Notices

ONLINE CELEBRATIONS OF DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY ACROSS THE DIOCESE OF CLOGHER THIS SUNDAY, 19 APRIL 2020.

Next Sunday, the Second Sunday of Easter, the Church throughout the world marks Divine Mercy Sunday, in honour of the Divine Mercy that comes from the heart of Christ to all who seek his forgiveness. The ‘hour of mercy’ is held across the world

“He is Risen from the dead”

Easter is the celebration of what Pope Paul VI once described as “the unique and sensational event on which the whole of human history turns.” Sensational means beyond the senses, phenomenal, out of this world, and this scarcely covers the significance of the event.

Scripture has no account of the actual happening

Judas Iscariot”

Last Sunday’s Gospel allowed us to meet the character of Lazarus, whom Jesus restored to life, from the tomb. We noted all the positive images of come-backs that have been associated with his name down the centuries. In worlds as diverse as sports, or politics or business, when insurmountable odds are overcome, the comeback is often compared to

PARISH ENVELOPE Since the start of this emergency when we are prevented from coming together as a faith community in this Sacred Space, the faithful have joined in our Sunday and weekday celebrations of the Eucharist by way of the parish radio and the live streaming on the webcam here in St Joseph’s Church. Modern technology is very useful when

Important Notice :

Due to the current COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, and in accordance with Government guidelines, and with new Diocesan Norms introduced by Bishop Duffy, the following take place with immediate effect:

Bishop Duffy says that he is ‘saddened to have to take this course of action, but in the prevailing circumstances and to protect the lives, health and wellbeing

Please find enclosed Easter services for The Parish of Machaire Rois , all services to be celebrated in St Joseph’s Church , Carrickmacross  via website  and radio  ( no congregation )

COVID-19 Support Line for Older People

ALONE has launched a national support line and additional supports for older people who have concerns or are facing difficulties relating to the outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Professional staff are available to answer queries and give advice and reassurance where necessary. The support line is open seven days a week, 8am – 8pm, by