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Catholic Marriage Encounter in Ireland, 20 -22 March 2026,
“St Marys” Knock, Co. Mayo, www.marriageencounter.ie

TODAY WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY BEGINS

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (WPCU) takes place each year from 18 to 25 January.

This ecumenical celebration provides an opportunity to focus our prayers on Christian unity and to know that we are joining with international siblings in Christ.

‘There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling’ taken from Ephesians 4:4 is the theme chosen for the Week of Prayer 2026.

POPE LEO’S MONTHLY INTENTION – JANUARY 2026
FOR PRAYER WITH THE WORD OF GOD

Let us pray that praying with the Word of God be nourishment for our lives and a source of hope in our communities, helping us to build a more fraternal and missionary Church.

Bishop Alan McGuckian, SJ will administer the Sacrament of Confirmation to our Primary 7 pupils on Thursday 26th February 2026 in St. Patrick’s Church.

Session 1 – St. Joseph’s Primary school and non-Parish Schools 11.30am
Session 2 – St Aloysius Primary School 3.00pm

LITURGICAL ‘SIGN OF PEACE.’ The Sign of Peace remains an integral part of the celebration of the Eucharist and has been reintroduced as a normal practice across the Diocese. The customary expression of the Sign of Peace in Ireland is a handshake. However, other non-contact forms of the sign of peace such as a nod, a bow or a smile are also legitimate expressions of the Sign of Peace. No offence should be taken if someone prefers to express a non-contact Sign of Peace. The Diocese encourages all to continue to exercise good hygienic practices. if you exhibit flu-like symptoms, you are encouraged to remain at home.

A huge thank you to our parishioners for your response to the SVP Annual Appeal in Lisburn. In December we received £9,500 in donations and gave out £12,500 in various forms of Christmas and other help.

Thank you all so much for your generosity. This helps us greatly in our work in supporting those who are most in need in our local community. Thank you also to everyone who has helped us by donating to SVP throughout the year. We wish you all a Happy New Year.

SCRIPTURE GROUP will resume on 13th January at 7.30pm in St. Patrick’s Pastoral Centre. All welcome.

Thursday 8 January 2026 2:00 pm -4:00 pm
We would love to welcome you to our fantastic Nursery School!

Come along and see our bright, engaging learning spaces, meet our friendly and dedicated staff, and discover why St. Aloysius is such a special place for your child to learn and grow. Closing date for applications is 12 noon Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Principal: cmilne244@c2kni.net Phone: 028 9266 2293

ST DOMINIC’S GRAMMAR SCHOOL OPEN DAY SATURDAY 10 JANUARY 2026

9am – 1pm. Principal’s address 9.30am and 11.30am.

Primary 6 and 7 pupils are welcome.

Thursday 8 January 2026 2:00 pm ? 4:00 pm

We would love to welcome you to our fantastic Nursery School! Come along and see our bright, engaging learning spaces, meet our friendly and dedicated staff, and discover why St. Aloysius is such a special place for your child to learn and grow.

Closing date for applications is 12 noon Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Principal: cmilne244@c2kni.net Phone: 028 9266 2293