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Benburb Priory Hosting 'New Beginnings' Event on 26 August

  On Thursday, 26 August at 7:30pm, Benburb Priory is hosting an unparalleled event, 'New Beginnings'. We will feature Servite speakers based in several countries – the famous writer, Sr. Joyce Rupp will be just one prestigious speaker at this event.    Thanks to generous support from the Heritage Lottery Emergency Fund and the Department for Communities Heritage Rec...

Youth 2000 Summer Festival from 13th to 15th August 2021

    This year, the Youth 2000 Summer Festival will take place both ON-LINE and IN-PERSON from 13th to 15th August 2021! The festival is primarily taking place ON-LINE! All talks, testimonies, Liturgies, prayer and worship will take place online for the course of the weekend and it is here that you can watch, engage with and participate in the Summer Festival in its entirety. ...

On-line Dementia Information Talks on Zoom

  Alzheimer’s Society are delivering a virtual Dementia Information Program across the Northern Trust area in August and September. There are four information talks from professionals about topics relevant to people affected by dementia, with an opportunity for people to ask questions. See poster below for further details. Attendees need to book on to the session...

Accord CLG is currently recruiting volunteers to train as marriage preparation programme facilitators

  Accord Catholic Marriage Care Service CLG 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.   Su...

Use of face coverings in churches strongly recommended and encouraged by Archbishop Eamon Martin

  Message on behalf of Archbishop Eamon:   "The decision to introduce face coverings in our churches dates back to August 2020 and was taken by Church Leaders before face coverings were made mandatory by the Governments, North and South. Yesterday, 26 July 2021, the NI Executive decided to remove the legal requirement to wear a face covering within a place of worship with...

Statement by the Northern Catholic Bishops on the direction of the Secretary of State to introduce abortion services

  "Westminster has imposed an unjust law. Christians, and all people of good will, can never ignore the fact that unborn children are human beings worthy of protection” – Northern Catholic Bishops   We encourage everyone who believes in the equal right to life and compassionate care for a mother and her unborn child to ask local candidates and political parti...

Resources for the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly – Sunday 25 July 2021

    The World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will be celebrated on Sunday 25 July.   You can view resources for the World Day at the link below:   Resources for the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly   The Resources include:  A welcome for the day from Bishop Nulty; The Holy Father’s Message for the day in text and l...

Our Lady's Pilgrim Days

  Invitation to one of Our Lady's Pilgrim Days (Medjugorje Style) on the 2nd Tuesday of each month and the last Saturday of each month from 11am-6pm at the Oasis of Peace Centre, Mellifont Abbey, Collon, Co Louth. (Cost Free). Strictly by booking at Apostles of Love Ireland  086 8611531 or 089 6152568 email info@apostlesoflove.ie. See also www.apostlesoflove.ie.   ...

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje 25th August - 1st September 2021

  Pilgrimage to Medjugorje Dublin direct to Mostar – Medjugorje (return via Split)  25th August - 1st September 2021 - £599  7 nights half board  Accompanied by Fr John Mc Keever, PP, Keady & Derrynoose   For more information on joining the group please contact: Martin or Lucia Cunningham 02827531847 or 07926132847  ...

Recruitment of Youth Ministry Coordinators within the Archdiocese of Armagh

  The Archdiocese of Armagh is hoping to appoint two Youth Ministry Coordinators in the coming months.  The Youth Ministry Coordinators will work with the Diocesan Pastoral Team and be responsible for implementing the youth ministry element in the Diocesan Pastoral Plan. They will work with parishes and pastoral areas to meet the goals of the Armagh Diocesan Youth Commissi...