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‘Pause for Hope’ ecumenical prayer service on October 15th at 3.30pm

  The Catholic Cathedral of St. Patrick’s, Armagh, will host an ecumenical prayer service on October 15th at 3.30pm for all those whose lives have been touched by cancer.   The service is organised by the UK-based charity, Pause for Hope (www.pauseforhope.org.uk).  The aim of Pause for Hope is to help people affected by cancer through bringing together in prayer, those wh...

Lough Neagh Rescue

  Would you like to join the Lough Neagh Rescue crew?   Come along to their open day at Ardboe station on Sunday, 24th September 10am-1pm to meet the crew and find out more. ...

Evangelium Ireland Conference for young Catholics on Saturday, 7 October

    Evangelium Ireland will host its next Apologetics Conference for young Catholics at The Imperial Hotel, South Mall, Cork City on Saturday, 7 October beginning at 11.00am and concluding at 4.30pm.   The theme of the conference is Towards Lifelong Formation.   Speakers: Bishop Alphonsus: Cullinan Defending the Faith in the Public Square; Fr Eamon Roch...

Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital - Service of Remembrance on Sunday, 1st October

  Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, Women and Children services, are holding their annual service of remembrance for families affected by pregnancy, infant and child loss.   The service will take place in MMM Auditorium, Hardman's Gardens, Drogheda, A92 XKX0 on Sunday, 1st October at 3pm.   All welcome. ...

Radio Maria six-week faith development programme exploring Parish Cells

  Come and See is a faith development programme being broadcast on Radio Maria on six Monday evenings from 11th September to 16th October 2023.    Tune in here: https://www.radiomaria.ie/live-radio-maria/.   See flyer for further information. ...

Catholic Chaplaincy QUB reopening at temporary premises

  The Catholic Chaplaincy at Queen’s University Belfast reopens for the new academic year on Monday 18 September at No. 42 University Road.   There you will find a Chapel, social space and our much-loved Mosaic Café, open 8.30am to 8.30pm weekdays during term.  Sunday Masses take place at 8pm in the Canada Room of the University’s Lanyon Building (from Sun...

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   ...