Weekly Newsletter 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time October 4th, 2026

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Exploring our Catholic Faith ( 12 sessions of discovery)

We invite you to join us as we embark on a journey through the Catholic faith, a pilgrimage of sorts, moving from initial curiosity to a personal transformation and finally to outward sharing.

We invite you to participate in a series of structured discussions. Our hope is that those who participate will find that the sessions will highlight the richness of your spiritual path in a gentle introduction to our Faith.

The First three Sessions will be held during October, in the Conference Room at the Liturgical Centre on Castle Street.

Part 1 Wednesday October 7th 7.30 to 9pm

Exploring Our Catholic Faith in the Current Age.

Led By Fr. John Deignan

Part 2 Wednesday October 14th 7.30 to 9pm Encountering Christ: The Person of Jesus

Led by Una Feely

Part 3 Wednesday October 21st 7.30 to 9pm The Church: Why the Catholic Church?

Led by Deacon Willie Gacquin

Part 4 Wednesday October 28th 7.30 to 9pm Foundational Truths: the Creed and Core Doctrines,

Led by Sr. Kathryn Williams

Please book your place by contacting the Parish office on 090 – 6492171 of by emailing parish [email protected]

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Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church, Athlone Announces Proposed Columbarium Project to Support Sacred Burial Space and Crucial Heating Upgrades

— The parish of Ss. Peter and Paul’s Church, Athlone, has announced a proposal to install a columbarium within the church’s Old Mortuary Chapel, located to the right of the main entrance door. This sacred installation will offer a dignified resting place for the cremated remains of loved ones while simultaneously funding a long-overdue upgrade to the church’s heating system.

To bring this vision to life, the parish has engaged Mr. Joseph O’Neill of Eternum Columbarium, an Irish company specialising in partnering with local churches to design, build, and manage sacred niche spaces. The parish extends its sincere gratitude to Joseph O’Neill for his expert guidance and direction in bringing the proposed project to its current phase.

Community Approval and Governance

Addressing potential questions regarding church governance, the parish confirmed that the project strictly aligns with Church Law. The proposal was not decided by the parish priest alone; it was first extensively discussed with and approved by both the Parish Pastoral Council and the Parish Finance Committee. Following their joint recommendation, the project was presented to the Bishop, who has given his support to the project.

Next Steps and Reservations

The proposal was presented to a group of parishioners at Ss. Peter and Paul’s Church on Tuesday, August 8th. With positive community feedback, the project is now progressing into the formal design and planning phase. Several parishioners have already registered their interest in reserving a niche.

Parishioners who have questions or wish to secure a final resting place for their loved ones in the proposed Columbarium are encouraged to contact Joseph O’Neill directly.

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