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Archdiocese of Armagh - Safeguarding Briefing

  Sunday 15th February 2026: Safeguarding Briefing (to be read out at Masses)    This briefing can be read out at Mass on the weekend of 14th and 15th February 2026 and may be read by the Parish Safeguarding Representative, Pastoral Council Chair or the Priest.  Good morning/afternoon/evening everyone. [My name is (name), and I am the Parish Safeguarding Repres...

Annual Day of Prayer for Survivors & Victims of Abuse in the Catholic Church in Ireland

  Dear Parish Safeguarding Representatives, Please find attached a letter from Archbishop Eamon and Stephen Sherry, Director of Safeguarding, along with supporting documents.   Kind regards, Pierce Fox Pierce Fox KM, PSD Administrative Officer   Dear Father, Deacon, Parish Safeguarding Representative, Annual Day of Prayer for Survivors & Victims of A...

St Patrick’s Way Pilgrim Walk 14 March 2025 Downpatrick

  ☘️Don’t miss a DIVINE invitation to come on St Patrick's Way Pilgrim Walk in Downpatrick with guides Martina Purdy and Elaine Kelly on Saturday March 14 in honour of Ireland's patron saint and the 25th Anniversary of The Saint Patrick Centre.   Includes the fabulous 180° IMAX film of St Patrick, with internal bus transfers, pilgrimage lunch, an authentic C...

St Patrick’s Charismatic Prayer Group Each Wednesday Reflection and Preparation for Easter

  The link below is for our prayer Group Meeting. St Patrick’s Charismatic Prayer Group Meeting Meeting ID.  867 4945 7035      Passcode: 374560  See attached flyer for further details. ...

“Come and See” Carmelite Way of Life Donnybrook, Dublin 28 February 10.30am – 4pm

  "Come and See” Carmelite Way of Life Donnybrook, Dublin 28 February 10.30am – 4pm ...

Spiritual Exercises: 5 Day Silent Ignatian Retreat for Men Benburb Priory 30 April 2026

  Led by Benedictine monks from St. Joseph Abbey, in France.   Starts Thursday 30th April (3pm). Benburb Priory, Co. Tyrone (1.5 hrs from Dublin). €450 (all meals & single room included).  Daily Mass - Ordinary Form (Latin & ad orientem). Discover the strength that only comes when you stop running and let God speak. Book at: https:/...

Contemplative Dominican Monastic Vocation Discernment weekends

  In the Monastery of St. Catherine of Siena, The Twenties, Drogheda, Co. Louth.  A92KR84, from the 20th – 22nd of March 2026 and the 17th – 19th April 2026.   For single women between the ages of 18- 35 years old.   Please contact: Sr. Mairead O.P. at : sienavoc@gmail.com  Tel: 041 9838524  ...

Catholic Couples — Date Night 18 April @ 7 Armagh City Hotel

  Join us for an unforgettable evening with Mark & Anne O’Leary — inspiring talks, laughter, faith, and a gorgeous 4‑course meal!  Sat 18 April at 7pm in Armagh City Hotel Fun prizes • Great atmosphere • A perfect night out together!   For more information of to book contact: info@catholicmothers.ie ...

Marriage Enrichment Weekend 20 – 22 March 2026 St Mary’s Retreat Centre, Knock

  Marriage Enrichment has, for many years, supported married couples in their Sacrament of Matrimony by offering them a sacred space to deepen their relationship, renew their commitment, and grow together through reflection, prayer, and dialogue.  ...

Residental Vocational Discernment Weekend Drumalis Retreat Centre 6-8 March

  The Vocations Directors of the North of Ireland have arranged for a Residential Vocational Discernment Weekend which will take place in Drumalis Retreat Centre, Larne from March 6th to 8th.   Anyone interested in attending are asked to contact the Archdiocese of Armagh Vocations Director - Fr Barry Matthews on armaghpriest@gmail.com to book a free place.    We en...