Diocesan Children's Officer in post
A warm welcome to Julie Currie who has just taken up her post as the new Children's Officer for Down and Dromore.
Julie, whose home parish is Belvoir in Belfast, brings to the job 12 years teaching experience and 6 years as the Children and Youth Coordinator with CMS Ireland and a lifetime involvement with children and young people.
"I see my new job as to initiate, facilitate, train, communicate and encourage children's work, in whatever guise, in the parishes throughout Down and Dromore," says Julie.
"As the Children’s Officer I hope to step beyond my own expectations for the children and young people of today, bringing them closer to God and challenging them to love, serve and be used by God. Engaging and focusing them on the reality of Christian living today at home and abroad, through the network of Sunday school teachers, Children’s workers, clubs and organisation leaders already in place throughout the diocese.
"One of my first jobs will be to get out on the road and meet the people on the ground, connecting with children, leaders, volunteers and the clergy and finding out what’s been going on - recognising our diversity and celebrating our good practice.
"I look forward to meeting you, coming alongside and working in partnership together with you in the months and years ahead."
At the moment you can contact Julie on 028 9032 2268 extension 239.