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Public benefits
To advance and strengthen Christianity in the area of Lisburn and elsewhere, by carrying out the Great Commission of our Lord Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:18-20). As the principles of Christianity are taught, members are more likely to become better citizens, volunteering and engaging with others and the wider community, providing friendship and
support. Children, young people and adults benefit demonstrated through activities offered to the community. We do not think there is any harm from this purpose. The benefit is for members of our church and members of the public who access our activities. Also, we give support in overseas locations by means of visits, financial support and involvement in projects. Apart from specific Members Meetings, our activities are open to the public. Conducting public meetings for bible teaching, prayer, praise and the worship of God. The public benefit includes opportunity for spiritual experience and growth in the Christian faith helping folk overcome fears and anxieties, receive and give support in life’s challenges, helping the ill and giving general support. In addition, meetings give a sense of belonging and forming friendships, demonstrated by members’ and visitors active participation in Sunday services, prayer and other events. Feedback shows the outworking of faith through voluntary work, support for the ill and a sense of belonging. We do not think that harm comes to the public from these activities. The benefits are for church members and to visitors who attend our events. A private benefit could be that Individuals are supported and helped. Building up, supporting and assisting established Christian churches in the area of Lisburn and elsewhere by whatever means possible. The public benefit of Christian unity, reducing barriers to mutual support and the utilisation of shared skills. We do not consider there is any harm from these activities. This purpose benefits the wider church and the general public. In relation to private benefit, participants have opportunity to work and serve in teams. Raising up a body of people who will live out their lives in a way that will bring glory to God. People benefit by becoming better citizens more aware of the needs of others, demonstrable by members involvement in charitable work, including overseas. We encourage service in the local community and beyond. We cannot see how this purpose would be harmful. The benefit is for members of the local church, the wider church and those served by us. A private benefit could be the development of members’ life/interpersonal skills. Sending persons out to establish or assist other works in other places, both in this country and elsewhere as the occasion arises. There is benefit in the fulfilment of callings for individuals who engage in this work, demonstrated by positive feedback from missionaries and our partners. In addition local members have found an outlet for service and support. There could be possible effects of travel or exposure to disease. This primarily benefits those who have gone out from our church and those they work with. The development of life skills could be a private benefit. Serving the people of Lisburn and elsewhere in order to meet their spiritual and temporal needs to the glory of God. The local and wider community benefit from the advice, help, practical support and care offered through our church. This provides a social and spiritual outlet for church members to express their faith and Christian values. Continuing high attendance numbers at activities, and good feedback, is evidence that the stated benefit is being realised. We do not think there is any harm from this purpose and it is of benefit to members of the public who wish take advantage of our activities. Private benefit could be the formation of friendships with non- church members and the use and development of personal skills.
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We hold regular Sunday morning meetings for worship, Bible study and prayer, including Kids church and Youth church. We have regular prayer events twice a week and on several days each year. We also have small groups for fellowship and prayer and monthly praise events plus a mission prayer meeting. We hold a weekly children’s ‘Popcorn’ event and a
youth cell. We also encourage attendance at our adult small groups. Locally, in Lisburn we are active members of the Lisburn City Centre Churches, who meet for fellowship and prayer and to organise inter-church activities. We give financial and practical support to the inter-church CAP centre in Lisburn which provides help to those in debt. Furthermore, we partner with other churches in their public outreach and in inter-church prayer projects. We have a link with the Hill Street Residents Group and with them have organised a number of events for the folk who live in Hill Street estate. We have a commitment to mission and support through prayer, communication, giving and visiting. We support a Christian centre in Co. Mayo; a church in Serbia; an outreach in Gran Canaria. We are currently actively developing links with workers in East Africa. We have contact with Christians in East Africa and Nigeria.
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- The advancement of religion
Who the charity helps
- Children (5-13 year olds)
- General public
- Men
- Overseas/developing countries
- Preschool (0-5 year olds)
- Women
- Youth (14-25 year olds)
How the charity works
- Religious activities
