About Us
Greystones Presbyterian Church has been serving the population of Greystones and environs since 1887 but that does not mean that we are old and tired. We are a vibrant and growing congregation covering all age groups. We are a group of Christians from many different backgrounds and countries. We worship every Sunday at 11 a.m. and hold weekly home groups. We have a lively youth group for secondary school students, weekly women’s fellowship, men’s breakfasts and a Crafts group. Why not come along and meet us? You would be most welcome.
Governance
Greystones Presbyterian Church is part of the Dublin & Munster Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.
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The Presbyterian Church in Ireland is led by a Moderator who is appointed for one year by the votes of Presbytery, with each Presbytery having one vote. There are currently 19 Presbyteries in the church.
The AGM of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland is known as the General Assembly.
Presbytery is also led by a Moderator which is a rotating one-year role shared by the teaching Elders (Ministers) of the churches of Presbytery.
Greystones Presbyterian Church is led by a Kirk Session ("Session" for short) comprising a teaching Elder (Minister) and ruling Elders. Elders are elected to serve for an indefinite period by voting members of the church and must complete training before being ordained into the role. Session is responsible for all spiritual matters of the church and is led by our Minister, supported by our Clerk of Session. Elders are assigned a district (a group of church members) and specifically hold these members in prayer and visit them as regularly as their capacity permits and the member desires.
The financial and practical matters of the church are managed by Committee, supported by the Session. Committee members are elected by the voting members and typically serve for a period of three years. Committee is led by a Chairperson supported by a Secretary. Members of Committee can be co-opted if needed and often serve on sub-committees such as the Building Committee, Catering Committee or Grounds/Eco Committee.
Session and Committee each formally meet about 6 times a year and an AGM is held once a year for all church members.
Kirk Session - September 2025