Westport Parish

ADULT FAITH FORMATION DIPLOMA 2025: Is a basic programme which aims to renew Christian life and promotes pastoral leadership. It is presented weekly on Zoom from the Archdiocese of Edinburgh on Thursdays evening 7.30p.m. – 8.30p.m. Please take a copy of the Newsletter supplement at the back of the Church. For further information contact  [email protected] . NOVEMBER ROSARY WITH THE LEGION OF MARY:   Sun Nov. 17th at 3. 00p.m. Murrisk Abbey,  Sun Nov. 24th at 3.00p.m. Drummin.  PRAYER FOR NOVEMBER Remember those who kept the faith Who always turned to pray. Who showed the love of JesusIn their lives from day to day. Remember those this special time. Who live with God above, All Saints, All Souls and all our own Who live with God in Love. NOVEMBER A TIME TO REMEMBER THOSE WHO HAVE DIED: The November Prayer space at the back of the church during the month of November allows us to place the names of our beloved departed on the Remembrance Tree, and all whose names are placed there will be remembered in our Masses during the month (special thanks to Nonie O'Malley, Kitty Lowe & Jason Kelly for putting up the remembrance trees and the banner.) ECO CONGREGATION WESTPORT: Over 60s Climate Work Out Programme. The over 60s taking action! For details take home a copy of the information sheet at the Church Doors or click on the Link on our Westport Parish Website. AID TO THE CHURCH IN NEED: Week of Witness is Nov. 17th – 24th. An important part of this Campaign is “Red Wednesday” Nov 20th. We seek to raise awareness and pray for all who are persecuted and discriminated against, because of their Christian Faith. (More details to follow) for raising €54,000 for the Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation . GRIEF CIRCLE: The grief circle is a safe space to share our experiences of loss & grief in a supportive non- judgmental environment. This circle will be facilitated by Grief Counsellor Tereasa McGuire, the focus of the group is on mutual support not on professional therapy. We will meet on the second Tuesday of each month 8pm to 9.15pm in Sharkey Hill Community Centre F28CD82. Our first nigh is Nov 12th   For further information contact Rita 087 0556923 DRUMMIN GRAVEYARD .:  Drummin Community Council are organising a cleanup of the above and Car park on Sun 24th of Nov at 10.30am Please bring shovel/gloves /spade and wear hi-vis jacket. ALPHA:   is an invitation to a group of people in the parish to explore the meaning of life and to reflect on Christian values. Contact by text, email or phone [email protected]  0878177291 [email protected]  0872233220 [email protected]  0872360272. 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. MARRIAGE ANNIVERSARIES: The annual diocesan celebration of marriage anniversaries will take place in the Cathedral on Sunday, 17 November at 3.00 p.m. Please contact the Presbytery 0ffice if you wish to attend. WESTPORT FUEL APPEAL: The Annual Appeal takes place from November 15th  – 23rd December 2024 TABLE QUIZ:  In aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice organised by Rosbeg Community Alert on Saturday night November 30th at 8.30 pm in Cronins Sheebeen Rosbeg Westport. Great prizes great cause and great craic.  AUTISM: Westport Autism Friendly Town will hold its next public meeting on Monday, 18th November at 8pm at United Park (Golf Course Road). We are especially keen to welcome autistic people, their families and friends, and businesses and organisations around the locality . Contact Carol Staunton on 086-3443604. Information can also be found @westportautismfriendlytown on Instagram and Facebook. INTRODUCTION TO THE SCRIPTURES: With Fr. Benny McHale. Would you like to better understand the Scriptures when they are read at Mass 19th & 26th November & December 3rd & 10th at St. John’s Welcome Centre, Knock Shrine from 8.00pm – 10.00pm See notice board for more details. KYLEMORE ABBEY RETREAT: Nov. 29th 30th & Dec.1st Theme “Prepare the way”  Accommodation with meals Fee €100. See notice board for more details. ENROLMENT MASS FOR CONFIRMATION CLASS : Sunday Dec. 1st at 11.00a.m. St. Mary’s Church, Westport. COMHALTAS CEOLTÓIRÍ ÉIREANN: Thanks to everyone involved in the Westport branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann. The AGM is on Tuesday Nov. 19th at Knockranny House Hotel at 8pm. JUBILEE YEAR OF HOPE 2025 Archbishop Francis Duffy will launch this special year in our Parish and Diocese on Dec. 15th at 11.00a.m.Mass.

The over 60s taking action! During the highly successful One Westport Circular Economy event last June, we had many interesting talks on different aspects of sustainability and the circular economy.  One of the speakers, Jacinta Barrins presented us with a programme which she runs, voluntarily to raise awareness of our carbon footprint and how we might reduce it.  This programme is aimed at OVER 60s, as Jacinta says that we were not taught the science of climate change in schools or colleges, and many have become alienated or indifferent to it. Jacinta Barrins has retired from her career at the UN, where her work focused on the environment and climate.  She now lives in Galway. Her programme aims to have conversations about climate change in a friendly atmosphere, over a cup of tea as if visiting our neighbours! In fact, she often starts by showing in simple terms the connection between the cuppa and climate change.  Jacinta believes this is the best way to unravel and demystify the terms used in climate science and for building confidence for action. Westport Eco-Congregation  is delighted to have Jacinta Barrins with us in Westport for a six-session programme.  We will start on Tuesday, January 14th 2025 at 10.45 am and for the following four Tuesdays at the same time.  Our final session will be some weeks later on Tuesday, April 8th 2025.  Each session runs for two hours. The first three steps of the course focus on understanding climate change, how it occurs, the challenges of changing behaviour and how to measure a carbon footprint.  The second three steps focus on supporting participants in implementing ONE action based on their carbon footprint results.  At step four, the participants identify ONE action they would like to work on.  The gap between the fifth and sixth sessions allows participants to work with their action! The course will be held at Carrowbeg House in Westport and we welcome any over 60s who want to become more climate and carbon aware.  This  course is free  to all participants, thanks to the generosity of Jacinta Barrins.  Booking is essential as numbers are limited.  To book your place, please ring Brid McAuley at 086 8576425 or Mary Manning at 087 2421330.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION DIPLOMA 2025: Is a basic programme which aims to renew Christian life and promotes pastoral leadership. It is presented weekly on Zoom from the Archdiocese of Edinburgh on Thursdays evening 7.30p.m. – 8.30p.m. Please take a copy of the Newsletter supplement at the back of the Church. For further information contact  [email protected] . INVITATION TO MASS FOR THOSE WHO ARE BEREAVED: The Annual Mass for all who are bereaved and especially those who were bereaved during the past year will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Westport on Friday 15th November 2024 at 7.30p.m. also available on Line   and on Parish Radio. NOVEMBER ROSARY WITH THE LEGION OF MARY:   Sun. Nov.10th at 3.00p.m. New Cemetery, Aughaval, Sun Nov. 17th at 3. 00p.m. Murrisk Abbey,  Sun Nov. 24th at 3.00p.m. Drummin.  PRAYER FOR NOVEMBER Remember those who kept the faithWho always turned to pray.Who showed the love of JesusIn their lives from day to day. Remember those this special time.Who live with God above,All Saints, All Souls and all our ownWho live with God in Love. NOVEMBER A TIME TO REMEMBER THOSE WHO HAVE DIED: The November Prayer space at the back of the church during the month of November allows us to place the names of our beloved departed on the Remembrance Tree, and all whose names are placed there will be remembered in our Masses during the month (special thanks to Nonie O'Malley, Kitty Lowe & Jason Kelly for putting up the remembrance trees and the banner.) ECO CONGREGATION WESTPORT: Over 60s Climate Work Out Programme. The over 60s taking action! For details take home a copy of the information sheet at the Church Doors or click on the Link on our Westport Parish Website. WE WELCOME THE SISTERHOOD OF ST. ELIZABETH VISITING WESTPORT THIS WEEKEND NOV 9TH & 10TH. You might like to support their work helping Children in a Orphanage and a Psychiatric Hospital. Icons, Ceramics Decorations and other art facts produced in their Convent on sale. AID TO THE CHURCH IN NEED: Week of Witness is Nov. 17th – 24th. An important part of this Campaign is “Red Wednesday” Nov 20th. We seek to raise awareness and pray for all who are persecuted and discriminated against, because of their Christian Faith. (More details to follow) MAYO PEOPLE OF THE YEAR AWARDS: Twenty-one individuals and groups will be honoured at the Annual Awards in Breaffy House Hotel on Friday Nov. 15th We congratulate everyone involved but especially  Westport Order of Malta – for their unwavering dedication over 81 years providing first aid services and compassionate care to those in need and Westport Women on wheels for raising €54,000 for the Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation . Judy Casey is the founder of Cairde Nua – a group open to all women in Westport and along with her friend Mary O’Malley, they established Westport Welcomed Ukraine . https://www.mayo.ie/news/cathaoirleach-awards-2024-launch GRIEF CIRCLE: The grief circle is a safe space to share our experiences of loss & grief in a supportive non- judgmental environment. This circle will be facilitated by Grief Counsellor Tereasa McGuire, the focus of the group is on mutual support not on professional therapy. We will meet on the second Tuesday of each month 8pm to 9.15pm in Sharkey Hill Community Centre F28CD82. Our first nigh is Nov 12th   For further information contact Rita 087 0556923 DRUMMIN COMMUNITY COUNCIL: Are holding a Fundraising Social on Saturday Nov. 9th in Hearty’s Bar at 8.45p.m. All are welcome. Your support would greatly appreciated. ALPHA:   It is an invitation to a group of people in the parish to explore the meaning of life and to reflect on Christian values. Are you anxious about the future?  Have you a family worry?  Alpha helps us to make some sense of what is happening in our troubled world in dealing with modern culture.  Alpha is open to people of all creeds and none over 10 evenings where there is food, a short video and discussion, in a relaxed, confidential and friendly atmosphere. Members of Westport Pastoral Council with local priest organised an Alpha course pre-Covid.  If any Pastoral Council or parish group are interested in presenting Alpha an information evening can be arranged to offer their experience and practical help.  Contact by text, email or phone : [email protected]  0878177291 [email protected]  0872233220 [email protected]  0872360272 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. MARRIAGE ANNIVERSARIES: The annual diocesan celebration of marriage anniversaries will take place in the Cathedral on Sunday, 17 November at 3.00 p.m. Please contact the Presbytery 0ffice if you wish to attend. Refreshments afterwards in St Jarlath's College. WESTPORT FUEL APPEAL: The Annual Appeal takes place from November 15th  – 23rd December 2024

Community & Spiritual Connection News for the week starting Saturday 16th November 2024 ADULT FAITH FORMATION DIPLOMA 2025: Is a basic programme which aims to renew Christian life and promotes pastoral leadership. It is... News for the week starting Saturday 9th November 2024 ADULT FAITH FORMATION DIPLOMA 2025: Is a basic programme which aims to renew Christian life and promotes pastoral leadership. It is... Croagh Patrick Path Team • Maintenance Updates: Tuesday 5th Nov 2024 Spotted on Facebook: Explore Further "Maintenance Updates: Tuesday 5th Nov 2024 Aim of work today: finish clearing the cross drains on... Multiple Dates Tue, 14 Jan Westport Over 60s Climate Work Out Programme 14 Jan 2025, 10:45 – 12:45 Westport, Carrowbeg, S Mall, Cahernamart, Westport, Co. Mayo, Ireland During the highly successful One Westport Circular Economy event last June, we had many interesting talks on different aspects of sustainability and the circular economy. One of the speakers, Jacinta Barrins presented us with a programme which she runs. See All RSVP 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

Weekly Mass List Offering a Mass for a special intention is a long-standing tradition in the Catholic Church. Masses are offered for many reasons: in remembrance of someone who is deceased; for someone who is ill; for someone celebrating a special occasion. Mass Intentions are published weekly in the Sunday bulletin. Mass Intentions can be requested for loved ones, both living and deceased. Mass is celebrated on a specific day where your loved one's name will be remembered during the Prayers of the Faithful. The intention will also be listed on the parish calendar and in the bulletin. Westport: 6.30p.m. Saturday 23rd November 1st Anniversary: Maureen Lavelle, Croy Months Mind: Breege Staunton, Altamont St. Westport: 10.00a.m. Saturday 23rd November 1. Pakie, Bridget, May & Mattie Hopkins & DFM. Fr. Angelus Park. 2. Thomas Gannon. Catherine & Owen Geraghty, Monica & Tom Gannon 3. Bridie & Paddy Cawley, son-in-law Liam Burke, Angelus Park. 4. Alan Sweeney, Parnell Court Westport: 10.00a.m. Friday 22nd November 1. William & Margaret Moran & Bernard & Margaret Mitchell. 2. Sean Staunton, Knockfin. 3. Joseph V Carr. 4. D.M. of Westport Active Retirement. Westport: 10.00a.m. Thursday 21st November 1. Patrick & Mary Quinn, Johns Row. 2. Patrick Brennan, Ballyglass. 3. Michael John & Margaret Ryder & Daughter Margaret Garry. Westport: 10.00a.m. Wednesday 20th November 1. Paul Staunton, Carrabawn & parents Michael & Jenny Staunton. 2. Noel Gill, Buckwaria & Petie Geraghty. Westport: 10.00a.m. Tuesday 19th November 1. Michael & Annie Regan Westport: 10.00a.m. Monday 18th November 1. Mim Moran, Mill Street, Val, Finian, Ray Michael & Alan. 2. May & Michael Mc Ging, Bridge St & DM of Mc Ging families. 3. Tommy & Maura Barrett. Fr. Angelus Park 4. Charles & Bridget Kenny, Bog Gate & D. M. of Kenny families. Westport: 11.00a.m. Sunday 17th November Months Mind: Gerry Kiernan & his son Keith. 1st Anniversaries:Peggy O’Malley, Crottmountain. 1st Anniversary: Pat O’Mahony, Quay Lecanvey: 8.00p.m. Saturday 16th November 1. Paddy & Kathleen Staunton, Lecanvey 2. Paddy & Teresa Gannon, Lecanvey Westport:10.00a.m. Saturday 16th November 1. Jimmy & Kathleen Walsh,St.Patrick’s Tce, son John Athlone & DM of Walsh & Kearns families 2. Katie & Martin Heraty, Sandyhill, & sons Tom & Mikey 3. Florrie Fair & Richard Duffy 4. John & Anna Moran, Pearse Tce,Timothy & Winifred Campion Drummin: 8.00p.m. Saturday 16th November 1. P. Duffy, Oughty 2. D.M. of Hastings family, Lennevasta & Derrymore 3. King family, Polloughty 6.30p.m. Saturday 16th November 1. First Anninersary: Marie McGreal, Drumminaboo 7.30p.m. Friday 15th November Mass for the Bereaved 10.00a.m. Friday 15th November 1. Robert McKibben, Carnalurgan 2. Carol Kistler 3. Thomas & Bridget Kelly & DFM, Cogaula, Alice & Austin Kerrigan,Worcester 10.00a.m. Thursday 14th November 1. Bridie & Jim Moran, Boffin St., son James & Daughter Doris Staunton 2. Breda, Noreen & Batty Fennely 3. Breeda Maher 10.00a.m. Wednesday 13th November 1. John & Bridie Geraghty, DFM, Drumindoo 2. T.P. & Francis Lynn, Deerpark 3. John Joe Jennings, Kilgeever & his parents Pat & Peig 10.00a.m. Tuesday 12th November 1. Flynn & Sheridan Families & DFM 2. Tom & Bridie Murphy & DFM, Castlebar St. Marian & Christopher Murphy, Limerick 3. David Hunch, Delia & John 10.00a.m. Monday 11th November 1. Breda, Noreen & Batty Fennelly 2. Seamus Crawford 3. DM of Leigionaries & Auxilary Members 11.00a.m. Sunday 10th November Months Mind: Paul John Warner, Ballinlough 6.30.p.m. Vigil Mass 9th November Months Mind: Mary Mc Combs, Horkans Hill 10.00a.m. Saturday 9th November 1.Paddy Ward, Shop Street 2. D. M. of Vincent de Paul 3. Rita Boyle, St. Mary’s Crescent. 4. Elizabeth Delahunty, Dublin & DFM. 5. Cait Griffith & Edward, Thomas & Noel Griffith 6. Pat Dunning, Ardmore. 10.00a.m. Friday 8th November 1. Phil Cobbe, Ml Davitt Park. 2. Johnny Geraghty, Carrabawn 3. Mickie Berry, Johns Row & D. M. of Berry & Shanley families. 10.00a.m. Thursday 7th November 1. Steve & Jackqueline Mc Ging, Chicago DM of McGing f. Chicago. 2. Oisin Kennedy, Carrabawn 3. Joe Berry, Newport Road. 10.00a.m. Wednesday 6th November 1. D. M. of Ingham & Kilcoyne families. 2. Eddie & Nora Walsh and son John, Knockfin 3. Tom Glynn, Glenmaddy. 10.00a.am. Tuesday 5th November 1. Anne Connolly DM. of O’Malley family 2. Jack & Maureen McGreevy, South Mall & DFM. 3. Mark Woods. 10.00a.m. Monday 4th November 1. Brine Staunton Margaret & Jim Staunton & son John 2. Francis Ann O’Connor, Cottages 3 D. M. of Heneghan family 11.00a.m. Sunday 3rd November 1. Julia Morrison & Padraic Morrision, late of Lanmore 10.00a.m. Saturday 2nd November 1. Mary Burke, Carrabawn & DM of Burke & Hastings family 2. John O’Brien, Bridge St & DFM. 3. Michael & Teresa Jennings, Parke & Johnny Jennings. & DFM. 4. Bridie & Joe Ring, Altamont Street. 5. Doreen & Sean Kilcawley, Castlebar. 6.30p.m. Vigil Mass Saturday 2nd November 1st Anniversary: Paddy Curry, St. Patrick's Tce 11.00a.m. All Saints Friday 1st November 1. Annie May & Jackie Kelly, Horkans Hill. 2. Mary, Babe & Willie O’Connell 3. Gerard Mc Caffrey, DM of Fitzpatrick & Butler family 4. Michael & Margaret Walsh & D.M. of Walsh & Reilly family 5. Tom Mc Nally, Pairc na Coille. 10.00a.m. Thursday 31st October 1. Eileen Mc Nally 2. Nonie & Thomas Staunton, Mill Street, sons, Séan Patsy & Tom, daughter-in-law Freeda, son-in-law George & granddaughter Donna.

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link < Back Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle, be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray. And do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the Power of God, thrust into hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander the earth, seeking the ruin of souls. Amen . Fr Jerry Carroll, chaplain to the 28th Infn Bttn Finner Camp, https://fb.watch/vYl8oweJWY/ Previous Next