Prayer, music and reflection beside the river Waterford Teachers' Centre, Riverbank, X91 XD98 As part of the Season of Creation, St Joseph's, St Benildus' & St. Mary's Parish warmly invites parishioners and the wider community to an outdoor prayer service on the theme of Living Water (Ezekiel 47:9, 12). This year's Season of Creation calls us to reflect on water - the source of life, a sign of the Spirit, and a gift too often taken for granted. Our service will include scripture readings from Ezekiel and John's Gospel, prayers of thanksgiving for the blessing of water, a time of lament for the ways we have neglected and polluted this… Read More

A guided walk exploring Living Water in action, with ecologist Katriina Bent Meeting point: The Burrows car park (the gravel car park furthest towards the dunes) Duration: Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes Free event - Suitable for most abilities As part of the Season of Creation, the St Joseph's, St Benildus' & St. Mary's Parish Eco Group invites you to join a guided walk exploring "Living Water" (Ezekiel 47:9, 12) through the lens of local conservation - from the migrating waterbirds of Tramore Back Strand to the dune restoration work of the Tramore Eco Group (TEG). We'll begin at the Tramore Back Strand Special Protection Area (SPA), one of Ireland's… Read More

A joyful celebration of God's Creation St Joseph's & St Benildus' Church car park, Newtown Road, X91 W6 59 As part of the Season of Creation, St Joseph's & St Benildus' Parish invites families and pet owners to bring their beloved animals for a special blessing, celebrating the theme of "Living Water" (Ezekiel 47:9, 12). Inspired by St Francis of Assisi's love for all God's creatures, this brief and relaxed service - perfect for pets of all temperaments - gives thanks for the gift of our pets and the trust God has shown in placing them in our care. The blessing includes scripture, a psalm response, prayers of thanksgiving, and… Read More