Category: Latest News
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Join Us for an Unforgettable Journey to Rome in March 2025!
We are thrilled to announce an exclusive opportunity for our community to embark on a deeply enriching trip to the heart of Catholicism: Rome. Mark your calendars for March 2025 and prepare for an unforgettable experience that combines faith, history, and the vibrant culture of one of the world’s most…
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Papal Audiences
Pope Francis has hundreds of meetings every week, with all kinds of people, but every so often one or two catch the imagination. Last week, he met with over 100 comedians from around the world, and addressed them about the ‘precious gift’ they have to bring comedy and laughter into…
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Special Evening Mass for Exam Intentions – June 8th and 15th
Many young people are taking State Examinations, with special Masses held for them. The community is encouraged to offer names for prayer. A comforting exam prayer and biblical encouragement are shared, emphasizing that exam results do not define one’s worth. Stress is addressed with support and hope.
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Mass Schedule Changes
The Parish is restructuring Mass schedules to collaborate with neighboring parishes due to changing attendance patterns and declining numbers of priests. Starting June 15/16th, new Mass schedules will prioritize collaboration and accommodate changes in attendance. This is an interim schedule, subject to review in mid-September. Funerals, weddings, and baptisms can…
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May Devotions
The month of May is a special one for Catholics as we honour The Blessed Virgin Mary, mother of our God and Lord, Jesus Christ. Many people still have the tradition of erecting a May Altar in the hallway or front window-sill of their home. Other prefer to receive the…
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Easter Blessings!
As I reflect on a tough year, personally, with the death of my younger brother, Eoin Pól, last July, and with the 4th anniversary of my late father’s death (29th March) falling on Good Friday this year (Dad died early on in Pandemic times, and due to the restrictions in…
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Holy Week
We should see this week as a single unit, summed up under the phrase “Paschal Mystery”. It includes the suffering, death and resurrection of Jesus, as well as his ascension and the sending of the Holy Spirit. In fact, all these elements can actually be seen present on the cross…
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Gospel Choir to sing at Mass
The Mornington Gospel Choir was established in The Star of the Sea Church, Mornington in 2006. Joanne Kierans is the musical director and has composed a number of songs for the choir. Aileen Phelan has conducted and choreographed the choir for many years. The choir has performed at many Gospel…
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Parish Arrangements for Lent 2024
Lent begins on Wednesday 14th March. It is a day of Fast and Abstinence, and while not a ‘Holy Day’, we are strongly encouraged to attend Mass, and receive the mark of the Ashes as a sign of our desire to turn back to God and during the holy season, develop…
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Three significant Feasts approach this week.
Embracing God’s presence throughout life’s journey is His desire, encouraging us to connect with the Divine in every stage of our existence. Church Feastdays serve as divine breakthroughs, drawing us closer to the transcendent reality of God and fostering a deeper connection through the familiar aspects of our lives. Restricting…
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