St John's Orangefield Church of Ireland

The charitable purpose of the Church of Ireland is the advancement of religion.

The principal function of St John’s, Orangefield is to support the advancement of the Christian religion by promoting, through the work of St John’s, Orangefield the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical.  Being open to and engaging with society as a whole and offering support for those needing help are fundamental to the practical delivery of the benefits of Christianity.

The expression of the precepts of the Christian religion through engagement with the general public, and in particular with the disadvantaged, the sick, the elderly and the young is a public benefit.  This can be measured and evidenced through increased social integration and pastoral care delivered at the point of need.  The direct benefit of participation in Church life includes the enjoyment of public worship and the giving and receiving of pastoral ministry, improved understanding of the values relating to civic engagement, community cohesion and providing a bridge between diverse groups as well as improved educational outcomes through the Church’s ministry of teaching.  The beneficiaries are the general public, and the public valuation of the benefits can be evidenced through contributions the continuing witness of the Church.  The wider benefit arising out of the fulfilment of our Christian ministry or to lay staff is essential to the fulfilment of the purpose of the advancement of religion. Increased social integration and pastoral care is delivered through (but not restricted to), Prime Timers: fun and fellowship for those age 65+; Tots Together; building up of family through play and parenting input; Knit and Natter; Scouts; Guides; Scottish Dancing; Bowls; Baby Bank and Church Services.