There was such a fervour of activity around the parish this last week. A historical liturgy took place on Sunday at 11.30 mass with the passing on of the parish from Fr. Dermot to Fr. Peter. There were important symbolic gestures that highlighted the role and importance of the community. The keys, the book of… Continue reading From Fr. Peter's Desk, 10th October, 2017: The Passing Of The Mantle
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From Fr. Peter's Desk, 3rd October, 2017: 'Twas a powerful week
‘Twas a powerful week. The Parish was well represented at the gatherings to prepare the World Meeting of Families (21-26th August 2018). The 15 parishioners took home the excellent materials and the infectious enthusiasm that Martin Kennedy gave us, free of charge, for the upcoming event and the arrival of Pope Francis. Here’s some photos… Continue reading From Fr. Peter's Desk, 3rd October, 2017: 'Twas a powerful week
Balally Parish Live Streaming
We are delighted to offer a Live Stream from both our Church and our Icon Chapel. Please select the one you wish to view by clicking on the relevant name in the player window below. In line with best practice in data protection and the Diocesan Data Protection Policy, we do not record any liturgies… Continue reading Balally Parish Live Streaming
From Fr. Peter's Desk, 12th September, 2017
Begorrah, things have begun to speed up in the parish. People organising coffee mornings for the Hospice, people fund raising for education in Africa, “Gamblers Anonymous” having an open evening ….. just a few of the events that have taken place over the last while. But that’s not the half of it; the Family Mass… Continue reading From Fr. Peter's Desk, 12th September, 2017
From Fr. Peter's Desk, 5th September, 2017: “I was a stranger and you welcomed me”
Yes indeed the schools are back and the neighbourhood is filled each morning with the sounds of children chatting in the playground, the school bells ringing and parents sharing the latest local news at the school gates. We are blessed to have 2 great schools in our parish. The children, teachers and staff have been… Continue reading From Fr. Peter's Desk, 5th September, 2017: “I was a stranger and you welcomed me”
From Fr. Peter's Desk, 15th August, 2017
In spite of the Summertime there has been a lot going on in the parish. There was a debrief meeting of many of those involved in the visit of the American students. It was an extraordinary moment where people from both parishes shared the good the bad and the interesting from the experience. A follow… Continue reading From Fr. Peter's Desk, 15th August, 2017
From Fr. Peter's Desk: 5th July, 2017
Come to our Camino! The Parish is going to Glendalough on Tuesday 25th July to walk The St Kevin’s Way in the company of our American guests. 16 easy kilometres with moments of rest and reflection. A bus will be provided which will leave the church grounds at 9.00am on Tuesday 25th July. Bring a… Continue reading From Fr. Peter's Desk: 5th July, 2017
From Fr. Peter's Desk: 28th June, 2017
In spite of the holiday weather there is still a great effervescence of activity around the parish. A meeting was held with the families who are going to host our American visitors from 21st to 31st of July. The PPC (parish pastoral council) had its last meeting before the summer break. Again the whole issue… Continue reading From Fr. Peter's Desk: 28th June, 2017
Can You Be A Saint In 'Everyday' Life?
In his June 21 General Audience, Pope Francis said holiness is attainable for *each *and *every *person! “But some of you might ask me: “Father, can you be a saint in everyday life?” Yes, you can. “But this means that we should pray all day?” No, no. It means you have to do your duty… Continue reading Can You Be A Saint In 'Everyday' Life?
From Fr. Peter's Desk: Breaking News, 20th June, 2017
*Breaking News* ….. The launch of the “World Meeting of Families” (21st- 26th of August 2018) has taken place in Balally Parish. This is one of the biggest events on the horizon for the Irish Church indeed for the entire nation. Pope Francis is expected to be one of the many visitors from all over… Continue reading From Fr. Peter's Desk: Breaking News, 20th June, 2017