The Senior Citizens Dinner and Dance run annually by St Comgalls Conference of St Vincent de Paul was held in St Joseph’s Parish Hall on 25th May and was a resounding success, enjoyed by everyone who attended. Invitations were extended to all of the Senior Citizens groups in the town and there was representation from Steeple … Read moreSt Comgall’s Annual Senior Citizens Dinner & Dance
Thank you to everyone who helped to make the May Treasure Hunt such a success, especially those who took part on the day. It was a very enjoyable afternoon. Our thanks to Joan and Seamus McCamphill for setting the clues and providing the answers! The amount raised was £956.
There was a special Mass for all the young people who received the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Parish this year on Monday 28th May in St Joseph’s Church at which there was the opportunity to ‘Take the Pledge’. Parents and Sponsors were also invited to attend.
Christmas is a very busy month for Christian Churches and none busier than in the Philippines. Here in Malate, a total of 77 couples are scheduled to be married during December. None on Sundays or Christmas Day, however. Then on the 16th the Novena of Masses begins. In Malate we have one at 4:30am and another at 8pm. Many who attend are those who do not normally “darken the doors” during the year. The practice has spread to other parts of the world where Filipinos are living; even some non-Filipinos take part.
Congratulations to all the children who received their First Communion in May 2012. In total there were 99 First Communicants this year.
On the 1st April 2012, we had our very first Passover celebration. The event took place in St. Joseph’s Parish centre and proved a most enriching and prayerful beginning to our holy week preparations. The evening was attended by the clergy of the parish, Sr. Catherine, parishioners of all ages and a warm welcome was … Read moreParish Passover Celebration
The One Day Pilgrimage to Knock will be on Saturday 2nd June. Cost £40 includes coach, breakfast and evening meal. Non-refundable deposit £10. For further information please contact Joe or Marie on 028 94 467899 or 07934679077
St Comgall’s Senior Citizens’ Annual Dinner & Dance will be held in St Joseph’s Hall on Friday 25th May 2012 at 7.30pm. Anyone wishing to attend please give your name and address and advise if transport is required to members of the St Vincent De Paul.