20/08/2026
Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A)
Errigal Parish News - 23rd August 2026
Weekday Masses: St. Mary’s Church: - Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 10am.
St. Joseph’s Church: - Wednesday at 10am.
St. Mary’s Church - (Vigil): Anniversary Mass -
Anniversary Mass: For Adrian Robinson on Sunday 30th August at 10am.
St. Joseph’s Church - (Vigil) - DDS Mass for deceased members on Saturday 22nd August at 6pm.
Anniversary Mass -
Saturday Vigil Mass 6pm - St. Joseph's Church in August.
Eucharistic Adoration: - Adoration on Monday after Mass until 2.30pm.
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Parish Pastoral Group: Next meeting to prepare for the Parish Mission will take place on Tuesday 1st September in the Parochial House at 8.30pm.
Parish Mission: Parishioners may have heard that the parish will hold a mission in September of this year. It will be delivered by the Dominican Order. As you know it has been some time since the last Mission in the parish. Whilst members of the Parish Pastoral Group continue to organise it, it would be helpful to have a few interested individuals from each end of the parish to help with the organisation. Time commitment should not be great - a few hours between now and September and some input during the week itself. This is a great opportunity to get involved in a significant event for the parish, and if you are interested, please contact Fr. Crowley.
Parish Mission - Sunday 27th September - Friday 2nd October.
Errigal SVP: School Uniform Support: As the new school year approaches, we know that the cost of school uniforms can place a significant financial burden on many families. If you or someone you know needs assistance with the cost of school uniforms, please don't hesitate to contact your local St Vincent de Paul (SVP Errigal) in confidence. Telephone: 07563595868 All enquiries will be treated with sensitivity, respect and complete confidentiality.
Errigal SVP: Could You Spare a Little Time to Help Others? As we prepare to celebrate the Feast of St Vincent de Paul (27th September), the Errigal St Vincent de Paul (SVP) Conference need a couple of volunteers to join our local team. This is a wonderful opportunity to put your faith into action, give something back to our community, and make a real difference to the lives of local individuals and families who are struggling.
No previous experience is necessary. You will be warmly welcomed and fully supported by our local SVP Volunteers, with guidance and training provided.
If you would like to find out more, please contact us on 07563595868. We'd be delighted to hear from you. For more details, please see https://www.svp.ie/northern-ireland/
Errigal: Through Our Eyes - Summer Youth Photography Project: Starting Monday 6th July, all young people under 18 are invited to join Errigal: Through Our Eyes, a summer photography project. The theme is “See what matters. See where God is.” This will celebrate the beauty, faith, kindness, and everyday life of our parish.
Pick up an entry form, then send up to three photos taken within the parish boundaries and a short reflection to the parish email (with parent/guardian consent for under 16s). There are 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes in both Primary and Secondary categories, with certificates for everyone. Update Deadline - Please note that the closing date for entries has been postponed until the end of September. We warmly encourage all our young people to take part and share their photographs and reflections. More details will follow soon.
Baptism Dates: The next Baptism dates are Saturday 5th September in St. Mary’s Church at 5pm and St. Joseph’s Church on Sunday 13th September at 12.30pm. The Baptismal Programme for parents/guardians will take place in the Parochial House on Wednesday 2nd September at 7pm. Please register to attend the Baptismal Programme by Saturday 28th August using the parish email address, this will indicate to the Baptismal Team the numbers who will attend the Baptismal Programme.
Gift Aid/Census Cards: Can we please request the return of Gift Aid and Census cards recently circulated so that parish records can be updated during the summer months.
Monday Adoration Adorers: We request if you are available on Monday from after the morning Mass to participate in the rota for Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament which takes place until 2.30pm. If interested, please leave your name/contact number in the sacristy and we will follow up.
Feasts during the Week: Monday - St. Bartholomew: Name occurs in the Synoptic Gospels only in the list of the apostles. He is probably to be identified with Nathanael of Cana, whom Philip brings to our Lord. Preached the Gospel in India. Tuesday - St. Louis (1214 - 70): King of France, father of eleven children, Franciscan tertiary, man of integrity, died in Tunisia on his second Crusade. He is the Parton of the French Monarchy. Thursday - St. Monica (332 - 87): Converted her pagan husband, Patricius, to the faith, and by her prayers and tears brought her son St. Augustine to Christianity and a moral life. Patron saint of mothers. Friday - St. Augustine (354 - 430): Bishop of Hippo, where he lived with a community until his death. His theological influence has been most significant in the Church, especially on the understanding of God’s grace. Patron of theologians. Saturday - Passion of John the Baptist: He is found worthy of a martyr’s death, his last and greatest act of witness to Christ.
Diocesan Vocations: In this Sunday's gospel Peter acknowledges Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the living God, and Jesus confers on Peter "...the keys of the Kingdom..." an image reflected in the First Reading where the Lord says He will "...place the key of David..." on the shoulder of those called to lead His people, those who will be called "father."
For further information, please contact the Diocesan Vocations Director, Fr Pat O'Hagan, at [email protected]
The Net: As always, it features a wide variety of news, interesting and inspiring interviews, articles, and photos from parishes across the diocese. You can read the Diocesan newspaper on-line at. or a paper copy is available at the back of the church. Donations welcome.
Church Safeguarding: If you have any concerns regarding Safeguarding children or vulnerable adults in need of protection within the Church please contact: Mrs Marie O’Kane (DLP) on 07596500793 or email: [email protected] (Designated Liaison Person), Diocesan Pastoral Centre, 164 Bishop Street, Derry. - Or PSNI (Police Service of Northern Ireland) 101 or Social Services Tel: 02871-314090.
Parish Representatives - Tracey McGilligan and Clare Mullan.
St. Joseph’s Church: We present a dual gauge to initiative funds in our parish for the on-going costs associated with the renovation of St. Joseph’s Church. The gauge on the left indicates the funds we require to complete the refurbishment. The gauge on the right reflects the loans we have received from other parishes. (Gauge also available on website and page). Thanks - Donations - Current figure £235.400.00.