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Saint Mary'sChurch of Ireland · Ardee

Ministry

Programs and Activities

Christian life is expressed through worship, prayer, learning, fellowship, compassion and good relationships with our neighbours. The ten areas below describe the ministry a parish church exists to offer.

Each page explains the purpose and aims of that area. Where specific activities are running, their details will be published once confirmed by the parish — we would rather say less than say something that is not so.

Harvest offerings of fruit and vegetables beside a memorial window inscription at Saint Mary's, Ardee
Harvest thanksgiving
  1. IChristian Worship and Spiritual LifeTo gather God's people in prayer and praise, and to draw each of us into a deeper relationship with God.
  2. IIBiblical TeachingTo open the Scriptures so that faith may grow in understanding.
  3. IIIPrayer and Spiritual ReflectionTo nurture a life of prayer and offer a peaceful place for contemplation.
  4. IVPastoral Care and Spiritual SupportTo offer spiritual encouragement, prayer and compassionate presence to people in every circumstance of life.
  5. VChristian FellowshipTo build a church family where everyone is known, welcomed and valued.
  6. VICommunity OutreachTo express the love of Christ in practical care for the wider community.
  7. VIIFamily and Intergenerational EngagementTo support families and to strengthen the bonds between generations in faith.
  8. VIIIReligious Heritage and Church HistoryTo honour the generations who have worshipped on this site by preserving the building and sharing its story accurately.
  9. IXSeasonal Christian CelebrationsTo mark the great seasons of the Christian year in worship and celebration.
  10. XCommunity Relationships and CooperationTo be a constructive, respectful and cooperative presence in community life.