A few words from Fr Joe…………………..

by | Sep 1, 2023 | News

On one of the rare warm sunny evenings during the summer I sat on a wall in Blackrock. The sun was setting across the wide expanse of sand, and lots of young people had congregated. I noticed three boys sharing a pizza, some girls taking pics for their Instagram,...

‘But you, who do you say I am?’

by | Aug 25, 2023 | News

Today’s readings focus on the way God looks on the lowly, the ones who need help. The Gospel encourages us to reflect on our own faith in Jesus. As we seek to answer truthfully Jesus’s question about his identity, we may also ponder on Peter, a simple fisherman, who...

A few words from Fr Joe…………………..

by | Aug 25, 2023 | News

I saw a message online from Charlie Bird with an update on his condition and mention that he is now under hospice care where he lives in Wicklow. He said that his great hope is to meet his end, at home, surrounded by those who love him the most. He also gave a little...

‘Come to me, and I will give you rest’

by | Jul 7, 2023 | News

Praise to God and joy in God’s merciful love, justice and peace are themes which run through the readings for this Sunday. The First Reading from Zechariah describes how God will defeat his enemies and establish himself as king – not through war and aggression, but...

A few words from Fr Joe……………..

by | Jun 30, 2023 | News

Last weekend we began the Summer Schedule for the Sunday Masses. As you know we just reduced the number of Masses across the three parishes in our partnership by 2, suspending the 10.00am in Kilmacud and the 11.30am in Mount Merrion. This left both parishes with their...

‘Peace be with you!’

by | May 29, 2023 | News

‘Peace be with you!’ With these words the Risen Lord stood amongst his fear-filled followers (Gospel). He breathed the Holy Spirit upon them. With their hearts filled with joy, Jesus sent them out to bring the fire of his love to all. With the Holy Spirit transforming...