DARE TO HOPE YOUNG ADULT FAITH GATHERING:
Event for 18- to 30-year-olds, Speaker Fr. Conor McDonagh, Saturday, June 14th 2025 in Youth Village, Knock Shrine 9.30a.m. – 5.30pm. Info. Contact Emer at 087-7779879
WESTPORT LIBRARY CELEBRATES 50 YEARS:
With a brand-new library building in the works, and as the existing branch marks a special anniversary, Westport Library staff are compiling a social history of the library service in Westport as part the celebrations. Everyone is invited to submit stories, memories and photos for the compilation of an exhibition which will be unveiled later in year as part of the events to mark the branch's birthday. Original photos will be scanned and returned, and anyone with any information, stories or craic about the branch, or the library service in Westport, in general, is invited to submit them to the branch or to email to [email protected]
JUBILEE YEAR PILGRIMS OF HOPE 2025:
Please visit the Display at the back of the Church in St. Mary’s to see details of this Year’s Pilgrim Passport collaboration between Croagh Patrick, Lough Derg & Knock Shrine. You can also see details of the work done on the path on the Reek as well as other information about the Croagh Patrick Pilgrimage.
CHARITABLE TAX EXEMPTION:
Sincere thanks to everyone who have returned the CHY form, a gentle reminder to anyone that has not returned the form you might please consider helping us avail of a tax reclaim by returning the signed form.
PRAYER BEFORE EXAMS:
Loving God, be with me now as I prepare for my exams. Thank you for the many talents & gifts you have given me and for the opportunity of education. Calm my nerves & anxiety, help me to remember all that I have studied, to express it clearly and to answer the questions to the very best that I can. Holy Spirit, sit with me in my exam – and always. Amen
A STUDENT’S PRAYER:
Father, please clear my mind and give me the understanding and knowledge that comes only from you. Bless me as I take this exam and bring the information that I’ve studied to mind when it is needed in this exam. Grant me favour as I begin this test. I ask this in Jesue name. Amen.
THE SACRED HEART NOVENA:
Prayer Card is available at the back of the Church
June 19th – 27th
THE MAYO SELF ADVOCACY GROUP:
Invite you to attend “I.T. and Me” in Westport Town Hall Theatre. Meet and greet the cast from 11a.m. Movie starts at 12noon. Tuesday June 17th
NATIONAL PILGRIMAGE FOR LIFE:
The National Pilgrimage for Life, organised by the Council for Life of the Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference, will be celebrated on Saturday 21st June in Knock Shrine. Mass will be celebrated at 3pm in the Basilica, during which the Anointing of the Sick will take place. Main celebrant and homilist will be Bishop Martin Hayes. We invite you to join us in Knock to celebrate the gift of life and to pray for the protection of all human life.
DAY OF LIFE 2025:
This year's Day for Life, Sunday 15th June 2025, is an invitation to pray for those who suffer and to remain with them like the Good Samaritan, bearing witness to their unique and unrepeatable value. We see this closeness in the generous and fruitful service of healthcare professionals, whose mission continues even when there is no longer any prospect of physical healing. We see it in another way in families, carers and chaplains who support their brothers and sisters who are sick or frail or struggling with the many burdens of life. As Christians, we affirm them and hold out to them the hope of Jesus Christ who does not disappoint us. To read the full bishops' message visit www.councilforlife.ie
WESTPORT LIONS CLUB MONTHLY MEETING:
Westport Lions Club is pleased to announce that our monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday 10th June at 8pm at the Clew Bay Hotel. These meetings are a great opportunity to discuss our ongoing projects, future initiatives, and ways we can continue to serve and support our community. We look forward to seeing you all.
WETPORT SOCIAL SERVICES:
AGM Wednesday 25th June 7.00p.m. at the
Quay Community Centre.
BANK DETAILS:
The main Parish Account is now with PTSB due to the closure of Ulster Bank. The details are as follows:
Account Name: Westport Parish
BIC: IPBSIE2D
IBAN: IE83IPBS99072933204684
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP:
Bereavement Support Group meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320
WE REMEMBER ALL THOSE WHO DIED RECENTLY:
Bridie Hastings, Westlands
Mary Treacy, Pearse Terrace
Agnes Harrington, Cootehall, Roscommon, mother of Kieran Harrington, Rosmalley
Padraig Reynolds, Mill Road & formerly London
Mamie Marley, Glenhest.
Sarah O’Connor-Staunton, Dublin & High Street.
Thomas Mc Nally, Attyreece & Boston.
Rest in Peace.
