Presbyterian Church in Ireland hit by ‘ecclesiastical earthquake’ over safeguarding

The Presbyterian Church in Ireland is experiencing an “ecclesiastical earthquake” as it deals with safeguarding failings, a congregation-wide meeting has heard.

The Moderator Dr Richard Murray told the congregation there are people who “failed” in their safeguarding duties, and were later given confirmation of reports that a member due to take up a leading role in that area had resigned.

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