A Historic Church with a Modern Vision
Located in West Belfast, St Peter’s Cathedral is more than just a place of worship — it’s a cornerstone of the local community. Known for its welcoming spirit, active outreach, and beautiful architecture, St Peter’s plays a vital role in both spiritual and community life in the city.
As part of their continued mission to grow and sustain their ministry, Fr Brian Watters led the initiative to modernise their giving experience, bringing Payaz contactless donation devices into the cathedral.
What makes this story especially close to home? St Peter’s is situated just a short drive from the Payaz offices, making this partnership a true example of community helping community.
Immediate Impact and Unexpected Generosity
Even during the initial setup of the devices, the response was overwhelmingly positive; visitors were already asking to make donations before the screens were fully configured.
Since the rollout, St Peter’s has seen remarkable results:
- A surprising number of larger donations, including many at the £40 level, far exceeding expectations
- A smoother, more accessible giving experience for parishioners and visitors
- More consistent support for church funds through clearly branded and easy-to-use donation points
“Compared to other solutions we’ve tried in the past, Payaz has been the most effective — from the custom branding to the simple software and the low running cost. It means more money goes into the church funds.”
Fr Brian Watters
Why Payaz Works for St Peter’s
With multiple devices now in use around the cathedral, the team has found Payaz to be a cost-effective, intuitive, and highly customisable solution — perfect for churches looking to adapt to a more cashless world.
From custom branding that blends beautifully into our sacred space to user-friendly interfaces that require no staff supervision, the system has proven to be an ideal fit.
And thanks to the low costs, more of every donation goes exactly where it’s meant to, into the mission and ministry of the church.
Faith, Community, and Innovation in Action
St Peter’s Cathedral shows what’s possible when tradition meets innovation. By embracing contactless giving, they’ve not only opened the doors to more generous donations, but also made it easier for people to support the church in a modern, meaningful way.
At Payaz, we’re incredibly proud to support St Peter’s and churches like them across the UK and beyond.
📍 Learn more about St Peter’s Cathedral: www.stpetersbelfast.ie
💳 Find out how Payaz can help your church fund its future: www.payaz.com