Newsletter Week Beginning 28th June 2026

MASS, TALKS AND EUCHARISTIC HEALING:

An evening with Rev Fr Prince, SJ. in St Oliver Plunkett Church. Renmore, Galway. H91 PX95. on Friday July 10th from 4pm to 8pm.Confessions available before Mass. All are welcome. Any enquiries to Dympna on 087 2302681

CEMETRY MASS:

Sunday 5^th July at 3.00pm in the old cemetery, weather permitting. Please let your family know.

THE POPE’S INTENTIONS:

Let us pray that sports be an instrument of peace,

encounter, and dialogue among cultures and nations, and that they promote values such as respect, solidarity, and personal growth.

REMINDER CHILDREN’S ROSARY: 

At St Mary's Church, Westport on Sunday 14th July 10:30 am, before 11 am Mass. Children and teens of all ages are welcome to come and learn to pray the Rosary. Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian at all times. For any questions, please

Phone or text: 086 3895771.

ST. PATRICK’S 3 DAY PILGRIMAGE TO LOUGH DERG:

Bus departs from St. Mary’s Church Westport at 8.00am. on Friday 26^th June. For booking contact Margaret at 087-7401391

CHARITY WALK ON CLARE ISLAND:

The 2026 Kathleen Conneely Memorial Island Charity Walk on Clare Island will take place on Saturday, July 20^th. The 2026 beneficiary charities are The Irish Cancer Society and Pancreatic Cancer Ireland, both of which provide vital services and supports to individuals and families affected by cancer. Entry is by a donation of €50, or by raising a minimum of €50 in sponsorship per person. This includes return ferry travel from Roonagh Pier, as well as optional complimentary bus transfer from Castlebar and Westport. For further information or to register, contact: Pat: 087 2931960, Joe on 087 2338570, Email: [email protected] or log onto www.idonate.ie/kciwalks for full information.   

MONTHLY SENSORY FRIENDLY MASS:

Takes place at 12.30pm on Sun, June 28^th in the Prayer Centre at Knock Shrine. Phone Nicola 094 93 88100.

KNOCK YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME:

Grow in Faith, Lead with Purpose Inspire Others

You can make a difference in the lives of young people-walking with them on their journey of faith.Visit.www.knockshrine.ie for more details.

THE KEY UNLOCKING THE TREASURES OF THE FAITH:

Free copy available at the back of the Church

CROAGH PATRICK EXHIBITION:

Please take time to visit the display at the back of

St. Mary’s Church, Westport.

MINI VIGIL KNOCK:

Friday 3^rd July, bus leaving the Quay (Centra) at 7.00pm The Mall 7.15pm To book Phone Margaret 098-27109.

WESTPORT MEALS ON WHEELS:

Social lunches are reaching out to any entertainers who would be available to volunteer their time on Wednesday/Friday 1.pm – 2.30pm. at the Quay Community Centre, would appreciate any support you can give. Phone Sharon 089-9638896. Thank you.

NATIONAL GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE:

Sunday 26^th July 2026 Knock Shrine celebrating World Day for Grandparents and The Elderly.

HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE HOUSE BOUND:

If you would like to take Holy Communion home to a family member, neighbour or friend you can avail of a Pyx by calling in at the Sacristy or the Parish Office at the Presbytery, Westport. If anyone has finished using a Pyx please return it to the Sacristy or the Parish office. Thank you.

MONTHLY ALZHEIMER’S ACTIVITY CLUB:

In Lough Lannagh Holiday Village Main Hall on a monthly basis on the First Thursday of the Month (2nd July) from 10.00 to 12.00 for Activities, Games, Chat, Refreshments and Day Trips. July activity club we will be having a Chair Yoga session, All Welcome. Please Phone Marie on 087 170 8706.

ATU ST ANGELAS:

Is inviting applications for the following programme beginning Autumn 2026

Part-Time Certificate in Religious Education for Primary School with Online Delivery

Closing date for applications, Friday 14^th Aug. 2026 Email [email protected] 071-9179624

MONTHLY HOUSE CALLS:

 Fr. John will do his usual house visits during the week.

CHURCH TOUR OF ST MARY’S WESTPORT:

During the Summer Months you are welcome to a Free Guided Tour of St. Mary’s on Thurs. afternoons at 2pm. No booking required.