SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL:

Should anyone need assistance, please contact SVP in

Westport at 087-9334960

WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY 18 – 25 JANUARY 2025: 

The theme this year “Do you believe this? The theme of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2025 is based on a text from the Gospel of John: "Do you believe this?" (John 11:26). The prayers and reflections have been prepared by the brothers and sisters of the monastic community of Bose in Northern Italy. The year 2025 marks the 1,700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council. This commemoration provides a unique opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the common faith of Christians as expressed in the Creed formulated at that Council. The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2025 is an invitation to draw on this common heritage and to enter more deeply into the faith that unites all Christians.

HEAVENLY FATHER,In the spirit of unity, we come before You, inspired by the words of Your Son, Jesus, who said, "Everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die." We pray that all who follow Christ may be united in faith and love, reflecting the light of Your truth in a world that longs for hope. Help us to embrace our differences and work together as one body, sharing the eternal life You offer. May our hearts be open, our spirits humble, and our actions guided by Your grace, so that we may be a testament to the power of Your love and the promise of resurrection.We make this our prayer through Christ our Lord. Amen.

WESTPORT COUNTRY MARKET:

Will reopen on Thurs. 6th February.  Happy New Year to all our customers

BREAVEMENT SUPPORT:

Bereavement Support meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required.

Further Information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320.

HOLY COMMUNION PYX:

If you would like to take Holy Communion home to a family member or neighbour, please call in to the office to collect a Pyx.

HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE HOUSE BOND:

Heavenly Father,We come before You with grateful hearts as we carry the gift of Holy Communion to those who are homebound. May Your presence fill their homes with peace and joy. Grant strength to the ones we visit, and let them feel the love of our community through this sacred act. May this communion nourish their spirits and bring them closer to You.We make our prayer through Christ Our Lord. Amen.

ANAM CARRA: Supporting parents after bereavement, can  

 be contacted at [email protected]

YOU CAN HELP YOUR MARRIAGE: - Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Do you argue ... or have you just stopped because it only makes it worse? Retrouvaille has helped 10s of 1000s of couples experiencing difficulties in their marriage. For confidential information about the next programme which will be presented on Zoom ...27 February to 2 March 2025 Email:[email protected] 

Call or text 0788 7296983   www.retrouvaille.org.uk

WESTPORT ECO CONGREGATION:

Are inviting anyone over 60 to join us for an exciting conversation starting in January 2025.  We will be joined by Jacinta Barrins from Galway – retired from the UN where her career focused on environment and climate.  Jacinta believes that having conversations on climate change is best done in a similar style to the old practice of ‘rambling’ to the neighbour to discuss the ins and outs of the latest news over a strong cup of tea.  This friendly atmosphere is the best way to unravel and demystify the terms used in climate science and for building confidence for action. You are invited to participate in a 6 step Climate Course for two hours a week – beginning on Tuesday 14th January at 10.45 in Carrowbeg house The Mall Westport. This conversation is free - Booking is essential and we invite you to contact Brid McAuley 086 8576425 or Mary Manning 087 2421330 or

E-mail: [email protected]

ST. PATRICK’S DRAMA GROUP: Is delighted to add a new date, 15th January 2025, for the staging of their production of the Plough and the Stars in the Town Hall Theatre. The play will run on one night only 15th January 2025   Tickets are available from Westport Town Hall Theatre T: 098028459 or book online at  www.westporttheatre.com 

VINTAGE CHARITY TRACTOR RUN: Fundraising night. Sat 18th Jan. 8.30 pm Westport Country Lodge Hotel. In aid of three worthy causes: Cancer Fund for Children Daisy Lodge Cong, Mayo Roscommon Hospice, Gena Heraty Fund. Please support or donate to fundraising account Mizen to Malin TractorRun.Weciie21ie88weci99217312241688.

Or https://www.idonate.ie/crowdfunder/12656

CUSHLOUGH 6TH MAYO SCOUTS: 

Would like to sincerely thank everyone who donated to their recent Church gate collection. 

THE CATECHISM CAFÉ:  presents.... 'Faith in a Faithless World': an evening of talks, panel discussion and Q&A. Guest speakers include Ronan Mullen (Seanad Eireann), Ben Scallan (Gript Media), Ciaran Clarke (MMA fighter) and Clodagh Gallagher (Aid to the Church in need). Light refreshments and pizza on the night. Friday the 31st January, 7.30pm, St. John's Centre, Knock Shrine. All welcome.  

PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2025:

Led by: Archbishop Francis Duffy

29th August – 4th September 2025 6 nights from Knock.

For information and bookings, please contact Joe Walsh Tours – Tel 012-2410800 or Email: [email protected]