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Background Today attending the anniversary Mass for the late Private Seán Rooney RIP, along with close family members, were: Chief of Staff of the Defence Forces, Lieutenant General Seán Clancy; Department of Defence Secretary General, Jacqui McCrum; Assistant Secretary, Bernie Maguire, and chaplains to the Irish Defence Forces. Homily delivered by the...
Read MoreOur thoughts and prayers are with the Bateson family circle at this sad time following the death of John. John's funeral is from his home, 11 Park View, Castledawson on Wednesday, 13th December at 10.15am for 11.00am Requiem Mass in the Church of St Trea, Newbridge. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. Un...
Read MoreNotice for couples planning to marry in 2024
All couples who plan to marry in 2024 are asked to contact the Parish Office by email at: newbridgeparish@googlemail.com to arrange for the completion of all necessary Church and State paperwork. Meetings to complete paperwork will take place on an arranged date in the evening at 6pm and should last no more than 30 minutes. The completion of the necessary paperwork is a le...
Read MoreAll night Vigil to Knock on 7th December
An all night vigil to Knock is taking place on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Bus leaves Toome at 3.30pm on 7th December. Fare £20, 3 course meal 30 Euro, £20 deposit secures seat. Trip will depend on sufficient numbers. Contact Una at 07743575969 to book a place. See poster for further information. ...
Read MoreChristmas is a time of rejoicing, when we remember the birth of Our Lord. We celebrate that the Word became flesh to bring salvation to all. We rejoice and celebrate by gathering with our loved ones, sharing heartfelt moments around the same table, and expressing our love through tokens of appreciation and thoughtful gifts. This Christmas Veritas invites you to share the j...
Read MoreThe National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland (the National Board) wishes to appoint a Director of Training and Support. The closing date for applications is 4.00pm on Monday 18 December 2023. Full details can be found at https://www.catholicbishops.ie/about/careers/. ...
Read MoreDecember 8th - The Feast of the Immaculate Conception A special evening of Prayer and Hymns takes place in St Patrick’s Cathedral. Mass at 7:30pm followed by Adoration and Candle-Lit Vigil accompanied by the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal (Drogheda) - concluding at 10pm with Benediction. Confessions available throughout the evening. Please do join ...
Read MoreAdoptive Parents Needed Urgently
Family Care Adoption Services is an Adoption Agency, and a core part of our work is to place children with new adoptive families. We provide adoption services throughout all Northern Ireland and work with Health and Social Care Trusts to place single children and sibling groups for adoption. These children are aged from babyhood to approximately 5 years old. There are curren...
Read MoreCommemorative Books on Cardinal Ó Fiaich
To mark the centenary of Cardinal Ó Fiaich's birth a small number of commemorative books have been published and can be purchased from the Cardinal Ó Fiaich Library & Archive. All proceeds will go to the library. For details contact the library on 028 3752 2981. ...
Read MoreMarian Pilgrimages have increased the availability for their final pilgrimage of 2023! This remarkable pilgrimage will take you to the sacred grounds of Fatima, where you'll honour the Feast Day of the Immaculate Conception. Date 07 December 2023 Online Booking Depart from Dublin Arrive to Lisbon Duration 4 nights Price€665 Return flights from Dublin to Lisbon 10 ...
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