Serving our Community || Safer Selves at St Paul’s in Partnership with Bryson Community

Safer Selves at St Paul’s & St Barnabas

This October we’re delighted to partner with Bryson Pathways to host Safer Selves at St Paul’s & St Barnabas, 210 York Street, Belfast (BT15 1WZ). Bryson is a long-established Northern Ireland charity and social enterprise that serves communities through practical programmes—helping people to thrive at home, at work, and in their neighbourhoods. Their Pathways team specialises in community initiatives that build confidence, skills, and wellbeing with a warm, people-first approach. We’re very glad to welcome them to our parish.

Why are we doing this? Because we believe the church is called to be good news for the whole community—body, mind, and spirit. On our patch of Belfast there are real pressures: busy streets, cost-of-living strains, and the everyday anxieties that come with city life. Hospitality and practical help are part of Christian love. When we open our doors for courses like this, we are saying to our neighbours: you matter, your safety matters, and together we can build a more caring, confident community.

About the Programme

Safer Selves is a community programme designed to help people feel safer, stronger, and more confident—at home and in the community. Across five Thursday sessions you will:

• Learn practical self-defence skills suited to everyday situations.
• Hear from local police and safety organisations.
• Build confidence and simple tools for daily safety.
• Meet others in a supportive, welcoming space.

Programme Dates

• Thursday 2^nd October, 12.00–1.30pm
• Thursday 9^th October, 12.00–1.30pm
• Thursday 16^th October, 12.00–1.30pm
• Thursday 23^rd October, 12.00–1.30pm
• Thursday 30^th October, 12.00–1.30pm

Where

St Paul’s & St Barnabas Church, 210 York Street, Belfast BT15 1WZ.

How to Book

Booking is essential. To secure a place, use the buttons below:

📞 Call 07586 693311

✉️ Email Bryson Pathways

Whether you’re a student new to the area, a parent or carer, retired, or simply keen to grow in confidence, you’re very welcome. Come and learn, meet neighbours, and be part of a safer, kinder North Belfast.