Westport Parish

CHRISTMAS MASS TIMES:   Christmas Eve 6.30p.m. & 9.00p.m. Westport Christmas Eve 5.00p.m.   Fahy Christmas Eve 8. 00p.m.  Lecanvey Christmas Eve 8.00p.m.   Drummin Christmas Day 9.30a.m.   Kilmeena Christmas Day 11.00a.m. Westport  Christmas Eve 7.00p.m.    Cushlough Christmas Eve 9.30p.m.    Aughagower Christmas Day 10.00a.m. Cushlough & Aughagower 11.30am. Christmas Eve  7.00p.m.   Tiernaur & Newport 9.00p.m.   Christmas Day 8.30a.m.    Shramore Newport 10.00a.m. Mulranny. 11.30a.m. Chirstmas Eve 7.00p.m.    Glenisland 9.00p.m. Islandeady Christmas Day 10.00a.m. Glenisland 11.00a.m. Islandeady Christmas Eve  6.00p.m    Kileen & 7.30pm Louisburgh Christmas Day 10.00am    Killeen & 11.30a.m. Louisburgh

Feast of the Holy Family MISSALS & NEW ROTA FOR MINISTERS OF THE WORD & EUCHARIST: Are available at the Sacristy for collection.   There will be No Holy Hour on Tuesday 30 th  December.   CHRISTMAS PRIESTS COLLECTION: Thanks to all who gave so generously to the Priest’s Christmas collection.   A gentle reminder to those who may have overlooked   giving a contribution. Your continued support to pay Fr John’s Monthly salary of €2,100 is very much appreciated and thank you. WESTPORT ECO CONGREGATION: Encourages us to consider food waste at this time. On a weekly basis, we waste approximately one third of the food that comes into our homes. At Christmas, food waste can be as high as 50% of the foods we purchase. Not only does this have a financial cost but also a significant environmental cost too. The resources used to produce our food cannot be recouped if it goes to waste and this food waste also contributes to greenhouse gas emissions.  Consider planning portions and remember the shops will be open again!!   DON’T WANT THEM? DON’T NEED THEM? RE-GIFT THEM! Re gifting weekend at St. Mary’s Church Westport on Jan 10 th /11 th Please leave items in the box at the back of the Church.   FÁILTE CUPPA NOTICE : After 11.00a.m. on Sunday 28 th in Carrowbeg House.   ADORATION CHAPEL: New Year’s Eve closing at 6.00p.m.     PARISH OFFICE: The Parish office will open on Friday 2 nd  Jan. 2026. For emergencies, please phone 098-28871   THE WORK OF CHRISTMAS: When the song of the angels is stilled, When the star in the sky is gone, When the kings and princes are home, When the shepherds are back with their flock, The work of Christmas begins: To find the lost, To heal the broken, To feed the hungry, To release the prisoner To rebuild the nations, To bring peace among us, To make music in the heart .   CHRISTMAS GREETINGS: Dear Parishioners, as we celebrate the birth of Christ, may His presence fill our hearts and homes with hope, peace, joy and love. I am deeply grateful for your presence in our parish family and I pray that this Holy Season brings us every blessing. I especially pray for all those who are ill, worried, anxious, lonely or bereaved. We remember our family relations and friends who are in different parts of the world. And we pray for the safety and wellbeing of all who are traveling. Nollaig Shona agus Athbliain faoi mhaise daoibh go léir.     BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320   ST. MARY’S YOUTH HUB: St Mary's Youth Hub - Fun, food and a sprinkling of faith! Do you have a teenager at home, whom you would like to be nurtured gently in the faith, in a warm, welcoming environment? Why not nudge them along to "Come and See" in our cozy, hang out space, upstairs in the Loft at the Parish centre, every Friday from 4 to 6 pm. Please ring 087 6949924  if you'd like to know more.    A CHRISTMAS PRAYER: May the God of infinite goodness banish the darkness of sin from our hearts and make them radiant with the light of goodness. May God fill us with the joy of the shepherds and make us heralds of the gospel. May the God who joins heaven and earth fill us with peace and goodwill and unite us in fellowship with the Church in heaven. We make this our prayer through Christ Our Lord. Amen.   CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR PRAYER & BLESSING: May this Christmas Jubilee 2025 and New Year 2026 bring us joy, peace and many blessings. May all our days be filled with faith, hope and love. May we have a happy time with family and friends. May we keep in touch with all those in other parts of the world. And may we honour and treasure the memory of the faithful departed. May God bless and keep us safe, healthy and happy, through Christ Our Lord. Amen.   CRIB: Offerings at the Crib are in aid of UNICEF Children’s Emergency Fund. “Please help save a child this Christmas   Thanks to all who volunteer and help out in the Pastoral Life of our Parish. Your continued support is much appreciated. Keep up the good work. PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS: Seamus Carey, London, brother of Mary Carr, Knockranny. Vincent Moran, Springfield Drive. Liam Quinn, Clonamonad Close. Carmel Kelly, Sew Warf Apps. & Pinewoods Michael Ryder, Cherry Tree Avenue Fr. Ben Corrigan, Kings Hill & Ballycroy Paddy Keane, Kilmeena Rest in Peace.

Christmas Eve: 6.30p.m. & 9.00p.m. Westport Christmas Eve: 5.00p.m. Fahy Christmas Eve: 8. 00p.m. Lecanvey Christmas Eve: 8.00p.m. Drummin Christmas Day: 9.30a.m. Kilmeena Christmas Day: 11.00a.m. Westport Christmas Eve: 7.00p.m. Cushlough Christmas Eve: 9.30p.m. Aughagower Christmas Day: 10.00a.m. Cushlough & 11.30a.m. Aughagower Christmas Eve 7.00p.m. Tiernaur & Newport 9.00pm Christmas Day 8.30a.m. Shramore Newport 10.00a.m Mulranny. 11.30a.m . Newport 10.00a.m. Christmas Eve: 7.00p.m. Glenisland 9.00p.m. Islandeady Christmas Day: 10.00a.m. Glenisland 11.00a.m. Islandeady Christmas Eve: 6.00p.m Kileen Christmas Eve: 7.30pm Louisburgh Christmas Day: 10.00am Killeen Christmas Day: 11.30a.m. Louisburgh

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: 10.00a.m. Saturday 3rd January 2026 Triona Kelly, Sheeaune Patsy & Mary Lavelle, Castlebar Rd. Harry & Josie Hughes, John's Row & Jnr Ray King, Castlebar St. Drummin: 8.00p.m. Saturday 3rd January 2026 No Intentions Lecanvey: 8.00p.m. Saturday 3rd January 2026 Michael Cummins Babs Gavin & son Michael Joe DM of Groden family Westport: 6.30p.m. Saturday 3rd January 2026 Months Mind: Carmel Conway, Croy Westport: 10.00a.m. Friday 2nd January 2026 1. Months Mind: Kathleen Lyons, Sandyhill 2. DM of Powers Families Westport: 10.00a.m. Thursday 1st January 2025 World Day of Peace 1. Winnie & John Cameron, St. Mary’s Crescent & DM of Lehane & Cameron families. 2. DM of the O Grady family & Lynn families Westport: 10.00a.m. Wednesday 31st December 2025 1. Catherine Conway, Clareview 2. Mary Mc Nally, Lower Quay & DFM. 3. Vinny & Bridie McMenamin, Belclare, their son Michael 4. Frank Reynolds, Lodge Rd. & DFM 5. Pauline O Kelly, Ballinrobe Rd & Roscahill, Kilmeena 6. Annie, Patrick, Chris & P.J. Heneghan & DFM Westport: 10.00a.m. Tuesday 30th December 2025 1. John & Nano Moore, Croy 2. Paddy Gallagher, Belclare 3. Ann Hope, Newport Rd, DFM of Hope families Mullingar Jack & Nan Kenny, Newport Rd. DFM Kenny Families 4. Mark Kavanagh 5. Michael Thomas & Catherine Gallagher, Annie & Kevin Kelly. 6. Sal & Paid Kilcoyne, Castlebar Rd. Westport: 10.00a.m. Monday 29th December 2025 1. Michael & Margaret Gannon, Kilmeena son Owen & daughter Ann 2. Dan & Margaret Bourke, sons Jimmy, Tommy & daughter Agnes Timothy 3. David Joseph Williams 4. John James & Frances Flynn, Fr. Angelus Park DFM 5. Jack & Patricia Gannon & their daughter Celine Grady DM of McGreevy & Gannon families 6. Celsus Gannon DFM Westport: 11.00a.m. Sunday 28th December 2025 Months Mind : Carmel McNally, Pinewoods Westport: 10.00a.m. Saturday 27th December 2025 1.Ronan O.Connor, Loughloon 2.Peter & Nora Murphy, Fr. Angelus Park. 3.Bina Fanning & DFM. Pearse Terrace 4.Margaret & John Horkan, & DFM. 5.Carmel Scahill, Celtic Court Lecanvey: 8.00p.m. Saturday 27th December 2025 1.1st Anniversary: Padraic Geraghty, Kilsallagh 2. Paddy Scott & Remembering his wife Nuala, Thornhill 3. Paddy Joe & Eileen Leonard, son Paul & sister in law Josephine Drummin: 8.00p.m. Saturday 27th December 2025 No Intentions Westport: 6.30p.m. Saturday 27th December 2025 1st Anniversary: John Gavin (Tiler), Loughloon DM of Gavin & Mc Greal families Westport: 10.00a.m. Friday 26th December 2025 1.Paddy & Josie Geraghty, Tonranny, Julie & Joe Walsh & Martin & Grace Geraghty, Louisburgh 2.P.J. Kelly 3.Michael Lavelle, Slogger. 4.David Henning. 5.James Noonan 6.Patricia & Desmond Langan, DM of Fox & Langan families. Westport 11.00a.m. Christmas Day 25th December 2025 No Intentions Lecanvey: 8.00p.m. Christmas Eve Saturday 24th December 2025 1. John O Malley 2. Pakie Hynes 3. Eddie Baynes & DFM 4. Brian & Margaret O Reilly, John's Row & George Fair Drummin: 8.00p.m. Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December 2025 No Intentions Westport: 10.00a.m. Wednesday 24th December 2025 Eneas & Eileen Mc Nally, daughter Margaret Hopkins & baby Jude, Pat Mulchrone & baby Ruby Noel Leneghan. Martin, Ida & Ryan Mc Greal & DM of O'Connell & Gaughan families. Westport: 10.00a.m. Tuesday 23rd December 2025 1. Rita O’Malley, Johns Row. 2. Seamus Crawford & DFM. Sheeaune 3. Louis Fitzpatrick. 4. May & Danny Fitzpatrick & son Christy 5. Patrick Kearns Westport: 10.00a.m. Monday 22nd December 2025 1. Millie O’Toole, Quay 2. Michael & Margaret Behan, & Paul Behan 3. John, Tess, Sean & Vincent O’Loughlin & DFM. 4. John O’Donnell, South Mall 5.Michael John & Mary Mc Nally & Patrick Navin. Westport: 11.00a.m. Sunday 21st December 2025 1st Anniversary: Philip Mc Govern Westport: 5.00p.m. Sunday 21st December 2025 Christmas Carols Westport: 6.30p.m. Saturday 20th December 2025 1stAnniversary: Pauline Berry, Johns Row Drummin: 8.00p.m. Saturday 20th December 2025 1st Anniversary: Thady (Ted) Gavin. Westport: 10.00a.m. Saturday 20th December 2025 1. Noreen Carter, Ballinrobe Road. 2 .Joe Holland & DM of Mc Neela & Holland families. 3. William, Ann & Michael Foy. 4. Bill Gavin, Fr. Angelus Park & Nancy Kirby, St. Mary's Villas. 5. Daniel Kennedy, Carrabawn. Lecanvey: 8.00p.m. Saturday 20th December 2025 1. Scanlon family, Kinnock. 2. Mary & John Ketterick, sons John Joe & Thady. 3. Roland Bracken, Marlow & late of Westport. 4. Jim & Maura McGreal. 5. Pakie & Bridie Gavin, Freida & Aidan Byrne & DM of Gavin families. 6. John & Ellie Donnelly 7. Martin John O'Malley & DFM. Upper Kilsallagh Westport: 10.00a.m. Friday 19th December 2025 1.Sheila O’Haire. 2.Tommy Conway Croy, Parents Mary Ellen & Dan 3.Annette McDermott, Pinewoods. 4.Shane Burke, Knockranny & Harry Doyle, Pearse Terrace. Westport: 10.00a.m Thursday 18th December 2025 1.Johnnie & Mary B. Gavin, Tubberhill & DM of Grimes & Gavin families. 2.Johnnie Geraghty, Carrabawn. Westport: 10.00a.m. Wednesday 17th December 2025 1. Joe Mc Cormack 2. Ned, Nellie O Hora son Richard, grandsons, Seamus, Patrick & Colin DM of O Hora & Breslin Families Westport: 10.00a.m. Tuesday 16th December 2025 1.Gerard Mc Caffrey, D.M. of Butler, Fitzpatrick & Mc Caffrey families. 2.Ronnie Halpin, daughter Ronnie & DFM. son Michael & grandson Pat. 3.Michael & Annie Regan. 4.Sinead Lambert-Barosso 5.Holy Souls.

Our Community Filter by function Select Tags Brackloon National School 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 St Mary's Church Church St Mary's Church - Beautiful church. Well maintained by the parish. Great place of prayer and worship. Read More The Hospice Shop 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 Adrian McGing Funeral Director Read More Seamus Gannon Funeral Director Gannon’s Undertakers Lecanvey, Murrisk Westport Mayo F28 X4V8 Ireland Read More Lecanvey National School Lecanvey National School Read More St. Patrick's N.S. Clare Island 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 St Columba’s Church, Inishturk Church St Columba’s Church, Inishturk Island Read More Church of the Sacred Heart 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 Westport Meals On Wheels Eco-Congregation Nutritious food lovingly prepared & delivered to local people by local people. Read More Seamus Moran Funeral Director Read More Gaelscoil Na Cruaiche 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 Murrisk National School Murrisk National School Read More Rice College Westport Rice College Westport Read More St. Brendan's Church • KILMEENA Church KILMEENA St. Brendan's Church Read More Drummin National School 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 Westport Family and Community Resource Centre's clothing bins 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 (Tom) Navin's Funeral Home Funeral Director Read More Holy Trinity National School Holy Trinity National School Read More Fr John Kenny Parish Administrator Read More

Pilgrim's Notes • add + David, Hope, and Mary 23 November 2025 2:30 p.m. 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 a.m. 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 p.m. 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 a.m. 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 p.m. 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 a.m. 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 a.m. 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 p.m. Tough climb I'm not built for it Great view Read More CM 14 August 2025 11:47 a.m. 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 p.m. 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 a.m. We feel elated! Read More Tanya and Thomas McNulty 9 August 2025 1:38 p.m. In memory of Brian Hanley and Spencer Sherwin Read More Mary & Pete Barber 6 August 2025 4:58 p.m. With love & respect for our beloved Auntie Peggy, in our thoughts & prayers xxxx Read More Mark, Rachael Harrison & Family 25 July 2025 11:15 a.m. 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 p.m. 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 0:28 p.m. 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 a.m. 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 a.m. 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 p.m. 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 p.m. Blessing to manage get here and see the beauty of Ireland on a sunny day Read More Kevin Dolan 2 May 2025 2:15 p.m. 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 p.m. 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 p.m. 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 p.m. 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 0:00 a.m. 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 a.m. Grateful to make the climb for my friend, Martha! Read More John and Xuan 15 March 2025 1:00 p.m. A great experience. We were blessed with beautiful weather. Spectacular view. We climbed it during the Lenten season. Read More MP 9 March 2025 0:00 a.m. 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 0:00 a.m. 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 p.m. 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 0:00 a.m. 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 p.m. 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 0:30 p.m. 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 p.m. 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 0:00 a.m. 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 p.m. 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 0:00 a.m. 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 0:00 a.m. 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 a.m. 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