Today we begin this new year of 2019 with the feast of the Epiphany. The word “Epiphany” means “the showing”. It is a feast based on a magic story about the discovery of Jesus by some visitors described in the Gospel of St Matthew as “wise men w... read more
The recent past has been a confusing time for our world. War continues in the Middle East. Millions of people around the world are now homeless refugees. Political leadership abroad and in our own nation has been less then stable. Christian values have be... read more
During the past 12 months we were honoured here at St Patrick’s Parish, to celebrate 15 marriages of couples who committed their lives to each other in love. We welcomed 82 new Christians into the Catholic Church by celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism ... read more
The Parish Pastoral Council will have its first meeting for 2019 next Tuesday evening, 8th January, at 7.30pm in the presbytery.
There are envelopes on the seats for “Christmas Offerings”. Once upon a time these were called “Christmas Dues”. Simply, any donation given is for the support of priests. Many parishes do not have enough income for food and household costs to supp... read more
Monday: St Sylvester I (335 – Pope) Tuesday: New Year’s Day – Feast of Mary the Holy Mother of God Wednesday: St Basil the Great (379 – Patron of Russia) Thursday: The Holy Name of Jesus Friday: St Elizabeth Anne Seton (1821- Founder of the Sister... read more
We tend to think of Jesus, Mary and Joseph as a model family. But I suspect this Holy Family was like most families – they, like most families, had more than their share of worries, disappointments, despair and anxiety. After all Joseph married Mary and... read more
Fr John says I am overwhelmed by the kindnesses expressed to me over the Christmas period. Thanks to everyone for the cards, messages and gifts. It is a great honour, and very humbling, to experience the generosity and love of the good people who w... read more
