‘This is the day which the Lord has made, a day for us to rejoice and be glad.’
Notices
Photos of Family of Families Celebration
A fantastic celebration was enjoyed by all who were able to attend.
If you have photos of the day, why not send in your images to communicationsgroup@greystonesparish.ie and we will publish them here.
Make sure you have permission of those in them!
See out photos here…
Our Visit to the Papal Mass
Are we there yet… are we there yet?
We are nearly there – we have to be patient – arrangements are being finalised and as soon as the coordinators in the pastoral area know all the plans, they will be in touch with us about bus departure times etc.
In the meantime… like every good boy scout and girl guide we can be prepared…
At a Glance …
NEW CHRISTIANS: We welcome Alva, Lily, Bobby & Jacob who joined our community through the waters of Baptism recently. May they continue to grow strong in body, mind and spirit in the years ahead.
SUMMER ARRANGEMENTS: The Parish Office will be closed on Fridays for the months of July and August.
PASTORAL AREA ACTIVITIES TO CELEBRATE THE WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES 2018 AND TO WELCOME POPE FRANCIS:
COUCH TO PAPAL CROSS WALK: Are you travelling to the Phoenix Park to see the Pope?
FAMILY OF FAMILIES CELEBRATION SUNDAY 19th Aug: A gathering of our community and friends. Come along!
PASTORAL AREA VISIT TO THE RDS: Do you have a World Meeting of Families Congress ticket? Join us for the day! Details here.
BOCELLI TO SING: Organisers of the World Meeting of Families have confirmed that the world-renowned tenor, Andrea Bocelli, will sing for Pope Francis at the Festival of Families in Croke Park on 25 August.
PAPAL STAMPS: Nearly half a million €1 Euro stamps showing Pope Francis and another 103,000 €1.50 international stamps showing a family scene, will be issued on 26th July
BECOMING A CATHOLIC?: Are you or someone you know interested in finding out more about the Christian Faith and the Catholic Church. If so please contact Fr. John after Mass or make enquiries to the Parish Office. We will begin our preparation for Adults wishing to be baptised or indeed make their 1st Communion or be Confirmed in the Catholic Faith at the Easter Vigil next Easter soon during the month of September.
KNOCK PILGRIMAGE: Sun 30th Sep, Annual Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine. Coach pick ups at Newtown, Kilcoole, Holy Rosary Greystones & Queen Of Peace Bray, cost €25.00. To book a seat phone Mary on 087 6284713, Everyone welcome.
CEMETERY SUNDAY MASS & BLESSING OF THE GRAVES: Blessing of the Graves in The old Cemetery at Lott Lane, Kilcoole will take place following 8 p.m. Mass in St. Anthony’s Church, Kilcoole on August 15th.
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All this news and more, available and in further detail on the Parish Information Sheet
Registration For the Sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation in 2019
The registration forms for the Sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation in 2019 are now available.
Arrangements for Pastoral Area Visit to the WMOF Congress at the RDS
If you have a WMOF Congress ticket and would like to travel with the parish to the RDS on Wed 22nd Aug, details are here.
WMOF Icon of The Holy Family Visit to our Pastoral Area
Over the August Bank Holiday weekend we had the pleasure of having the WMOF Icon of The Holy Family in the Pastoral Area.
It was in Holy Rosary Church for the weekend for all to see.
Images of its visit can be seen in this Gallery.
Pastoral Area Activities to Celebrate the World Meeting of Families
Let’s Celebrate!
Read on and keep an eye on this website for information on:
COUCH TO PAPAL CROSS WALK
WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES ICON TO VISIT PASTORAL AREA
FAMILY OF FAMILIES CELEBRATION SUNDAY
YOUR PARISH NEEDS YOU!
PAPAL MASS & BUS TICKET AVAILABILITY
PASTORAL AREA VISIT TO THE RDS
DUPLICATE TICKETS – WHAT TO DO…
Look who’s going…. to the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park
We have had a wonderful response to the Pastoral Area visit to the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park on August 26th 2018.
Thus far, there are enough people for 5 buses travelling from the pastoral area.
Tickets available: The good news is that there are still tickets available for the bus and the Papal Mass.
Read on for details…
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