Newsletter Week Beginning 9th August 2026
- Ingrid & Catherine
- 55 minutes ago
- 3 min read
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 Aug 5th) from 10.00am to 12.00pm 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.
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.28th Sept – Fri 2nd 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: Thrs.13th Aug, 17th, 19th & 21st August. To book seat contact Margaret 098-27109. Daily Workshops at 12.45pm. See www.knockshrine.ie for more details.
FAMILY DAY AT KNOCK SHRINE: Takes place on Sunday, August 16th. Blessing of Families at 11am in the Parish Church. Free games and activities at Basilica Green from 11am to 3pm. 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
BANK DETAILS: Acc Name: Westport Parish
BIC: IPBSIE2D
IBAN: IE83IPBS99072933204684
REMINDER OF CHILDREN’S ROSARY:
At St Mary's Church, Westport on Sunday 9th August 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.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION:
Lord Jesus, I give you my hands to do your work. I give you my feet to go your way. I give you my tongue to speak your words. I give you my mind that you may think in me. I give you my spirit that you may pray in me. Above all, I give you my heart that you may love in me your father and all mankind. I give you my whole self that you may grow in me, so that it is you, Lord Jesus, who lives and works and prays in me. Amen.
ECO FRIENDLY:
Friends of the Mall River continue their summer clean up of the Westport Jewel, Monday 10th Aug at 7.00pm
Please come suitably attired and bring Rakes.
GRÁSTA:
Is a voluntary group of Married Couples based in Ireland, who for over 25 years have been facilitating Pre-Marriage Courses for couples getting married in the Catholic Church.
We are holding pre-Marriage courses on the following dates:13th - 15th November 2026 26th - 28th February 2027
NEXT SATURDAY IS THE FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM.
Mass times Saturday August 15th
Kilmeena 9.30a.m. St. Mary’s Church Westport at 11.00am
Lecanvey & Drummin 8.00pm
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