Newsletter Week Beginning 16th August 2026

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.

MONTHLY ALZHEIMER’S ACTIVITY CLUB:

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

Phone Marie on 087 170 8706.

CHURCH TOUR OF ST MARY’S WESTPORT:

Free Guided Tour of St. Mary’s by Barbara Rabbett on Thursday afternoon at 2pm. No booking required.

WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY:

Tours of Westport each Wednesday at 11.00a.m.

July-September, starting point The Clock, High Street. FREE! All welcome

FR. BILL RETREAT:

5 Day Silent Faith Renewal & Healing retreat

Mon.28^th Sept – Fri 2^nd Oct. 2026. The Allingham Arms Hotel, Bundoran, Co. Donegal.

For further info Contact Roisín 086-893 7399

SHELTERED IN GOD’S LOVE:

The National Novena to Our Lady of Knock takes place from 13 to 21 August 2026. Daily ceremonies, with guest speakers, take place at 3pm and 8pm.  A bus will leave The Quay (Centra) at 6.00pm The Mall 6.15pm sharp on the following dates:  Aug, 17^th, 19^th & 21^st August. To book seat contact Margaret 098-27109. Daily Workshops at 12.45pm. See www.knockshrine.ie for more details.

POPES INTENTIONS FOR AUGUST:

Let us pray that in large cities, often marked by anonymity and loneliness, we find new ways to proclaim the Gospel, discovering creative paths to

build community

UNDERSTANDING SELF HARM:

A one-day training programme which helps to develop participants knowledge and understanding of self-harm and the reason underlying such behaviour.

Wed. 16^th Sept. 10am – 5pm Family Centre, Castlebar.

SAFE TALK SUICIDE ALERNTNESS FOR EVERYONE:

Tuesday 8^th Sept. 10am – 1.30pm, Family Centre, Castlebar.[email protected].

SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL: Contact SVP Westport on 087-9334960 

REMINDER OF CHILDREN’S ROSARY:

At St Mary's Church, Westport on Sunday 13^th Sept. @ 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 call or text: 086 389 5771.

WESTERN ALZHEIMERS:

Peak of the Reek Community Climb. Join local families, individuals, and groups climbing Croagh Patrick on Sat. 12th September. Walk for a loved one or enjoy a community day out. All funds support hands-on care for local families living with Dementia in the West. Register at westernalzheimers.ie or Ph 094 9364900  

HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE HOUSE BOUND:

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

OPEN GARDEN DAY IN LOUGH LANNAGH VILLAGE:

Castlebar on Saturday 22^nd of August from 1pm to 3pm. All money raised on the day will go to Sunflower Children's Hospice Castlebar 

CROAGH PATRICK MEN’S CLIMB OF REPARATION &

CONFERENCE:

Saturday 22^nd – 23^rd August 2026. Meet at the car park at the base of the mountain 22^nd Aug at 10.00am for registration followed by Rosary.

See notice board for details.

ALONE:

Would you be willing to provide companionship to an older person locally? ALONE are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested, please apply via the ALONE website at www.alone.ie or for further information please contact us on [email protected] or call 0818 222 024.  

PRAYER FOR LEAVING CERT STUDENTS

God of wisdom and peace, we come before You with hopeful hearts as we wait for the leaving certificate exam results. Strengthen our faith and hope that You see our efforts and guide our paths. Open the way for our future—whatever the outcome—helping us to learn, grow and to trust You.   We ask this in Your name. Amen.

BANK DETAILS:    Acc Name:   Westport Parish

BIC:                       IPBSIE2D

IBAN:                    IE83IPBS99072933204684