We often have difficulty in bridging our differences with others.
If you would like to learn from an experienced, wise person in this area, please come and join us for: “Crossing the Road” presented by the Rev. Wilfred Orr.
The Rev. Orr served as Pastor of the Newtownbreda Presbyterian Church in Northern Ireland until his retirement in 2012. During his years of service there, Rev. Orr was a leading figure in the Ballynafeigh Clergy Fellowship. The proactive role played by this fellowship was significant in contributing to this district remaining one of the areas in Northern Ireland most balanced between Protestant/Unionist and Catholic/Nationalist populations in spite of the polarizing impact of “The Troubles.”
As a leading figure in the Ballynafeigh Clergy Fellowship, and as a pastor, Rev. Orr worked tirelessly to promote both stronger ties between churches of all traditions in the district and between those from different cultural, social, and political backgrounds. In 2012, he was presented with an Order of the British Empire (OBE) for “Service to Community Relations” in the Queen’s honors list.
The Presbyterian Church (USA) has recognized him as an International Peacemaker and brought him to the United States. He will be with us on Wednesday, October 9th, presenting from 4-6 p.m. in our Fellowship Hall. We have much to learn from his experience in bridging differences.