The Corrymeela Community

We are recruiting two programme interns to help us in our work of transforming division through human encounter. Learn more at: https://www.corrymeela.org/volunteer.

We're hiring a Head of Programme, a Receptionist/ Administrator and 2 Housekeepers. Could you be who we're looking for ? https://www.corrymeela.org/about/recruitm ent

We're preparing for our 2nd Summer School in Public Theology from 4-7 July, examining the theology of inclusion. for more details check us out here. https://www.corrymeela.org/…/summer-sch ool-in-public-theolo…

Grieving with our friends at L'Arche but grateful for all that Jean Vanier has taught us. May he rest in peace.

60 amazing people are running in today's Belfast marathon to build a better N.Ireland - supporting our work and local foodbanks. Show your support by liking this post and making a donation - https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/co rrymeela2019

Our three relay teams are more then half way through the Belfast marathon. Lots of happy faces along the way. If you haven’t had a chance to support us, Ballycastle and Ballymena Running Clubs as we raise funds for local food banks, go to https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/co rrymeela2019

Friends, we are thrilled to let you know about this exciting event with Barbara Brown Taylor on Sunday 26th May at 7pm in Fitzroy Church in Belfast.
https://www.corrymeela.org/…/barbara-br own-taylor-in-conver…

Thankful for all that Pádraig has shared with us as leader over the last 5 years. Looking forward to our journey with Alex when he starts over the summer. It’s in the shelter of each other that people live…

Easter Sunday Conflict is often riven with conflict. It seems obvious to say but it’s worthwhile reflecting on. Conflict opens up conflicted stories about the truth. Something happens that has caused a rift, and then the question is “What happened?” Pádraig Ó Tuama writes this prayer:

It seems appropriate today to say we're partnering with Place for Hope in The Glasgow Gathering, exploring faith-based responses to conflict later this year, 31 Oct-2 Nov. Bookings are now open and we'd love to see you there.
http://www.placeforhope.org.uk/events

Today, a day of terrible grief in our community, we remember all those murdered in senseless violence.
On BBC Radio Ulster this morning, Pádraig offered a reflection for Good Friday which we share here in solidarity and silence.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m000464 h

Today, Good Friday, we wake to the news of a senseless death: Lyra McKee, a dedicated and gifted journalist was murdered last night in Derry.
So many people live in the wake of grief here, and we are heartbroken for the family and friends of Lyra.
A prayer in times of violence
... God of all humanity in times of violence we see how inhuman we can be.
We pray for those who, today, are weighed down by grief. We pray for those who, yesterday, were weighed down by grief.
And the day before, and all the days before the day before.
We pray, too, for those who help us turn towards justice and peace.
Turn us all towards justice and peace because we need it.
Amen.
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For Good Friday, we are offering you a narrative reflection on Jesus, our powerful friend. In the face of violent power — particularly the violent power of the Romans — we see narrations of Jesus, who had a profound relationship with power, but a power that included, rather than lashed out. Pádraig has written this prayer...

Our Programme Manager for Public Theology, Glenn Jordan appeared on a panel on last Sunday's BBC Radio Ulster Sunday Sequence programme to discuss conflict, violence, and lessons for ending it. The conversation begins at 50:57 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m00046l 2

Friends, you are very welcome to Fitzroy Church tonight at 5.15pm for Corrymeela in the City.
Reflection on the Gospel, Prayer, Silence, Companionship.
Followed by a cuppa.

We are delighted that the wonderful people of The On Being Project have have rebroadcasted this 2016 interview at Corrymeela. https:/…/pro…/padraig-o-tuama-belongi ng-creates-and-undoes-us/

News from Corrymeela. We are delighted to have appointed Rev. Dr. Alex Wimberly as the new leader.

News from Corrymeela. We are delighted to have appointed Rev. Dr. Alex Wimberly as the new leader.