A church that believes in
Jesus, a
church that loves
God
and people
Overwhelmed by the gift of salvation we have found in Jesus, we have a heart for authentic worship, are passionate about the local church, and are on mission to see God’s kingdom established across the earth.
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Our Values
beliefs that unite us
We Love God and Love each other
We are wholly committed to reading and studying the Bible
We intentionally point people to Jesus
We base our Worship on Biblical principles
We depend on the Holy Spirit's presence
We are committed to mission in our local community, the island of Ireland and throughout the world
We Love God and Love each other
We Intentionally point people to Jesus
We depend on the Holy Spirit's presence
We are wholly committed to reading and studying the Bible
We base our Worship on Biblical principle
We are committed to mission in our local community, the island of Ireland and throughout the world
Our Minister
Gareth Stewart
Gareth was born and brought up in East Belfast, being baptised in Connsbrook Avenue Congregational Church. It was while at school, in 1986, that he became a Christian and soon felt the call of God to the ministry. After University he studied at Mattersey Hall near Doncaster where he met his wife Cherrie who is from Cornwall. In 1998 Cherrie and Gareth were married and returned to Northern Ireland. In 2000 he was ordained and installed as minister of the John White Memorial Congregational Church in Belfast and in 2005 became the assistant minister of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Bangor. He was installed as the minister of Maghera in 2008. Gareth is the author of two books: Word and Power and The Ebb and Flow of Grace, both available on Amazon. When not ministering he can be found exploring his love for Italian cuisine or playing with his two miniature schnauzers
You will love it here!
Experience. Connect. Grow
FAQ
What are your gatherings like?
First, we must understand church is not a building, a Sunday school class, or a service time. According to scripture, a church gathering is a group of people coming together in Christ and the people are the church. Jesus shows us in Matthew 18 that a gathering can be as little as two people together.
What happens when I visit?
The service usually involves the singing of hymns, reading of scripture verses and possibly a psalm. If the church follows a lectionary, the sermon will often be about the scripture lections assigned to that day. Eucharistic churches have usually Holy Communion either every Sunday or several Sundays a month.
What should I bring?
There are no rules as to what to bring to church, other than your self, an open heart and mind. Some bring a bible, if you’re going to engage in bible study.
How should I dress?
If you want to know how to dress for church, something modest and comfortable should be fine.
Can I invite people to come with?
Please do, especially at times like Easter, Harvest and Christmas. If they aren’t Christians, ask them if they’d like to learn more about Jesus Christ and invite them to experience a Christian worship service with you. Remember to show the same respect for their beliefs that you hope they will give yours.
Our Location
we would love to see you!
Maghera Presbyterian Church
Address:
Meeting House Ave, Maghera BT46 5BA
service times:
Sundays 11:30 am
