This year marks two hundred years since the laying of the foundation stone of Newry Cathedral on 8th June 1825. As part of the bicentennial celebrations, we are pleased to once again offer guided tours of the Cathedral on the following dates: Wednesday 11th June at 6.45pm Wednesday 25th June at 2.00pm Wednesday 9th July at 6.45pm Wednesday 23rd July …
Family Mass, Picnic, and blessing of Grotto
Sunday 18th May ~ Family Mass at 12noon followed by the blessing of the Grotto in the Cathedral Garden and a Family Picnic. We express our gratitude to the family who donated this beautiful grotto and to the Gardening Committee who look after the garden so well.
Blessing of Graves
St. Mary’s Cemetery – The Annual Blessing of the graves takes place on Sunday 4th May at 7.00pm. Monkshill Cemetery – The Annual Blessing of the graves takes place on Sunday 11th 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 …
Youth Mass for Pope Francis – Sunday
In light of the death of Pope Francis, and the subsequent postponement of the canonisation of Blessed Carlo Acutis, the parish will reschedule the ‘Celebration of Carlo Acutis’ that was to be held at Newry Cathedral at 5.30pm this coming Sunday to a later date. The 5.30pm Mass in the Cathedral on Sunday 27th April will be offered instead for …
Requiem Mass for Pope Francis – Friday
A Requiem Mass for Pope Francis will be offered in Newry Cathedral this Friday evening at 7:30 pm.
Visit of Venerable Matt Talbot relics
The Knights of St. Columbanus will accompany the relic of Venerable Matt Talbot to the Cathedral on Friday 25th April. This event will go ahead during the period of mourning for Pope Francis in recognition of the late Holy Father’s affinity with people who struggle with addiction. The relic will arrive before the 10.30am Mass and will remain in the …
Video: Death of Pope Francis
A message from Canon Francis Brown in response to the sad news that Pope Francis died earlier today, Easter Monday.
Death of Pope Francis: Statement by Archbishop Eamon Martin
Statement by Archbishop Eamon MartinOn hearing today the announcement that Pope Francis has died, my heart is filled with both deep sadness and immense gratitude, as we say farewell to a faithful shepherd who has walked closely with his people and carried their joys and sorrows in his heart. Pope Francis’ papacy has been a profound gift to the Church …
Easter Messages
Easter message from Canon Francis Brown Easter message from Archbishop Eamon Martin