Westport Parish

CONFIRMATION CLASSES: Congratulations to all those who were confirmed in St. Mary’s Church Westport on Thursday. Congrats also to their parents/guardians sponsors and teachers. Please continue keep them in your prayers. A special thanks to the co-ordinators and leaders of the “You shall be my Witnesses Programme” Well done everyone.   FIRST HOLY COMMUNION CLASS CERMONIES: Clare Island Sat 25 th  April at 11.00a.m. Scoil Phádraig & Brackloon Sat 9 th May at 1.00p.m. Gaelscoil

DIVINE MERCY PRAYER: Lord Jesus, source of endless mercy transform our hearts with your bondless compassion. May we trust in your mercy for ourselves and extend it to each other. Fill us with faith, hope and love. Grant us your peace and guide us on the right path as witnesses of your mercy every day.  Amen. CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES (CONFIRMANDI) AT ST. MARY’S CHURCH WESTPORT: C eremony of Light on Tuesday April 14 th at 7.30pm With Fr. John Confirmation Ceremony on Thursday

NATIONAL ANNUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION PILGRIMAGE:   Knock Shrine on Sunday 19th April 2026 (10.30am–5pm). The day includes Adoration, Confessions, a keynote address "Watch with Me: The Heart of Eucharistic Adoration" by Fr Nicholas Grace, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, followed by Benediction and procession. An evening session will take place on Saturday 18th April (6–9pm) in the Basilica. All are welcome to join this special day

TUESDAY ADORATION HOLY HOUR DURING LENT: March 31 st  for all the sick and bereaved of our parish.   POLISH BLESSING : The Traditional blessing of food for the Polish Community will take place at St. Mary’s Church at 2.30p.m. on Holy Saturday April 4 th   CHRISM MASS IN TUAM 1 st  APRIL:   Bus leaving from Mill Street Car Park at 4.00p.m. Contact Mary at 087-1363141   GOOD FRIDAY WESTPORT ECUMENICAL WALK OF WITNESS: Gathering at 6.00pm Holy Trinity Church, walking through tow

LENTAN PENANCE SERVICES: Sun. 22 nd  Louisburgh 7.30pm Mon.23 rd  Newport 8.pm Tues.24 th  Kilmeena 8pm Wed. 25 th  Westport 8pm.   STEWARDS NEEDED FURTHER APPEAL: Volunteers to help with various Church related ceremonies and events. If you can help please contact Fr. John 098-28871, Kevin Barrett 087-8177291, Peter Hastings 087-7770426   STATION OF THE CROSS DURING LENT: On Fridays at 7p.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Westport   WESTPORT PARISH COUNCIL: Reminder the next meeting

TUESDAY ADORATION HOLY HOUR DURING LENT: March 24 th  for children preparing for Confirmation March 31 st  for all the sick and bereaved of our parish.   STEWARDS NEEDED: Volunteers to help with various Church related ceremonies and events. If you can help please contact Fr. John 098-28871, Kevin Barrett 087-8177291, Peter Hastings 087-7770426   STATION OF THE CROSS DURING LENT: On Fridays at 7p.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Westport   WESTPORT PARISH COUNCIL: Reminder the next me

TUESDAY ADORATION HOLY HOUR DURING LENT: 7.00-pm -8.00pm In St. Mary’s Church Westport. Special prayer intentions. March 10 th  for children preparing for First Holy Communion & Confession. March 24 th for children preparing for Confirmation March 31 st  for all the sick and bereaved of our parish.   BABY AND TODDLER PLAYGROUP: Every Wednesday during School term, Westport Leisure Centre Hall 9.30am-11.00a.m.   STEWARDS NEEDED: Volunteers to help with various Church related c

FREE ELECTRICAL RECYCLING EVENT: In Westport on Tuesday 3 rd  March, 2026 at The Boat Park, Roman Island, The Quay, from 10am – 4pm   TUESDAY ADORATION HOLY HOUR DURING LENT: 7.00-pm -8.00pm In St. Mary’s Church Westport. Special prayer intentions. March 3 rd for students studying for exams. March 10 th  for children preparing for First Holy Communion & Confession. March 24 th for children preparing for Confirmation March 31 st  for all the sick and bereaved of our parish.

FREE ELECTRICAL RECYCLING EVENT: In Westport on Tues, 3 rd  March, 2026 at The Boat Park, Roman Island, The Quay, from 10am – 4pm   TUESDAY ADORATION HOLY HOUR DURING LENT: 7.00-pm -8.00pm In St. Mary’s Church Westport. Special prayer intentions Feb 24 th  an end to war in Ukraine and troubled parts of the world . March 3 rd  for students studying for exams. March 10 th  for children preparing for First Holy Communion & Confession. March 24 th for children preparing for Conf

LENT INVITES US TO PAUSE REFLECT AND RENEW OUR FAITH: Starting with ASH WEDNESDAY A DAY OF FAST AND ABSTINANCE: Mass at 7.30am & 10.00a.m . at St. Mary’s Church With distribution of ashes. Mass in Cushlough on Tuesday evening at 7.00p.m.  and Aughagower  at 8.00p.m.     LENT PREPARING FOR EASTER:   An invitation to explore Lent Gathering in Carrowbeg House on the Thursdays of Lent 7.00p.m.- 8.00p.m  An opportunity for reflection and a richer experience of this pathway of the

FEBRUARY 8th INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER AND AWARENESS AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING. This is a call to remember that dignity, freedom and justice belong to every person, everywhere. It is also a call for collective action, prayer, education, prevention, strong support for those who are victims and renewed commitment to end modern slavery. CROAGH PATRICK THE FILM: If you would like to share your stories, memories songs and tales about Croagh Patrick. Contact croaghpatrick@atomfil

CROAGH PATRICK THE FILM: If you would like to share your stories, memories songs and tales about Croagh Patrick. Contact [email protected] See the poster and flyer for details at the back of the Church.   WORLD CANCER DAY: Small Steps, Big Impact: Physical Activity for Cancer   Risk Reduction. The Irish Cancer Prevention Network are hosting a free World Cancer Day webinar on: Wed 4th of Feb 12pm to 1.15pm   FEBRUARY 2026 POPES INTENTIONS: For children with incurable

CROAGH PATRICK THE FILM: If you would like to share your stories, memories songs and tales about Croagh Patrick. Contact [email protected] See the poster and flyer for details at the back of the Church.   TRIP TO MEDJUGORIE: Fully Escorted Trip to Medjugorie with Marian Pilgrimages-Led by Sharon O Leary. Direct flights from Knock October 21st- 28th. Spiritual Director Fr Séan Sheehy and accompanied by Fr Nelson Joseph.Complete Spiritual Programme available.7 nights’

WESTPORT PARISH APPRECIATION NIGHT: For all those involved in our Parish Pastoral Ministry Friday February 6 th at 7.00p.m. in the Castlecourt Hotel.   The   2026 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will take place from 18 to 25 January : T he theme this year is “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling” (Ephesians 4:4) As part of our local Ecumenical celebration we ALL ARE WARMLY INVITED TO: A Public Celebration of the reopeni

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320   CRIB OFFERINGS: Offerings at the Crib are in aid of UNICEF Children’s Emergency Fund. “Please help save a child this Christmas   DON’T WANT THEM? DON’T NEED THEM? RE-GIFT THEM: Westport Eco Congregation is hosting a “REGIFTING SUNDAY”  – gifts can be left In the back of St Marys Church beside the statue of St. Patr

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320   CRIB OFFERINGS: Offerings at the Crib are in aid of UNICEF Children’s Emergency Fund. “Please help save a child this Christmas   DON’T WANT THEM? DON’T NEED THEM? RE-GIFT THEM  REGIFTING WEEKEND 10th & 11th JANUARY 2026   If we want to move to a more circular economy we need to start sharing , reusing , repairing ,

Feast of the Holy Family MISSALS & NEW ROTA FOR MINISTERS OF THE WORD & EUCHARIST: Are available at the Sacristy for collection.   There will be No Holy Hour on Tuesday 30 th  December.   CHRISTMAS PRIESTS COLLECTION: Thanks to all who gave so generously to the Priest’s Christmas collection.   A gentle reminder to those who may have overlooked   giving a contribution. Your continued support to pay Fr John’s Monthly salary of €2,100 is very much appreciated and thank you. WEST

MISSALS & NEW ROTA FOR MINISTERS OF THE WORD & EUCHARIST: Are available at the Sacristy for collection. No Holy Hour on Tuesday 30 th  December.   CHURCH GATE COLLECTION: Church-gate collection today in aid of a school volunteer trip with  BeKind , an Irish charity which founded and runs an orphanage for young boys in Calcutta. Eight 5th Year students from  Sancta Maria College  will travel there next Easter during their school holidays to volunteer at the home, and have a fu

HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE FUTURE OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION IN YOUR SCHOOL: The current Department of Education survey on the future of patronage in the primary schools will determine what schools will divest.  It is important that those who wish for a change in patronage would have their voices heard.  It is equally important that those who are already satisfied with the current patronage model and who wish for a Catholic Education for their children, including sacramental preparation

HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE FUTURE OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION IN YOUR SCHOOL: The current Department of Education survey on the future of patronage in the primary schools will determine what schools will divest.  It is important that those who wish for a change in patronage would have their voices heard.  It is equally important that those who are already satisfied with the current patronage model and who wish for a Catholic Education for their children, including sacramental preparation