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Ireland in Christmas Praise 2019

Introducing… Tom Myles (Photo above). Tom played at BBC Proms in the Park and New Irish Arts say they are delighted that he is another one of their soloists at Ireland in Christmas Praise 2019. Tom is Head Boy at Regent House Grammar School and was one of the Woodwind Category Finalists in the 2018 BBC Young Musician competition. He has just completed four years of membership with the National Youth Orchestra (NYO) of Great Britain, with the most recent two years as principal clarinet. “Ireland in Christmas Praise” is in the Waterfront Hall, Belfast on Friday and Saturday 20 and 21 December at 7.45 pm. Tickets from
[https://www.waterfront.co.uk/w…/ireland-in-christmas-praise/ ]
or call 028 9033 4455

Songs of Praise in Downpatrick

Songs of Praise is coming to Downpatrick for a recording of hymns on Monday 25th November, 18:30 – 21:30 at Down Cathedral. The producers would love you to come along. To book FREE tickets please contact [SOPCongregations@avantimedia.tv ]or call them on 0161 873 7073

Historic Liberties landmark St Catherine’s Church to celebrate 250th

Historic St Catherine’s Church on Thomas Street is 250 years old this year – and they are having a gala concert to celebrate!

The birthday bash, which will take place next month, will include live music, stories and songs from throughout the ages of Dublin and The Liberties.

Tickets to the concert on November 23 are just €16 – and all the money raised goes to local charity the Solas Project, which works to teach kids and young people about the importance of self worth.

Featuring Uilleann Pipes and songs from the folk and classical traditions, the first half will be a musical journey through time in the life of Dublin.

At the interval a complimentary glass of wine or soft drink is included with your ticket.

Then the second half will see the Dublin Gospel Choir taking to the stage, with the concert culminating in a joyful finale involving all performers.
Featured performers include:

Dublin Gospel Choir – “Ireland’s Premier Expression of Gospel Music!”
Mark Redmond – ”..garnishing a reputation as the best Uilleann piper in the country..”
Simon Morgan – ”Award Winning Irish Singer. Ireland’s most diverse vocal artist, Simon is at the forefront of Irish Musical Life.”
Suzanne Savage – “one of Ireland ́s hidden music heroes, charismatic singer, songwriter, violinist and performer.”
Atomic Stage School and St Catherine’s Choir

Memorial to Connor churchman

A beautiful desk was recently dedicated in memory of Mr Billy Campbell, a parishioner of St Patrick’s, Connor. The rector, the Rev Ian Magowan, said: “Billy was a regular and faithful member of the church. We thank God for his life, and for all that he meant to his late wife Muriel, his family, the congregation and his friends; for the happy memories we all have of him and for his influence on others. This was demonstrated by his attitude in life and through his faith.”

The desk was presented by Billy’s son Gerry and Gerry’s wife Jennifer. The desk was dedicated by the rector and is now a permanent piece of furniture in St Patrick’s Church.

Rev Canon James Stewart Frazer.

It is with sadness we have learned of the death of Rev Canon James Stewart Frazer. Canon Frazer is a former Rector and Chancellor of Clogher Cathedral and Errigal Portclare. He died on October 15, 2019. Our sincere sympathies go to his wife Florence and his family David, Hilary, Jonathan and Victoria.

Funeral service and thanksgiving for his life in St. Ignatius’ Parish Church, 700 Saintfield Road, Carryduff, Belfast BT8 8BU, today at 11.00 a.m. on Saturday October 19, followed by interment in St. Aidan’s Churchyard,

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