Ireland West Camino 2026 From Downpatrick August 27th reaching the summit of Croagh Patrick September 24th. 588km by road and trail! Led by Jeremy Schewe (on the right of the top photo) with friends from the U.S., Canada, Ireland and Russia.

ARCHDIOCESE OF TUAM-ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF MARRIAGE ANNIVERSARIES: Archbishop Francis will celebrate the Annual Diocesan Marriage Anniversaries Mass in Tuam Cathedral on Sunday, 11th October 2026, at 3.00 pm. Couples celebrating a marriage anniversary in 2026 are warmly invited, especially those marking a significant anniversary. Refreshments will be served afterwards in St Jarlath's College. Please send details of the couples and the number of family members attending to [email protected] or phone 093 24250. Please reply by Wednesday, 7th October. WESTPORT ECO CONGREGATION: Creation Walks are being developed across Ireland to convey, in local settings, the long journey of the universe and the importance of caring for the Earth The new “creation walk” on the grounds of the Shrine in Knock, County Mayo, offers a quiet space to pilgrims for personal reflection. It is a wheelchair-friendly, half-kilometre walk, winding its way discreetly around a tree-lined and secluded section of the grounds of the shrine and continues through a small area of woodland. The walk incorporates 30 stations that tell the story of creation from the beginnings of the universe to humanity walking on the moon, and the conversation in 2017 between Pope Francis and the crew of the International Space Station. Each stop along the walk provides a scriptural quote to encourage participants to pause and prayerfully reflect on God's creation. Everyone is invited and encouraged to visit and experience this beautiful Creation Walk in Knock. BLESSING OF ANIMALS: Saturday 3rd October 2026 at 2pm In Murrisk Car Park at the foot of Croagh Patrick. IS ANGER CAUSING YOU PROBLEMS? Knock Counselling Centre will run an Anger Management Programme on Friday 9th & Saturday 10th October. Contact: Peter Devers, 094 93 75032 or log onto www.knockshrine.ie/counselling PRIESTS IN SERVICE: 13th – 15th October: Fr. John is planning to attend this Annual In-Service. Instead of 10am Mass on Tuesday 13th, Wednesday 14th & Thursday 15th there will be a lay led liturgy of the word with Holy Communion. FIRST HOLY COMMUNION DATES FOR 2027: Saturday 8th May 2027, Scoil Phádraig & Brackloon Schools Saturday 15th May 2027, Gael Scoil & Quay Schools Saturday 12TH June 2027, Kilmeena & Carrowholly Schools All the ceremonies take place at 1.00pm. CONFIRMATION DATES FOR 2027: Thursday 29th April 2027 Westport at 12.00 noon Monday 10th May 2027, Kilmeena at 12.00 noon. FÁILTE CUPPA: SUNDAY 27TH SEPT: In Carrowbeg House after the 11.00am Mass. All welcome. WANT TO KNOW YOUR CATHOLIC FAITH BETTER? Study the Irish Catholic Catechism for Adults on Zoom starting Tuesday 22nd September at 7.30pm. Contact Mary 0876325522 or Liam 087 2639726 for more information. LECANVEY NATIONAL SCHOOL TABLE QUIZ: A fantastic night of fun, laughter and a little bit of friendly competition awaits, Friday 2nd October, 7:30pm in Stauntons, Lecanvey. A table of four costs €40. Whether you can gather a team or fancy coming along solo, everyone is welcome. Enjoy a great night out while supporting the fundraiser for our local school. JOURNEYING INTO THE FUTURE: Living a life that blesses. Drawing on spiritual writer’s Ronald Rolheiser’s book Insane for the Light, join us for four Tuesdays in October as we explore together how our lives might grow in maturity to become a blessing for ourselves and others. This short series involves a guided read through the key themes in the book, followed by gentle open discussion. These themes include: understanding the different seasons of our life; what the mature Christian and human life might look like; how to find purpose and meaning as we progress through life’s various challenges. The series is facilitated by Mark Garavan and Fr Tony King. When: Tuesdays October 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th, from 7.00pm to 8.30pm sharp. Where: Carrowbeg House, F28 W903 Westport (right beside St. Mary’s Church). All are welcome but numbers are limited so please email [email protected] for booking. HOPE SPACE: Children's grief support service is hosting a free public talk 'Supporting Grieving Children' on Monday 12 October 7.30pm at Dexcom Stadium. Booking on Eventbrite or contact [email protected] or call 087 4667506. All are welcome. Grow In Love Mass: Next Sunday Oct 4th. Kilmeena 9.30am & Westport 11.00am. The theme this month is The Rosary JUBILEE YEAR OF SAINT FRANCIS 1226/2026 Glorious Saint Francis, saint of simplicity, love, and joy, in heaven you behold the infinite goodness of God. Look down upon us with kindness and pray for our needs. Obtain for us the grace to follow your example of humility, peace, and love for all of creation. Help us to live with open hearts carrying the peace of Christ into our daily lives. We ask this through your powerful intercession, along with our special intention. Amen. WESTPORT AUTISM FRIENDLY TOWN: We are happy to announce that St. Mary’s Church Westport has officially become an Autism Friendly Champion as and from this Sunday September 27th. Our sensory accommodations include a quiet space in the sacristy where there is a sensory box with ear defenders and fidget tools, reduced lighting and noise. There is special seating area available close by the sacristy and at the Sacred Heart Altar There is priority access into and out off the church via the South Mall Corridor. During the day St. Mary’s can be an autism-friendly quiet space to visit. We also welcome assistance dogs and offer a visual guide to our premises. Please join us on our journey as we look to foster inclusion, understanding, and support for Autistic people and their families in our local and wider community. For more details check out www.westportparish.ie

ARCHDIOCESE OF TUAM-ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF MARRIAGE ANNIVERSARIES: Archbishop Francis will celebrate the Annual Diocesan Marriage Anniversaries Mass in Tuam Cathedral on Sunday, 11th October 2026, at 3.00 pm. Couples celebrating a marriage anniversary in 2026 are warmly invited, especially those marking a significant anniversary. Refreshments will be served afterwards in St Jarlath's College. To help with arrangements, please send the names of the couples attending and the number of family members accompanying them to [email protected] or phone 093 24250. For catering purposes, please reply by Wednesday, 7th October. WESTPORT PARISH WEBSITE: Don’t forget we have our online presence with links to Church Tv, You - tube and Facebook. Our website also offers parish information and opportunities to make bookings for the sacraments as well as other church liturgies etc. Click on www.westportparish.ie 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. Ph Marie on 087 170 8706) 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. WESTPORT ECO CONGREGATION: Immersion in Living Water The theme is based on the vision of the prophet Ezekiel, (Ezekiel 47:9 ff) who uses the image of water flowing from the temple as an image of what God wants for creation. The river begins as a small stream, but wherever it flows, barren lands become fertile, fish flourish, trees grow, and stagnant, polluted waters can be healed. Ezekiel’s vision depicts water as a divine agent of renewal, justice, and hope - a life-giving force flowing from God’s sanctuary. It is a symbol of divine presence and blessing. On a more contemplative level, the flowing water is a symbol of God’s love and grace. Christians are called to immerse themselves fully in this living water; that is, an invitation to Christians to become immersed in the struggle for ecological justice, to cooperate with the Lord in the work of restoration and healing of creation. SEASON OF CREATION: Nature needs our help. The well-known phrase should give us pause for thought. “We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children. BLESSING OF ANIMALS: Saturday 3rd October 2026 at 2pm In Murrisk Car Park at the foot of Croagh Patrick. SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL: If you need the assistance of SVP. Ph. Westport on 087-9334960 REMINDER: WESTPORT PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING, MONDAY SEPTEMBER 21ST 8PM IN THE PRESBYTERY. IS ANGER CAUSING YOU PROBLEMS? Knock Counselling Centre will run an Anger Management Programme on Friday 9th & Saturday 10th October. Contact: Peter Devers, 094 93 75032 or log onto www.knockshrine.ie/counselling FIRST HOLY COMMUNION DATES FOR 2027: Saturday 8th May 2027, Scoil Phádraig & Brackloon Schools Saturday 15th May 2027, Gael Scoil & Quay Schools Saturday 12TH June 2027, Kilmeena & Carrowholly Schools All the ceremonies take place at 1.00pm. CONFIRMATION DATES FOR 2027: Thursday 29th April 2027 Westport at 12.00 noon Monday 10th May 2027, Kilmeena at 12.00 noon. WANT TO KNOW YOUR CATHOLIC FAITH BETTER? Study the Irish Catholic Catechism for Adults on Zoom starting Tuesday 22nd September at 7.30pm. Contact Mary 0876325522 or Liam 087 2639726 for more information. THE ANNUAL HOSPICE COFFEE MORNING: Is on Thursday 24th September 2026 at Carrowbeg House Westport after the 10am Mass until 1pm WESTPORT LIBRARY: Thursday 24th September. A coffee Morning will take place in the Westport Library at 10am and 1pm “MAYO CANCER SUPPORT THANKS” Thanks to all who supported and contributed to its recent Westport Flag Day. A total of €4300.74 was raised. SEÁN NA SAGART 300th ANNIVERSARY: An Afternoon of Historical Talks, this Sunday 20th September 3.00pm – 5.00pm at Ballintubber Abbey. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!! The Unmasked Players bring the hit Sin & Tonic back to Westport Town Hall on Wednesday 23rd September. It's a play of sharp wit and raw emotional punch. ST PADRE PIO NOVENA PRAYER: God our Father, we praise You for the gift of St. Padre Pio, a faithful servant of Your mercy, who drew many hearts to Christ through prayer, suffering and love. Through his intercession, grant us the grace we ask for in this novena: (Here mention you own special intentions) Make us more like Jesus Your Son faithful to prayer and generous in charity. Pour out the grace of Your peace upon us and our families. Comfort all who are sick or sorrowful, and draw us back to Your loving mercy. Mother of God, remember us and St. Padre Pio, pray for us. We make our prayer through Christ Our Lord. Amen.

Offering a Mass for a special intention is a long-standing tradition in the Catholic Church. Masses are offered for many reasons: in remembrance of someone who is deceased; for someone who is ill; for someone celebrating a special occasion. Weekly Mass List Offering a Mass for a special intention is a long-standing tradition in the Catholic Church. Masses are offered for many reasons: in remembrance of someone who is deceased; for someone who is ill; for someone celebrating a special occasion. Mass Intentions are published weekly in the Sunday bulletin. Mass Intentions can be requested for loved ones, both living and deceased. Mass is celebrated on a specific day where your loved one's name will be remembered during the Prayers of the Faithful. The intention will also be listed on the parish calendar and in the bulletin. Westport Sunday 4th Oct 11.00a.m. 1st Anniversary: Tony Mc Ging, Lankill Road Westport Saturday 3rd Oct. 10.00a.m. Michael & Bridget Kearns & son Michael Westport Saturday n3rd 6.30pm 1st Anniversary: Seamus O'Grady, Mc Neela Terrace Months Mind: Maureen Fitzsimmons, Clogher Westport Thursday 1st Oct. 10.00a.m. Madeline & Raymond Jordan & son Jimmy Jimmy & Margaret Kearns, Owenwee. & Patrick Navin. Westport Wednesday 30th Sept 10.00a.m. Mary & Richard Gill, son William, Derrygorman his wife Pat & Granddaughter Zara Patrick Gill, Kilmeena. Westport Tuesday 29th Sept 10.00a.m. No Intention Westport Monday 28th Sept. 10.00a.m. Margaret & Laurence O'Toole, Horkans Hill. Peter Browne & DFM. Horkans Hill Clair, Michael & Dee O'Sullivan, Slaugar Hill. Mauriced & Mary Gleeson, grandson John Westport Sunday 27th September 11.00a.m. Months Mind: Mary Doherty, Clareview. Westport Saturday 26th Sept. 6.30p.m. 1st Anniversary: Mary Gillivan, James Street. Months Mind: Rhys Conway, Pairc Na Coile James, Mary & Ailish O'Connell, South Mall. Gerald Kenny & D.M. of Kenny families. Westport Saturday 26th 1. Cyril Crowe, Cultrain. 2. Pat & baby Ruby Mulchrone & DFM. 3. Tom & John Morley, Carrowbeg Est. & D.M. of Morley & Finnerty families. 4. Charlie & Catherine O'Malley & Pat Moran, Clare Island. Westport Friday 24th Sept. 10.00am 1. Jillian Jordan, Rosbeg. 2. Eileen & Jimmy Noonan & remembering Jim Paul, Monamore. Westport Thursday 24th Sept. 10.00a.m. 1. Deceased members of Fr. Angelus Park & Westport. 2. Mixie Conway, Rosbeg. Westport Wednesday Sept 23rd 10.00a.m. 1. Kevin & Annie Coughlan, daughter Mary Gannon 2. Irene Mc Greal & Jenny Mc Greal & DFM. 3. Agnes & Jack O'Driscoll & D.M. of Conlon family, Pearse Terrace. Westport Tuesday 22nd Sept. 10.00a.m. 1. Mary Kelly, Tyrone Westport 21st Monday Sept. 10.00a.m. 1. Breda Reddy, nephew John 2. Lucy Harte & D.M. of Mc Fadden family, Altamont Street, Westport Sunday 20th September 11.00am No Intention Leanvey Saturday 19th 8.00pm 1st Anniversary: Owen O'Malley, Lecanvey. Majella Kilcoyne & DFM. Westport Saturday 19th September 6.30pm No Intention Westport Saturday 19th 10.00a.m. 1. Cyril Crowe. Cuiltrean. 2. D. M. of Kelly family. 3. Bridie Kelly, Parnell Court. 4. Maureen Kelly, Carrabawn. 5. Sonny & Nancy Scahill, Prospect. Lecanvey Saturday 8.00pm 1. Mary Mackell Magee 2. Michael Geraghty & DFM. Kilsallagh 3. Michael & Carmel Foy. Westport Friday 18th 10.00am 1st Anniversary: Ann Clarke 2.Leo & Mary Joyce, daughter Ann Ruddy & Margaret & Christy Brady. 3.Tim & Bridget Mc Greal, Knockfin 4.Maureen Johnston, Pinewoods. 5.Mary & Dan Conway & DFM. Croy Westport Thursday 17th 10.00am No intention Westport Wednesday 16th 10.00am 1st Anniversary: Pauline (Horan) Mc Neela Westport Tuesday 15th 10.00am 1. John Geraghty, Carrowbeg Est. Westport Monday 14th 10.00am 1.Olivia Mc Nally, Attyreech & D.M. of Corcoran & Mc Nally families. 2. Patrick & Dorothy Coffey & Maurice Landers. Westport Sunday 13th 11.00a.m. 1st Anniversary: Vladimír Cikarow & remembering his son Ivan Cikarow Lecanvey: 8.00pm Saturday 12th September 2026 1. Mary Mackell Magee 2. Michael Geraghty & DFM. Kilsallagh. Westport Saturday 12th September 6.30p.m. 1st Anniversary: Mary Hughes, Ballinrobe Road. Nora Kilroy & John O'Callaghan, Springfield Drive. Westport Saturday 12th September 10.00am 1. Ann Kelly & DM of Kelly & Loftus families. 2. Declan Hastings, Derrygorman. 3. Pater Mc Dermott, Murrisk. 4. 1st Anniversary: Peter Flanagan, Frank, Marie & Frankie D.M. of Gibbons families. 5. Rita Reilly, Ardoley. Westport Friday 11th September 10.00am 1. Pat & Mary B. Mc Greal, son Michael & daughter Mary 2. Patrick Jennings. 3. Austin Moran, Bunrower,Ayle & lodge Road Westport thursday 10th September 10.00am 1. Annette Canning, St. Patrick’s Terrace & DFM. 2. Josie Conway, Castlebar Road & D.M. of Quinn & Conway families.

CONFIRMATION Confirmation Preparation Confirmation Programme 2027 Confirmation date for Westport 2027 Thursday 29th April 2027 at 12.00 Noon Confirmation date for Kilmeena 2027 Monday 10th May 2027 at 12.00 Noon The 2027 Confirmation Programme is now enrolling. Read more information on Confirmation REGISTRATION CARD Child's First name Child's Last name* Date of Birth Day Month Month Year Date of Baptism Day Month Month Year Church of Baptism Address Church of Baptism Father's Full Name Mother's Full Name including Maiden name* Parent's Address Name of Sponsor Confirmation Name Child's School Phone Number* Email Address* by SUBMITTING this form YOU CONSENT TO THE ABOVE INFORMATION BEING RETAINED BY THE PARISH RECORD PURPOSES. YOU CONSENT TO BEING CONTACTED BY THE PARISH USING THE ABOVE INFORMATION REGARDING PARISH ACTIVITIES. YOU CONSENT TO HAVING MY RECORDS RETAINED FOR FUNDRAISING PURPOSES AND BEING CONTACTED BY THE PARISH FOR THE SAME PURPOSE. Submit

Community & Spiritual Connection 20250323_183614.heic 1/8 Season of Creation 2026 September 1st - October 4th Theme "Living water" IMMERSION IN LIVING WATER: Ezekiel 47:9,12 Westport Parish ECO - Congregation “Future generations will never forgive us if we miss the opportunity to protect our common home. We have inherited a garden; we must not leave a desert for our children.” Joint statement from Pope Francis, the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew and Archbishop Justin Welby of Canterbury. Theme: “Living Water” This year’s theme, “Living Water”, explores Ezekiel 47:9 and 12 as a powerful biblical vision of hope and ecological healing. Set amid exile and loss, the image of living water flowing from God’s sanctuary reveals divine healing that renews land, water, biodiversity, and human responsibility towards the whole creation. “ Swarms of living creatures will live wherever the river flows. There will be large numbers of fish, because this water flows there and makes the salt water fresh; so where the river flows everything will live. […] Fruit trees of all kinds will grow on both banks of the river. Their leaves will not wither, nor will their fruit fail. Every month they will bear fruit, because the water from the sanctuary flows to them. Their fruit will serve for food and their leaves for healing.” (Ezek 47:9,12) Learn More Discover the schools in our parish — visit our new Schools Listing for details on local primary and post-primary schools. our SCHOOLS Newsletter Sunday 20th September 2026 ARCHDIOCESE OF TUAM-ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF MARRIAGE ANNIVERSARIES: Archbishop Francis will celebrate the Annual Diocesan Marriage Anniversaries Mass in Tuam Cathedral on Sunday, 11th October 2026, at 3.00 pm. Couples celebrating a marriage anniversary in 2026 are warmly invited, especially those marking a significant anniversary. Refreshments will be served afterwards in St Jarlath's College. To help with arrangements, please send the names of the couples attending and the n Newsletter 4 min read Newsletter Week Beginning Sunday 13th September 2026 ARCHDIOCESE OF TUAM-ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF MARRIAGE ANNIVERSARIES: Archbishop Francis will celebrate the Annual Diocesan Marriage Anniversaries Mass in Tuam Cathedral on Sunday, 11th October 2026, at 3.00 pm. Couples celebrating a marriage anniversary in 2026 are warmly invited, especially those marking a significant anniversary. Refreshments will be served afterwards in St Jarlath's College. To help with arrangements, please send the names of the couples attending and the n Newsletter 4 min read Farewell To Fr. Britus ON BEHALF OF WESTPORT PARISH "Fr. Britus, thank you for your ministry with us here in Westport Parish. Thank you for the care, patience, gentleness and kindness you've shown to so many people in so many different ways. We especially thank you for your celebration of mass here in St Mary’s, Drummin and the McBride Home as well as all your chaplaincy support in the Sacred Heart Secondary School and Carraholly N.S. Thank you for your encouragement and the way you have helped us Parish News 1 min read Adult Faith and Human Formation Classes Date and time is TBD Westport Learn more Mass Times & Confessions WESTPORT • St. Mary's Church Weekend Masses: Saturday, 6.30 p.m. (First Mass of Sunday) [vigil]Sunday, 11:00amour our live camera: CLICK our Mass listing: CLICK Weekday Masses: Monday to Saturday at 10am Adoration Adoration 8.00am – 8.00pm each day except Tuesday.Adoration finishes at 7.00pm in adoration room and moves to St. Mary’s Church from 7.00pm – 8.00pm Confessions: Saturday, 12.30pm - 1 pm. or at other times by calling to the Presbytery. Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick: During the 10:00am Mass on the first Saturday of each month. This is a Sacrament of the Church, and not just a blessing. It is offered to those of advancing years who may be struggling daily with the challenges of old age. It is also offered to those with a diagnosed medical condition, or those awaiting a diagnosis. It is recommended that this Sacrament only be received one each month. CLARE ISLAND • Church of the Sacred Heart Mass is celebrated three weekends out of four in Clare Island. Check locally for details, Friday Evening Mass: 8.00 pm Saturday Masses: 9.00am INISHTURK ISLAND • St. Columba’s Church Mass is celebrated one weekend out of four in Inishturk. Check locally for details. Friday Evening Mass: 8.00 pm, (Summer and Winter)Saturday Mass: 9. 00 am, (Summer and Winter) LECANVEY • St. Patrick's Church Saturday evening 8:00pm DRUMMIN • St. Mary's Church Saturday evening 8:00pm FAHY • Church Of The Holy Family Friday evening 7:00pm (this will cover the Sunday obligation) KILMEENA • St. Brendan's Church Sunday morning 9:30am CROAGH PATRICK • St. Patrick’s Oratory Annual Reek Sunday pilgrimage last Sunday of July Masses: Every hour from 8am Confessions on the summit continuously from 7.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Garland Friday (Friday before Reek Sunday). Mass: On the summit 10.00 a.m. and in Murrisk car park at 7.30 p.m. Feast of the Assumption (15 Aug) Community Hub Faith in Action Discover a welcoming community at Westport Parish, where all are embraced in God's love. Our doors are open to those searching for spiritual fulfillment and a deeper connection with Jesus. Allow His grace to touch your soul and experience acceptance, peace, and joy in our diverse church family. Become a part of our mission to worship and serve together. Learn More