SEEDS Children's Ministry

16/04/2026

Our Family Fun Day is happening on Saturday 16th May 2026 from 11am in Oakfield Park, Raphoe, Co. Donegal. This is always a great day out and we hope you can join us.

To register please complete this form -
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25/12/2025

The Seeking Shepherd found the baby in the manger - just as the angels had said!

And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”

Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,

“Glory to God in the highest heaven,
and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”

When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.”

So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told

21/12/2025

For the 4th Sunday in Advent the seeking shepherd went to Inver and Mountcharles Church for a family service in Mountcharles. We enjoyed thinking about getting ready for Christmas and making sure we don't forget why we get to celebrate. The seeking shepherds are getting closer to the baby Jesus.

14/12/2025

The Seeking Shepherds journey continued to Fahan this morning. We went on a journey... A really big one...
A great morning spent thinking about why we celebrate Christmas and remembering to keep Jesus at the centre of our celebrations.

05/12/2025

The shepherds having starting seeking the baby Jesus! First stop was a visit to the Christmas Tree Festival at Aghadowey. It was great to meet the school children and think about the Greatest Journey.

23/11/2025

On the National Day of Prayer for Young People we are joining with people all across The Church of Ireland praying for young people, children and families in our church families and beyond. Will you join us in this prayer?

08/10/2025

Online Training Workshop - Thursday 9th October at 7:30pm

Don't forget to sign up for this Thursday's Online Messy Church Chat. Book now to avoid missing out. https://form.jotform.com/Rachael_Murphy/Messychurchchat

We are delighted to welcome Aike Kennet-Brown and Laura Steerman who will talk through the wonderful opportunities that come from running Messy Church in your community and we will give space for you to ask all the questions you've ever wanted to ask about Messy Church.

Whether you are a seasoned pro at all things Messy Church, or if it's something you've only heard of in passing, this is the place to come to learn new things, hear about new resources and share the opportunities, challenges and joys that Messy Church can bring.

10/09/2025

Looking forward to this event on Saturday 20th September

A reminder that the 250th Celebration Service is happening on the 20th of September in St May's Church of Ireland Church, Newry starting at 10.30am. For anyone in the Church of Ireland who was/is/will be involved in ministry with Children and Youth - Clergy, volunteers, staff, young leaders and participants, all are welcome!

We would love you to join us as we honour the legacy of those who have gone before us and celebrate with joy the great work that continues in our parishes to this day.

Do please come along and raise the roof with us. 🙌🙌🙌

04/09/2025

If you have a young leader involved in your children's ministry then this is the course for them! Applications are now open!

Applications are now open for our young leaders training programme! We’re super excited to be running this again after the success of our first group.

We’re looking for young people that are roughly 16-18 (last two years of school or equivalent) who are looking to understand what it means to be a Christian leader, what values are important to them and wanting to push themselves to grow in confidence, experience and knowledge in a safe learning space while having fun and meeting other young people.

The information sheet and application form can be found here: linktr.ee/DerryRaphoeYouth

01/06/2025

We had a great day at our Family Fun Day in Castlerock. We started with a service of celebration. Rev. Johnny McFarland led our worship, Rev. Chris MacBruithin talked to us about the Wise and Foolish Builder, and the Bishop closed our service in prayer. Families then had a chance to get creative by designing their own kites. The weather was mostly kind, but a few showers didn't dampen the fun on the beach. The sandcastle competition was very competitive - well done to everyone who took part!
A big thank you to Christ Church, Castlerock for hosting us and to all who helped make the day a success.
An even bigger thank you to the parishes and families who came along and took part in everything! Here are a few pictures to give an ideal of what we got up to...