The popular hymn, ‘Bring Flowers of the Rarest’, dates from the late 19th century but it featured in most of our churches last Sunday. It heralds Mary as ‘Queen of the May’ and signalled the beginning of a month devoted to Our Lady. Many of us will recall that the May procession was one of the most important events in …
Statement: MAKE YOUR VOICES HEARD
A pastoral reflection by the Catholic Bishops of Northern Ireland on the forthcoming NI Assembly Election. Politics, lived with integrity, and in a true spirit of service to the common good, is a noble vocation. The freedom to vote is a hard won and precious freedom. For Christians it is also part of our call to shape society in accordance …
Blessing of graves
We are once again able to meet for the blessing of graves in our parish, after two years of online events. Monkshill Cemetery: Sunday 1st May 3.00pm. St. Mary’s Cemetery: Sunday 8th May 7.00pm. You are asked to bring a small container of water with you which will be blessed during the service. Use this water to sprinkle your family …
Blessing for All Exam Students
As exam time approaches, Fr Callum will offer a special blessing to all Exam Students at the 6pm Mass this Saturday 30th April, at Newry Cathedral.
Diocesan Historical Society talk: ‘St Colman’s College in the 1901 & 1911 National Census’
Diocesan Historical Society presents a talk by Martin Goss, ‘St Colman’s College in the 1901 & 1911 National Census’, on Monday 2nd May, 2022 at 7.30pm. ZOOM link available from goss.jjm@gmail.com THE ZOOM ROOM WILL OPEN AT 7.20pm – starting at 7.30pm sharp
Article: Has the meaning of First Holy Communion been lost?
Has the meaning of First Holy Communion been lost in the financial cost? As shops advertise, ‘twirling dresses and well-tailored suits with the perfect accessories to match as well as everything you need for your little one’s big day’, many parents will feel the financial pressure of preparing their child for First Holy Communion. Between an outfit for the child, …
World Youth Day 2023
World Youth Day – Portugal 1st August to 6th August 2023 – official pilgrimage dates The diocesan youth organisation is busy planning their programme for World Youth Day – Portugal 1st August to 6th August 2023. Final dates, programme and cost will follow soon. We welcome young adults (20 to 30 years old) to register their interest with an email …
Article: Welcoming our young people for Confirmation
Newry Cathedral Parish prepares to welcome our young people for Confirmation Newry Cathedral Parish will be embarking on their Confirmation ceremonies over the next number of weeks. Through the Sacrament of Confirmation, we receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit and we are given the strength to witness to God’s love in both word and deed. The Sacrament can only …
Easter Mass times
Easter Sunday Masses – times are as normal except NO 5.30PM MASS in the Cathedral and an additional Mass in St. Brigid’s Church at 10.30am. MASS TIMES FOR EASTER WEEK Please Note:Easter Sunday: 10.30am, St. Brigid’s Church.10.30am MASS ONLY IN THE CATHEDRAL MONDAY ‒ SATURDAY.NO Evening Mass on Tuesday 19th April in St. Mary’s Church. NO Evening Mass on Friday 22nd …
Easter messages
Message from Canon Francis Message from Archbishop Eamon Martin A Greeting of Easter Peace from Archbishop Eamon There’s an ancient Ukrainian folk song that was written to mark the fresh beginning of spring. We know it’s melody from the Christmas carol called, the “carol of the bells”, but the original version was actually sung at this time of the year. …