Westport Parish

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.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: Aug, 17th, 19th & 21st 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. 16th Sept. 10am – 5pm Family Centre, Castlebar. SAFE TALK SUICIDE ALERNTNESS FOR EVERYONE: Tuesday 8th Sept. 10am – 1.30pm, Family Centre, [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 13th 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 22nd 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 22nd – 23rd August 2026. Meet at the car park at the base of the mountain 22nd 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

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

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 Saturday 22nd Aug.10.00am 1. Jackie Burns & DFM. 2. Patrick Hopkins, The Paddock & Brodie & Bea Walsh, Leenane Road & DFM. 3. Michael Heraty, Sheeaune. 4. Niamh Kelly, Celtic Court 5. Ena Moane, Carrabawn. Westport Friday 21st Aug. 10.00am 1. Margaret, Mary & Rosie Gray & DFM. Mill Street 2. Cormac Boylan. Westport Thursday 20th Aug. 10.00am 1. Peter O'Toole & DM of O'Toole & Gillespie families. 2. Gus Ryder, Horkans Hill. 3. Mary & Michael Kearns, Drummindoo. Westport Wednesday 19th Aug. 10.00am 1. James & Mary Hoban, son Padraig, Glynsk & DM of Hoban & Cusack f families. 2. Sarah & Thomas Higgins, sons, Tom & Joe 3. Evelyn Moran, Newport Road. Westport Tuesday 18th Aug. 10.00am 1. Noel Mc Ging, Killybegs & Westport, his brothers, Pat & Danny. 2. Ned & Nellie O'Hora, son Richard & grandsons Seamus, Colin & Patrick DM of O'Hora families. Westport Monday 17th Aug. 10.00a.m. 1. Patrick & Mary Fahy 2. Ellen & James Gallagher 3. Margaret & Ella O'Malley & DFM. Kings Hill. Westport Sunday 16th 11.00a.m. Months Mind: Kenneth Canning, Carrowbeg Est. Westport Saturay 15th August 11.00am 1. Eileen Maloney & DFM. Owenwee. 2. Eoin Murphy 3. John Walsh, Quay Road. 4. Tom & Baby Hyland, & son Tom. 5. Mary & Peter Kilgallon, Ballinrobe Road. 6. Mary Murphy, Ml.Davitt Park DM of Murphy & Fleming families. 7. Vincent & Ann Conlon, Sheeaune 8. Liam Fahy, Quay, Sarah Gibbons, Clogher & DM of Fahy, Gibbons & Gallagher families. Drummin Saturday 15th Aug. 8.00pm Peter & Mary B. Foy & DFM. Westport Saturday 15th August 6.30pm 1st Anniversary: Peggy Kelly, Fr. Angelus Park, remembering husband Brian & DM of Kelly & McGown families. 2.Margaret Hopkins, the Quay Lecanvey Saturday 15th 8.00pm Months Mind: Noel Sammin & remembering his wife Bríd Kathleen Mc Greal & Mary O'Toole & DFM Westport Friday 14th August 10.00am 1. Eamon & Teresa Duffy, daughters Kathleen & Carmel Michael Ketterick, late of Tubberhill 2. Des & Anne Herterich, late of Mill Street. Westport Thursday 13th August 10.00am 1. Séan Kelly Westport Wednesday 12th August 10.00am 1. Kate Agnes Munster, Monamore 2. Mary & Kieran Reynolds, Drummindoo & Jimmy Gibbons, Ballinrobe Westport Tuesday 11th August 10.00am 1. Gerry & Mary Cowley, Johns Row DM of Cowley & Maguire families. Westport Monday 10th August 10.00am 1. James & Bridget Heneghan, Carrabawn & DM of Maguire & Heneghan families. 2. Rita & Mar O’Donnell & DFM. Castlebar Street. 3. Ann Conway, Pearse Terrace & Kent. Westport Sunday 9th August 11.00a.m. No Intention Westport Saturday 8th August 10.00am 1. James & Mary Teresa Roche, Bohea. Lecanvey Saturday 8th August at 8.00pm 1. Bridie & Pakie Gavin, daughter Freida Byrne son-in-law Aidan Byrne & DFM. 2. John & Mary Gavin & DM of Gavin families Drummin Saturday 8th August at 8.00pm 1. Mary Flannery 2. Richard Mc Donnell & DFM. Westport Saturday 8th August 6.30p.m. 1st Anniversaries: Pat Coughlan, Revenue Row. Margaret Geraghty, remembering husband Gerry & son Dermott, grandson Cian. Months Minds: Sheila Moore, Buckwaria James Doherty, Carrabawn Westport Friday 7th August 10.00am 1.Bridie & Pat Riley & son Brian & D.M. of Fallon, Pearse Terr. 2.Charles Slevin. 3.Margaret Ryder, Church Lane. Westport Thursday 6th August 10.00a.m. No Intention Westport Wednesday 5th August 10.00a.m. No Intention Westport Tuesday 4th August 10.00a.m. Mary & Micheal Nolan & DFM. Westport Monday 3rd August 10.00a.m. 1.Martin & Delia Dever, James Street & D.M. of Dever & Mellett families. 2.David Kelly, his father Chris, Pearse Terrace. 3.Una Friel, Upper Paddock. 4.David & Monica mc Keown & Mary Mc Keown & DFM Westport 2nd August 11.00a.m. No Intention Westport Saturday 1st August 10.00a.m. Michael Collins, Quay Peter, Mary, Joe & Michael Kerrigan, Owenwee. Martha Wood, Newport Road. Patricia Walsh, Parents Peter & Ellen, Midgefield. Pat Murphy, Newport Road. Westport Saturday 1st August 6.30p.m. 1st Anniversary: Bernie Hoban, Carrabawn Westport Friday 31st July 10.00a.m. John Walsh, Belclare & DM of Walsh & O'Toole families. Johnnie Geraghty, Carrabawn Westport Thursday 30th July 10.00a.m. Martina Mitchell. Millie & Joe Reilly & nDM of Reilly families.

Schools 17 Mar 2023 Brackloon National School St. Joseph’s NS is a Catholic co-educational primary under the patronage of Archbishop Michael Neary. The school is situated about 4.5 miles SW of Westport town on the edge of Brackloon Woods. The school was built in 1849 and has enjoyed a long tradition of quality education and great support from the local community. Read More 17 Mar 2023 Church St Columba’s Church, Inishturk Island Read More 17 Mar 2023 Church KILMEENA St. Brendan's Church Read More 17 Mar 2023 Church St Mary's Church - Beautiful church. Well maintained by the parish. Great place of prayer and worship. Read More 17 Mar 2023 Church The Church on Clare Island, built almost in the centre of the Island in the village of Kill is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It was erected between 1860 and 1862 by the Rev. James B. Davis on a little plot of ground close to the Abbey. Read More 17 Mar 2023 Drummin National School We are a small rural school, located in the scenic village of Drummin, close to Westport in Co. Mayo. There has been a school in the village of Drummin since 1849, with the building dating back to 1936. Over the years there have been many refurbishments and renovations, including a new classroom and a beautiful landscaped playground, which includes picnic benches for dining al fresco, a vegetable garden and an insect hotel. Read More 17 Mar 2023 Eco-Congregation The Hospice Shop Westport located at James Street sells a mixture of items from new & used quality clothes, BRIC-A-BRAC. Read More 17 Mar 2023 Eco-Congregation Nutritious food lovingly prepared & delivered to local people by local people. Read More 17 Mar 2023 Eco-Congregation Westport Family and Community Resource Centre has two convenient clothing bins near The Towers Bar and Restaurant Westport where you can donate your gently used clothing. Read More 17 Mar 2023 Funeral Director Read More 17 Mar 2023 Funeral Director Read More 17 Mar 2023 Funeral Director Read More 17 Mar 2023 Funeral Director Gannon’s Undertakers Lecanvey, Murrisk Westport Mayo F28 X4V8 Ireland Read More 17 Mar 2023 Gaelscoil Na Cruaiche Cuirimid fáilte fial flaithiúl romhat go suíomh gréasáin Ghaelscoil na Cruaiche. Tá súil againn go dtabharfaidh an suíomh seo deis do phaistí, do thuismitheoirí, d’iar-scoláirí agus do phobal iomlán na scoile eolas a bhailiú maidir lenár scoil agus lenár n-imeachtaí. Tá súil againn go mbainfidh sibh taitneamh agus tairbhe as an eolas agus an léargas seo ar shaol na scoile. Read More 17 Mar 2023 Holy Trinity National School Read More 17 Mar 2023 Lecanvey National School Read More 17 Mar 2023 Murrisk National School Read More 17 Mar 2023 Parish Administrator Read More 17 Mar 2023 Primary School • St. Patrick's N.S. Clare Island St. Patrick’s N.S. is a historic school in Kille village on Clare Island, originally built in 1887. Over the years, it has been extended and modernised, now offering spacious classrooms and updated facilities like a new playground and bicycle shed. The school has beautiful views of Clew Bay and Croagh Patrick. It has a dedicated staff, including Principal Ms. Winters, Vice Principal Ms. Mc Ging, and several specialist teachers. The school is proud of its five Green Flags for environmental efforts. Pupils take part in sports, swimming, music, and cultural activities, and the school is known for its annual Christmas concert and participation in local football competitions. Read More 17 Mar 2023 Rice College Westport Read More 17 Mar 2023 Sacred Heart School Westport Read More 17 Mar 2023 Scoil Phádraig Read More 17 Mar 2023 St Colmcille's National School Read More 17 Mar 2023 St. Columbas National School - Inishturk Officially Ireland's smallest school! We are located 9 miles off the coast of Co. Mayo, Ireland. Read More 17 Mar 2023 Westport Educate Together National School Westport Educate Together is a new primary school in Westport, Co. Mayo. We opened in 2019 with our first Junior Infants Class. We are currently located at Westport Woods, The Quay, Westport, Co. Mayo, F28 E6N4. As an Educate Together School, we are equality based, child-centred, democratically run and co-educational. Read More

Pilgrim's Notes • add + Barry Mac Ciarnain 30 July 2026 7:10 am I've climbed Croagh Patrick today on my 48th birthday,thank you God for giving me the strenght I need to proceed and climb this great peak.I want to wish everyone and my family many years more of health and happiness and all who climb it now and into the future.God bless Read More Vincent 24 July 2026 11:30 am Today marked my 50th birthday. I felt like I was sent a message to do this climb a couple of weeks back. I knew little of it so to find myself climbing on the Reek weekend was a gift. May all those who go after me tread lightly and mindfully. One step to the next....enjoy the journey. Walk with grace....♥️ Read More Nancy 17 July 2026 6:45 am I'm from Northern Ireland and have hiked the Mourne mountains many times over the last 10 years. I came here to climb Croagh Patrick solo to challenge myself. Read More Katarina 16 July 2026 2:01 pm Please God, look after my family. Give us health and keep up together. Read More R Mc Caughey 1 July 2026 6:22 am From monaghan over on a family holiday. I have never done anything like this before and Had no intention to climb croagh patrick but felt compelled to the more i looked at it. The feeling of achievement when i seen the church was like nothing else. I prayed to st patrick and said hail mary and our fathers. I would reccomend anyone to do it. Read More Mike from Nashville 29 June 2026 11:00 am My mom passed a week ago today, she was Patricia. Climbed today in her honor, and prayed the rosary on the steps to the top, to help distract from the steps to the top. Weather was great, little cloudy but a fun hike with family. Read More Duncan 16 June 2026 11:00 am I came here to connect with my Catholic ancestors and explore my own relationship with faith. There is something so beautiful of knowing that so many before me have made this holy pilgrimage. It truly makes me feel part of something greater than myself. Thank you all Read More Stephen Newell 1 June 2026 8:09 pm Cycled from Lindisfarne via Iona tracing back the saints who've led us before Finish via Clonmacnoise Kells Armagh and of course Dublin for the book of Kells. Read More Paul & Tara Amarante 17 May 2026 8:08 pm The pilgrimage to the top is a literal and figurative representation of life. At times the views are breathtaking and the walk is easy. Other moments are less than pleasant, with changing difficulty and sudden storms, mirroring our fragile existence and troubles. We can only truly prepare ourselves for all the possible hazards and hardships of the journey through trust in God. All other precautions avail us nothing in comparison. Read More Shane 15 May 2026 5:01 pm So happy to have made it to the top of Croagh Patrick for the second time. Wishing for peace and happiness for all of my family and friends. Read More Andrew Robertson 20 April 2026 9:37 am It was a challenge. I'm visiting from the U.S. and feel so grateful to be able to visit this beautiful place and for my body to be able to hike this beautiful mountain. I do pray for peace and my intention today is to be an example of peace and joy and support for those around me. Read More Mark & Alicia Leahy 14 April 2026 2:16 pm Hike hike was a challenge for us but so pleased we made it. Offering prayers of peace for the world. Read More Paula & Jennifer 11 April 2026 3:39 pm Best buddies for 42 years and we made it to the summit! Read More Nicole Sheridan & Grzegorz Pokrywczyński 6 April 2026 7:21 pm First visit,easter monday 2026, beautiful place. God bless. Read More David, Hope, and Mary 23 November 2025 2:30 pm We are visiting Ireland for the first time from Pennsylvania, USA. Our visit to Westport was lovely. Climbed Croagh Patrick not quite knowing what we were getting into. What an adventure! Felt like a great accomplishment. How about St. Patrick 40 days on the mountain... water? Shelter? Must have been a powerful, prayerful experience. Definitely felt like a Holy experience connecting to God, St. Patrick, and all the pilgrims who went before us. We were blessed to participate in this special tradition. Read More Ciara Burns 18 October 2025 9:00 am Have been wanting to do this walk for a while..visibility wasn't great but it was lovely to reach the summit and say a wee prayer at the chapel. Read More Geraldine Kilkelly 28 September 2025 10:05 pm It was a beautiful day and thankful I climbed today. When I was 40 min in I thought oh this is so hard I could turn back. Then I remembered this is an old pattern of mine saying I can't do it and 3 hours later I reached the top. Thank you. Read More Nia Burgess 24 September 2025 10:03 am I've been struggling to understand God, faith, and christianity in general for a long time now. I'm still unsure of exactly what I believe, but experiencing Croagh Patrick inspired me and filled me with peace. I can feel the spirit of everyone who's made the climb before me, as if we're all here at once, and all connected. I came to Ireland in hopes of finding true solitude and quiet, and Croagh Patrick has more than filled that need. I feel a sense of rest here, as if something outside of me, bigger than me, is keeping me safe. I'm filled with gratitude for the people who fought to preserve this mountain, and that I was able to see this beautiful view. Read More Mairéad and Magnus Knox 25 August 2025 2:55 pm Thank you for reminding us of the spectacular beauty of creation- a lovely eagle flew by, and much encouragement from other climbers Read More David O' Donoghue and Asuka O’ Donoghue 15 August 2025 10:35 am We came from Japan and I insisted that the only thing I wanted to do on the visit was go up Croagh Patrick in honour of my mother who passed away in the past two years. My wife has had a little surgery in the last month but, despite my worries, powered up to the summit. She did wonderfully well. What a wonderfully well maintained walking route to the summit. God bless all the people who worked - and work - to make the hike up here a lovely safe one. Read More Brendon and Denise 15 August 2025 11:11 am Reflections on our life, appreciating the People we have in our lives. wishing them all health and happiness Read More Jarlath Lally 14 August 2025 5:37 pm Tough climb I'm not built for it Great view Read More CM 14 August 2025 11:47 am Delighted to have made it to the top. Would have liked to go into the church to say a prayer. Another time hopefully Read More John Kelly 10 August 2025 2:52 pm We arrived at 2.50pm. The climb was onerous, as I have an artificial knee. It was very disappointing to find the doors of the Church closed. I so wanted to go in, say a prayer and have a rest. Everyone else who arrived with us was of the same opinion. I do think that this is something which needs to be looked at, in these times when things are difficult for the Church. John Kelly Read More Lisa and Bernie 10 August 2025 11:07 am We feel elated! Read More Tanya and Thomas McNulty 9 August 2025 1:38 pm In memory of Brian Hanley and Spencer Sherwin Read More Mary & Pete Barber 6 August 2025 4:58 pm With love & respect for our beloved Auntie Peggy, in our thoughts & prayers xxxx Read More Mark, Rachael Harrison & Family 25 July 2025 11:15 am This is our third time climbing Croagh Patrick but was very special to be here for Garland Friday. My two sons made it to the chapel to light candles for their grandmothers at the end of mass. A beautiful experience everytime and so nice to meet so many friendly encouraging people along the way. Read More Mary Patricia McDonagh Armagh 14 July 2025 4:55 pm Thank God, we did it. Myself (Mary Patricia) and my 2 sons Matthew and Owen, and my sister Rosie. My brother John Paul and his wife Sinead got to the bottom of the summit so we continue their prayers for their intentions. Thank u Jesus for everything. Multiple changes in the weather with rain, hail, wind but with God's grace we got to the top, woo hoo. Please hear all our prayers God and Jesus and the Holy Spirit, and grant our hearts desires, Amen. P.s, I also got my pilgrim badge, I'm so happy. Read More M &E Flanagan 24 June 2025 12:28 pm We climbed to the summit on 24th June 2025. A great personal achievement for me as I have not achieved this for 20 yrs mainly due to knee issues. Feeling positive and looking forward to new challenges. Leaving some of my spirit here and takin some of Croagh Patrick with me. Read More DS & JS 23 June 2025 11:54 am May this day bring Sabbath rest to my heart and my home. May God’s image in me be restored, and my imagination in God be re-storied. May the gravity of material things be lightened, and the relativity of time slow down. May I know grace to embrace my own finite smallness in the arms of God’s infinite greatness. May God’s Word feed me and His Spirit lead me into the week and into the life to come. AMEN Read More Heneghan Family 22 June 2025 11:30 am This hike is like life. Challenging at times and easy at other times. Beautiful and rewarding. It was good to hear so many encouragements on the way up and down. Would do again. Read More Ania G z Wilna 13 May 2025 3:33 pm Managed to get to the top and admire the beauty of Ireland. It's God's blessing! Read More Marysia F z Wilna 13 May 2025 2:46 pm Blessing to manage get here and see the beauty of Ireland on a sunny day Read More Kevin Dolan 2 May 2025 2:15 pm Today's pilgrimage was for all my family and friends and for all those we have lost in the last 12 months may the lord and St Patrick bless you all Read More John 28 April 2025 1:00 pm In solidarity with the Palestinian people. I hope the occupation and colonisation of their lands will come to an end soon so they can return and be free from the river to the sea. Read More Trish and Rory 23 April 2025 2:53 pm We did this pilgrimage for David whom we lost suddenly a year ago. May he have a good laugh at the 2 of us puffing and panting up Croagh Patrick and .....May he rest in peace Read More Shauna Holmes 6 April 2025 6:00 pm What a beautiful day to climb Ireland's holy mountain to give thanks and to be in the presence of God and enjoy the beautiful views. Read More Maumturks Walking Club 30 March 2025 12:00 am Great to do Croagh Patrick in the month of March A few even crossed the border into Mayo, thanks to James O'Doherty for leading the lesser known route. Read More Sue 25 March 2025 10:45 am Grateful to make the climb for my friend, Martha! Read More John and Xuan 15 March 2025 1:00 pm A great experience. We were blessed with beautiful weather. Spectacular view. We climbed it during the Lenten season. Read More MP 9 March 2025 12:00 am Marian Prendergast from Castlebar embarks on her Jubilee Year #PilgrimsofHope Pilgrimage to Croagh Patrick. Congratulations to Marian, who has become the first pilgrim to have her Pilgrim Passport officially stamped by Derick Healy! Read More JK 1 March 2025 12:00 am Out with the old, in with the new! Thanks to Anthony Corrigan for delivering and installing the replacement Croagh Patrick sign for the summit of the Reek. Read More Catriona C 11 January 2025 5:26 pm A great hike through wintery conditions to the summit. It was lovely to have the oratory open and candles lit blessing all corners of the world. Two ravens circling overhead chortling at restored pilgrims sliding down the reek on their bottoms in the snow. Read More thelife.of_reilly 3 January 2025 12:00 am What a way to start the new year at Croagh Patrick ☘️ ...finally got a hike in with @kathy.mcpartland_wall after a year of talking it up ...mostly because she will go in any weather and I won't 😄 Happy new year to all 🎊🙌🙏 https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1BLpDpBoSN/ Read More WK 1 January 2025 6:17 pm New Year Reflection on Climbing the Reek: On this new year day the mountain stood as a symbol of hope, a beacon guiding us toward a year filled with possibility. The views from the peak are a reminder of life’s vastness and the opportunities that lie beyond the horizon, waiting for us to take that leap of chance. Good health became more than a wish; it felt like a responsibility—to care for ourselves, for one another, and for the Earth that holds us all. And as the wind carried prayers whispered by generations before, it felt like a collective yearning for peace on Earth, a dream we still hold dear, no matter how distant it may sometimes seem. May the year ahead be as grounding and uplifting as the Reek itself. Read More Fr John Kenny 1 January 2025 12:30 pm On Wednesday January 1st 2025. I visted the Statue of St Patrick at the foot of Croagh Patrick to offer a prayer for all the pilgrim’s and visitors to Ireland's Holy Mountain, The Reek #PilgrimsofHope A Pilgrim"s Prayer As Pilgrims of Hope in the Jubilee Year 2025, mayo we walk with Faith, Hope and Love. Illuminate our path, inspire our hearts and strengthen our resolve to spread Your compassion and kindness. Help us to take each step as we journey towards a brighter tomorrow. Christ be with us. Amen Read More Outdoor Education Courses - ATU 12 September 2024 2:00 pm Year 1 Outdoor Education induction day on Croagh Patrick..Wishing them all a rewarding, challenging and enjoyable 4 years in ATU. Read More Marian Hunt 24 March 2024 12:00 am Climbed the reek with Conor today. Drizzly on the way up freezing at the top ( but that's well known) dry on the way down. They've put so much hard work into making it easier to climb the reek. They've made steps in the rocks. Still a challenge to people. Up & down in 1 piece Oh ye met Ricki Wynne on the way down, well we were going up and he was speeding past (Mr Speedy) on the way down. from the pulic Facebook post Read More The Connaught Telegraph 30 July 2023 7:30 pm Patrick Doocey from Geesala, aged 8, has completed his first climb of Croagh Patrick. He was up and at it early, reaching the summit at 7.15 a.m. Well done, Patrick. from the pulic Facebook post Read More Michelle Mulherin 23 September 2021 12:00 am Proof we made it #together Croagh Patrick almost heaven at Croagh Patrick .— with Joseph Convey and6 others https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10220946894527488&set=a.1815621955703 Read More Sinéad Keogh & commpany 28 July 2018 12:00 am Monday Morning Mountain Marriage with Sinéad and Kirean teamed up with Awake and Dreaming Photography on Croagh Patrick . https://www.facebook.com/frjohnkenny/posts/pfbid02xio4Xts561G1fA2ovWah4FDUD3etwbDSg935ZZrkLrKYopRESAV3S5ggLZPBiz7vl?rdid=Z6CH2QCxOGzbHpen# Read More Chuck Lamphier - Climbing Croagh Patrick 15 October 2014 8:59 am This weekend, Sarah and I joined 30 Notre Dame students who are studying abroad all over Europe in a weekend pilgrimage which including the climbing of Croagh Patrick, Ireland’s Holy Mountain. It is said to be the mountain which St. Patrick himself climbed up, and pilgrims have been hiking up its hillside ever since. Those who are feeling especially penitential will climb the mountain barefoot, and apparently we had a contrite batch of students, as at least a third of the group climbed up the hill sans footwear. In all seriousness, it was beautiful to watch them experience the physical and spiritual journey of the mountain. We made frequent stops for short reflections and prayers, and each time we paused, we were reminded of how blessed we are to live on this beautiful Earth. More: https://www.houseofbrigid.org/2909/climbing-croagh-patrick# Read More