Notices

Divine Mercy Sunday April 12th

Divine Mercy Sunday April 12th

Divine Mercy Chaplet at 2.45pm followed by Mass at 3.00pm in St. Brendan’s Church.

 


Buíochas

We acknowledge the involvement of so many people with  this years Easter Liturgies – we are especially grateful to the choirs & folk group. To  Enda, Tommy, Catriona,Carmel and the other musicians who enhanced our gatherings .  To our Readers, Eucharistic ministers, Liturgy group, Sacristans, Altar Servers and the JP Ⅱ young people and all…


Trócaire

Now that the Lenten Season has concluded we invite you to return your Trócaire box or offerings. Your support for Trócaire is very much appreciated at these difficult times to respond to the cry of the poor in so many parts of the world.

 


Easter Ceremonies 2026


First Friday Visits

Friday April 3rd is the First Friday of the month. The priests of the parish will visit housebound parishioners with the sacraments. If you know of any housebound parishioners who would like to receive the sacraments, please contact the Parish Office on 05791-22028.


Pope Leo has designated 2026 the 800th Anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi

Saint Francis, our brother, you who eight hundred years ago
went to meet Sister Death as a man at peace,
intercede for us before the Lord.

You recognized true peace in the Crucifix of San Damiano,
teach us to seek in Him the source of all reconciliation
that breaks down every…


Tax Back

Birr Parish can claim tax back that you have paid on your earnings. This applies to PAYE Income and Self Employed Income, including Farmers. You must have paid €250 or more in a year – this includes all contributions to priests collections and parish fund. This is of great benefit to the Parish finances and…


Newsletter Sponsoring

If you would like to sponsor the newsletter please contact the Parish Office. Cost €150 per month.