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PATHWAYS TO THE FUTURE OFFICE: In this Jubilee Year of Hope join us on the Down and Connor Pilgrimage to KNOCK SHRINE. Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ will celebrate the Eucharist at 3. 00pm.The price £44 per person includes luxury coach and refreshments. Early booking is advised.
To book contact Claire Tel: 028 90690920 Email: pathwaystothefuture@downandconnor.org

Congratulations to the pupils of ST. JOSEPH?S PRIMARY SCHOOL on making their First Holy Communion on Friday morning. Our thanks to the teachers and parents who helped in the preparation of the children for the Sacrament.

Congratulations also to the children from NON-PARISH SCHOOLS who received First Holy Communion on Saturday morning.

A special word of thanks to Miss Elaine Barton who voluntarily prepared the children from VARIOUS NON-PARISH SCHOOLS for the Sacrament. Thanks also to Ms. Emer Reid, who instructed the children from DOWNSHIRE PRIMARY SCHOOL. A word of thanks to all parents for their help and co-operation.

Please keep the girls and boys of ST. ALOYSIUS PRIMARY SCHOOL in your prayers as they prepare to receive the Sacrament of First Holy Communion on Saturday 31st May, 2025 at 10.00am.

Now Flying Direct From Belfast International

7 Nights F/B Avenida Hotel 30th July/6th August. Spiritual Director Fr Martin Graham Adm St Peter’s Cathedral Belfast. £885pps Convenient flight times.

For further information contact Joe Catney 07776425631

Join the Alumni & Friends of the Catholic Chaplaincy at Queen’s for a Jubilee Year of Hope pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi, from 25 August to 1 September 2025. Enjoy 4 star hotel accommodation, private coach travel, guided visits to key religious and cultural sites, and selected meals – this promises to be the trip of a lifetime. Additions to the itinerary include a visit to Pope Francis’ tomb in the Basilica of St Mary Major, and a General Audience with our newly elected Pope. With just four double/twin rooms left (and a waiting list for singles), don’t miss this unforgettable opportunity. Whether you’re a graduate, a parent, or simply a friend – we consider you part of the Chaplaincy family. For more information, contact Shannon Campbell at: catholicchaplaincy@qub.ac.uk

DOWN and CONNOR DIOCESAN TRUST: LISBURN PARISH: PARISH ACCOUNTS OFFICER – PART TIME

We are seeking to recruit a part-time Parish Accounts Officer within Lisburn Parish, based at 27 Chapel Hill, Lisburn, BT28 1EP. The post holder will be required to provide accurate, efficient, and confidential financial support to the Parish Priest and Parish Finance Committee. The terms are based on a permanent appointment requiring 8 hours per week -work pattern to be agreed with Parish Priest. Rate of Pay – £13.50 gross per hour.

Full details relating to the vacancy can be found on the Diocesan website at: http://www.downandconnor.org clicking on the tab: JOB VACANCIES and on the Community NI website and on nijobs.com, where terms and conditions relating to the role can also be accessed by way of a Role Profile and Employment Application form. Application pack can also be obtained from Lisburn Parish Office. We welcome applications from anyone who feels they meet the criteria and are interested in playing an active part in the Parish.

Closing date for applications will be 12.00 noon on Tuesday 20 May 2025 Down and Connor Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer

LOUGH DERG 2025 PILGRIMAGE SEASON – SANCTUARY OF SAINT PATRICK

THREE DAY PILGRIMAGE:
Friday 30th May until Friday 15th August 2025
(pilgrims can begin pilgrimage on any day until Wednesday 13th August)
Admission: 85 euro. Booking advised.

QUIET DAY:
40 euro per person. Booking essential.
A self-directed day Saturday 10th May & Friday 12th September.

RESIDENTIAL RETREATS:
Friday 16th – Monday 19th May 2025.
“Called” Young Adult (18-30) Retreat with Franciscan Brothers Ronay and Jacapo. Thursday 10th – Sunday 13th July

“Hope in the Wilderness” with Eoin Madigan
400 euro per person. Full Board. 325 euro per person sharing. Booking essential. For further information and to book email marcas@loughderg.org

ONE DAY RETREAT:
Various dates in May, August & September
Admission 50 euro. Booking essential.
Telephone: 00353 (0)71 98 61518
email: info@loughderg.org www.loughderg.org

For an interim period there will be celebration of THE WORD AND HOLY COMMUNION on Wednesday & Friday mornings at 10.00 in St. Patrick’s Church.

Please return Trocaire boxes to the Sacristy as soon as possible.

Please note: The parish office will be closed from Thursday 1st May until Tuesday 6th May.

For all enquiries, please email lisburn@downandconnor.org or leave message on answering machine 028 92 660206. Thank you.

There is a desperate shortage of foster carers across the UK. For more information in becoming a foster carer please see https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/fostering/why-choose-us/faith-in-fostering/