Notices

Exam Students

The state exams begin on Wednesday of this week. We remember all our young people who will be sitting their Junior Cert and Leaving Cert exams. A “Book of Intentions”  where you are invited to write the names of those you wish to be remembered during these days is in front of the altar. You…


First Friday Visits

Friday June 5th 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.


Corpus Christi Procession – June 4th 2026

Each year the church celebrates  the precious gift from Jesus to us of Himself   – His Body ,Blood, Soul and Divinity in the Blessed Eucharist. This special day is  called the Feast of Corpus Christi – The Body of Christ . As far back as the 12th century  Jesus has been honoured by this special…


Lough Derg Pilgrimage – June 29th, 30th & July 1st 2026

3 day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg, June 29th, 30th & July 1st . Bus leaving from Lidl Car Park if interested please contact the parish office 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.