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 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 PIONEER and FRIENDS PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 5TH August 2026. Hotel Agena 5 nights Full Board 925.00 PER PERSON. (INSURANCE Extra). Departs Shannon Airport on 5th August -Bus from Knock Airport. Spiritual Director Fr Joe Delaney. please contact Fr Joe Delaney 087 6660408 or Michael Rattigan 087 2929372 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 MONTHLY CALLS Fr John will make his usual visits during the week please God. 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. 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 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. MÍLE BUÍOCHAS!! We give thanks for a blessed Garland Friday, Reek Saturday and Reek Sunday. We give thanks first and foremost to God for the pilgrims on to the mountain. We give thanks to all who participated in the pilgrimage and all those who made it possible again this year and specially dedicated to prayer for Road Safety and World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. A special thanks to all the Stewards who assisted on the Summit, Croagh Patrick Path Team, Mayo Mountain Rescue and all the Mountain Rescue Teams. Order of Malta, Coastguard, An Gárda Síochána Community Doctor and Air Corps, Murrisk Development Association and all the MDA Volunteers. Local land owners and all in the local community Murrisk, Tiernacroagha and Lecanvey. Mayo County Council and the Civil Defence. Thanks also to our sacristans and secretaries at St Mary’s and St Patrick’s Churches in Westport and Lecanvey, Archbishop Francis Duffy, and all the Priests who assisted on the mountain throughout the weekend. As well as the Catholic Communications Office and members of the Media. Go mbeirimid go leir be oar an am seo aris. Comhghairdeas! Maigh Eo Abú Up Mayo! Congratulations to the Mayo team and management on winning the All-Ireland! After years of heartache their hard work, determination and teamwork have truly paid off. The dedication shown throughout the campaign has been exceptional and their achievement is richly deserved. Thanks for bringing The Sam Maguire Cup back home to Mayo after a long absence! GRMA WESTPORT CREDIT UNION: Come celebrate the official opening of our newly refurbished Westport office! Friday, 7 August from 11am – 1pm Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to celebrating with you on the day! Everyone Welcome. SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL: Should anyone need assistance of SVP. Contact SVP Westport on 087-9334960

CROAGH PATRICK PILGRIMAGE AND WORLD DAY FOR GRANDPARENTS AND THE ELDERLY: July ,25th, 26th Reek Saturday July 25th 6.30pm Vigil Mass at St. Mary’s Church Westport with Archbishop Francis Duffy. (And Sunday Mass 11.am.) Reek Sunday 26th Masses hourly on the Summit from 8.00am – 2.00pm. Confessions 7.30a.m. – 2.00pm. This year we encourage all pilgrims to offer a special prayer Intention for road safety. 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. 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. 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. COFFEE MORNING: Coffee morning in Carrowbeg House after the 11.00am Mass today Reek Sunday. WESTPORT ECO CONGREGATION: As Plastic free July comes to a close - what changes can we sustain into the future?Can we bring our keep cup when ordering a take away tea or coffee? Will we use fill water bottle? Where possible can we refuse plastic wrapping and where possible use refill containers when shopping. Small steps by everyone can make a difference. Be part of the solution. ARCHBISHOP FRANCIS DUFFY: We welcome our Archbishop on this Reek Sunday weekend for Mass Sat. July 25th at 6.30pm and Sunday July 26th at 11.00a.m. WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Tours of Westport each Wednesday at 11.00a.m. July-September, starting point The Clock, High Street. FREE! All welcome PIONEER and FRIENDS PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 5TH August 2026. Hotel Agena 5 nights Full Board 925.00 PER PERSON. (INSURANCE Extra). Departs Shannon Airport on 5th August -Bus from Knock Airport. Spiritual Director Fr Joe Delaney. please contact Fr Joe Delaney 087 6660408 or Michael Rattigan 087 2929372 NATIONAL GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE: Sunday 26th July 2026 Knock Shrine celebrating World Day for Grandparents and The Elderly. Chief Celebrant Archbishop Eamon Martin, Primate of all Ireland. Anointing of the Sick in the Basilica – 2.30pm. Holy Sacrifice of the Mass – 3.00pm. Rosary Procession after Mass. POPE BENEDICT XVI’s PRAYER FOR GRANDPARENTS: Written at the request of the CGA in 2008. Lord Jesus, you were born of the Virgin Mary,the daughter of Saints Joachim and Anne.Look with love on grandparents the world over.Protect them! They are a source of enrichmentfor families, for the Church and for all of society.Support them! As they grow older,may they continue to be for their familiesstrong pillars of Gospel faith,guardians of noble domestic ideals,living treasuries of sound religious traditions.Make them teachers of wisdom and courage,that they may pass on to future generations the fruitsof their mature human and spiritual experience. Lord Jesus, help families and societyto value the presence and role of grandparents.May they never be ignored or excluded,but always encounter respect and love.Help them to live serenely and to feel welcomedin all the years of life which you give them.Mary, Mother of all the living,keep grandparents constantly in your care,accompany them on their earthly pilgrimage,and by your prayers, grant that all familiesmay one day be reunited in our heavenly homeland,where you await all humanityfor the great embrace of life without end. Amen! THE WEEK OF IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY 2026 Sunday, July 26th to Saturday, August 1st in the Prayer Centre at Knock Shrine. The theme for this year's retreat is 'Jesus, if people only knew You'. Welcome session takes place on Sunday evening at 7pm, with a full daily programme from Monday to Saturday. See www.knockshrine.ie for full programme. For enquiries, contact John Farrelly at 086 0108623. SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL: Contact SVP Westport on 087-9334960

CROAGH PATRICK PILGRIMAGE AND WORLD DAY FOR GRANDPARENTS AND THE ELDERLY: July 24th,25th, 26th Garland Friday 24th Local Pilgrimage Mass on Summit 10.00am. with Fr Tod Nolan P.P. Mass at Croagh Patrick Carpark, Murrisk Community Café. 7.30pm. with Fr John Kenny Adm. Reek Saturday 25th Tochar Phádraig Pilgrimage begins 8.15am at Ballintubber Abbey,Online booking is essential and you cannot just turn up. See www.ballintubberabbey.ie 6.30pm Vigil Mass at St. Mary’s Church Westport with Archbishop Francis Duffy. (And Sunday Mass 11.am.) Reek Sunday 26th Masses hourly on the Summit from 8.00am – 2.00pm. Confessions 7.30a.m. – 2.00pm. This year we encourage all pilgrims to offer a special prayer Intention for road safety. CROAGH PATRICK EXHIBITION: Please take time to visit the display at the back of St. Mary’s Church, Westport. THE POPE’S INTENTIONS: Let us pray for the respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognising it as a gift from God REMINDER CHILDREN’S ROSARY: At St Mary's Church, Westport on Sunday 12th July 10:30 am, before 11 am Mass. CHARITY WALK ON CLARE ISLAND: The 2026 Kathleen Conneely Memorial Island Charity Walk on Clare Island is on Sat, July 20th in aid of The Irish Cancer Society and Pancreatic Cancer Ireland. Entry is by a donation of €50.This includes return ferry travel from Roonagh Pier, as well as optional complimentary bus transfer from Castlebar and Westport. To register, contact: Pat: 087 2931960, Joe on 087 2338570, Email: [email protected] www.idonate.ie/kciwalks 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. VENEZUELA: Thanks to everyone who gave so generously to the collection. Amount €2,120.00 HOLY TRINITY CHURCH FETE IN WESTPORT: Saturday 18th July from 12pm to 3pm in the Church Grounds. Admission Free. Fun for all the family. PRIESTS SUMMER COLLECTION: Thanks to all who contributed to the Priest Summer Collection last Sunday and a gentle reminder to those who may have overlooked giving a contribution. Your continued support is very much appreciated and thank you. 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. MONTHLY ALZHEIMER’S ACTIVITY CLUB: In Lough Lannagh Holiday Village Main Hall on a monthly basis on the First Thursday of the Month (2nd July) 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 ECO CONGREGATION: PLASTIC FREE JULY One very effective action we can take during plastic free July is to use a reuseable cup – keep cup when ordering a takeaway coffee or tea. Making better, healthier cup choices helps reduce the billions of disposable coffee cups that end up as landfill and litter. Many people find when they bring their own cup, it inspires family, friends and colleagues to bring their own cup too. Disposable coffee cups are not recyclable in most locations. Even well-intentioned ‘compostable’ coffee cups require very specific facilities and conditions and often end up in landfill. NATIONAL GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE: Sunday 26th July 2026 Knock Shrine celebrating World Day for Grandparents and The Elderly. 50 YEARS OF KNOCK BASILICA – We invite to you a special gathering to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Knock Basilica on Saturday, July 18th. Join us for a day of nostalgia, memories and thanksgiving. The day will begin at 11am and will include the screening of a new short film, interviews with Tommy Marren, Midwest Radio and ‘behind the scenes’ guided tours of the Basilica. A special Mass of Thanksgiving will take at 3pm. All are welcome. Full programme available on www.knockshrine.ie ROAD SAFETY PRAYER Arise with me in the morning, travel with me through the day. Welcome me on my arrival. God be with me all the way. Amen” Éirigh liom, a Dhia, Fan liom i rith an lae, Sa bhaile agus ar gach turas, Ná lig dom dul ar strae. Áiméan

St. Patrick CROAGH PATRICK PILGRIMAGE AND WORLD DAY FOR GRANDPARENTS AND THE ELDERLY: July 24th,25th, 26th Garland Friday 24th Local Pilgrimage Mass on Summit 10.00am. with Fr Tod Nolan P.P. Mass at Croagh Patrick Carpark, Murrisk Community Café. 7.30pm. with Fr John Kenny Adm. Reek Saturday 25th Tochar Phádraig Pilgrimage begins 8.15am at Ballintubber Abbey,Online booking is essential and you cannot just turn up. See www.ballintubberabbey.ie 6.30pm Vigil Mass at St. Mary’s Church Westport with Archbishop Francis Duffy. (And Sunday Mass 11.am.) Reek Sunday 26th Masses hourly on the Summit from 8.00am – 2.00pm. Confessions 7.30a.m. – 2.00pm. CROAGH PATRICK EXHIBITION: Please take time to visit the display at the back of St. Mary’s Church, Westport. MASS, TALKS AND EUCHARISTIC HEALING: An evening with Rev Fr Prince, SJ. in St Oliver Plunkett Church. Renmore, Galway. H91 PX95. on Friday July 10th from 4pm to 8pm.Confessions before Mass. All are welcome. Phone Dympna on 087 2302681 THE POPE’S INTENTIONS: Let us pray for the respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognising it as a gift from God REMINDER CHILDREN’S ROSARY: At St Mary's Church, Westport on Sunday 12th July 10:30 am, before 11 am Mass. Children and teens of all ages are welcome to come. For any questions, please Phone or text: 086 3895771. CHARITY WALK ON CLARE ISLAND: The 2026 Kathleen Conneely Memorial Island Charity Walk on Clare Island is on Sat, July 20th in aid of The Irish Cancer Society and Pancreatic Cancer Ireland. Entry is by a donation of €50.This includes return ferry travel from Roonagh Pier, as well as optional complimentary bus transfer from Castlebar and Westport. To register, contact: Pat: 087 2931960, Joe on 087 2338570, Email: [email protected] www.idonate.ie/kciwalks 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. “THE KEY UNLOCKING TREASURES OF THE FAITH”: Free copies available at the back of the Church 50 YEARS OF KNOCK BASILICA: Saturday 18th July, more details to follow. CEMETERY MASS: Sunday: 5th July at 3pm in the Old Cemetery, Aughavale, (Weather permitting) ST. MARY’S CHURCH WESTPORT: Many thanks to Michael McConnell and Cormac McNamee (Moran Electrical), and to Fintan Higgins (Sound Engineer) for installation of our new sound and Loop System in St Mary’s Church Westport. HOLY TRINITY CHURCH FETE IN WESTPORT: Saturday 18th July from 12pm to 3pm in the Church Grounds. Admission Free. Fun for all the family. 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. MONTHLY ALZHEIMER’S ACTIVITY CLUB: In Lough Lannagh Holiday Village Main Hall on a monthly basis on the First Thursday of the Month (2nd July) 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. ATU ST ANGELAS: Is inviting applications for the following programme beginning Autumn 2026 Part-Time Certificate in Religious Education for Primary School with Online Delivery Closing date for applications, Friday 14th August 2026 Email [email protected] 071-9179624 CHURCH TOUR OF ST MARY’S WESTPORT: Free Guided Tour of St. Mary’s by Barbara Rabbett on Wednesday afternoon at 2pm. No booking required. WESTPORT ECO CONGREGATION: We are now in plastic free July and the statistics are not good news for our planet It is estimated that 75 to 199 million tons of plastic are currently in our oceans and one million plastic bottles are purchased every minute worldwide, while up to five trillion plastic bags are used a year. We can all play our part and this July we can make a decision to refuse plastic packaging and single use plastic where possible. We can make a difference. NATIONAL GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE: Sunday 26th July 2026 Knock Shrine celebrating World Day for Grandparents and The Elderly. VENEZUELA EARTHQUAKE EMMERGENCY APPEAL: You can leave a donation at the special donation box at the back of St Mary’s Church Westport. Thank You. YOUTH 2000 SUMMER FESTIVAL August 13th – 16th: Newbridge College, Kildare. Ages 16 -35. For more details see the poster at the back of the church.

GARLAND FRIDAY JULY 24TH LOCAL PILGRIMAGE MASS ON SUMMIT AT 10.00AM 7.30PM MASS AT THE COMMUNITY CAFÉ, MURRISK. CROAGH PATRICK CAR PARK. REEK SATURDAY 25TH 8.15AM TOCHAR PHÁDRAIG PILGRIMAGE BEGINS AT BALLINTUBBER ABBEY, CONTACT 094-9030934 or www.ballintubberabbey.ie 6.30PM VIGIL MASS AT ST. MARY’S CHURCH WESTPORT WITH ARCHBISHOP FRANCIS DUFFY AND SUNDAY 26th 11AM. REEK SUNDAY JULY 26TH AND WORLD DAY FOR GRANDPARENTS AND THE ELDERLY: MASSES HOURLY ON THE SUMMIT 8.00AM – 2.00PM. CONFESSIONS 7.30AM – 2.00PM

MASS, TALKS AND EUCHARISTIC HEALING: An evening with Rev Fr Prince, SJ. in St Oliver Plunkett Church. Renmore, Galway. H91 PX95. on Friday July 10th from 4pm to 8pm.Confessions available before Mass. All are welcome. Any enquiries to Dympna on 087 2302681 CEMETRY MASS: Sunday 5th July at 3.00pm in the old cemetery, weather permitting. Please let your family know. THE POPE’S INTENTIONS: Let us pray that sports be an instrument of peace, encounter, and dialogue among cultures and nations, and that they promote values such as respect, solidarity, and personal growth. REMINDER CHILDREN’S ROSARY: At St Mary's Church, Westport on Sunday 14th July 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 Phone or text: 086 3895771. ST. PATRICK’S 3 DAY PILGRIMAGE TO LOUGH DERG: Bus departs from St. Mary’s Church Westport at 8.00am. on Friday 26th June. For booking contact Margaret at 087-7401391 CHARITY WALK ON CLARE ISLAND: The 2026 Kathleen Conneely Memorial Island Charity Walk on Clare Island will take place on Saturday, July 20th. The 2026 beneficiary charities are The Irish Cancer Society and Pancreatic Cancer Ireland, both of which provide vital services and supports to individuals and families affected by cancer. Entry is by a donation of €50, or by raising a minimum of €50 in sponsorship per person. This includes return ferry travel from Roonagh Pier, as well as optional complimentary bus transfer from Castlebar and Westport. For further information or to register, contact: Pat: 087 2931960, Joe on 087 2338570, Email: [email protected] or log onto www.idonate.ie/kciwalks for full information. MONTHLY SENSORY FRIENDLY MASS: Takes place at 12.30pm on Sun, June 28th in the Prayer Centre at Knock Shrine. Phone Nicola 094 93 88100. 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. THE KEY UNLOCKING THE TREASURES OF THE FAITH: Free copy available at the back of the Church CROAGH PATRICK EXHIBITION: Please take time to visit the display at the back of St. Mary’s Church, Westport. MINI VIGIL KNOCK: Friday 3rd July, bus leaving the Quay (Centra) at 7.00pm The Mall 7.15pm To book Phone Margaret 098-27109. WESTPORT MEALS ON WHEELS: Social lunches are reaching out to any entertainers who would be available to volunteer their time on Wednesday/Friday 1.pm – 2.30pm. at the Quay Community Centre, would appreciate any support you can give. Phone Sharon 089-9638896. Thank you. NATIONAL GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE: Sunday 26th July 2026 Knock Shrine celebrating World Day for Grandparents and The Elderly. HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE HOUSE BOUND: If you would like to take Holy Communion home to a family member, neighbour or friend you can avail of a Pyx by calling in at the Sacristy or the Parish Office at the Presbytery, Westport. If anyone has finished using a Pyx please return it to the Sacristy or the Parish office. Thank you. MONTHLY ALZHEIMER’S ACTIVITY CLUB: In Lough Lannagh Holiday Village Main Hall on a monthly basis on the First Thursday of the Month (2nd July) from 10.00 to 12.00 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. ATU ST ANGELAS: Is inviting applications for the following programme beginning Autumn 2026 Part-Time Certificate in Religious Education for Primary School with Online Delivery Closing date for applications, Friday 14th Aug. 2026 Email [email protected] 071-9179624 MONTHLY HOUSE CALLS: Fr. John will do his usual house visits during the week. CHURCH TOUR OF ST MARY’S WESTPORT: During the Summer Months you are welcome to a Free Guided Tour of St. Mary’s on Thurs. afternoons at 2pm. No booking required.

Sacred Heart of Jesus I place all my trust in you BAKE SALE & RAFFEL: In Carrowbeg House, on Sunday 21st after the 11am mass for our youth in St Mary's Parish. Funds raised will subsidise Camp Veritas fees in Clongowes College for our teen Campers attending later this month. MASS, TALKS AND EUCHARISTIC HEALING: An evening with Rev Fr Prince, SJ. in St Oliver Plunkett Church. Renmore, Galway. H91 PX95. on Friday July 10th from 4pm to 8pm.Confessions available before Mass. All are welcome. Any enquiries to Dympna on 087 2302681 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 THE POPE’S INTENTIONS: Let us pray that sports be an instrument of peace, encounter, and dialogue among cultures and nations, and that they promote values such as respect, solidarity, and personal growth. REMINDER CHILDREN’S ROSARY: At St Mary's Church, Westport on Sunday 14th July 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 Phone or text: 086 3895771. ST. PATRICK’S 3 DAY PILGRIMAGE TO LOUGH DERG: Bus departs from St. Mary’s Church Westport at 8.00am. on Friday 26th June. For booking contact Margaret at 087-7401391 DRUMMIN NATIONAL SCHOOL: Drummin N.S. has closed this week after 177 Years of Primary School Education. We appreciate all the generations of dedication to learning. We are grateful to the Teachers, Pupils, Parents, Staff and Boards of Management. We honour the memory of loyal service to our local Parish and Community. Though the doors close for the last time, the light of knowledge, the gifts and talents of present and past Pupils are a lasting legacy among us. We pray a blessing on the School Principal Ms Katie McGarrigle, the children, families, staff, Board of Management and friends of Drummin N.S. Go néiri libh Go léir le Cúnamh Dé. CHARITY WALK ON CLARE ISLAND: The 2026 Kathleen Conneely Memorial Island Charity Walk on Clare Island will take place on Saturday, July 20th. The 2026 beneficiary charities are The Irish Cancer Society and Pancreatic Cancer Ireland, both of which provide vital services and supports to individuals and families affected by cancer. Entry is by a donation of €50, or by raising a minimum of €50 in sponsorship per person. This includes return ferry travel from Roonagh Pier, as well as optional complimentary bus transfer from Castlebar and Westport. For further information or to register, contact: Pat: 087 2931960, Joe on 087 2338570, Email: [email protected] or log onto www.idonate.ie/kciwalks for full information. MONTHLY SENSORY FRIENDLY MASS: Takes place at 12.30pm on Sun, June 28th in the Prayer Centre at Knock Shrine. Ph Nicola 094 93 88100. SUNDAY JUNE 21st DAY FOR LIFE: Each year the bishops’ Conferences of Ireland, Scotland and England & Wales come together to mark a different theme to celebrate ‘Day for Life’, which this year falls on 21 June, Father’s Day. At their recent meeting, the bishops announced the theme for the joint 2026 Day for Life message as: “The Wonder of the Child in the Womb” – Reflecting on the humanity of the unborn and acknowledging, with compassion, the deep grief experienced by parents who lose a child before or shortly after birth. The bishops said, “Parenthood is a vocation of joys and hopes, of griefs and anxieties. For this year’s Day for Life, we wish to acknowledge the particular grief of mothers and fathers who have lost a child before birth or in infancy.” CORIM CATHAIR NA MART: Céad Mile Failte! Welcome to everyone taking part in this weekend’s traditional music festival. THE KEY UNLOCKING THE TREASURES OF THE FAITH: Free copy available at the back of the Church FATHER’S DAY PRAYER. Heavenly Father,you entrusted your Son Jesus,the child of Mary,to the care of Joseph, an earthly father.Bless all fathersas they care for their families.Give them strength and wisdom,tenderness and patience;support them in the work they have to do,protecting those who look to them,as we look to you for love and salvation,through Jesus Christ our rock and defender. Amen. CROAGH PATRICK EXHIBITION: Please take time to visit the display at the back of St. Mary’s Church, Westport. HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE HOUSE BOUND: If you would like to take Holy Communion home to a family member, neighbour or friend you can avail of a Pyx by calling in at the Sacristy or the Parish Office at the Presbytery, Westport. If anyone has finished using a Pyx please return it to the Sacristy or the Parish office. Thank you.

HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE HOUSE BOUND: If you would like to take Holy Communion home to a family member, neighbour or friend you can avail of a Pyx by calling in at the Sacristy or the Parish Office at the Presbytery, Westport. If anyone has finished using a Pyx please return it to the Sacristy or the Parish office. Thank you. BAKE SALE & RAFFEL: In Carrowbeg House, Sunday June 21st after 11am mass for our youth in St Mary's Parish. Funds raised will subsidise Camp Veritas fees in Clongowes College for our teen Campers attending later this month. CROAGH PATRICK EXHIBITION: Please take time to visit the display at the back of St. Mary’s Church, Westport CHILDREN’S ROSARY: Children's Rosary 10.30 before 11.00 am Mass on Sunday 14th June. All ages welcome. “HEALING VOICE” ‘Healing Voice’, an evening of sacred music with Schola Cantorum Basilicae, takes place in the Chapel of Reconciliation at Knock Shrine on Friday, June 19th 2026 from 8pm to 9pm. All are welcome. Admission is free. CASTLEBAR CONCERT BAND: Presents their annual concert " Sounds of Summer” Friday evening June 19th at 8pm in the Linenhall Theatre, Castlebar. This year the Band will be accompanied by the High Flyers Community Orchestra and some other guests all of which should make for a lovely evening of music" MASS, TALKS AND EUCHARISTIC HEALING: An evening with Rev Fr Prince, SJ. in St Oliver Plunkett Church. Renmore, Galway. H91 PX95. on Friday July 10th from 4pm to 8pm.Confessions available before Mass. All are welcome. Any enquiries to Dympna on 087 2302681 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 THE POPE’S INTENTIONS: Let us pray that sports be an instrument of peace, encounter, and dialogue among cultures and nations, and that they promote values such as respect, solidarity, and personal growth. CÉAD MILE FÁILTE TO AUGHAGOWER AND WESTPORT: The Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting Ireland as part of an official trip. Prime Minister Carney will meet with President Catherine Connolly at Westport House He will also attend Sunday Mass in Aughagower. This marks the first official visit to Mayo by a Canadian prime minister. His grandfather came from the townland of Ayle and his grandmother came from the townland of Mace. We wish him and his family a happy and safe visit to his Ancestral home. CHARITY WALK ON CLARE ISLAND: The 2026 Kathleen Conneely Memorial Island Charity Walk on Clare Island will take place on Saturday, July 20th. The 2026 beneficiary charities are The Irish Cancer Society and Pancreatic Cancer Ireland, both of which provide vital services and supports to individuals and families affected by cancer. Entry is by a donation of €50, or by raising a minimum of €50 in sponsorship per person. This includes return ferry travel from Roonagh Pier, as well as optional complimentary bus transfer from Castlebar and Westport. For further information or to register, contact: Pat: 087 2931960, Joe on 087 2338570, Email: [email protected] or log onto www.idonate.ie/kciwalks for full information. ST. PATRICK’S 3 DAY PILGRIMAGE TO LOUGH DERG: Bus departs from St. Mary’s Church Westport at 8.00am. on Friday 26th June. For booking contact Margaret at 087-7401391 NATIONAL PILGRIMAGE FOR LIFE: The National Pilgrimage for Life, will be celebrated on Saturday 20th June in Knock Shrine. Mass with Anointing of the sick at 3.00pm in the Basilica. This Pilgrimage is an opportunity to draw strength and inspiration from Mary, who is mother of Jesus and mother of the Church. Central to the pilgrimage will be the Eucharist which nourishes us through life as well as being a particular source of strength to the sick and the dying. We celebrate the gift of life and to pray for the protection of all human life. PRAYER FOR EXAMINATION TIME: God of wisdom: guide me as I choose questions and in the way I answer them. God of peace: keep me calm so that I will do the best that I can. God of understanding: help me put all of this into perspective. I ask these prayers in the name of Jesus, friend of students, Christ our Lord Amen. BANK DETAILS: Acc Name: Westport Parish BIC: IPBSIE2D IBAN: IE83IPBS99072933204684

The Carney Family Graves The Carney Family Graves The Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to visit Ireland as part of an official trip Following his stops in Dublin, Prime Minister Carney will fly to Ireland West Airport, Knock and meet with President Catherine Connolly at Westport House He will also attend Sunday Mass in Aughagower. This marks the first official visit to Mayo by a Canadian prime minister—a meaningful stop for Prime Minister Carney, whose grandfather came from the Townland of Ayle and his grandmother came fron the townland of Aughagower. We wish him and his family a happy and safe visit to his ancestral home in Mayo

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION CLASS CERMONIES: Inisturk Saturday June 13th June at 11.00a.m. HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE HOUSE BOUND: If you would like to take Holy Communion home to a family member, neighbour or friend you can avail of a Pyx by calling in at the Sacristy or the Parish Office at the Presbytery, Westport. If anyone has finished using a Pyx please return it to the Sacristy or the Parish office. Thank you. CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION: Sunday 7th June is the Feast of Corpus Christi, weather permitting there will be an outdoor procession in Westport after the 11.00am Mass. All the First Holy Communion classes in the area are invited to take part in the Procession as part of their Grow in Love Mass. This year weather permitting the procession will finish with Benediction at the McBride Community Nursing Unit, on the green at St. Mary’s Crescent. ROUTE A OR ROUTE B 0R ROUTE C South Mall South Mall Inside St. Mary’s Fairgreen Fairgreen Mill Street North Mall Shop Street St. Mary’s Church James Street St. Mary’s Crescent FLOWER PETALS FOR THE CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION: Please bring them to Carrowbeg House on Sunday Morning June 7th before the 11am Mass. Thank You A STUDENT'S PRAYER: "Dear Lord, I give you my hands to do Your work;I give You my feet to go Your way;I give You my eyes to see as You see;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—love the Father and love all humankind.I give You my whole self, Lord, that You may grow in me, so that it is You who lives, works, and prays in me. Amen." FRIENDS OF THE MALL RIVER INVITATION: Monay 8th June, we begin our annual Eco-friendly clean-up of our beautiful river The Mall. The cleanup begins at 7.00pm. Friends of The Mall River are inviting as many volunteers as possible to attend. MASS FOR FR. PATRICK BURKE Mass to mark Patrick Burke's 20th anniversary of his ordination takes place in Killererin church on Thursday 11th of June at 7:30pm. FUNERAL MINISTRY: Thanks to all those who accepted nominations to volunteer to be part of this special ministry. The information meeting for those nominated is on the 9th June at 7.00p.m. in the Plaza Hotel NEW BOXES OF ENVELOPES: A few boxes to be collected, please call in to the Parish Office during the week. Thank you for supporting your local Church and Parish, also thanks to all our volunteers who so kindly delivered the envelopes over the past few weeks. ROSARY: Children's Rosary 10.30 before 11.00 am Mass on Sunday 14th June. All ages welcome. BAKE SALE: In Carrowbeg House, Sunday June 21st after 11am mass for our youth in St Mary's Parish. Funds raised will subsidise Camp Veritas fees in Clongowes College for our teen Campers attending later this month. ST. PATRICK’S 3 DAY PILGRIMAGE TO LOUGH DERG: Bus departs from St. Mary’s Church Westport at 8.00am. on Friday 26th June. For booking contact Margaret at 087-7401391 CROAGH PATRICK EXHIBITION: Please take time to visit the display at the back of St. Mary’s Church, Westport WESTPORT LIONS CLUB: Annual General Meeting is coming up — we'd love to see as many members there as possible!It's on Tuesday, 9th June 2026 at 8:00pm in the Clew Bay, Westport. The AGM is a great opportunity to review the past year, voice your opinion, and help shape the club's future direction. Please make every effort to attend. Looking forward to seeing you all there! CROAGH PATRICK PROJECT COORDINATIOR: Croagh Patrick Stakeholders Group seeks to recruit a capable and efficient person with a passion for the mountain environment to join the team as our Project Coordinator. Application forms available on www.croaghpatrick.net or via email [email protected]. Closing date for Applications 6th June 2026 at 3pm BANK DETAILS: Acc Name: Westport Parish BIC: IPBSIE2D IBAN: IE83IPBS99072933204684