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Drumalis Lecture Series via Zoom - 26 June at 10 am

    "Of Bees, Balance and the Bible: a conversation between creation, scripture and the human experience."  The lecture will be delivered by Dr Chris Monaghan C.P., President of Yarra Theological Union in Melbourne, lecturer in Old and New Testament Studies and first year bee-keeper! To book contact katrina@drumalis.co.uk or telephone 028 2827 6455  ...

Lough Derg 2021

    Lough Derg regrets that it will not be possible in 2021 to reopen Station Island for the Traditional Three Day Pilgrimage or even for the autumn programme of Day Retreats.   Lough Derg will again offer the opportunity to "Do Lough Derg from wherever you are” on 3rd – 5th July.    The outdoor Pilgrimage on the Lough Shore Pilgrim Path will also...

The 'Let's Talk Family' programme

    The Archdiocese of Armagh would like to invite you to join the Pastoral Team to "Let’s Talk Family”, four sessions over four weeks via Zoom. Registration is essential as places are limited. Participants are required to provide a valid email address for the zoom link. Email Milanda Kelly at: milanda@parishandfamily.ie Closing Date Wedn...

Global Rosary Relay to Pray for Priests on 11 June 2021

  The group Worldpriest organises annually, on the feast of the Sacred Heart, a Global Rosary Relay to pray for priests. This year the Global Rosary Relay will take place on Friday, 11 June.  On that day Archbishop Eamon will lead the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary from St Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh, at 8.30 am.  All are welcome to join via the webcam from St.P...

Irish Volunteer Agency Creates Online Global Network

  Viatores Christi, a faith-based development organisation has specialised in the recruitment, training and deployment of overseas volunteers since 1960.   VC have just launched, along with our partner agencies in Volunteering for Humanity, a new Online Discussion Forum that is open to all! The Forum is an online community that is free for everyone to join and to start discussion...

Cemetery Sunday 2021 postponed

  Please note that due to the COVID restrictions, Cemetery Sunday will not take place in June this year. ...

Jim (Seamus) Thornton's Funeral on Monday, 24th May in Cargin

  Our thoughts and prayers are with the Thornton family at this sad time following the death of Seamus. Seamus's Funeral will take place on Monday, 24th May in Cargin.    Sadly, due to the new government restrictions, the House will be Strictly Private. Further details can be viewed at: https://www.mccuskerbros.com/funeral-notices. May he rest in peace. ...

Brendan McErlain's Funeral on Saturday, 22nd May

  Our thoughts and prayers are with the McErlain family at this sad time following the death of Brendan. Brendan's Funeral took place on Saturday, 22nd May at the Church of Saint Trea, Newbridge.    The Funeral Mass can be viewed on the St Treas - Parish of Newbridge & Ballymaguigan Facebook page at the link below. St Treas - Parish of Newbridge &...

Accord Service seeking Marriage Preparation Programme Facilitators

    Accord Catholic Marriage Care Service is currently recruiting volunteers to train as marriage preparation programme facilitators. Accord is seeking registration of interest from those who have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and the enthusiasm to be part of a team supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage. Accord has 54 centres...

Online Theology Open Day at The Priory Institute on 12th June, 2021

  Online Theology Open Day, is this for you?   The Priory Institute provides online Theology courses to degree level.   Attend Saturday lectures in Tallaght or from the comfort of your own home. Click on the link below to find out more about their Online Open Day on 12 June.  Online Theology Open Day at The Priory Institute on 12th June, 2021 ...