Notices

New Publication!!!

Published on September 24, 2020

***New Publication***
During the COVID-19 lockdown Fr Arnie put out an invitation for submissions in poetry, prose, short story, and prayers on peoples’ experience of journeying through the pandemic, and those who were diagnosed with COVID-19. He has just edited a book in response to the submissions received entitled
‘Covid-19: Reflections, Prayers, Poems’…


Memorial Mass – Mick Tuohy R.I.P

Published on September 22, 2020

Memorial Mass will be celebrated for the late Mick Tuohy, Boyne Park, (died 26th May 2020), on Sunday 27th September at 11am in Mary Immaculate Church. Sadly missed by his family, neighbours and friends.


Our Parish First Holy Communions continue…

Published on September 22, 2020

Every good wish and blessing to the boys and girls from St. Aidan’s and St. Tola’s Schools and their families, who will celebrate First Holy Communion next Saturday September 26th at 11am and 1.30pm. We also congratulate the boys and girls from St. Conaire’s School who received the Sacrament last weekend in wonderful and glorious…


Shannon Parish App

Published on September 16, 2020

Our Shannon Parish App continues to grow and reach out to different parts of the world. It’s a great way we have to spread the good news of parish life, but also the good news that comes from the gospel story. This map gives you the locations marked in colour where the app has been…


Gifts for First Holy Communion at the Parish Office!

Published on September 16, 2020

Our parish office has a wonderful array of gifts for First Holy Communion. Lots to choose from: A selection of Prayer books, Rosary beads, colouring books, rosettes etc. Why not call in and see for yourself. Pass the word around! A special and meaningful little gift in this unusual year of 2020 for our little…


Memorial Mass – Hanna Feighery R.I.P

Published on September 15, 2020

Memorial (& Birthday) Mass will be held for the late Hanna Feighery, Lios na Ri, (died 12th March 2020) on Sunday 20th September at 10am in SS John & Paul Church. Sadly missed by her family and friends.


The joys and blessings of First Communion Days

Published on September 15, 2020

Every good wish and blessing to the boys and girls from St. Conaire’s School and their families, who will celebrate First Communion Saturday September 19th at 11am and 1.30pm in SS John & Paul Church. We congratulate the boys and girls from St. Senan’s School who received the Sacrament last weekend. God bless you all…


Upcoming Collections

Published on September 10, 2020

Second collection takes place 18th/19th/20th September for Mission Sunday.

Priests’ Autumn Collection takes place 23rd/24th/25th October.

The Priests’ collection envelopes along with the November envelopes will be distributed through The Shannon Diary on the previous weekend. There will also be supplies of envelopes available from the Parish Office and the Churches. We are so grateful…


First Communion in Shannon!

Published on September 8, 2020

Every good wish and blessings to the boys and girls of St. Senan’s School, Drumgeely, and their families who will celebrate their long awaited First Communion Day on Saturday September 12th at 1.30pm in Mary Immaculate Church. We hope you all have a wonderful day and make lasting memories of happy times in this unusual…


Confirmation day for Joshua!

Published on September 8, 2020

Congratulations to Joshua Mark Finn, who was Confirmed on Sunday September 6th in SS John & Paul Church. Thanks to Denis his Cathecist and to Sean his sponsor. A big day for Joshua with great joy and celebrations! God bless you Joshua on the road of life and may God guide and protect you in…