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< Back Gaelscoil Na Cruaiche Gaelscoil Na Cruaiche Stair Ghaelscoil na Cruaiche D’oscail Gaelscoil na Cruaiche, bunscoil Chaitliceach, don gcéad uair i Meán Fómhair 1995 agus seachtar dalta a bhí ar an rolla ar an gcéad lá. Fuair an scoil aitheantas sealadach ón Roinn Oideachas i 1996 agus chuaigh sí faoi Phátrúnacht an Fhorais. Mairéad Ní Ruáin a bhí roghnaithe ag an mBord don bpost mar Phríomhoide na Scoile agus cuireadh tús leis an scoil go hoifigiúil ar an 1ú Meán Fómhair 1996. Fuair an scoil aitheantas buan i 2000 agus tá fás agus forbairt do-chreidte tagtha ar an scoil ó shin. Faoi láthair, tá trí mhúinteoir déag ar an bhfoireann, ochtar múinteoir ranga, beirt mhúinteoir tacaíocht foghlama, beirt mhúinteoir ar an bpainéal soláthair agus príomhoide riaracháin san áireamh. Tá cuntóir riachtanaisí speisialta amháin ag obair sa scoil. Tá 198 daltaí ag freastal ar an scoil anois, ó Naíonáin Shóisearacha go dtí Rang a Sé. History of Gaelscoil na Cruaiche Gaelscoil na Cruaiche, an all-Irish Catholic Primary School was first opened in September 1995 with seven pupils on its roll on the very first day. The school received temporary recognition from the Department of Education and Science in 1996 and the Foras Pátrúnachta na Scoile Lán Ghaeilge Teo was requested to become Patron of this new developing school. Mairéad Ní Ruáin was selected by the Board of Management to become Principal and the school was officially opened on the 1st September 1996, under the direction of the Department of Education and Science. Gaelscoil na Cruaiche received permanent recognition in 2000 and the school has grown and developed beyond belief from then forward. At present, there are thirteen teachers on staff, which consists of eight class teachers, two learning support teachers, two supply panel teachers and an administrative principal. One Special Needs Assistant works in the school. The school received planning permission to construct a permanent school building in 2007, and we moved into this new building in June 2011. At present, there are 198 pupils attending the school, from Junior Infants to Sixth Class, and there are 22 pupils attending the Naíonra (the pre-school year) which is facilitated within the school building. School • Primary [email protected] 098 28121 https://www.gaelscoilnacruaiche.com Gaelscoil na Cruaiche, Fairways, Westport Demesne, County Mayo, Ireland 31 March 2025 at 16:29:45

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link < Back Prayer at Stations of the Cross We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you, because by your holy Cross, you have redeemed the world. Previous Next

Community & Spiritual Connection 1/8 Pilgrims of hope The Catholic Church will celebrate the Jubilee Year 2025 under the theme “Pilgrims of Hope” , a special time of grace, renewal, and spiritual growth. Beginning on Christmas Eve 2024 with the opening of the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica, the Jubilee invites all faithful to embark on a journey of faith, reconciliation, and hope. Throughout the year, we are encouraged to deepen our relationship with Christ through prayer, sacraments, acts of charity, and pilgrimage. Let us embrace this opportunity to strengthen our faith and become true “pilgrims of hope” in our community and the world. 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 week Beginning 14th September 2025 MASS STIPENED/OFFERFINGS: For a long time now €10.00 has been the suggested donation for a Mass Offering. Going forward from October... 4 min read Newsletter week beginning 7th September 2025 MASS STIPENED/OFFERFINGS: For a long time now €10.00 has been the suggested donation for a Mass Offering. Going forward from October... Newsletter 3 min read Blessing of Animals 2025 0 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

< Back Westport Family and Community Resource Centre's clothing bins Eco-Congregation Do you have clothes sitting in your closet that you no longer wear? Are you looking for a way to give back to your community while decluttering your wardrobe? Look no further! 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. Not only will you be clearing out space in your closet, but you'll also be supporting valuable community projects. Here are five compelling reasons why you should consider donating to these clothing bins: When you donate your clothing to Westport Family and Community Resource Centre's bins, you are directly contributing to supporting local initiatives that benefit the community. Your donations help fund projects and programs that have a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families in need. By simply dropping off your unwanted clothes, you are making a difference right in your own backyard. By donating your clothing, you are participating in sustainable and eco-friendly practices. Instead of throwing away clothes that end up in landfills, your donations are given a second life. By extending the lifespan of clothing through donations, you are helping reduce textile waste and its environmental impact. Your small act of donation can make a big difference in promoting sustainability. Donating your clothing to Westport Family and Community Resource Centre's bins promotes the concept of reuse and recycling. Your clothes can be sorted, repaired if needed, and redistributed to those who can benefit from them. This cycle of reuse not only helps individuals in need but also minimizes the demand for new clothing production, ultimately reducing the strain on valuable resources. Donating your clothes is a fantastic way to declutter your wardrobe and make space for items that you truly love and wear. By donating clothes that no longer serve you, you are creating a more organized and intentional closet. The act of decluttering can bring a sense of satisfaction and lightness, knowing that your clothing will find new purpose and bring joy to others. Donating to Westport Family and Community Resource Centre's clothing bins is an easy and convenient way to give back to your community. With the bins located near The Towers Bar and Restaurant Westport, you can drop off your donations at your convenience without any hassle. Your simple act of generosity can have a significant impact on the lives of those in need. Eco-Congregation [email protected] 098-24419 https://westportfrc.ie/ Cloonmonad, County Mayo, F28 R224, Ireland https://w3w.co/buffered.hover.governess 2 April 2025 at 10:09:31

< Back St. Columbas National School St. Columbas National School - Inishturk St. Columba’s National School is a co-educational primary school situated on Inishturk Island, County Mayo, Ireland. As of June 2021, the school employed two teachers and had an enrollment of five students. The school’s contact email is [email protected] , and the principal is Anne McLoughlin. The school is classified under DEIS Rural and operates under Catholic patronage. School • Primary 087 7792 096 https://x.com/inishturkns St. Columba School, Bellavaum, County Mayo, Ireland 2 April 2025 at 10:25:42

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< Back St Mary's Church Church Church https://www.westportparish.ie/ St Mary's Church, South Mall, Cahernamart, Westport, County Mayo, Ireland 4 November 2024 at 11:59:02

Archbishop Francis Duffy Archbishop Francis Duffy was born on 21 April 1958 in the parish of Templeport, Co Cavan to parents Mary Catherine Dolan and Frank Duffy. He attended primary school at Munlough National School, Bawnboy, and completed his post-primary education at Saint Patrick’s College, Cavan. Archbishop Francis studied for the priesthood at Saint Patrick’s College, Maynooth and was ordained a priest for the diocese of Kilmore on 20 June 1982 in Saint Mogue’s Church, Bawnboy, Co Cavan by Bishop Francis MacKiernan. After completing the Higher Diploma in Education, he taught in St. Patrick’s College, Cavan, for eleven years. Then, after two years of postgraduate studies, he was appointed principal of Fatima and Felim’s Secondary School, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim in 1996. After twelve years as principal, Archbishop Francis was appointed Diocesan Secretary and Financial Administrator and Chancellor of the Diocese of Kilmore. During that time he was resident priest in the parish of Laragh, Co Cavan. On 17 July 2013 he was appointed by Pope Francis as Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnois with his episcopal ordination taking place on 6 October 2013 at Saint Mary’s Church, Athlone. He served as Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnois for eight years until his appointment as Archbishop of Tuam on 10 November 2021. Archbishop Francis was installed as Archbishop of Tuam in the Cathedral of the Assumption on Sunday, 9 January 2022. Episcopal ministry Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise Duffy was appointed Bishop-elect of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise by Pope Francis on 17 July 2013. He was consecrated by the Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland, Seán Brady, on 6 October in St Mary's Pro-Cathedral, Athlone. Archbishop of Tuam Duffy was appointed Archbishop-elect of Tuam by Pope Francis on 10 November 2021. He was installed on 9 January 2022 in the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Tuam.[17][18] In 2023 Archbishop Duffy was invested as a Knight Grand Officer in the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. Apostolic Administrator of Killala In response to a wider reorganisation of diocesan church leadership in the ecclesiastical province of Tuam, and following the retirement of John Fleming as Bishop of Killala, Duffy was appointed apostolic administrator sede vacante of Killala on 10 April 2024. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Francis_Duffy_(bishop) Contact Archbishop Francis Duffy The Archbishop’s House Tuam, Co. Galway. Tel: 093-24166 Email: [email protected]

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< Back St. Brendan's Church • KILMEENA Church Church Moyna, County Mayo, F28 X634, Ireland 4 November 2024 at 11:59:02

Community & Spiritual Connection Newsletter week Beginning 14th September 2025 MASS STIPENED/OFFERFINGS: For a long time now €10.00 has been the suggested donation for a Mass Offering. Going forward from October... Newsletter week beginning 7th September 2025 MASS STIPENED/OFFERFINGS: For a long time now €10.00 has been the suggested donation for a Mass Offering. Going forward from October... Blessing of Animals 2025 Adult Faith and Human Formation Classes Date and time is TBD Westport Learn more Święcenie Pokarmów Wielkanocnych Sat, 19 Apr St Mary's Church Details Celebrating World Autism Month with a community walk Sun, 06 Apr Westport Learn more Multiple Dates Over 60s Climate Work Out Programme Tue, 04 Feb Westport Details Mass Times & Confessions WESTPORT St. Mary's Church Weekend Masses Saturday, 6.30 p.m. (First Mass of Sunday) [vigil] Sunday, 11:00am 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