Is God calling you to the priesthood? In this new video Father Brian Fitzpatrick, Vocations Director for Dromore Diocese, shares his story of the path to priesthood. He is happy to hear from anyone else seeking guidance or help with a call to priesthood. Learn more and find contact details for Fr Brian here: https://www.dromorediocese.org/dromore-vocations/
Council to proceed with civic centre plan despite objections
Newry, Mourne and Down Council has gone ahead seeking planning permission, despite our objections, for the new Civic Centre in close proximity to the Cathedral. We encourage you to object as the parking behind the Cathedral will be very limited. Parishioners will be available as you leave Mass at the weekend to enable you to sign a petition in objection …
Ordination of Rev. Francesco Campiello
On 20th April 2024 Deacon Francesco Campiello, currently with us in Newry Parish, along with fellow seminarian Deacon Davis Haberkorn, will be ordained in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh at 2.00pm. Please keep them in your prayers as they prepare for Ordination.
Parish shop to remain open
Newry Cathedral Parish Shop: A Beacon of Continuity Amidst Change In the wake of the regrettable closure of Veritas stores, Newry Cathedral Parish seeks to reassure its parishioners and the wider community about the continued availability of high-quality religious publications and resources at the shop on The Mall. Veritas has been a valued supplier, contributing a unique portion of our …
Family Masses
February 24th ‒ St. Ronan’s P.S. will prepare for this Mass. March 16th ‒ Bunscoil and Iúir will prepare for this Mass. This Mass will be celebrated in Irish for St. Patrick’s Day. Beidh an t-aifreann as Gaeilge. April 13th ‒ St. Clare’s Abbey P.S. will prepare for this Mass. No family Mass in May. June 8th ‒ All six …
Blessing of Graves
Monkshill Cemetery The Annual Blessing of the graves takes place on Sunday 14th May at 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 grave at the appropriate time. St. Mary’s Cemetery Prayer Service and blessing of graves will take place in St. …
Tour of Dromantine
Monday May 22nd at 7:30pm sharp. Dromore Diocesan Historical Society will host a tour of Dromantine, home of the Society of African Missions since 1926. This tour will be conducted by the SMA fathers. All welcome.
Videos: Ordination of Fr Carlos
Ordination Mass – key moments First Mass – with first blessing
Bicentenary Mass for St Colman’s College
The bicentenary Mass for St Colman’s College will be celebrated on Wednesday, 10th May, at 11.30am in Newry Cathedral. All friends and past members of staff are warmly welcome to attend. We recommend that people are seated by 11.15am. The Mass will be broadcast on YouTube and the cathedral webcam. We recommend Youtube for the best quality stream. https://www.youtube.com/@NewryCathedralParishOfficial
Guided tours of Newry Cathedral
We are pleased to announce that we will once again offer guided tours of Newry cathedral on the following dates: Wednesday 14th June 7pmWednesday 5th July 2pmWednesday 19th July 7pmWednesday 16th August 2pmWednesday 30th August 7pm Each tour will take approximately 90 minutes.Please meet at the main door of Newry Cathedral. You will hear the story of the building of …