Pastoral Council

A Parish Pastoral Council was formally established in the parish of Quin-Clooney-Maghera in June 2006.  This is in line with recommendations from the Vatican and the Irish Catholic Hierarchy and reflects changes taking place in the Church worldwide.  The PPC represents a partnership of priests and laypeople sharing responsibility for the pastoral care of the parish and planning for its future.  It exists to provide service and support to individuals and families, and to affirm and encourage other parish groups in their respective ministries.  It is not ‘in charge’ of the parish.  Rather, it will be at the service of the parish taking charge of itself.  Currently, there are 15 laypeople on the PPC and these will obtain training to assist them in their work.  According to a Constitution that the PPC has adopted, each layperson must retire after three years, to make way for new volunteers.

Chairperson:  Patricia Dillon – 083130656

Secretary: Pamela McGrath Tel: 086 249 3493

In the name of God we go on this holiday. May God the Father be with us, God the son protect us, and God the Holy Spirit be by our side. Lord, be our guide and our protector on the holiday we are about to take. Watch over us, Protect us from accidents. Keep us free from harm to body

Eight podcasts, celebrating the 1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicea have been published by Knock Shrine. Fr Eugene Duffy, a priest of Achonry Diocese, speaks to a number of guests about the teachings of our faith as outlined in the Nicene Creed. They are now available, via Knock Shrine Website. This is a good resource and helps us to

September 24th – 29th Franciscan Pilgrimage

September 29th – October 4th Diocesan Autumn Pilgrimage.

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