A SENSORY FRIENDLY MASS:

Takes place at Knock Shrine today at 12.30pm in the Parish Church. This Mass will have no music, subdued lighting, and pictorial resources for those with additional needs. Sensory friendly Masses will take place at 12.30pm on the last Sunday of each month throughout the year. All are welcome. Contact Nicola at faithrenewal@knockshrine or 094-9388100.

POPE FRANCIS PRAYER FOR THE JUBILEE YEAR 2025:

Every month, Pope Francis asks Catholics around the world to pray for a particular intention. During February we pray for Vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life.

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.

SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL:

Should anyone need assistance, please contact SVP in Westport at 087-9334960

WESTPORT PARISH LITURGY GROUP:

Meeting Tuesday 11th Feb. at 8.00p.m. in the Presbytery.

BRACKLOON NS, WESTPORT:

Enrolment for Junior Infants 2025 takes place from Monday 17th -Wednesday 19th February

For enquiries and enrolment form please phone 098-21902 or email [email protected] 

GRAIL PRAYER:

Lord Jesus,

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 do.

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

Your Father and all humankind.

I give you my whole self

That you may grow in me

So that it is you, Lord Jesus,

Who live and work and pray in me.

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

JUBILEE YEAR PILGRIMS OF HOPE 2025:

The Pilgrims Prayer Card is available at the back of the Church, also you might like to avail of a copy of ‘Patrick’s Path, A Spiritual Guide’ for those who wish to make a Pilgrimage on Croagh Patrick.

FUNDRAISING TABLE QUIZ:

Thursday 13th February @ 9 pm in The Clew Bay Hotel. In aid of the Westport Special Olympics Club. Massive raffle with loads of prizes on the night. Teams and individuals are welcome.

MAYO RECOVERY COLLEGE:

"Mayo Recovery College begins their Spring Summer semester of mental health & wellbeing modules on the following dates throughout FEBRUARY in the Atlantic Technological University in Castlebar (online option also);

Tuesdays 4th & 11th at 10am 'RECOVERY, LETS TALK'.

Thursdays 6th & 13th at 5pm 'LIVING WITH DEPRESSION & BEYOND'.

Tuesday 18th at 10am 'LOOKING AFTER OUR MENTAL HEALTH WHILE ONLINE'.

Thursday 20th at 5pm 'RELATIONSHIPS & RECOVERY'. Tuesday 25th at 10am 'ANIMALS & WELLBEING'. Thursday 27th at 5pm 'MOTIVATION'.

Call/Text Karen 0860294901 or Email: [email protected] to register.  New participants are warmly invited to begin at any time throughout the semester."

SPECIAL CHARITY EVENT:

Music/dancing event Friday 21/2/25 in The Clock Tavern, Westport at 8pm. Performers: John Staunton, family members and friends!! In aid of: Mayo Roscommon Hospice, Cancer fund for children and NPH IRELAND.

ST MARY’S YOUTH:

Is running the new Alpha Youth Series beginning Friday 27th February at 4pm. Consisting of 10 episodes, run over 8 weeks, it introduces and explores the core ideas of the Christian faith, in a creative, relevant and engaging way. Its going to be great fun! For information call 087 2824056.