What is Catholic Schools Week? Excerpt from Catholic Schools Week 2026: Catholic Schools Week 2026 celebrates the extraordinary call to holiness in the midst of ordinary life. Inspired by Pope Francis’ reflection on Blessed Carlo Acutis – soon to be canonised as the first millennial saint – this year’s theme invites pupils, teachers, families and…
Today we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord. Matthew 3:13-17Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptised by John. John tried to dissuade him. “It is I who need baptism from you” he said “and yet you come to me!” But Jesus replied, “Leave it like this for the time being; it is…
“Apache Virgin and Child II” by Father John B. Giuliani Our Lady of Knock Today we celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God. Luke 2: 16-21The shepherds hurried away to Bethlehem and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby lying in the manger. When they saw the child they repeated what they…
Nollaig shona daoibh / Happy Christmas to you! “For unto us a child is born”Isaiah 9:6 We wish all our parishioners, both at home and abroad, a very happy, holy, peaceful and joyful Christmas.
It was so good to be back in Castlewellan again for Mass today, following all the renovation work! The church looks fantastic. The lighting and audio were great. It was nice to see an altar server again and to celebrate Mass in our own church. The primary school children did a great job, both in…
December marks the 100th year of when Our Lord And Our Lady asked for the spread and practice of the First Saturday Devotion. Join us in Saint Malachy’s Church Castlewellan on Saturday 6th December, in celebrating the 100th year of the Five First Saturdays and enjoy a cup of tea after Mass. All are welcome….
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Deacon Mark Lenaghan It is with heavy hearts that we remember the passing of Deacon Mark, an incredible man whose impact on our community will never be forgotten. With a heart full of kindness and a spirit that radiated joy, he was a true friend to many. His ability to make everyone feel welcomed and…
Saint Carlo Acutis’ website is the Eucharistic miracles of the world. Saint Carlo Acutis was a Catholic Italian teenager who died in 2006. As a gamer and computer programmer who loved soccer and the Eucharist, he has been the subject of interest around the world. Pope Francis referred to Carlo as a model of holiness…
Irish bishops have published a pastoral message encouraging a return to Sunday Mass: “31 August has that sense of finality; while some schools re-open now around the 20th of the month, we can be guaranteed that all will have re-opened by tomorrow. For many there is that sense of new beginnings. This time of new…