WHAT IS WORLD MISSION SUNDAY:

October and World Mission Sunday is a time for the faithful of the world to show their appreciation towards the work of overseas missionaries. Please donate €4.00 by texting the word ‘Mission’ to 50300. Alternatively donate at www.mission.ie or call Missio Ireland on 01 497 2035 or use the special envelope at the back of Church or the Pink envelope in your box of weekly envelopes.

To learn more, go to www.missio.ie

LOCAL LINK NEW BUS ROUTE:

From Westport Urban area to Town Centre every Thursday morning. Phone 087-2202123/087-6542445 

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: 

Life after a bereavement can feel empty and lonely. Sometimes spending time with others who know the experience can be helpful. Trained facilitators conduct a weekly Bereavement Support Group meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320.

EXPLORING PRIESTHOOD OPEN DAYS:

Saturday 26th October 2024 at University of Galway between 11am & 5pm. To attend you need to register on our website at vocations.ie/exploring

STATUES: Painting, restoring and reconstruction of catholic religious only statues, Contact Silvina at 087-3972402

SUICIDE ALERTNESS FOR EVERYONE (SAFE TALK)

When: Tuesday, 8th October '24   09.30 am – 1.30 pmWhere: Castlecourt Hotel, Westport, Co. Mayo, F28NX84 Booking essential

https://bookwhen.com/srotraininggmr/e/ev-s2go-20241008093000

WESTPORT PARISH YOUTH:

St Mary's Westport Parish Youth initiative is on Fridays the Parish Centre (upstairs room) from 4 to 6pm and will run during school term times. The age group is aimed towards 1st Years and 2nd Years. The focus is on 'Fun', 'Food' and 'Faith'.  Contact the Parish Office on 09828871 or 0868804779 for more details. 

TUAM PRIESTS IN SERVICE:

Is on Oct. 8th, 9th & 10th. Fr. John & Fr. Britus away on those dates. There will be a Lay Led liturgy with

 Holy Communion. 

GROW IN LOVE MASS:

The next Grow in love Mass take place in Lecanvey Church on Saturday 12th October at 8.00p.m. and 

Westport Church on Sunday 13th October at 11.00a.m.

BANK DETAILS:

Account Name: Westport Parish

BIC: IPBSIE2D

IBAN: IE83IPBS99072933204684

MAYO SCHOOL LEAVER INFORMATION FAIR “WHERE TO FROM HERE”

This event is to support young people with a disability and their family decide what they will do when they leave school. On Wednesday, October 16th at Breaffy Hotel, Castlebar, people can drop in at anytime between 11.30a.m. and 3.00p.m. for information.

PRAYER FOR THE MISSION: Almighty God, who would have all Your children to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. Send forth, labourers into your harvest and grant them the confidence to preach Your Word. May Your Gospel be heard and glorified. May all nations know You, the one True God, and Him whom you have sent, Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord. Amen.

WORLD ROSARY DAY WITH A SPECIAL PRAYER FOR PEACE:

On Monday October 7, 2024, Catholics around the globe will unite in a profound act of faith and solidarity by participating in World Rosary Day, a pivotal event designed to spiritually prepare the faithful for the upcoming Jubilee Year 2025. This special day of prayer has been initiated in response to Pope Francis’ call for a “symphony of prayer” leading up to the Jubilee Year 2025 and underscores the Catholic Church’s commitment to fostering unity, hope, and spiritual renewal among its followers. Join your prayer in the Family Rosary at home or at the 9.30am Rosary in St Mary’s Westport or at Knock Shrine Parish Church at 7pm.

CARE OF CREATION WESTPORT ECO CONGREGATION:

As the Season of Creation ends, the invitation continues to care for our Common Home. There are many actions small and great that so many do and continue to do to make a difference.  Join Westport Eco-Congregation and Jacinta Barrins for a FREE knowledge, action and results 6-step programme to support us in our ongoing journey towards reducing our Carbon Footprint.  

WHEN: Six Tuesday mornings…Jan.14 ,21, 28 Feb. 4, 11 and April 8, 2025 

WHERE: Carrowbeg House, Westport, Co. Mayo F28 W903        

 FEE - FREE!   Limited numbers  

BOOKINGS:  Brid McAuley at 086 8576425 or Mary Manning 087 2421330

Further information:  see www.westportparish.ie

PARISH BROCHURE: We are currently compiling a brochure of all our PARISH based groups. If you would like to have your group included in it, please contact the Presbytery with the name of your group, service provided and contact details by Friday 18 October.

CROAGH PATRICK CLIMB: Rev Alex Morahan, rector in Ballina church of Ireland is climbing Croagh Patrick on Saturday 12th Oct. Meeting in car park at 8.30am.  Climb is to support YSPI. Youth Suicide Prevention Ireland and we will hold a short prayer service in the oratory on top at 11.30/12 noon.

All welcome to join us and donations can be made on the day or on YSPI site.