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< Back Westport Family and Community Resource Centre's clothing bins Eco-Congregation Do you have clothes sitting in your closet that you no longer wear? Are you looking for a way to give back to your community while decluttering your wardrobe? Look no further! Westport Family and Community Resource Centre has two convenient clothing bins near The Towers Bar and Restaurant Westport where you can donate your gently used clothing. Not only will you be clearing out space in your closet, but you'll also be supporting valuable community projects. Here are five compelling reasons why you should consider donating to these clothing bins: When you donate your clothing to Westport Family and Community Resource Centre's bins, you are directly contributing to supporting local initiatives that benefit the community. Your donations help fund projects and programs that have a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families in need. By simply dropping off your unwanted clothes, you are making a difference right in your own backyard. By donating your clothing, you are participating in sustainable and eco-friendly practices. Instead of throwing away clothes that end up in landfills, your donations are given a second life. By extending the lifespan of clothing through donations, you are helping reduce textile waste and its environmental impact. Your small act of donation can make a big difference in promoting sustainability. Donating your clothing to Westport Family and Community Resource Centre's bins promotes the concept of reuse and recycling. Your clothes can be sorted, repaired if needed, and redistributed to those who can benefit from them. This cycle of reuse not only helps individuals in need but also minimizes the demand for new clothing production, ultimately reducing the strain on valuable resources. Donating your clothes is a fantastic way to declutter your wardrobe and make space for items that you truly love and wear. By donating clothes that no longer serve you, you are creating a more organized and intentional closet. The act of decluttering can bring a sense of satisfaction and lightness, knowing that your clothing will find new purpose and bring joy to others. Donating to Westport Family and Community Resource Centre's clothing bins is an easy and convenient way to give back to your community. With the bins located near The Towers Bar and Restaurant Westport, you can drop off your donations at your convenience without any hassle. Your simple act of generosity can have a significant impact on the lives of those in need. Eco-Congregation admin@westportfrc.ie 098-24419 https://westportfrc.ie/ Cloonmonad, County Mayo, F28 R224, Ireland https://w3w.co/buffered.hover.governess 2 April 2025 at 10:09:31

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link < Back Hail Mary Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen . Previous Next

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link John Kelly 10 August 2025 2:52 pm We arrived at 2.50pm. The climb was onerous, as I have an artificial knee. It was very disappointing to find the doors of the Church closed. I so wanted to go in, say a prayer and have a rest. Everyone else who arrived with us was of the same opinion. I do think that this is something which needs to be looked at, in these times when things are difficult for the Church. John Kelly

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Trish and Rory 23 April 2025 2:53 pm We did this pilgrimage for David whom we lost suddenly a year ago. May he have a good laugh at the 2 of us puffing and panting up Croagh Patrick and .....May he rest in peace

Information for Pilgrims Pilgrimage to Croagh Patrick Every Pilgrim who ascend the mountain on St Patrick's Day or within the octave or anytime during the months of June, July, August & September and prays in or near the Chapel for the intentions of our Holy Father, the Pope may gain a plenary indulgence on the condition on going to Confession and receiving Holy Communion on the summit or within the week The Stations The performing of penitential exercises – the stations of the Reek – is a very ancient custom. It is not possible from the records to state the exact date the stations of the Reek started, but it must have been soon after Saint Patrick’s visit. For stations of the Reek, please click here .

CROAGH PATRICK A PLACE OF PILGRIMAGE Although a place of stunning natural beauty, it is not for its scenery or ruggedness that Croagh Patrick is famous. The mountain, colloquially called 'The Reek' (a variant of the word 'rick', ie a hayrick or haystack; the Irish word 'cruach' has a similar meaning is renowned for its Patrician Pilgrimage in honour of Ireland's national saint, Saint Patrick, and has been a place of pilgrimage since St Patrick fasted there for forty days and nights in AD441. On the last Sunday of July each year (known as Reek Sunday its slopes are thronged with pilgrims, some barefooted, praying at the stations and climbing to the summit to attend Mass. Local people traditionally ascend the mountain on the previous Friday, Garland Friday. On Reek Sunday alone, thousands of people flock to the pilgrimage. Throughout the summer months many thousands of pilgrims and tourists visit Ireland's Holy Mountain. CROAGH PATRICK A PlACE OF BEAUTY Croagh Patrick, Ireland's Holy Mountain has long been a place of wonderment and myth, history and archaeology. The distinctive conical-shaped mountain is located about 8km (5m) from the picturesque town of Westport, County Mayo. Its peak soars majestically over the surrounding hills, rising to 765m (2,510ft) above sea level and quite often the top is hidden in the clouds. But on a clear day the view from the summit is spectacular. To the west stretches the broad expanse of the Atlantic Ocean and down below lies Clew Bay with its countless Islands Northwards lie the cliffs of Achill, with Blacksod Bay shimmering beyond. To the north-east is Nephin standing boldly alone. Southwards are the mountains of Connemara in every size and shape, with many silver lakes nestling in their valleys By Harry Hughes. Filmed on Reek Sunday July 28th 2024

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link < Back Hail, Holy Queen Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our life, our sweetness, and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this our exile show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary. Amen . Previous Next

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link MP 9 March 2025 12:00 am Marian Prendergast from Castlebar embarks on her Jubilee Year #PilgrimsofHope Pilgrimage to Croagh Patrick. Congratulations to Marian, who has become the first pilgrim to have her Pilgrim Passport officially stamped by Derick Healy!

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link < Back Prayer of St. Patrick Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ on my right, Christ on my left, Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit down, Christ in the heart of every man who thinks of me, Christ in the mouth of every man who speaks of me, Christ in the eye that sees me, Christ in the ear that hears me. Here’s the full Prayer of St. Patrick: I arise today Through a mighty strength, the invocation of the Trinity, Through a belief in the Threeness, Through confession of the Oneness Of the Creator of creation. I arise today Through the strength of Christ’s birth and His baptism, Through the strength of His crucifixion and His burial, Through the strength of His resurrection and His ascension, Through the strength of His descent for the judgment of doom. I arise today Through the strength of the love of cherubim, In obedience of angels, In service of archangels, In the hope of resurrection to meet with reward, In the prayers of patriarchs, In preachings of the apostles, In faiths of confessors, In innocence of virgins, In deeds of righteous men. I arise today Through the strength of heaven; Light of the sun, Splendor of fire, Speed of lightning, Swiftness of the wind, Depth of the sea, Stability of the earth, Firmness of the rock. I arise today Through God’s strength to pilot me; God’s might to uphold me, God’s wisdom to guide me, God’s eye to look before me, God’s ear to hear me, God’s word to speak for me, God’s hand to guard me, God’s way to lie before me, God’s shield to protect me, God’s hosts to save me From snares of the devil, From temptations of vices, From every one who desires me ill, Afar and anear, Alone or in a multitude. I summon today all these powers between me and evil, Against every cruel merciless power that opposes my body and soul, Against incantations of false prophets, Against black laws of pagandom, Against false laws of heretics, Against craft of idolatry, Against spells of women and smiths and wizards, Against every knowledge that corrupts man’s body and soul. Christ shield me today Against poison, against burning, Against drowning, against wounding, So that reward may come to me in abundance. Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ on my right, Christ on my left, Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit down, Christ in the heart of every man who thinks of me, Christ in the mouth of every man who speaks of me, Christ in the eye that sees me, Christ in the ear that hears me. I arise today Through a mighty strength, the invocation of the Trinity, Through a belief in the Threeness, Through a confession of the Oneness Of the Creator of creation. Previous Next

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Chuck Lamphier - Climbing Croagh Patrick 15 October 2014 8:59 am This weekend, Sarah and I joined 30 Notre Dame students who are studying abroad all over Europe in a weekend pilgrimage which including the climbing of Croagh Patrick, Ireland’s Holy Mountain. It is said to be the mountain which St. Patrick himself climbed up, and pilgrims have been hiking up its hillside ever since. Those who are feeling especially penitential will climb the mountain barefoot, and apparently we had a contrite batch of students, as at least a third of the group climbed up the hill sans footwear. In all seriousness, it was beautiful to watch them experience the physical and spiritual journey of the mountain. We made frequent stops for short reflections and prayers, and each time we paused, we were reminded of how blessed we are to live on this beautiful Earth. More: https://www.houseofbrigid.org/2909/climbing-croagh-patrick# Note: My hiking boots were on the whole time. And miraculously, no feet were harmed in the making of this pilgrimage. Thanks be to God!

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link < Back The Divine Praises Blessed be God. Blessed be His holy name. Blessed be Jesus Christ, true God and true man. Blessed be the name of Jesus. Blessed be his most Sacred Heart. Blessed be his most Precious Blood. Blessed be Jesus in the most holy sacrament of the altar. Blessed be the Holy Spirit, the Paraclete. Blessed be the great Mother of God, Mary most holy. Blessed be her holy and Immaculate Conception. Blessed be her glorious Assumption. Blessed be the name of Mary, virgin and mother. Blessed be Saint Joseph, her most chaste spouse. Blessed be God in his angels and in his saints. Previous Next

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link CM 14 August 2025 11:47 am Delighted to have made it to the top. Would have liked to go into the church to say a prayer. Another time hopefully Cloudy.