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In CMSI, we get to hear lots of incredible stories: stories of God’s people engaging in God's mission; stories of lives transformed; stories of hope, renewal, light and love.
Our news and blog updates will give you a flavour of how God is at work in our world. Our monthly updates, inMission magazine and Link Letters from our Mission Personnel will inform and inspire you - and fuel your prayers.
We hope that these stories encourage you to connect, equip and transform.
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Linda Abwa
Mar 31, 2020
Lessons In Reciprocity
As a Partnership Coordinator, one of the things I often try to convey about CMSI’s approach is the reciprocity of partnering with each...
Linda Abwa
Mar 25, 2020
Saying 'No' To Fear In DRC
On Sunday, Archbishop Zechariah Masimango Katanda, began his address to all the churches of DR Congo with 1 Thes 5:16-18 - “Rejoice...
Roger Cooke
Mar 16, 2020
CMSI Postpones AGM
In light of the rapidly developing response to COVID-19 and following last week’s closure of the Church Of Ireland Theological Institute...
Roger Cooke
Mar 3, 2020
AGM 2020 & Annual Accounts
CMS Ireland will hold its Annual General Meeting at 2pm on Saturday 28th March 2020 in the Church Of Ireland Theological Institute,...
CMS Ireland
Feb 27, 2020
Lessons in the rain
There has always been plenty of water in Cairo. It just doesn't stick around very long. In fact, it is mostly contained within the banks...
Roger Thompson
Feb 26, 2020
Briggs' Farewell Service
Around 100 family, friends and supporters gathered recently at St Jude's, Ballynafeigh to give thanks and pray for Ronnie and Maggie...
CMS Ireland
Feb 26, 2020
Alexandria
Sunday 23rd February On my study at home, buried under piles of books and assorted family memorabilia, is a tattered black and white...
CMS Ireland
Feb 25, 2020
Church tours and trash talk
Friday 21st February The image to the right is part of the Karnak Temple Complex situated just east of the River Nile in Luxor, Upper...
Billy Smyth
Feb 22, 2020
Resuscitating a grey lady
Friday 20th February It is hot here - at over 30 degrees each afternoon. The VTC students received a visit from Bishop Hilary today. It...
Jenny Smyth
Feb 21, 2020
South Sudan Update
These are critical days for South Sudan. Tomorrow (22nd February) is the deadline set for launching the new Government of National Unity....
CMS Ireland
Feb 20, 2020
A Challenging View
Above is an image reflecting the view I have each time I leave the offices of Refuge Egypt here in Cairo. Below is another image which...
Billy Smyth
Feb 19, 2020
Signs of growth
Tuesday 18th February After much repacking I managed to fit a large full tool box, extension cable and electrical fittings for a...
CMS Ireland
Feb 17, 2020
Shoots of hope in Menouf
Saturday 15th February Today was market day in Menouf and it was busy; very busy. Menouf is a town some one and a half hours North of...
CMS Ireland
Feb 13, 2020
Getting started
Thursday 13th February Don't be fooled. Egypt may be a desert country but as I discovered upon rising on Tuesday morning, it is not...
CMS Ireland
Feb 12, 2020
Billy Smyth South Sudan Interview
Billy Smyth is preparing to go to Yei Diocese, South Sudan for the latest in his ongoing support of our partners there. We had a chance...
Roger Cooke
Feb 5, 2020
Job Opportunity with CMSI
Join the CMSI Staff Team. Part-Time: 20 hours per week Salary: £22,020 (pro rata) CMSI is seeking to appoint an Administration Coordinator...
CMS Ireland
Jan 22, 2020
Sunday Schools Support CMSI Mission Projects
Children and young people across Ireland have been taking part in the CMSI Children's Resource for almost 20 years. Not only have they...
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