Pope Francis 17th December 1936 – 21st April 2025 The news of Pope Francis’s death on Easter Monday morning has left the Catholic Church and our world in deep sadness and grief. Pope Francis will be remembered for his humility, compassion and unwavering commitment to the poor. He brought a fresh pastoral approach to the papacy. His emphasis on God’s
Month of May: This Thursday 1st May begins the month of Mary. During this month people pray the rosary and visit Grottos and shrines associated with the Blessed Virgin Mary.
First Friday of May: Friday 2nd May. Mass will be celebrated at 10am in St Mary’s Church Quin.
Mass for Pope Francis: Mass will be offered for the happy repose of Pope Francis in St Mary’s Church, Quin on this Wednesday at 10am.
Easter Holy Water: Easter Holy Water is available in all our churches of the parish in special containers. We ask you to bring your own bottle to fill. We are trying in our own small way to reduce and reuse, especially plastic.
Blessing of New Life: A date for your diary -The Abbey Pastoral Area, in association with the Pastoral Council, invite all expectant parents to a blessing for the gift of new life on Tuesday 13th May at 8.30pm in St Mary’s Church Quin.
World Youth Day: World Youth Day is the largest youth event in the world and in this Jubilee year of Hope 2025 Rome will host this event from 27th July until 3rd August. The Diocese of Killaloe will be sending 20 young people to Rome to be part of this world event. If you are over 18 years and have
Trócaire: A Gentle reminder to return your Trócaire box or offering. Thank you to all who have done so already.