Westport Parish

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320   CRIB OFFERINGS: Offerings at the Crib are in aid of UNICEF Children’s Emergency Fund. “Please help save a child this Christmas   DON’T WANT THEM? DON’T NEED THEM? RE-GIFT THEM: Westport Eco Congregation is hosting a “REGIFTING SUNDAY”  – gifts can be left In the back of St Marys Church beside the statue of St. Patrick on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th. Eco Congregation also encourages worshipers to drop their unwanted gifts into charity shops themselves!   DATES FOR YOUR DIARY: Thursday 16 th April 2026 Confirmation At 12.00noon Saturday 9 th May 2026 1 st  Holy Communion at 1.00p.m. Saturday 16 th May 2026 1 st  Holy Communion 1.00p.m. Lecanvey/Murrisk 1 st Holy Communion Saturday 23 rd May at 1.00p.m.   WESTPORT PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL   MEETING : Monday Jan 19 th  at 8. 00p.m.in the Presbytery.   WESTPORT PARISH APPRECIATION NIGHT: For all those involved in our Parish Pastoral Ministry Friday February 6 th  at 7.00p.m. in the Castlecourt Hotel.   The   2026 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will take place from 18 to 25 January : The theme this year is  "One Body, One Spirit" , based on Ephesians 4.   ALL ARE WARMLY INVITED TO: A Public Celebration of THE reopening of Holy Trinity Church Westport with the Rt Revd Bishop Michael Burrows, on Friday 23 rd January 2026 at 7.30pm in Holy Trinity Church. Followed by refreshments at Carrowbeg House   GRIEF CIRCLE: Grief Circle. Quay Community Centre (F28H1K6) on Wednesday 14th of January 8PM until 9PM. Facilitated by Grief Counsellor Tereasa McGuire. Meetings every second Wednesday of the month.   NEW YEAR RESOLUTION SUGGESTION: Visit and view our Westport parish website @ www.westportparish.ie . This week featuring Gena Heraty   CAR CHILD SEATS: Check It Fits… 29 th  Jan. at Totally Toys.   MEN OF ST JOSEPH:  The next monthly meeting of the Tuam Archdiocese "Men of St Joseph" group will take place on Sunday 11th of January at 7pm sharp in the Blessed Sacrament chapel Tuam (H54 T656). This month’s guest speaker will be lecturer and Philosopher Prof. Robert McNamara. Prof McNamara will speak about men's role in the family and the Theology of the Body. MOSJ was established to promote Faith, Formation, and Fraternity among Christian men in the Archdiocese. We look forward to welcoming new members each month. Enquires to frmarkquinn@tuamparish.com     THANK’S FROM ST MARY’S YOUTH: Our Bake sale event held before Christmas to support Gena Heraty's Orphanage and youth faith activities raised €750. We wish to thank all who so generously to support these worthy causes.   POPE LEO’S INTENTIONS: JAN. 2026 FOR PRAYER WITH THE WORD OF GOD: Let us pray that praying with the word of God be nourishment for our lives and a source of hope in our communities, helping us to build a more fraternal and missionary Church.   MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT: Sunday 22nd March 2026 at St. Mary's Retreat Centre, Knock, Co. Mayo. 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.    PRAYER GUIDE: How to Begin Your Day with Prayer1. Start with Gratitude - Thank God for a new day.2. Ask for Guidance- Invite Him to lead your steps.3. Seek Strength- Pray for wisdom, courage, and peace.4. Bless Others- Lift up your loved ones and those in need5. End with Trust- Place the whole day in God's hands.Short Morning PrayersPrayer for Strength Lord, thank You for this morning. Be my strength, quide my thoughts and bless my steps todav. Amen. Prayer for Peace Father, calm my heart and mind. Let me walk in Your peace and share Your love with others. Amen   THE FEAST OF BAPTISM OF THE LORD: This weekend we renew our Baptismal promises with special prayer and Blessing at mass   Scan this QR code for a link to Westport Parish Website.

Irish charity worker Gena Heraty has said she “prays all the time” for the men who kidnapped her in Haiti in August 2025. It has been four months since the Mayo native was held hostage from August 4 to August 29 in Haiti, where she works as an aid worker, supporting adults and children with special needs. Ms Heraty said “she wished to God” that there was another option for young men in Haiti who “get dragged into this kind of a life”, other than working for what she described as their “gang leaders.” "The thing about life is, you can be petrified, and still feel sad for people who are terrifying you,” said Ms Heraty, who added that her captors told her that they were “working for the devil”. Speaking today on RTÉ’s News at One programme, Ms Heraty said that being able to see those who were also held captive on a regular basis was helpful to “chat through things” and “laugh at some things”. Despite being a victim of an intruder attack in Haiti in 2013, she feels that Haiti is no more unsafe than many other places in the world. "Is it wise for people to get into cars, when you have car accidents every day of the week?” Ms Heraty said, justifying her decision to remain there and continue her work. "This is where I live, this is where my home is, this is where the children that I’m committed to are. "These children with disabilities deserve to be loved and taken care of, and provided with the best services.” Ms Heraty said that no matter how tough things got in Haiti, her work must continue. "When bad things happen, you just have to double your efforts to do good things – and we’re doing that,” Ms Heraty said. "When you love people you worry about them,” she said. She admitted that leaving home after her visit before Christmas was particularly difficult, as she saw first-hand the level of concern and anxiety that her family contend with, regarding her choice to live and work in a country that experiences such unrest. She thanked all of those who prayed for her during her time in captivity, and wants to assure the public that she is safe.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320   CRIB OFFERINGS: Offerings at the Crib are in aid of UNICEF Children’s Emergency Fund. “Please help save a child this Christmas   DON’T WANT THEM? DON’T NEED THEM? RE-GIFT THEM  REGIFTING WEEKEND 10th & 11th JANUARY 2026   If we want to move to a more circular economy we need to start sharing , reusing , repairing , and recycling  things we already have and extending the life of items as long as possible.  We all agree that there is a growing emphasis on sustainability and environmental consciousness. Regifting  aligns with the principles of reducing waste and minimising our carbon footprint, as it extends the life of an item that might otherwise go unused or discarded. With the global awareness of environmental challenges,   many people now view regifting  as a responsible and eco-friendly practice. On top of that, Charity shops will gain much needed income from our regifting .  Westport Eco Congregation is hosting a REGIFTING  Sunday – gifts can be left In the back of St Marys Church beside the statue of St. Patrick after the masses on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th. Eco Congregation also encourages worshipers to drop their unwanted gifts into charity shops themselves!   HOLY DAY 6 TH  JANUARY 2026 FEAST OF EPIPHANY: Vigil Mass Mon. 5th Jan. @ 6.30p.m. Westport. 5 TH Jan Drummin & Lecanvey 8.00p.m. 6 th January Kilmeena 9.30a.m. & Westport 11.00a.m.   GROW IN LOVE MASS: Next weekend we celebrate the Grow in Love Mass with the 1 st  Holy Communion classes, this month’s theme is Baptism. Saturday 10 th  Jan Lecanvey 8.00p.m. Sunday 11 th  Jan Kilmeena 9.30a.m. Westport 11.00a.m.    CHILDREN’S ROSARY AT ST MARY’S CHURCH: 0n Sunday 11th January at 10:20 am, before 11 am Mass. Children and teens of all ages are welcome to come and learn to pray the Rosary. Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian at all times. For any questions, please call or text: 086  389 5771      www.ChildrensRosary.org     POST COMMUNION PRAYER Lord Jesus,I give you my hands to do your work,I give you my feet to go your way,I give you my eyes to see as you do,I give you my tongue to speak yourwords,I give you my mind that you maythink in me,I give you my spirit that you maypray in me.Above all, I give you my heart thatyou may love in me.Amen.   DATES FOR YOUR DIARY: Thursday 16 th April 2026 Confirmation At 12.00noon Saturday 9 th May 2026 1 st  Holy Communion at 1.00p.m. Saturday 16 th May 2026 1 st  Holy Communion 1.00p.m. Lecanvey/Murrisk 1 st Holy Communion Saturday 23 rd May at 1.00p.m.   WESTPORT PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL   MEETING : Monday Jan 19 th  at 8. 00p.m.in the Presbytery.   WESTPORT PARISH APPRECIATION NIGHT: For all those involved in our Parish Pastoral Ministry Friday February 6 th at 7.00p.m. in the Castlecourt Hotel.   NEW YEAR: Wishing you peace and joy and may your New Year be filled with many blessings.   Scan this QR code for alink to Westport Parish Website.

Offering a Mass for a special intention is a long-standing tradition in the Catholic Church. Masses are offered for many reasons: in remembrance of someone who is deceased; for someone who is ill; for someone celebrating a special occasion. Weekly Mass List Offering a Mass for a special intention is a long-standing tradition in the Catholic Church. Masses are offered for many reasons: in remembrance of someone who is deceased; for someone who is ill; for someone celebrating a special occasion. Mass Intentions are published weekly in the Sunday bulletin. Mass Intentions can be requested for loved ones, both living and deceased. Mass is celebrated on a specific day where your loved one's name will be remembered during the Prayers of the Faithful. The intention will also be listed on the parish calendar and in the bulletin. Westport: 10.00a.m. Saturday 17th January 2026 1.Tommy Hastings, Derrygorman. 2.Petie Joe Corcoran, Castlebar Street. 3.Patricia Walsh, Parents Peter & Ellen, Midgefield. 4.Séan Scott, Ballinrobe Road. DM of Scott & Gibbons families. 5.Mary Dunning, Admore. 6.Mary Murphy, St.Mary’s Cres. DM of Murphy & Fleming families . Westport: 10.00a.m. Friday 16th January 2026 1.Henry & Peggy O’Toole, daughter Margaret 2.Pakie & Ann Gallagher, Carnaclay 3.Seamus & Martha O’Malley, Horkans Hill. 4.Allyson Lawless-Campion. Westport: 10.00a.m. Thursday 15th January 2026 1. Mary & John Mulloy, Achill & Northampton Westport: 10.00a.m. Wednesday 14th January 2026 1. John Gallagher Westport: 10.00a.m. Tuesday 13th January 2026 Mark Kavanagh. Laddie, Cait & Noel Griffith. Westport: 10.00a.m. Monday 12th January 2026 1.Michael Harrington, Knockroskey. 2.Mary Kate & Broddie O’Toole, & DFM. Quay 3.Teresa Duncan. Westport: 11.00a.m. Sunday 11th January 2026 Months Mind: Maureen Byrne, St. Mary's Crescent Westport Saturday 10th January 2026 1.Eoin O’Donnell, grandparents, Jack & Josie O’Donnell Mary & Tony Campbell & Mary Mc Loughlin. 2.Séan Mulroy, Peter Street & DFM. 3.Johnny Mc Nally, Pinewoods. 4.Padraig Walsh, son Kevin, grandson Alan & D.M. of Walsh & Carroll families. 5.Tom King, Rosbeg & Carrowholly Westport Saturday 10th 6.30p.m. Months Mind: Vincent Moran, Springfield Drive 1st Anniversary: Paddy McGirr Lecanvey 10th January at 8.00p.m. 1. May & Michael O'Toole Westport Friday 9th January 2026 1.Dominic Moran & DFM. Bridge Street. 2.Paddy & Kathleen Geraghty, son Padraig, Carnaclay Westport Thursday 8th January 2026 1.Alice & Austin Kerrigan, Worcester & Cogaula. 2.Annie & Tommie Bourke, Farnaght, son Seamus & Ciss Cottingham. Westport Wednesday 7th January 2026 1.John & Kathleen Mc Kenna. 2.Mary B. & Johnnie Gavin, Tubberhill & D.M. of Grimes & Gavin families. 3.Nadiia. Westport Tuesday 6th January 2026 1.Marian Keane, Ardygommon 2.Jackie O’Grady, Cliften 3.Peter O’Grady 4.Joseph Kelly, Tyrone Westport Monday 5th January 2026 .Martin & Bridget Nally, brother Jimmy & brother-in-law Malachy Keane 6.30p.m. Vigil Mass eve of Epiphany. Westport Sunday 4th January 2026 Months Mind: Reana Cotter-nee O’Connell Westport: 10.00a.m. Saturday 3rd January 2026 Triona Kelly, Sheeaune Patsy & Mary Lavelle, Castlebar Rd. Harry & Josie Hughes, John's Row & Jnr Ray King, Castlebar St. Drummin: 8.00p.m. Saturday 3rd January 2026 No Intentions Lecanvey: 8.00p.m. Saturday 3rd January 2026 Michael Cummins Babs Gavin & son Michael Joe DM of Groden family Westport: 6.30p.m. Saturday 3rd January 2026 Months Mind: Carmel Conway, Croy Westport: 10.00a.m. Friday 2nd January 2026 1. Months Mind: Kathleen Lyons, Sandyhill 2. DM of Powers Families Westport: 10.00a.m. Thursday 1st January 2025 World Day of Peace 1. Winnie & John Cameron, St. Mary’s Crescent & DM of Lehane & Cameron families. 2. DM of the O Grady family & Lynn families Westport: 10.00a.m. Wednesday 31st December 2025 1. Catherine Conway, Clareview 2. Mary Mc Nally, Lower Quay & DFM. 3. Vinny & Bridie McMenamin, Belclare, their son Michael 4. Frank Reynolds, Lodge Rd. & DFM 5. Pauline O Kelly, Ballinrobe Rd & Roscahill, Kilmeena 6. Annie, Patrick, Chris & P.J. Heneghan & DFM Westport: 10.00a.m. Tuesday 30th December 2025 1. John & Nano Moore, Croy 2. Paddy Gallagher, Belclare 3. Ann Hope, Newport Rd, DFM of Hope families Mullingar Jack & Nan Kenny, Newport Rd. DFM Kenny Families 4. Mark Kavanagh 5. Michael Thomas & Catherine Gallagher, Annie & Kevin Kelly. 6. Sal & Paid Kilcoyne, Castlebar Rd. Westport: 10.00a.m. Monday 29th December 2025 1. Michael & Margaret Gannon, Kilmeena son Owen & daughter Ann 2. Dan & Margaret Bourke, sons Jimmy, Tommy & daughter Agnes Timothy 3. David Joseph Williams 4. John James & Frances Flynn, Fr. Angelus Park DFM 5. Jack & Patricia Gannon & their daughter Celine Grady DM of McGreevy & Gannon families 6. Celsus Gannon DFM Westport: 11.00a.m. Sunday 28th December 2025 Months Mind : Carmel McNally, Pinewoods Westport: 10.00a.m. Saturday 27th December 2025 1.Ronan O.Connor, Loughloon 2.Peter & Nora Murphy, Fr. Angelus Park. 3.Bina Fanning & DFM. Pearse Terrace 4.Margaret & John Horkan, & DFM. 5.Carmel Scahill, Celtic Court Lecanvey: 8.00p.m. Saturday 27th December 2025 1.1st Anniversary: Padraic Geraghty, Kilsallagh 2. Paddy Scott & Remembering his wife Nuala, Thornhill 3. Paddy Joe & Eileen Leonard, son Paul & sister in law Josephine Drummin: 8.00p.m. Saturday 27th December 2025 No Intentions Westport: 6.30p.m. Saturday 27th December 2025 1st Anniversary: John Gavin (Tiler), Loughloon DM of Gavin & Mc Greal families Westport: 10.00a.m. Friday 26th December 2025 1.Paddy & Josie Geraghty, Tonranny, Julie & Joe Walsh & Martin & Grace Geraghty, Louisburgh 2.P.J. Kelly 3.Michael Lavelle, Slogger. 4.David Henning. 5.James Noonan 6.Patricia & Desmond Langan, DM of Fox & Langan families.

Community & Spiritual Connection image.png 3 (1).jpg image.png 1/9 Gena Heraty - ‘We pray for them all the time’ Learn More Discover the schools in our parish — visit our new Schools Listing for details on local primary and post-primary schools. our SCHOOLS Newsletter Week Beginning 11th January 2026 BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320 CRIB OFFERINGS: Offerings at the Crib are in aid of UNICEF Children’s Emergency Fund. “Please help save a child this Christmas DON’T WANT THEM? DON’T NEED THEM? RE-GIFT THEM: Westport Eco Congregation is hosting a “REGIFTING SUNDAY” – gifts can be left In the back of St Marys Church beside the statue of St. Patr Newsletter 3 min read ‘We pray for them all the time’ – Gena Heraty on the people who kidnapped her in Haiti last year Irish charity worker Gena Heraty has said she “prays all the time” for the men who kidnapped her in Haiti in August 2025. It has been four months since the Mayo native was held hostage from August 4 to August 29 in Haiti, where she works as an aid worker, supporting adults and children with special needs. Ms Heraty said “she wished to God” that there was another option for young men in Haiti who “get dragged into this kind of a life”, other than working for what she described 2 min read Newsletter week begining 4th January 2026. BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320 CRIB OFFERINGS: Offerings at the Crib are in aid of UNICEF Children’s Emergency Fund. “Please help save a child this Christmas DON’T WANT THEM? DON’T NEED THEM? RE-GIFT THEM REGIFTING WEEKEND 10th & 11th JANUARY 2026 If we want to move to a more circular economy we need to start sharing , reusing , repairing , Newsletter 2 min read Adult Faith and Human Formation Classes Date and time is TBD Westport Learn more Mass Times & Confessions WESTPORT • St. Mary's Church Weekend Masses: Saturday, 6.30 p.m. (First Mass of Sunday) [vigil]Sunday, 11:00amour our live camera: CLICK our Mass listing: CLICK Weekday Masses: Monday to Saturday at 10am Adoration Adoration 8.00am – 8.00pm each day except Tuesday.Adoration finishes at 7.00pm in adoration room and moves to St. Mary’s Church from 7.00pm – 8.00pm Confessions: Saturday, 12.30pm - 1 pm. or at other times by calling to the Presbytery. Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick: During the 10:00am Mass on the first Saturday of each month. This is a Sacrament of the Church, and not just a blessing. It is offered to those of advancing years who may be struggling daily with the challenges of old age. It is also offered to those with a diagnosed medical condition, or those awaiting a diagnosis. It is recommended that this Sacrament only be received one each month. CLARE ISLAND • Church of the Sacred Heart Mass is celebrated three weekends out of four in Clare Island. Check locally for details, Friday Evening Mass: 8.00 pm Saturday Masses: 9.00am INISHTURK ISLAND • St. Columba’s Church Mass is celebrated one weekend out of four in Inishturk. Check locally for details. Friday Evening Mass: 8.00 pm, (Summer and Winter)Saturday Mass: 9. 00 am, (Summer and Winter) LECANVEY • St. Patrick's Church Saturday evening 8:00pm DRUMMIN • St. Mary's Church Saturday evening 8:00pm FAHY • Church Of The Holy Family Friday evening 7:00pm (this will cover the Sunday obligation) KILMEENA • St. Brendan's Church Sunday morning 9:30am CROAGH PATRICK • St. Patrick’s Oratory Annual Reek Sunday pilgrimage last Sunday of July Masses: Every hour from 8am Confessions on the summit continuously from 7.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Garland Friday (Friday before Reek Sunday). Mass: On the summit 10.00 a.m. and in Murrisk car park at 7.30 p.m. Feast of the Assumption (15 Aug) Community Hub Faith in Action Discover a welcoming community at Westport Parish, where all are embraced in God's love. Our doors are open to those searching for spiritual fulfillment and a deeper connection with Jesus. Allow His grace to touch your soul and experience acceptance, peace, and joy in our diverse church family. Become a part of our mission to worship and serve together. Learn More

Community & Spiritual Connection Newsletter Week Beginning 11th January 2026 BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320 CRIB OFFERINGS: Offerings at the Crib are in aid of UNICEF Children’s Emergency Fund. “Please help save a child this Christmas DON’T WANT THEM? DON’T NEED THEM? RE-GIFT THEM: Westport Eco Congregation is hosting a “REGIFTING SUNDAY” – gifts can be left In the back of St Marys Church beside the statue of St. Patr ‘We pray for them all the time’ – Gena Heraty on the people who kidnapped her in Haiti last year Irish charity worker Gena Heraty has said she “prays all the time” for the men who kidnapped her in Haiti in August 2025. It has been four months since the Mayo native was held hostage from August 4 to August 29 in Haiti, where she works as an aid worker, supporting adults and children with special needs. Ms Heraty said “she wished to God” that there was another option for young men in Haiti who “get dragged into this kind of a life”, other than working for what she described Newsletter week begining 4th January 2026. BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320 CRIB OFFERINGS: Offerings at the Crib are in aid of UNICEF Children’s Emergency Fund. “Please help save a child this Christmas DON’T WANT THEM? DON’T NEED THEM? RE-GIFT THEM REGIFTING WEEKEND 10th & 11th JANUARY 2026 If we want to move to a more circular economy we need to start sharing , reusing , repairing , Adult Faith and Human Formation Classes Date and time is TBD Westport Learn more Święcenie Pokarmów Wielkanocnych Sat, 19 Apr St Mary's Church Details Celebrating World Autism Month with a community walk Sun, 06 Apr Westport Learn more Multiple Dates Over 60s Climate Work Out Programme Tue, 04 Feb Westport Details Mass Times & Confessions WESTPORT St. Mary's Church Weekend Masses Saturday, 6.30 p.m. (First Mass of Sunday) [vigil] Sunday, 11:00am our live camera: CLICK our Mass listing: CLICK Weekday Masses Monday to Saturday at 10am Adoration Adoration 8.00am – 8.00pm each day except Tuesday. Adoration finishes at 7.00pm in adoration room and moves to St. Mary’s Church from 7.00pm – 8.00pm Confessions Saturday, 12.30pm - 1 pm. or at other times by calling to the Presbytery. Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick During the 10:00am Mass on the first Saturday of each month. This is a Sacrament of the Church, and not just a blessing. It is offered to those of advancing years who may be struggling daily with the challenges of old age. It is also offered to those with a diagnosed medical condition, or those awaiting a diagnosis. It is recommended that this Sacrament only be received one each month. CLARE ISLAND Church of the Sacred Heart Mass is celebrated three weekends out of four in Clare Island. Check locally for details, Friday Evening Mass: 8.00 pm Saturday Masses: 9.00am INISHTURK ISLAND St. Columba’s Church Mass is celebrated one weekend out of four in Inishturk. Check locally for details. Friday Evening Mass: 8.00 pm, (Summer and Winter) Saturday Mass: 9. 00 am, (Summer and Winter) LECANVEY St. Patrick's Church Saturday evening 8:00pm DRUMMIN St. Mary's Church Saturday evening 8:00pm FAHY Church Of The Holy Family Friday evening 7:00pm (this will cover the Sunday obligation) KILMEENA St. Brendan's Church Sunday morning 9:30am CROAGH PATRICK St. Patrick’s Oratory Annual Reek Sunday pilgrimage last Sunday of July. Masses: Every hour from 8am Confessions on the summit continuously from 7.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Garland Friday (Friday before Reek Sunday). Mass: On the summit 10.00 a.m. and in Murrisk car park at 7.30 p.m. Feast of the Assumption (15 Aug) Community Hub Faith in Action Discover a welcoming community at Westport Parish, where all are embraced in God's love. Our doors are open to those searching for spiritual fulfillment and a deeper connection with Jesus. Allow His grace to touch your soul and experience acceptance, peace, and joy in our diverse church family. Become a part of our mission to worship and serve together. Learn More