The NI Executive has outlined a five-stage recovery plan for the phased easing of restrictions that had been placed upon movement and public gatherings in response to Covid-19. This phased recovery plan is to be cautiously welcomed by all as a sign of hope and progression in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. We are able to take such steps …
Archbishop’s message to the sick and those in care
A video-message from Archbishop Eamon Martin.
Virtual Lourdes Pilgrimage 2020 12th – 17th May
As we are unable to visit Lourdes in May this year, the Executive has developed a virtual programme to help those who wish to join in prayer through the internet during the pilgrimage dates. The table below sets out the programme. Dromore Diocesan Lourdes Virtual Ceremonies 12th – 17th May 2020 Tue 12th May @ 7pm – Opening Mass of …
Fraudulent callers
The Diocese of Down and Connor has become aware of a fraudulent scam targeting vulnerable people within parishes and has shared this advisory. Unscrupulous individuals are calling with vulnerable people and offering to take their weekly parish envelopes to the Church and also offering to do their shopping but wanting cash up front. These fraudulent scams are criminal and have …
Celebration of Gratitude and Hope
St Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh to present Celebration of Gratitude and Hope In response to the Covid – 19 Pandemic, Archbishop Eamon Martin will lead a special Celebration of Gratitude and Hope in St Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh, on Sunday 10th May at 7.30pm. He will be joined on the evening by well-known and talented singers Karl McGuckin and Malachi Cush. It …
Letter and message from Archbishop Eamon to A-Level students
DIOCESE OF DROMOREMost Rev Eamon Martin DDApostolic AdministratorBishop’s House44 Armagh RoadNewryCo. Down BT35 6PN 5th May 2020 Dear A-Level students, I want to let you know that you are especially in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. In recent weeks I have received letters and emails asking me to remember you in my Masses and rosaries. I know …
Church leaders want churches reopened for prayer
Ireland’s Church leaders have said it is too early for collective worship to resume but, in this morning’s Irish Times, Archbishop Eamon Martin has appealed for church buildings to re-open for private prayer as soon as is safely possible “When you lock the doors of a church there is a visceral symbolic statement being made. …Even though the numbers will …
Videos: St. Mary’s Cemetery Service
Video recordings of the Cemetery Sunday Service for Saint Mary’s Cemetery. Gospel Reading and Homily Blessing of Graves and Rosary Archbishops Message and Blessing
Nightly Rosary on the Webcam
We are pleased to announce that, starting Wednesday 29th April, our nightly rosary and prayers will be broadcast both on Facebook Live AND on the Newry Cathedral webcam at 9pm every night. We do hope that you will join our spiritual family for prayer each night at 9pm. Click here to view.