80th Anniversary Service for Christian Aid

This year marks a significant milestone in the history of Christian Aid Ireland, as it turns 80!

Christian Aid was founded by the Churches in Britain and Ireland in 1945, in the aftermath of World War Two, to respond to the refugee crisis in Europe.  Thanks to the generous and prayerful support of thousands of individuals and local churches, its work continues 80 years on to tackle both the symptoms and root causes of poverty in over 40 countries.

On World Refugee Day – Friday, 20th June 2025 – Christian Aid will be holding a special service of thanksgiving for the global impact made possible by the individuals, churches, staff and partners which make up Christian Aid.  As we give thanks, those present will also focus on the challenges ahead and recommit ourselves to striving for a world free from the scandal of poverty.

Please plan to join in the service:

Belfast Cathedral, Donegall Street, Belfast BT1 2HB Friday 20th June 2025, 7pm

There will be reflections from Christian Aid’s history, and music from Renaissance Choir and Intercultural Worship Ireland.  The preacher will be the former Chair of Christian Aid Ireland, the Rt Revd Trevor Williams.

The service will close with tea and coffee and an opportunity to chat.  To assist with catering and organisation, those who plan to attend are asked to get in touch with David Thomas at dthomas@christian-aid.org or register online at the following link: www.christianaid.ie/get–involved/events/80th–anniversary–service