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The Synthesis of the Consultation in Ireland for the Diocesan Stage of the Universal Synod 2021-2023 has been forwarded to the General Secretariat of the Synod, in Rome, and published by the Catholic Church in Ireland. The 29-page document is the result of Synodal Pathway conversations at Parish, Diocesan, and national level, among the faithfulContinue reading “Synodal Pathway: Irish Synthesis Document Published”

It is with a heavy heart that we learn today that Fr Des Hillery will be leaving Nenagh after ten great years as our Parish Priest/Co-PP. The 2022 Killaloe Diocesan appointments this afternoon, stated that “Fr. Pat Gilbert, returning from leave of absence will be Co-PP in Odhrán Pastoral area and VF and to resideContinue reading “Statement from Nenagh Parish Pastoral Council – Fr Des Hillery”

Congratulations to all our young people in the CBS, Convent of Mercy and Gaelscoil who celebrated their Communion for the First Time and to the young people in the CBS and Convent of Mercy who celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation recently. A word of appreciation to the principals, teachers and all the staff in theContinue reading “Communion and Confirmation”

Following our Extended Evening Prayers for Peace in Ukraine, please download the prayer card by clicking on the link below.

Do you wish to book an Anniversary or Month’s Mind Mass for a loved one? You can do so in the usual way by contacting the Parish Office. To guarantee inclusion in the weekend newsletter, however, we ask that all bookings are completed by noon on the previous Thursday.

In light of the recent announcement by Bishop Fintan of the diocesan changes and the significance for Odhran Pastoral Area, we as a group of parishes are being asked to adapt to the ever-changing challenges facing us. The priests of Odhran Pastoral Area met and discussed the current situation. The decision of the meeting wasContinue reading “Odhran Pastoral Area Changes – A Statement from Fr Des Hillery”

Fr Ger Nash, Director of Pastoral Development for the Diocese of Killaloe and a long-time friend of Nenagh Parish, has been appointed Bishop of the Diocese of Ferns by Pope Francis. According to the Catholic Communications Office, Gerard Nash was born on 27 February 1959 at Glandree in the parish of Tulla, Co Clare.  HisContinue reading “Pope Francis Appoints Friend of Nenagh Parish as Bishop of Ferns”

The Diocese of Limerick presents a webinar, Exploring the Role of Women in Church Leadership, this coming Monday, 10 May, at 7.30pm.

Members of the Nenagh Parish Covid Management Group met last night to sign off on final confirmation that Worship in Person will return in our churches from next Monday at 8am in St Mary of the Rosary. Our very own Parish Army of Volunteer Stewards and Sanitizers stand ready to go back into service andContinue reading “It’s Official…Mass in Person is Coming Back in Nenagh!”

As you know by now, following the government’s latest announcement, Mass in the presence of a congregation will return to Ireland very soon. In response to this excellent news, the Nenagh Parish Covid Management Group will meet virtually this Friday evening to commence the work of ensuring a safe return in our parish churches. WhileContinue reading “Mass In Person Will Return Soon!”