News 2023

Youth 2000 Ulster Regional Retreat 2023

  The next Youth 2000 Ulster retreat will be taking place in the beautiful and tranquil surroundings of Lough Derg, Co. Donegal between 29th of September to the 1st of  October.   This retreat is for anyone aged 16-35.  Great CRAIC!!, Excellent Speakers, Inspiring Talks & Workshops, Fantastic music, Group activities, Youth Masses, Adoration, Reconciliation, prayer, Dr...

We welcome Father John Gates as administrator of our parish

  Following Father John Fox's retirement, we welcome Father John Gates as the administrator of the parish.   Father Gates is currently recuperating following surgery, and we we wish him well in his recovery and look forward to his return.    ...

Radio Maria Ireland - Belfast Studio Launch on 7th September

  RADIO MARIA IRELAND continues to expand across the island of Ireland! We extend a warm invitation for you to join our team and participate in Radio Maria's mission of bringing Christ into every home through Prayer, Catechesis, Music, and Formation.   Please join us for the official launch of our Belfast studio on September 7th, coinciding with the Vigil of the Feast of the N...

Michael McLaughlin's Month’s Mind Mass on Friday, 1st September in Bellaghy

  Michael McLaughlin’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 1st September in St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy at 7pm.     The webcam at St. Mary's Church, Bellaghy can be accessed below: St. Mary's Church, Bellaghy Webcam   ...

Marriage and Relationship Counselling with Accord

    Let us help you support your marriage & relationship.  If you feel your relationship is in crisis or need a little guidance and feel that you and your partner could benefit from Marriage & Relationship Counselling, either face to face or online, contact your local Centre. Every year we help thousands of couples rebuild and sustain healthy relationships. C...

Catholic Marriage Encounter Weekend in Cork – November 2023

  Catholic Marriage Encounter is a Weekend experience for any Sacramentally married couple.  Every relationship is a journey, and the grind of everyday life can cause you to lose touch with your spouse. This is a space for you and your spouse to pause, reflect, and reconnect privately. Our next Marriage Enrichment Weekend is Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th November 2023.  ...

Stella Maris - Recruiting a Regional Port Chaplain In Belfast

  Stella Maris is currently recruiting a Regional Port Chaplain for Northern Ireland. The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 13th September 2023.   See further details in the flyer below.  ...

Bible Study Course beginning Thursday, 14th September

    Have you ever wanted to learn how to use your Bible? Is the Bible for modern times?    The Dig-in Bible course over 8 weeks is designed to help people understand and use their Bible in a simple, practical, down to earth manner. This exciting course will teach you, where the Bible came from, who wrote it, how to use it in your everyday walk of faith.  &...

Mass of Hope for those suffering from the shock of suicide

  A Mass of Hope for those suffering from the shock of suicide will be held on Sunday, 3 September at 2.00pm in St Mary’s Church, Knockbridge, Co. Louth. See poster below for further details. ...

Annual Matt Talbot Mass on 22nd October, 2023

  The Archdiocese of Armagh Pioneer Total Abstinence Association of the Sacred Heart Annual Mass in honour of Matt Talbot will take place Sunday 22nd October 2023 in Lady of Lourdes Church, Sean Mc Dermott Street, Dublin at 2.00pm.   This day is open to families who may have someone struggling with addiction and Pioneers welcome non- pioneers to join them.   ...