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Covid-19 Restrictions Ease
The parish Covid-19 Committee met this week to discuss the recent easing of restrictions (6th September – see here for webpage), and what that means for the parish – especially for the liturgies in the Churches. 50% Capacity (regardless of immunity status of attendees) The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tenure can now accommodate up… Read more
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Swapping Pulpits
Last weekend saw the first in a new initiative among the parishes of St. Colmcille’s Pastoral Area, where the local priests celebrated Masses in neighbouring parishes. It seems to have gone very well, and we would love to hear your feedback about the initiative. Please feel free to contact any of the parishes by email.… Read more
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Webcam Stats
This has been a real blessing to our parish. We acknowledge that, for many reasons, there are still parishioners who are unable or unwilling to return to Church. Of course the ‘Sunday Obligation’ remains suspended by the Episcopal Conference, and we do hope that – in time – many people will feel safe to return. … Read more
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First Holy Communion & Confirmation 2021
Recent controversy in the media about whether the Church should hold the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Holy Communion, despite public health reccomendations, prompted me to take some time this week to reflect on how we celebrate these important times in the faith journey of our young people, & their families. Here in our parish;… Read more
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Cemetery Sunday Blessings of Graves 2021
Will NOT take place this year because of the restrictions aimed at preventing the spread of Covid-19. People may wish to bless their own graves at this time. Fr. Paddy, in consultation with the committees of each graveyard; Mullary, Monasterboice & Ballymakenny, will arrange to hold the traditional graveyard Mass at a later time (possibly… Read more
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World Day of Prayer for Grandparents & the Elderly
Pope Francis has established a World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, which will take place for the first time on Sunday 25 July 2021 on the theme ‘I am with you always’ (Mt 28:20) Today is a day of joy and hope for all of us in celebrating and giving thanks for our grandparents… Read more
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