History

There have been Methodists worshipping in this part of South Down from the 18th Century with a Methodist presence in Newcastle for nearly 200 years on this site at Central Promenade. However, the current Donard Congregation was formed only a few years ago by the merger of our Downpatrick, Dundrum and Newcastle congregations. In days gone by there were Methodist chapels in Annalong, Castlewellan and Maghera to name but a few.

Although intensely proud of our past heritage and the debt we owe to our predecessors we are a forward looking people keen to continue to share our faith through preaching, prayer, the sharing of holy communion, social action and of course through song. Our story is still unfolding and we would love you to be part of it.

Timetable

Morning worship 11am

Sunday School 2nd and 4th Sundays at 11am

Prayer meeting 11am 2nd Tuesday of the month

Tuesday 3pm Bible study in Manse September to June

Mid week Communion 12noon. Each third Thursday in the month

Community Lunches. Monthly  on Fridays September to April

Magical Melodies Dementia friendly Singalong Monthly on Fridays September to April

Board Game Cafe every third Tuesday 7-9pm

Regular monthly Sunday evening Praise and Worship nights

Donard Danderers meet on an ad hoc basis on Saturdays – details announced on facebook