First Church Belfast

First Church Belfast OUR CHURCH is a home for thoughtful minds and open hearts. We celebrate the dignity of each individual’s search and together live out faith in community.

PROGRESSIVE belief,
TRADITIONAL worship style,
WELCOMING diversity,
CELEBRATING the dignity of all.
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We cherish the diversity of humanity - including s*x, age, race, class, ethnicity, ability, s*xual orientation, and gender identity/expression. Rooted in a free and liberal christian tradition, we strive to be open to all. We are an open and welcoming community of faith that believes that e

ach person, created in the image of God, holds a piece of the truth, therefore we respect each person’s unique spiritual journey. We invite you to experience the difference that religious freedom in a caring community can make. There exists a wide range of theological, political, and cultural commitments within our congregation. We value these differences, and seek to learn from one another rather tan to compel any who join us to conform to a prescribed set of beliefs. Without requiring adherence to any specific religious belief or creed, we strive to create a community that celebrates the gifts of our members, friends and neighbours. We foster and environment where each member and guest can feel safe, valued, cared for, and given an opportunity to form meaningful connections. We cherish the diversity of of humanity - a diversity which includes differences in s*x, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, range of abilities, s*xual orientation, gender identity/expression, financial means, education, and political perspective. We are buoyed by the connections between us, and seek to deepen them while also inviting new friends on this shared journey. Whoever you are, wherever you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here. The First Presbyterian Church in Rosemary Street is the mother church of Presbyterian in Belfast. The congregation was founded in 1644 and has a long and distinguished tradition of liberal thought and practice. A member congregation of the Non-Subscribing Presbyterian Church of Ireland
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Worth visiting
06/09/2026

Worth visiting

06/09/2026

Morning Service led by June Carton 06/09/2026.

This Sunday: June Carton leads our serviceWe're so pleased to welcome our own June Carton to lead worship this Sunday.Ju...
04/09/2026

This Sunday: June Carton leads our service

We're so pleased to welcome our own June Carton to lead worship this Sunday.

June grew up in Ballymena and now lives in Dundonald. By day she works as a Maths tutor, with a particular passion for supporting young people with ADHD and ASD. She's also a keen crafter, and puts that love of craft to good use supporting Christians at Pride and other charities.

Having been part of First Church for just over a year, June sings in the choir and has organised both our Christmas Craft Fair and our Pride hospitality space. We're looking forward to hearing her preach.

Join us at 10:30, with tea and coffee in the Church Hall afterwards.

You all are welcome, and all of you is welcome!

30/08/2026

Morning Service led by David Kerr

Our last Summer Recital of 2026 takes the form of the Young Musicians' Prom, closing this year's series on Wednesday 26 ...
24/08/2026

Our last Summer Recital of 2026 takes the form of the Young Musicians' Prom, closing this year's series on Wednesday 26 August.

Last year's inaugural Prom was such a success it now has a permanent place in our series. The musicians come from a competition started by the Rotary Club of Comber to encourage young performers, brought to First Church last year by Richard Yarr, who adjudicated this year's competition.

Wednesday introduces four of this year's finalists: Jed Dunlop, this year's winner on saxophone, heading to the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in September; Cameron Moody, classical guitar, third place this year; Saoirse Sturgeon Rippon, flute, named Most Promising Under 16; and Charlie Short, percussion, Section Leader with the Ulster Youth Orchestra.

They'll be accompanied on piano, once again, by Tristan Russcher.

Wednesday 26 August, 1.15pm. Doors open at 12.30pm. Admission free, retiring donations gratefully received.

Please join us for what promises to be a great finale.

23/08/2026

Morning Service led by Rev Brian Ammons 23/08/2026.

23/08/2026

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