Author Archives: Nenagh Parish

It is with a world of sadness that we in Nenagh Parish have learned of the passing of Christina Hoctor of Melrose, Nenagh. For three decades, Mrs Hoctor served as the Sacristan at St Mary of the Rosary church where she undertook her duties with enormous reverence, diligence and a smile. In late-2018 she wasContinue reading “RIP Mrs Hoctor: Former Sacristan of St Mary of the Rosary”

Nenagh Parish is delighted to announce that the doors of St Mary of the Rosary Church will open at 3.45am on Saturday, 6 May, just ahead of the Darkness Into Light walk through Nenagh. Whether you are a regular Mass-goer or not, whether you are a person of the Catholic/Christian faith or not, whether youContinue reading “Nenagh Parish Welcomes Darkness Into Light Walkers”

Following our initial introduction to the necessity of lay involvement in church ministry, we are holding a meeting of all interested members of our parish community, in the meeting room in St. John the Baptist Church on Tuesday 7 February at 7.30pm. Fr. Michael Collins will speak on the situation that exists in the churchContinue reading “Where are we going? An Invitation.”

It is with enormous sadness we have learned of the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. The former Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger ascended to the Papacy during challenging times for the world and those whose trust was betrayed by some members of the church. He became Pope during a time of war in Iraq and Afghanistan.Continue reading “Pope Benedict XVI – 1927-2022”

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”