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Newry Cathedral Parish will be setting up a formal Book of Remembrance in one its side altars this Autumn. The Bereavement Ministry have offered to update entries in the book which will record the anniversaries of the deceased members of our parish each day of the year. We are seeking help from people in our Parish Community who have expertise …

World Youth Day Lisbon Portugal ‒ we have 3 places left for those 18 to 30 ish. ‒ 7 days inclusive package for just £400. 2nd to 6th August ‒ Climb Croagh Patrick and Visit Knock Shrine ‒ for 18 to 25 years old11 to 16th August ‒ Volunteer at Knock Shrine ‒ for 16 ‒ 18 years old19th to …

Working in Lille in France recently and I walked into Saint Maurice’s Church on a Sunday evening for the 7 0’clock Mass. A wonderful setting (not as nice as our own Catherdral of Saint Patrick & St Colman but I declare that this is my biased opinion) and a wonderful occasion. The congregation about 150 in total and of all …

This is the time of year when most of us decide we need a break. A rest from our normal routine and a chance to spend valuable time relaxing with family and friends. Stopping work from time to time is an essential part of life and yet many people leave their vacation time unused, carrying holidays over to the next …

Forget about the elusive ‘elixir of life’ or the commercial journey to achieve happiness. We all have it within our powers to affect all those we meet, converse and engage with. In our modern world where so much value is placed on material belongings, financial value and commercial balance real, lasting and rewarding success is often misinterpreted and misguided. In …

Achieving a religious balance brings inner happiness As we struggle in our daily chores, challenges and trials it is hard to find a balance in life. Retaining and practising your Christian beliefs helps create a spiritual space and that in turn helps create a meaning and balance that brings happiness. For many religion can indeed bring inner happiness and a …

The Annual Pilgrimage to Mass Rock, Ballyholland takes place next Sunday25 June. Mass will be celebrated at 3.00pm (weather permitting). All parishioners are welcome to attend.

We strongly encourage parishioners to support this campaign: Daisy Hill Hospital needs you! Public rally for Daisy Hill Hospital, Sunday 25th June 2pm in Marcus Square, Newry. Please come along to show your support for this vital service.

DRUID SETTLEMENTS to MONASTIC SETTLEMENTS:The Mythologies of Lough NeaghAn Outing to OXFORD ISLANDled by Lurgan historian and storytellerJIM CONWAYMonday, 26th June, 2023Please assemble at the Discovery Centre,Oxford Island, Craigavon, BT66 6NJat 7:00p.m. sharp

It’s not easy being as a Christian in today’s secular world, there are many distractions, challenges and difficulties encountered on our faith journey. So much so that and at times it may appear at first to be a very lonely path. However, it is always important to remember that our journey is not a lonely one, there is always God …