited to host the outstanding 'Kerygma' & 'Junior Kerygma' choirs - on Saturday 18th
Lisburn Cathedral Light Party

Join us at Lisburn Cathedral on Friday 20th October from 7pm-8:30pm for our LIGHT PARTY!
Love for Life helps to see The Better Story

Love for Life is running a series of seminars aimed at helping people to understand, appreciat
New Home Group - 11d Magheralave Road Lisburn

– Transformed Life: Ephesians 1-3. Cathedral Rectory, 11d Magheralave Road, Lisburn, BT28 3BE 8pm
Connor Big Sing

The Dean and Chapter at Lisburn Cathedral would like to invite those interested in learning more
Epic Explorers comes to Lisburn Cathedral

Our annual Holiday Bible Club is fast approaching, join us at Lisburn Cathedral from Monday 24th
Big Story World
Lets Get Real About Easter

Check out our amazing Kidzone movie on the story of Palm Sunday and Easter right here
New Life Choir Report
Lisburn Community Choir

Well it has been another busy year.
CAP Money Course at Lisburn Cathedral

January is a great time to take a fresh look at your finances and make a plan for the year ahead.
Live Music every Tuesday - Cathedral Coffee Room

Every Tuesday - in the Cathedral Coffee room.
Festive Fun at Cracking Christmas Party

On Saturday 17th December Lisburn Cathedral was transformed into a winter wonderland for our first
the 'Cracking Christmas Party!'

We have a 'CRACKING CHRISTMAS PARTY' lined up for Saturday 17 December - 12.30pm to 2.30pm in the
Lates from Burkina Faso team..8th December

Burkina Update Thursday 8th December After a difficult number days we thank God we got our 3rd
latest from Burkina Faso team.. Tuesday 6th December

Team update: Tuesday 6th December We are still in Bombella trying to get a well. We had hoped to
Latest from the Burkino Faso team - please pray for success!

Latest update from Burkino Faso..(4 December)
latest update from Burkino Faso.. (30th November)

Today was a huge success. We had to change drilling location in Tiekuy due to a muddy hole.
Update from Friends in Action team - Tim, Denis & Keith

Three Lisburn Cathedral parishioners Denis Fullerton, Keith Forsythe and Tim Flanagan flew to
Rhythm at Ripple

Ripple Kids Big Adventure 2016
Hillhall Outreach & Community Harvest update

The Hillhall Outreach Team are looking forward to one of our highlights of the year - the Community
SOUTH SUDAN: Situation continues to deteriorate in Yei town..
God's True Promises - F@7 Sundays

We're kicking off an exciting new series on Sunday nights - looking at, thinking about, resting in
New Sunday Morning Sermon Series

Starting on Sunday 9 October - we will be finding out what the Bible says about 'God's Grace' - don
Ripple - Kidzone Day out

Saturday 15th october sees the return of the Connor Diocese Ripple events.
Simon’s Final Sunday -“Servants and Stewards”

Simon’s Final Sunday -“Servants and Stewards”
Divine Healing Ministries Day of Prayer

A special event at St.Anne's Cathedral to find God's peace
Kids Holiday Bible Club (Kidzone Olympics)

Calling all kids (P1 - P7 ages), Our Holiday Bible club starts on Monday 25th July 10am
Update from the Colliers

June 2016 prayer letter
Nonie Scott Walking for Abaana

Read about Nonie's 192 mile walk!
Summer News Sheet

Read all about what's happening over summertime!
MEN AT WORK - LIFE IN THE FAST LANE

Launching a new gathering for men at Lisburn Cathedral
The Big Church Serve: 23rd-26th March 2016

Nearly here!
Installation of Dean of Connor and Canons

Come celebrate with Sam and others at this special service
Every Party on Valentines night

Read about how EVERYone enjoyed their night!
Update from the Collier Family

Read their latest newsletter
Launch Of ‘ReLENTless Prayer’

40 days and 40 nights start here!
Cathedral Mag Winter 2015

Check out our latest mag!
Funday Bunday Sunday

Sunday 29th Nov - great chance for community and craic for a great cause
Relentless Prayer 2016

Check out an exciting opportunity this Lent and view video promo
Mettle have a blast at ‘Reveal’

A great outing in Ballycraigy on Saturday October 3rd
Meet Jason Sime

Read about the new kids and youth worker who'll be joining our team in Sept!
Special Nights of Prayer Focus

Join us during August as we pray for some specific ministries
The Windows of Lisburn Cathedral

New brochure launched!
Epilogue Services during August

Details of our evening services
Streetreach team commissioned at St Anne’s

40 young people head to North Belfast, including 13 of ours!
Karen Webb moving on

Great news for the Diocese as Karen takes up the new post of Lead Pioneer Evangelist!
Connor Streetreach

Read about and watch the promo vid for Connor Streetreach
Whole Church Prayer Initiative

Join with Christians across the land to pray a simple prayer
You can join in with BCS

Here's a timetable of things you could get involved in during the BCS
Cathedral Refurb - a great success!

Read a recent article in 'Perspective' magazine
Big Church Serve 2015 Registration

On Sunday the 25th and Tuesday the 27th of January, we had two fantastic registration nights.
Joy to the world Video

Re-live this phenomenal event by watching video coverage
Yei Diocese Update

Bishop Hilary has written in appreciation of the link with parishes like Lisburn Cathedral in
Meet Nathan

Our new intern shares who he is and what he's excited about!
London Community Gospel Choir

Hear about a great night enjoyed by all!
Big Camp Out 2014 Video!

Check out a vid of our night in Tollymore Forest in our tents!
Mettle All-Night Readathon

27 books in 12 hours all in aid of Rise!
Friends in Action Video

Check out a great video of the work in Burkina Faso!
Parish Prayer Course

Join us on Wednesdays in August
Diocesan Pentecost Service

Lisburn Cathedral hosted the final Diocesan Pentecost Service
A Prayer for South Sudan

In Bishop Anthony Poggo's words.
Bishop of Connor’s message for Lent and Easter

Watch Bishop Alan's video message
Connor Engage Youth Event

Mettle went on tour to Ballymena at the end of March - Read more!
South Sudan Update

Some info as well as some quotes from CMSI's Jenny Smyth
Pray for South Sudan

Points for prayer at this difficult time for our brothers and sisters.
Christmas Tree Gallery!

View a wee gallery of some of the trees!
New Wine Sligo Summer Conference 2014

Loads of Cathedral people signed up - but we'd love you to join us! Read more here!
A Weekend to Remember

Read about our parish weekend!
Cathedral Wins Website Competition

lisburncathedral.org wins the Church of Ireland prize for the 2nd year running!
Scout Service

Lisburn & District Scout Council’s annual St George’s Day parade and service report!
Limited Edition Cathedral Prints

A chance to mark the Cathedral's 350th anniversary.
Bishop’s Training Day

A great day at the Cathedral attended by clergy from across Connor
St.Patrick's Night Bash

Read about a great night in the Hall!
Festival of Preaching Report

Read how we got on at the Festival on the 2nd March!
Burkina Faso Drilling Team Report

Read about how a Friends in Action team involving 2 of our parishioners got on!
Community Children’s Choir

An exciting opportunity for the children of Lisburn!
Sights and Stories from Yei Diocese!

View Sam's slideshow
Porn Scars Conference

An event aimed at anybody who cares about the effect of pornography on the rising generation.
Re–opening and Rededication Weekend!

Read about our Service on Sunday December 2.
A chance to celebrate what God has done!

Wach our promo for our Celebration on Sunday 9th December 2012!
Leading Ladies Concert

A spectacular night of music for everyone on the 3rd of December!
It's gonna be a Biggy!

Evangelism training and opportunities for the passionate non-experts!
A Night with Treble Clef!

Read about a great night of music from the 40s and 50s at Lisburn Cathedral!
Festival of Preaching Promo Vid

Check out our promo for the festival in March 2013!
Moving out to Move forward!

While essential work is being carried out, we will temporarily be worshipping in the Hall
Alpha Update

Read about how our Alpha course over in the SERC has been going!
News about Annual Easter Vestry Sunday!!

Read about a great day of worship, looking back and thinking forward!
Dawn Service at Lisburn Cathedral

Read about a great Easter Sunday morning!

Latest Sermons

Sunday 10 Feb '19: 1 Corintiians 13 (audio)

Sunday 3 February '19: Luke 5: 1 - 11 (audio)

Sunday 27 Jan '19: 1 Corinthians 12: 12 - 31 (audio)

Sunday 20 Jan '19. 1 Corinthians 12: 1 - 11 (audio)

Sunday 13 January '19: Acts 8:14-17 & Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 (video)

Teach us to Pray 5 - Lead us not into Temptation...

Sam encourages us not to be resistant to the potter's moulding (Jer 18)