Guided Tours of Newry Cathedral
From an outlawed faith community worshiping secretly in the wilderness to the builders of a magnificent temple, from a swamp near the riverside to a majestic gothic edifice, from Newry architects and craftsmen to continental artisans, the almost 200-year story of Newry Cathedral is full of surprises. Join our experts for a 90-minute tour of the cathedral to hear the …
DIOCESAN PASTORAL COUNCIL
Bishop McAreavey wishes to establish a Diocesan Pastoral Council and has invited Newry Pastoral Area to nominate three members. Anyone wishing to be considered for a place on the Council is invited to complete an expression of interest form which may be obtained from the Parish Office. Completed forms should be returned in a sealed envelope to the Administrator by …
Veritas: Newry’s Church-Owned Religious Shop
Did you know: Veritas in Newry, on The Mall is owned by the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference? As Ireland’s leading religious publisher and retailer, Veritas’ primary function is to serve the needs of the Irish Church. By shopping at Veritas, you are supporting your parish and your church. Visit the Veritas in Newry Facebook page. Veritas Newry 40-41 The Mall …
Newry Parish Council’s Annual Report is out now
The Parish Council’s Annual Report is out now. Please click here to download the Newry Parish Pastoral Council Annual Report 2015/16.
St Mary’s Church – hidden gems of workmanship
St Mary’s Church – hidden gems of workmanship in days long gone By Paul McCormack As you pass St Mary’s Church you can see the daily advances made as the renovations continue and the workmen toil towards the completion of the work on the ‘Old Church.’ With the old plaster removed and the external walls stripped bare, several interesting facts …
Feature article: St Mary’s Church, Rock of Ages
Rock of Ages by Paul McCormack St Mary’s Church the ‘Old Chapel’ on Chapel Street has been Newry’s Rock of Ages since 1789. Standing proudly at the head of Chapel Street, watching over the graveyard below, the Church is currently undergoing a major restoration and the work to the façade has revealed a tapestry of how Newry society was over …