18/05/2026
Parish bulletin - Sunday 17 May 2026
ST PATRICK’S CHURCH, KILLENAGH ST MARY’S CHURCH, AUGHABRACK
Email: [email protected] Tel: 71398212. Secretary’s hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 3.00p.m. – 5.30p.m.
In case of emergency, phone: Claudy, 71337727.
Many thanks and well done, to those who oversaw and carried out the re-contouring and tarring of the St. Patrick's carpark. The puddles have gone, and the new pavement at the church entrance lends much more dignity.
Thank you to all who helped with the blessing of the graves in both cemeteries.
Weekdays:10.00 a.m. Mon., Wed. and Fri. in St. Mary’s; Tues. and Thurs. and Saturday in St. Patrick’s
Sunday 17 May, St. Mary's, 10.30 a.m. Anniversary Mass for Aine Kerlin.
Sunday 17 May, St. Mary's, 10.30 a.m. Anniversary Mass for Mary Kerlin.
Friday 22 May, St. Mary's, 7.30 p.m. First Anniversary Mass for Leo Ward.
Sunday 24 May, St. Mary's, 10.30 a.m. Anniversary Mass for Patricia Quigg.
Sunday 31 May, St. Mary's, 10.30 a.m. 20th Anniversary Mass for Aiden O'Kane.
Saturday, 6 June, St. Mary's, 6.30 p.m. First Anniversary Mass for Moira Devine.
Friday 12 June, St. Patrick's, 7.30p.m, Mass for Father Eamon's Golden Jubilee.
Sunday 12 July, St. Mary's, 10.30 a.m. 25th Anniversary Mass for William and Lena Browne & 10th Anniversary of Ryan Browne.
First Holy Communion – St. Patrick’s Sunday 7 June, 11.00a.m.
ST. BRIGID’S BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT St. Brigid’s Bereavement Support group has recently been established and volunteers have received training in supporting families who have been bereaved. Parishioners who have been bereaved can request a visit by either emailing [email protected] or by completing a visit request form at the back of the Church and leaving it in the secure box provided.
Parish Youth Ministry Evening: Derry Diocesan Youth will host an evening for Parish Youth Ministry leaders and volunteers on Wednesday 20 May in Claudy Parish Centre at 7.00pm. The evening will provide an opportunity for parishes to reflect on their current ministries for young people and share practice. The focus of the evening will be on the GIFT Programme. This is a post-confirmation programme aimed at Year 8 initially and delivered through parish. If you would like more information or would like to attend, please contact [email protected] 02871264087.
Local Writing Group (Dunamanagh Scribblers) Open Night Friday, 29th May
Our local writing group (recently rebranded as Dunamanagh Scribblers) are having an Open-night on Friday, 29th May at 7,30 at CNG clubrooms (Dunamanagh).
EVERYONE WELCOME!! - to come along and meet and hear from - some of our amazing local ‘scribblers’ (creative writers) - who will read from their recently published Anthology of work.
Lough Derg will host their Day of Friendship and Prayer this Wednesday, 20 May. This special annual event promotes Christian unity. Archbishop Eamon Martin and Archbishop John McDowell will join Fr La Flynn, Prior of Lough Derg, for a day of spirituality, friendship and reflection. The day begins at 10am, finishing at 3pm on Station Island, an oasis of calm & peace with over 15,000 years of history. Admission fee of €25 includes boat fare, refreshments and lunch. Advance booking is essential. www.loughderg.org [email protected] tel. 0(0353) 71 9861518.
DIOCESE OF DERRY LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGE 2026: The Diocese of Derry Three-Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg will take place from Friday 24 July to Sunday 26 July 2026. Lough Derg continues to welcome people seeking prayer, peace, reflection and renewal in the midst of busy lives. A bus will travel from St Eugene's Cathedral, via Strabane and Lifford. Cost: £95 / €110 including bus transport. You are welcome, of course, to use your own means of transport. Booking form and full details available at: derrydiocese/lough-derg
The Sisters from the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus based in Waterford will lead a ladies' weekend retreat in the Carmelite Retreat Centre, Termonbacca, Derry, entitled ‘In the Upper Room with Mary’, from Friday 22nd- Sunday 24th May, Pentecost weekend. The cost of the weekend including accommodation is £90. For booking and queries call Aoife on 02871262512 or email [email protected]
DERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK SHRINE will take place on Saturday 6 June 2026. In conjunction with the All Ireland Rosary Rally, we will join those gathered to celebrate at our National Eucharistic and Marian Shrine. For those for whom it is convenient, buses will leave St Eugene's Cathedral, Derry, at 8:00am: cost £50, which includes dinner in Knock House Hotel following the conclusion of the Mass in the Basilica. For further information, please contact Karen in the parish office at St Eugene's on 028 7126 2894 or by email at [email protected]. Full schedule to follow.
Walk in the footsteps of our Patron Saint on Saint Patrick's Way Pilgrim Walk in Downpatrick with guides Martina Purdy and Elaine Kelly on Sat 6 June and 8 August, and Mairead Sweeney on Sat 4 July. Begin at Saint Patrick's Centre with the fabulous 180° IMAX film of St Patrick. Price includes entrance fees, internal bus transfers, pilgrimage lunch at the famous Saul Barn, plus a stamped Camino passport and a 6-mile pilgrimage walk, finishing at Saint Patrick’s grave. Come and Be Amazed! (Duration 9am-approx 3pm, all for just £55) To book ring 02844 619000 or go to website www.saintpatrickcentre.com
Diocesan Schools' Religious Education Conference 2026 - 'Drawing New Maps of Hope'
The Derry Diocesan Catechetical Centre is delighted to be hosting its third Diocesan Schools' Religious Education Conference - 'Drawing New Maps of Hope'. The conference will take place over two days in Saint Columb's College, Derry. Tuesday 25th August is the day for Post-Primary Schools and Wednesday 26th August is the day for Primary Schools. We are delighted to welcome Dr Melodie Wyttenbach, Executive Director, Roche Centre for Catholic Education, Boston College as our keynote speaker. Bishop Donal McKeown will celebrate the Eucharist at the beginning of the conference each day. Alongside Dr Wyttenbach's keynote address, there will be 20 workshops, a panel discussion and the opportunity for attendees to meet and share their experiences and good practice. If you would like to register your intention to attend, please complete the form below. Once you have registered, you will receive a list of workshops to choose from.
https://forms.office.com/e/wskcEL79LY?origin=lprLink
Aughabrack Community Hall
Pilates with Carol – Monday 13th April for five weeks. Please contact [email protected]/07843907406 for further information or to reserve a mat.
Irish Dancing with Kerlin School of Dance – Wednesdays, beginners/middle 5.30pm-6.30pm, advance 6.30-8.10pm. Registration with Kerlin School of Dance
Aughabrack Tots –Thursday mornings - 9.30-11.15am
Crafters Group – ‘Crafts & Laughs’ – Tuesdays @7.30pm. This is an informal craft group and can include all sorts of crafts – crochet, knitting, needlework & embroidery just to name a few. All abilities and new members welcome
Walking Club – Tuesday mornings at 10am. Meeting at Aughabrack Community Hall and finishing in the hall with a cup of tea. All fitness levels welcome.
Mindfulness with Joanne Gallagher – Thursday 7th May for 8 weeks, 7-8pm.
Justin Move to the Beat – Thursday 28th May @11.15am (after tots)
Rural Engagement In Arts Programme Showcasing Event – Friday 29th May – Viewing from 7pm with event commencing at 7.30pm. Refreshments served.
Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service – Friday 5th June. Book online @ www.NIBTS.org
To register for any of these events please email [email protected]
Keep an eye on our page for information and upcoming events
-Clann na nGael Aughabrack Dunamanagh
Training times & venues- Walk Jog Run continues every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:30PM and at 8:30AM every Sunday in Aughabrack. Senior men training continues Monday & Wednesday 7:30PM in Aughabrack. Senior ladies training Tuesday & Thursday 8:00PM Aughabrack. Sperrin Gaels Minor boys training Tuesday 7:30PM in Glenelly. Sperrin Gaels Minor girls training Tuesday 7:00PM Aughbrack & Sunday 11:30AM Glenelly. Sperrin Gaels U-14 girls training Sunday 11:15AM Aughabrack, Wednesday 6:45PM Dunamanagh & Friday 6:30PM in Glenelly. Sperrin Gaels U-14 boys training Wednesday 7:30PM in Aughabrack. Go Games boys and girls- Tuesday 6:30PM - 7:15PM in Aughabrack.
Lotto Results- Tuesday 5th May 2026, winning numbers 4- 6- 18- 21. No Jackpot winner- Well done Noel McDermott lucky dip winner. Next week's Jackpot is £1520.
Catholic School Leadership Development Opportunities: The Derry Diocesan Catechetical Centre, working in Partnership with Saint Mary’s University, Twickenham, offers a number of avenues for the professional development and spiritual formation of Catholic school leaders. The Full Masters in Catholic School Leadership is a post graduate degree dedicated to the professional development and spiritual formation of Catholic school leaders. A Post Graduate Certificate and Diploma are also offered. These avenues are a great opportunity for those currently in leadership roles and those who aspire to, or have an interest in, leadership roles within the Catholic School system. If you are interested in registering for any of the options in September 2026, attending an online information session on Monday 8th June , or require any further information, please contact the Derry Diocesan Catechetical Centre on 004428 71264087 or email [email protected]
Special Offer: Pilgrimage to Lourdes from 3rd until 8th July, 2026. Flights from Derry and full board £899. Contact Maria at 02881648357 or WhatsApp 07768 395038 for further details.
