Congregations of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland

Harmony Way,
Ballynahinch
Co. Down

Sunday Service:
11.00am and 6.30pm
(1st and 3rd Sundays)

Minister: Rev. Mairisine Stanfield
Telephone: (028) 9756 2376 (Manse); (028) 9756 1359 (Manse)
Email: mstanfield@presbyterianireland.org

First Ballynahinch

First Ballynahinch were established as a congregation in 1696 but the current church building dates to 1751. The building was used as a rest place for the militia troops during the Battle of Ballynahinch in 1798 (United Irishmen and the Rebellion).

The congregation has approximately 250 families and is a very mixed group age-wise. They have lots for young people - Youth Club, 2 Youth Fellowship groups (11-13 yrs YOYO (You're Only Young Once) and 14+ yrs JAMPOT (Jesus and me plus others too).

They have been involved, from its inception, with other congregations in the town in the establishment of a youth project called 'The Edge'. This was set up as a safe place for young people, particularly, those not connected with the church. It is an old shirt factory, remodelled and very trendy!

For adults there are several options. There are 2 Alpha courses every year (an introduction to the Christian faith), Home Groups and also 'Passion Groups' for folk who want to grow in their spiritual gifting and walk.

For further information visit the church website at www.firstchurch.co.uk/