Killead Presbyterian Church

05/06/2026

It is a real encouragement to see the friendships and connections building among our young people over these last few months.

There is a great sense of community growing, and our next Connected Youth event is always a highlight of the summer calendar.
On Friday 3rd July 2026, we are heading off for our annual summer day trip to Portrush for a day of fresh sea air at the beach and some fun at Curry's. It is open to all young people from P7 age and up, and we would love to have them join us for the day.

Because we want to ensure everyone travels safely, spaces on the bus are limited. If your teenager or a young person down the road would like to come along, please make sure to get their sign-up form completed as soon as possible so they don't miss out.

Key Details:
Date: Friday 3rd July 2026
Time: Meeting at Killead Church Hall at 11:00 am
Who: All young people in P7+
Cost: £10 per person (plus some extra change for Curry's if they wish)
What to bring: A packed lunch
You can find all the details and the QR code for registration on the flyer image attached below

29/05/2026

While we look after our own families and neighbours here at home, it is worth remembering that we belong to a much larger global family. Scripture reminds us in Romans 12 to "rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep." Next week, we have an opportunity to stand with part of that family that is currently facing immense hardship.

​We are gathering to pray for Christians around the world who face severe hardship and persecution for their faith. A representative from Open Doors will be joining us to share recent updates from the ground, helping us understand how we can best offer our support and guide our prayers for their protection and endurance.

​Whether you pray regularly, or simply want to come along to listen and show your support for those suffering overseas, you will be very welcome.

​Event Details:

​Date: Thursday 5th June

​Time: 8:00 PM

​Location: Loanends Presbyterian Church

​Arrangement: Everyone is welcome

26/05/2026

We are planning a summer day trip to Portrush for our Connected Youth group, and we are looking for a little assistance.

​Could anyone point us in the direction of a local church, organisation, or community group that rents out a minibus for a reasonable fee?

​If you know of any available options or have a contact you could share, we would be very grateful for your help.

​Thank you so much.

21/05/2026

It can be hard to pause from the busyness of life. But gathering to pray for our church family is always time well spent.

Join us tonight at 8:00 PM at Loanends Presbyterian as we seek God’s grace for the work of our church.

We will be praying for our Kirk Session and Committee, and hearing updates on the Holiday Bible Club and Connected Youth.
We are also looking forward to welcoming Chris Brown, community outreach worker from First Antrim, to share with us.

If you are tied up tonight and unable to travel out, please do remember these needs in prayer from home. All are very welcome.

19/05/2026

Saturday night’s Connected Youth was an absolute cracker! Between the chair-balancing challenges and the pool noodle games, it was great to see the church hall so full of energy.

​A massive thanks to the Arcade chippy for the food—it went down a treat—and a special thanks to Zara. She wrapped up the evening beautifully, pointing us towards the steadfast grace of Jesus and the real difference He makes to us all.

​We’re already planning the next one, so watch this space!

16/05/2026

Our friends in Loanends are having their Summer fete- please share and get the news out there.

Tractors, dog agility, and proper country food—the Loanends Summer Fete and Charity Road Run is back! 🚜☀️

​There is something deeply valuable about gathering together as a local community, especially at a time when genuine, face-to-face connection can feel a bit harder to come by. Whether you have lived in the area for generations or you have just recently moved in, we would be absolutely delighted to welcome you. It is always a highlight of our year, and simply a wonderful opportunity to catch up with old neighbours and make a few new friends over a cup of tea.

​We have planned a grand day out for all ages, and everyone in our wider community is warmly invited to join us.

​The Important Details:

​📅 Date: Saturday 6th June

​⏰ Time: From 12 Noon

​📍 Where: Loanends Presbyterian Church grounds

​What’s On:

​🚜 Tractor & Car Run

​🐕 Dog Agility Demonstrations

​🎈 Children’s Activities & Games

​🍰 Various Stalls & Delicious Food

​Are you planning on bringing a vehicle for the road run, or are you just coming along for the home baking? Let us know in the comments below, and tag a neighbour who deserves a proper day out!

13/05/2026

Saturday night is fast approaching, and we’re counting down the hours! It was such a joy to see everyone at our first gathering, and we’re really looking forward to our second Connected Youth event this weekend.

It’s going to be a grand, relaxed evening at Killead Hall. We’ll have the games out and a chippy tea on the way, so it’s a perfect chance to catch up and enjoy a bit of craic. A special word to our P7s: you are officially invited to join the fun, and we’d love to have you with us as you start thinking about the move to "the big school."

The Details

When: Saturday 16th May, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Where: Killead Presbyterian Church Hall

Who: P7s through to Secondary School

Cost: £3 for the chippy

Please do sign up using the link in the Instagram bio so we can make sure there’s enough food for everyone!

12/05/2026

We’ve really valued our recent themed prayer meetings, especially our last one focusing on our local farmers. For us, these evenings aren't about formal ritual; we simply want to encourage what God is already doing in our community and look forward to what He may do next. That is truly what our prayer times are about.

​We would love for you to join us as we gather again this Thursday 21st May at 8:00 PM. This time, we’ll be lifting up the life of our own congregation:

​Holiday Bible Club: Praying for the children and the many volunteers preparing for a busy week.

​Connected Youth: Supporting our young people as they grow and learn.

​Our Leadership: Asking for wisdom for the Kirk Session and Committee in their care for the parish.

​"Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think..." — Ephesians 3:20 (ESV)

09/05/2026

It is hard to wrap your head around the fact that over 380 million people-families just like ours—face severe hardship today simply for being Christians.

Tomorrow at Killead, we’re taking some time to think about those folks. We’ll be looking at how we can "weep with those who weep" by offering our support, and how we can find the strength to stay faithful to our own path when life gets difficult.

Whether you’re a regular part of the congregation or haven’t been through the doors in years, you’d be so welcome to join us. We start at 12 noon.

04/05/2026

Finding Balance in a Digital Age

​How do we help our children grow up with wisdom in a world that never seems to switch off?

​Whether we are parents, grandparents, or carers, we all want our young people to flourish. Yet, the constant presence of screens and social media can feel like a difficult path to navigate. If you have ever felt a bit overwhelmed by it all, please know you are in good company.

​We are hosting an informal gathering at Loanends Presbyterian church hall this Friday, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm. We will be joined by Dr Deborah Webster, who will help us think through how to encourage healthy habits with technology. This isn't about rules or judgement; it is about finding practical ways to support our children’s wellbeing and help them grow into resilient, thoughtful adults.

​To make it easier for you to join us, a kids club will be running in the hall at the same time.

​We would be so grateful if you could register as soon as possible (link below) so we can prepare the hall and the kids club. It promises to be a very helpful hour, and we would love to see you there.