Letter from the Parish Priests, Parish Pastoral Council, and Finance Committee Dear Parishioners and Friends of Newry, Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to share their views and concerns following the launch of our recent Parish Renewal Campaign. Whether supportive, sceptical, or somewhere in between. your honesty matters. We appreciate your willingness to engage, and we are …
Pilgrimage to Mass Rock – Sunday 29th June
The Annual Pilgrimage to Mass Rock, Ballyholland takes place on Sunday 29th June. Mass will be celebrated at 3.00pm (weather permitting). Celebrate Mass in the great outdoors and remember the sacrifices of past generations. This Mass fulfils your Sunday obligation.
Corpus Christi Procession – Sunday 22nd June
You’re invited! 🌟Join us for the Corpus Christi Procession this Sunday 22nd June at 3.00pm, starting from St Catherine’s Church, Dominic Street. The procession will continue to Newry Cathedral for Benediction and Blessing.A special welcome to all P4 & P7 children—come in your Holy Communion or Confirmation outfits as we walk together in this Year of Hope.
Consecration of Ireland to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Please click here to download a copy of the Prayer of Consecration which Archbishop Eamon Martin will use in Knock on Sunday 22nd June to renew the consecration of Ireland to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. You are of course welcome to join Archbishop Eamon in person or over the webcam at Knock Shrine. We pray that there will be much fruit from this consecration.
Online Novena to The Sacred Heart
June is the month of the Sacred Heart. In this Jubilee Year of Hope, the Dromore Diocesan Pastoral Council invites you to a 9-day online Novena to the Sacred Heart, starting Thursday June 19th, 2025 at 7pm on the Newry Parish Facebook page. Join us each evening at 7pm for prayer, reflection, and devotion as we open our hearts to …
Historical Society event – 23rd June
DROMORE DIOCESAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYMonday 23rd JUNE 2025: @7:00pm Shankill Cemetery, Lurgan The Society’s next event in its 2025 programme is a conducted tour and talk by Jim Conway in Shankill Old Graveyard, Lurgan, commencing at 7:00pm. Attendees should assemble at the Dean’s Walk BT66 6HJ entrance to the cemetery. Parking is available in the Wesley Place carpark off William St., …
Press release: Newry Parish in Crisis
Newry Cathedral Parish in Crisis: A Call to Action Newry Cathedral Parish is facing a financial crisis that could fundamentally alter its ability to serve the community. With a mounting debt of £1.4 million, the parish is now operating at a significant and growing deficit. If support does not increase soon, some of its historic churches may be forced to …
Bicentenary of Cathedral foundation
This Sunday, 8th June, marks the 200th anniversary of the laying of the foundation stone of Newry Cathedral — a remarkable milestone in our parish’s history. After 12 noon Mass this Sunday, join us for a short 15–20 min walk-around tour of the cathedral! Then pop over to the Parochial House (38 Hill Street) to see a special photo exhibit …
Ordination to the Diaconate
This coming Sunday, 11th May at 3.00pm, Archbishop Eamon Martin will ordain, at Newry Cathedral, Rev. Anthony Moffett to the Order of diaconate for the Diocese of Dromore. Anthony will be a familiar face to those who attend Mass in the cathedral. Please keep him in your prayers in these days leading up to his ordination. Please God, Anthony will …
Job opportunity: Sales & Operations Manager
Newry Cathedral Shop, The Mall requires a Sales and Operations’ Manager, contracted 30 hours per week (negotiable) salary based on experience. Attractive working hours. Trading hours 10.00am until 4.00pm, Monday to Saturday inclusive. Please forward curriculum vitae to office@newrycathedralparish.org by Friday 16th May 2025.