02.03.2026
Booking Now Open for 2026 Dialogue of Friendship Event
Date: Saturday, 16th May 2026
Venue: Dundrum Methodist Church, Dublin
Timing: 10.30am – 3.30pm
Booking link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dialogue-of-friendship-faithfully-caring-for-creation-tickets-1979854887264
The Church of Ireland Interfaith Working Group and the Sanctuary in Faith stream of Places of Sanctuary invite you to join them for a thought–provoking discussion on how to nurture our planet and our friendships in a sustainable way.
This year’s ‘Dialogue of Friendship’ event will take place on Saturday, 16th May 2026, at Dundrum Methodist Church in Dublin.
The theme will be ‘Faithfully Caring for Creation’ and the keynote speaker will be the Revd David Coleman, Environmental Chaplain for Eco–Congregation Scotland.
This is the fourth ‘Dialogue of Friendship’ event, organised as a collaboration between the Church of Ireland Interfaith Working Group and the Places of Sanctuary Ireland Sanctuary in Faith Stream.
The day also will offer a variety of panel presentations, including the following:
- Dr Raja Harun MBE – understanding ‘Al Mizan’, an Islamic perspective of stewardship of the world
- Hilary Abrahamson – Dublin Jewish Progressive Congregation
- Dublin City Interfaith Forum – ‘Safe Haven’ initiative
- East Belfast Mission – recently recognised as a Church of Sanctuary
- Dr Manizha Khan – Sanctuary Ambassador and board member for Places of Sanctuary Ireland
The event is free of charge and a vegetarian lunch is provided. However, pre–booking is essential as places are limited.
The Interfaith Working Group forms part of the General Synod’s Commission for Christian Unity and Dialogue.