Changes effective 10th September 2022 Archbishop Eamon Martin, Apostolic Administrator has announced the following clergy changes/appointments in the Diocese of Dromore, to take effect on 10th September 2022. Changes for Newry and Saval We look forward to welcoming Fr Wojciech Stachyra SChr (currently working in the Archdiocese of Westminster) who will be joining us in the parishes of Newry and …
Instructions for booking baptisms
All babies must be registered for baptism in the Cathedral Parish Office, Hill Street, Newry, not in St. Catherine’s. The reason is that the official baptismal register is kept in the Cathedral Parish Office. When a baby is to be baptised, please call at the Cathedral Parish Office. The Church in which the baby is to be baptised will be recorded. …
Notice: Music for weddings
Dear Engaged Couple As you prepare for marriage, we the clergy require you to choose hymns/sacred music for your Nuptial Mass. Secular songs are not appropriate in our Churches. Please advise your organist/musician that this is a requirement. It would also enhance the liturgy if the Psalm, Alleluia, Holy, Holy, Holy, Memorial Acclamation, the Great Amen and the Lamb of …
Podcast series offers real life stories on living with addiction
Addiction is a frightening aspect of life in Ireland today. The rise in the abuse of drugs and alcohol is well documented and many parents, families and communities have suffered and are struggling to respond. Bishop Michael Router Episode two of the ‘Leave Your Mark’ podcast is now available focusing on the issue of addiction. The Irish Bishops’ Drugs Initiative …
Arrangements for funerals in Newry Parish
A message from Canon Francis Brown, Adm. 4 July 2022 As you know there is only Fr. Alphonsus and myself in the parish full time. Fr. Robert has gone back to Poland. We are very fortunate to have Fr. Callum on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. I would like to ask your consideration when arranging funerals, as we have other duties in the …
Archbishop’s message: Do it for Daniel Appeal
Dear Parishioners, I commend to your attention the current appeal for people to consider joining the Bone Marrow Register, in response to the appeal on behalf of young Daniel Greer from Newry. With kindest regards, Archbishop Eamon Martin https://www.dkms.org.uk/register-now Do it for Daniel Appeal We, the friends, and family of Daniel Greer have set up a social media appeal to …
Video: Mass Rock
The Annual Pilgrimage to Mass Rock, Ballyholland took place on Sunday, 26th June 2022. Thank you to all those who braved lashing rain to attend. You can watch a recording of the Mass below.
Does the summer holiday season fill you with dread?
Does the thought of the upcoming summer holiday season fill you with delight or dread? Apparently two-thirds of parents dread the holidays as they don’t know how to keep their children occupied. If you are a working parent, then your problems multiply from arranging leave at peak times to finding childcare – it means the thought of the 8-week school summer …
Corpus Christi Procession Photo Gallery
The Corpus Christi Procession retuned to Newry on Sunday 19th June 2022 after a two year absence due to the pandemic. The procession began at St. Mary’s Church, Chapel Street at 3pm and continued along Chapel Street, Abbey Yard, William Street, John Mitchel Place, Hill Street, ending at the Cathedral with Benediction and blessing by Archbishop Eamon Martin. Photo credit …
Obligation to attend Sunday and Holy Day Mass
With the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, it is encouraging to see a return to a fuller liturgical life in our parishes. Thankful that we can once again gather as communities of faith, the Irish Bishops have announced that attending Mass on Sunday and Holydays of Obligation has from Easter Sunday (17th April 2022) once again be deemed an essential expression …