Pope Leo XIV's Prayer Intention for September - “For the Care of Water”, asking that we pray for “a just and sustainable management of water, a vital resource, so that everyone may have equal access to it”.

If you child attends a non-Catholic school and you would like them to receive First Confession, First Holy Communion or Confirmation in 2027, they must be enrolled for the Parish Sacramental Classes.

The classes will begin in September.

Contact the parish office for information.

Are you, or someone you know interested in becoming a member of the Catholic Church?

OCIA, the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, is a faith-formation process which prepares and supports adults who wish to become members of the Catholic Church.

Applications are currently being invited for this year’s programme which is due to commence in the autumn.

For further details, please contact the Parish Office or visit www.dioceseofmeath.ie

Y O U N G A D U L T S - If you’re looking for friends in faith, we’re exploring a Catholic young adults group (ages 18 30) for our parish, to begin in October.

The aim is to grow closer to God, deepen our faith, and journey together with others who want to keep Christ at the centre of their lives.

Activities may include Eucharistic Adoration, Holy Hours of prayer, and faith-based so cial events.

Share your interest in this survey - or reach out if any questions: faithformationmp@gmail.com

Join our parish community as we celebrate the Feast of St. Francis with a joyful Blessing of the Animals.

Bring your beloved companions — four‑legged, two‑legged, furry, or winged — to honour God’s creation.

A special blessing will be shared as we gather in gratitude for the joy our pets bring.

Primary school children - bring your colouring page and worksheet from school for a prize drawing.

Whether your pet has feathers, fur, or scales, join us at 2 pm in St. Paul’s Car Park.