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We are delighted to invite you to join us as we celebrate a truly special milestone in the life of our Parish: the 200th Anniversary of St. Mary’s Church, Ballygunner! Celebrations begin on Wednesday 26th March, and will include a range of meaningful events, featuring uplifting music, inspiring talks, and opportunities to come together in faith and fellowship. The celebrations will conclude with a special Thanksgiving Mass on Sunday, March 30th, celebrated by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan. This is a time to reflect on our shared journey as a parish, to honour all who have gone before us, and to look forward with hope and faith. All are welcome: come celebrate… Read More

In preparation for the Cemetery Mass in Ballygunner (June 19th at 7.30 pm), we are inviting volunteers to help with a Cemetery clean-up on Monday, June 2nd at 10:00 am. Bags will be provided. All are welcome: many hands make light work!For enquiries, please contact pastoralworkerjbm@gmail.com.

Celebrate the great feast of Pentecost with the parish on Sunday, 8th June at 12 noon!This joyful Mass will highlight the rich diversity of our community, reflecting the many gifts of the Holy Spirit. Representatives of different nationalities will take part through music, song, and traditional dress, offering a beautiful expression of unity in faith.This year’s theme, “Peace be with you,” echoes the words of the Risen Christ to His disciples, words that still speak powerfully today. As we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit, we pray for the peace only God can give: peace in our hearts, in our homes, and in our world. "There are different kinds… Read More

We warmly invite you to the Annual Cemetery Mass at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Ballygunner. The mass will be held on Thursday, June 19th, 2024, at 7:30 PM. All are welcome to join us as we remember and pray for our loved ones. Dress warmly, as the evening can be chilly. Please note: - Due to very restricted parking at the cemetery, An Garda Síochána will run a shuttle bus from Ballygunner Hurling Grounds to the graveyard and back. This service is mainly for those with disabilities or disability parking permits. The first bus leaves at 6.30 pm and will drive to the top of the cemetery. Parking is available… Read More

From 1st September to 4th October, we join Christians worldwide in celebrating the Season of Creation. During this time, our weekend Masses will highlight God’s gift of Creation through music, reflections, prayers, and opportunities for service. As part of this celebration, we are hosting a series of events. For more information, see the flyer below.

We invite you to join us on Thursday, November 20th at 11:00 a.m. at St Mary’s Church, Ballygunner, as we come together to honour and remember all those who have gone before us - our loved ones who now rest in the sacred grounds of St Mary’s Cemetery. This gathering is a time for reflection, prayer, and gratitude for the lives and legacies of those we hold dear. All are warmly welcome to attend.

Join us this Advent for a peaceful hour of Lectio Divina. Together we will meditate on the Sunday Gospels as we prepare our hearts for the coming of our Lord. Dates: Thursday evenings, December 4th, 11th, and 18thTime: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pmLocation: St. Joseph and St. Benildus Parish Centre Tea and coffee will be served beforehand, followed by a time of quiet prayer and reflection. Please ring the doorbell to enter. Whether you can join us for one evening or all three, you are warmly welcome.