All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching more and more people may cause thanksgiving to overflow to the glory of God. (2 Cor 4:15). The Church Mission Society Ireland has chosen today, 30th November, to celebrate 'Thanksgiving Tuesday'. For many charities, this is a significant fundraising day. The 'Giving Tuesday' movement was launched in 2012 as a way to encourage generosity and good deeds across the world. It takes place on the Tuesday after the USA

On 28th November - the first Sunday of Advent 2021 - the Church Mission Society Ireland launched its Advent Appeal. Donate now to CMSI's Advent Appeal in Sterling (£) Donate now to CMSI's Advent Appeal in Euro (€) (please write 'Advent Appeal' in the notes on the payment page) The Advent Appeal invites individuals to stand with CMSI and its Global Partners as they seek to bring more of God's light and hope in situations of darkness and despair. It's an opportunity to give a g

I’m a big fan of maps. I’m partial to a leaf through a decent atlas and I’d far rather follow some pre-printed map sheets than use Sat-nav on a road trip. I like the wider context and the bigger perspective. I enjoy the colours and the sense of shape and place. And I love the deeper meanings of maps. I guess that’s why one of my favourite scenes from one of my favourite TV Shows, The West Wing, involves a presentation given to the White House Press Secretary by the ‘Organizat

This coming Saturday, 6th November, CMSI will be joining churches, mission agencies and other groups from across civic society to support the COP26 Climate Rally in Belfast City Centre. The rally is to highlight the landmark COP26 climate conference currently taking place in Glasgow, and to demand net zero climate legislation for Northern Ireland. It is part of a Global Day of action (with other rallies taking place in Dublin, Cork and Derry/Londonderry) and is being hosted b