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Safeguarding Update for St. Colmcille’s Pastoral Area
A meeting with Mr Aidan Gordan, the Director of Safeguarding for The Archdiocese of Armagh will be held in The Monasterboice Inn (Donegans) on Tuesday 21st November at 8pm. This meeting is open to anyone from the four parishes of the Pastoral Area (Clogherhead, Monasterboice, Termonfechin and Togher), especially those involved in ministries in the… Read more
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Holy Hour for Peace
Pope Francis at the end of his general audience on Wednesday morning (18th October) announced another day of prayer and fasting for an end to the Israel-Hamas war. “I have decided to call for a day of fasting and prayer on Friday, Oct. 27,” the pope said. It will be “a day of penance to… Read more
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Blessing of The Pets
Fr. Paddy will officiate at a ‘Blessing of Pets’ on Sunday 1st October, after the 11.15am Mass in The Church of The Immaculate Conception, Tenure. Owners must bring their pets on a short leash, keep their pet close at all times, and follow all other safety precautions in place during the event. Other dogs, cats, and other furry… Read more
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Appointment as ‘Administrator’ for Togher Parish
On this weekend I take up duties as the new Administrator for Togher Parish. I am acutely aware that the parishioners of Monasterboice are wondering what this might mean for our parish, so I wanted to take this opportunity to make a statement. Although this marks a new phase in the administration of parishes in… Read more
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Fundraising Dance – 1st September 2023
The Wee County Vintage Club have very kindly offered to hold a Fundraising Dance for the funds needed to re-paint & refurbish the floor of The Church of The Nativity of Our Lady, Fieldstown. The dance will be held on Friday 1st September at 9pm. The music by Eddie Quinn, and refreshments will be served.… Read more
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Cemetery Blessings 2023
With thanks to the various committees, and all those who helped prepare for and who participated in this year’s Blessings of the Graves in Mullary, Ballymakenny and Monasterboice, we are delighted to share the links for the ceremonies on YouTube (courtesy of Joe Finnegan DVD). Please feel free to share these especially with family and… Read more
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