‘No one can come to the Father, except through me’

by | May 5, 2023 | News

In our readings this week, we continue to follow the infant church, and with them ponder the words Jesus gave us at the Last Supper. The First Reading shows how the disciples faced the growing tension between the Greek and Hebrew traditions. After discernment and...

A few words from Fr Joe……………….

by | May 5, 2023 | News

I was just popping into Supervalu in Blackrock when I heard someone call out my name, Fr Joeeeeeee. From the tone of her greeting I knew it was someone who was surprised, delighted and joyful to see me! I turned to see the smiling faces of two ladies who had been...

Their eyes were opened and they recognized him

by | Apr 21, 2023 | News

The readings for this week are full of reminders of what Jesus’s resurrection has brought for us. Joy, Glory, Praise, Hope and Faith are all woven through each reading, inviting us to share again in the Eastertide celebration. In the First Reading, Peter reminds the...

A few words from Fr Joe…………..

by | Apr 21, 2023 | News

We had a few sunny days this week which I’m sure everyone enjoyed. One parishioner mentioned that she had gone to a Garden Centre to buy some bedding plants and found the car park so packed that she couldn’t find a space. Obviously, many people are thinking about the...

Rejoice!

by | Apr 4, 2023 | News

I have journeyed with Jesus through the sorrow of Holy Week, in whatever way was possible for me. Now I pray for the grace to know gladness, and the glory and joy of my Risen Lord in this Easter season. The Easter readings tell of the ways in which the first disciples...