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Lourdes Autumn Pilgrimage October 2023

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Reflection

The lighting of a different candle on each Sunday in Advent invites us to pause and reflect. Each candle has its own symbolism, while the intertwined evergreen leaves of the Advent wreath remind us of the promise of eternal life that Christ brings. In most Christian traditions the first candle, lit on Advent Sunday itself, represents hope – a sign of our hopeful expectation as we await the coming of the Messiah. The next three candles mark the themes of peace, joy and love. The large white candle is the ‘Christ candle’, lit as we mark the birth of Jesus on Christmas Day. On this the first Sunday of Advent we pray. God of eternal hope plant in our hearts the spark of your love. May we begin to hope in a God who is forever present with us. May a growing sense of your presence emerge for us this Advent and may a ‘God with us’ be the source of our hope this Advent.
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  • Fr. Tom Hogan, Co-P.P. & Vicar Forane057 912 1757
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Notices

  • Reconciliation Service Tuesday 12th December @ 7.30pmDecember 5, 2023
  • Feast of the Immaculate ConceptionDecember 1, 2023
  • Tax BackDecember 1, 2023
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Safeguarding Children

The Parish of Birr values and encourages the participation of children and young people in parish liturgies and activities that enhance their spiritual, physical, emotional, social and intellectual development, and will work in a partnership way with parents at all times.

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Death Notices

May they rest in peace.
  • Barney MoylanNovember 30, 2023
  • Frances ByronNovember 30, 2023
  • Roma Gilmartin (née Ryan)November 30, 2023
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Gallery

Bikeathon 2023
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Bikeathon 2023
Friday 1st December Shinrone National School, School assembly to acknowledge outgoing School Board of Management 2019-2023
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Friday 1st December Shinrone National School, School assembly to acknowledge outgoing School Board of Management 2019-2023
St. Brendan's Feast Day Wednesday 29th November @ 7.30pm Ecumenical Service
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St. Brendan's Feast Day Wednesday 29th November @ 7.30pm Ecumenical Service
Opening of New Extension Killeen National School & School Mass Friday 10th November
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Opening of New Extension Killeen National School & School Mass Friday 10th November
The Three Tenors Concert Featuring Mercy Primary School Choir Sunday 19th November 2023
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The Three Tenors Concert Featuring Mercy Primary School Choir Sunday 19th November 2023
Book Launch Smaointe Carrig Hall Thursday 19th October
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Book Launch Smaointe Carrig Hall Thursday 19th October
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