Newsletter week begining 25th January 2026
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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’ accommodation Early booking discount price €865 available until January 31st, For further information contact Sharon 086 0523014
Fatima and Lisbon Coast; 7 nights (4+3); June 25th to July 2nd 2026; With Spiritual Director; ex Dublin.
For details and booking: 012410800.
CAR CHILD SEATS Check It Fits… 29th January at Totally Toys, Castlebar. Free of Charge.
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:
Date: Wednesday the 4th of February 2026
Time: 12pm to 1.15pm
A PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY WEEK 2026:
(Ephesians 4:4) One Body, one Spirit, one hope of your calling, Lord. Unite us in your love, forgive our selfishness and heal our brokenness. Grant us humility to listen, courage to forgive and the will to pursue Christian unity */enliven us in hope and unite us in love so the world may see your peace through Christ our Lord. Amen.
FEBRUARY 2026 POPES INTENTIONS:
For children with incurable diseases. Let us pray that
Children suffering from incurable diseases and their
Families receive the necessary medical care and support, never losing strength and hope.
BRACKLOON HINTERLAND COMMUNITIES:
Have your say on the results of our house-to-house survey, Come and vote for your top 7 projects. January 25th 2pm to 5pm at Liscarney community centre. Contact: Tom Kitterick 086 3192882
TRADITION TRANSITION OR TRANSFORMATION?
The future of Catholics schools in Ireland.
Join us for an essential discussion with an expert panel on Friday 30th January 2026 at St. Johns Centre, Knock Shrine at 7.30p.m. Sharp. (Doors open 7pm) Donations only. Free refreshments on the night.
INVITATION WESTPORT PARISH APPRECIATION NIGHT: For all those involved in our Parish Pastoral Ministry Friday February 6th at 7.00p.m. in the Castlecourt Hotel.
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ST BRIDGET REIMAGINED:
With Tale of the Gael in Concert. A celebration of
St. Bridget and her life through music, song, story and visuals at Mulranny Church at 5.00p.m. on St. Bridget’s Day Sunday 1st February 2026. Adm. €15
See poster for details.
ST BRIGID’S CROSSES:
Next weekend you can get your St. Brigid Cross at St. Mary’s Church Westport. Donations in support of Rise and Shine Trust (Formerly Irish Pilgrimage Trust) raising funds to bring children with additional needs on Pilgrimage to Lourdes at Easter.
Brigid in Europe, Inter-cultural Festival 2026
Islandeady Parish Church, Sunday 1st February
At 11.00am Mass followed by a ceremony in the historic ruins of St. Brigid’s church, Kilbree, Upper Islandeady. Musical and refreshments in Jack’s cottage Derrycooraun at 1.00p.m.
CELEBRATING ST BRIGID:
Join a Museum curator at 12noon on Saturday 31st January to learn about traditions and objects associated with St Brigid, at the National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park, Castlebar. Then enjoy some St. Brigid’s cross-making workshops at 2pm or 3.30pm. Telephone (094) 90 31751 or visit www.museum.ie for full booking details.
ST. BRIDGET’S DAY, CANDLEMAS DAY & ST. BLAISE:
1ST, 2ND & 3RD February Blessing of crosses, candles & throats will take place at the weekend Mass. Please leave in your crosses and candles at your local church for blessing on that weekend.
LENT PREPARING FOR EASTER:
An invitation to explore the coming season of Lent The gathering will be on Carrowbeg House on Thursdays 7.00p.m.- 8.00p.m beginning on February 12th and the following Thursdays of Lent.
An opportunity for reflection and a richer experience of this pathway of the season in preparation for Easter. To accommodate people in comfort you are requested to register at the Parish Office with name
e-mail and phone number. Further information 0872360272 [email protected].
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK 2026:
(CWS) Is the annual nationwide celebration highlighting the value, mission, and contributions of Catholic education with a specific theme, focusing on living faith in ordinary life, holiness, and community engagement with families and parishes. It’s a time to recognise Catholic schools’ role in forming students grounded in faith, promoting values like love, justice, and purpose, and celebrating their inclusive, welcoming environment. We pray for all our students, teachers, staff and management of our Catholic Schools
