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 season in preparation for

Easter. You can register at the Parish Office with name

e-mail and phone number. Further information 0872360272  [email protected].  

TROCAIRE BOXES:

Are available in the church, please take one home.

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 Confirmation March 31^st for all the sick and bereaved of our parish.

ECO CONGREGATION:

What does Lent—a time to pause, reflect and prepare for the coming joy of Easter—have to do with our planet? Plenty. Along with prayer and fasting, this is a perfect time to consider the beauty and health of the environment, home to us all. Nature is sacred. What better time to build eco-friendly habits than through finding ways that you and your family can have a positive impact on your community and beyond. Here are some suggestions to get you started on your green Lent. Lay Off the Online Ordering and Keep It Green

Maybe Lent is a time to pause before pressing that "place order" button. Do you really need another T-shirt or pair of jeans? Can you make do, for 40 days, with what's already in your closet? Your landfill will thank you.

THE GRIEF CIRCLLE:

Facilitated by Tereasa McGuire psychotherapist and Death Doula. Takes place the second Wednesday every month at 8pm to 9pm in the Quay Community Centre F28H1K6. For further information contact Rita 087 0556923

 PICKING UP MY PEN-FINDING GOD IN WRITING:

Overnight retreat at Knock Shrine on Sat 21^st and & Sun, 22^nd Feb. With Deirdre Rowe & Sr. Moira McDowall. Info @ www.knockshrine.ie or email Nicola at [email protected]

MOTHER AND BABY INSTITUTIONS PAYMENT SCHEME:

This Government scheme provides financial payments and health supports to eligible people who spent time in Mother and Baby and County Home Institutions in Ireland.  Applications can be made online or by post.Visit: www.gov.ie/en/department-of-children-disability-and-equality/campaigns/mother-and-baby-institutions-payment-scheme/ or call the Helpline 01 522 9922 to request an application pack. All applications are treated with confidentiality.

PLEASE SUPPORT WESTPORT SPECIAL OLYMPICS:

Quiz Night in the Clew Bay Hotel 26^th February

At 8. 30p.m. Contact Paul Bree 087-9290157

MAYO CANCER SUPPORT-THANK YOU:

Mayo Cancer Support, at Rock Rose House, wishes to thank all those who supported its recent Church Gate Collection. A total of €1923.11 was raised.

FREE SUICIDE ALERTNESS:

FREE Suicide Alertness for everyone (Understanding Self Harm) training - Clayton Hotel, Galway - Thursday 26th February 2026 - 9am to 4pm

MAYO STAGES CAR RALLY:

Sunday March 1^st There will be road closures in the Clogher, Aughagower & Erriff Bohaun Areas throughout the day. See local press for details. 

Please be extra careful & mind yourself  on the roads.

PRAYER FOR TEMPERANCE:

Almighty God, our loving Father guide us in temperance as we try to balance the way we live our life. Help us resist excess and practice moderation in our thoughts, words and actions. Jesus, our example of temperance, you walked gently in the world. May we follow your footsteps by choosing to live with care and compassion. Bless our parish during this season of Lent, as we renew our efforts to live good and holy lives. Unite us in purpose to pursue justice, love and peace. We ask for your grace to grow in temperance each day, through Christ Our Lord. Amen

BABY AND TODDLER PLAYGROUP:

Every Wednesday during School term, Westport Leisure Centre Hall 9.30am-11.00a.m.

WESTPORT PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING:

Monday Feb 16^th at 8.00p.m. in the Presbytery