Glanmire Catholic Parish

04/06/2026

CEMETERY MASSES IN THE FAMILY OF PARISHES
2026

Kilquane Cemetery Knockraha: Friday, 5th June 7.30pm

Ard na Gaoithe: Friday 5th June 7.30pm

Doonpeter: Monday 22nd June 7.30pm

St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Little Island: Friday, 26th June 7.30pm

Ballinaltig: Friday 3rd July 7.30pm

Ballylucra Cemetery Friday, 17th July 7.30pm

Rathcooney Cemetery Tuesday 14th July 7.30pm

Dun Bolg Friday 14th August 7pm

04/06/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 7th June 2026

The 100th anniversary of the Eucharistic Procession - Sunday 7th June
First held in 1926, the Eucharistic Procession was a wish amongst the people for unity, peace and reconciliation after the Civil War and the War of Independence. They asked Bishop Colahan to have a Eucharistic Procession, bringing Jesus in the Eucharist to the streets of our city. This is an opportunity to witness to our faith while being a part of a living tradition and the history of our city. One hundred years on, we gather as a diocesan family in prayer and thanksgiving, and to honour Jesus in the Eucharist. The Procession will begin at 3pm at the Cathedral of St Mary and St Anne and finish with benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at the Grand Parade. Copies of the programme available at the back of the Church

Eucharistic Adoration Renewal – representatives from the Cork and Ross Diosceasn Eucharistic Adoration Apostolate will speak at all Masses on the weekend of the 13th and 14th June. “The best, the surest and the most effective way of establishing peace on the face of the earth is through the great power of Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.” Pope John Paul II

Cork & Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes The Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from the 18th to the 23rd this year under the patronage of Bishop Fintan Gavin. Flights are from Cork Airport direct to Lourdes Airport. You can travel as a pilgrim with a full daily pilgrimage program, or if you require assistance to travel then you can come as one of our Assisted Pilgrims and stay in special assisted accommodation. To make this pilgrimage possible for our assisted pilgrims we need in the region of 130 volunteers to come, so maybe you might be someone who can come as a helper, and have a very rewarding and fulfilling experience? Choice of hotels are available from €939. Call Joe Walsh Tours on 01 2410 800 to book a place. For any general enquiries email or call Mary on [email protected] or 085 2525 040.

Medjugorje Pilgrimage August 25th 2026 ex Cork. 7 nights Half Board in Hotel Leone. Limited seats still available. Cost €949.00pps. Group Leader: Sean O'Shaughnessy WhatsApp: 0862959380 or [email protected].

St Vincent de Paul church gate collection will take place this weekend. Thank you for your continued support.

PARISH OUTING - Thursday 25th June 2026
The day will include
Tea, Coffee and scones in the Round Tower Hotel, Ardmore
Visit to St Declan’s Well
Mass in Ardmore
Time for a walk on the beach
Visit to Lismore and The Vee
Three Course meal, music, song & dance in The Firgrove Hotel, Mitchelstown.
Leaving St Joseph’s Church Springhill at 8.45am & returning at 10.30pm
Bookings can be made through the parish office
TOTAL COST - €60.00 per person

The Annual Diocesan Pioneer Mass will take place on Friday night 12th June at 7.30p.m. in The Church of The Sacred Heart Glounthane. If you or a member of your family are due to receive an emblem for your Pioneer membership as Diamond, Golden or Silver Jubilarian or if you would like to join the Pioneers as an Adult or a Young Pioneer, please contact Sorcha at 0863642619 or email [email protected] or Aislinn Cogan [email protected] or 0879699488 as soon as possible as there will be a presentation of pins after this Mass.

28/05/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 31 May 2026

The Holy Trinity
When we bless ourselves, we say, In the Name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, mentioning the three persons of the Trinity. As Christians we believe that there are three persons in the one God. God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. The One God exists simultaneously in three ways of being. Each of the divine persons, is the essence of God. These Persons are distinguished from one another only by their relationship to one another. May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen.

41st All Ireland Rosary Rally - Join over 10,000 people in Knock on Saturday June 6th for the 41st All Ireland Rosary Rally. There is a full day programme with great speakers. Mass with anointing of the sick. Re Consecration of Ireland to the Immaculate Heart of Mary by Arch Bishop Eamon Martin. See www.allirelandrosaryrally.com for more details. Bus from Glounthaune/Glanmire. To book contact Cillian Kelly on 086 8123642

St Vincent de Paul church gate collection will take next place weekend the 6th and 7th June. Thank you for your continued support.

PARISH OUTING - Thursday 25th June 2026
The day will include
Tea, Coffee and scones in the Round Tower Hotel, Ardmore
Visit to St Declan’s Well & Mass in Ardmore Church
Time for a walk on the beach
Visit to Lismore and The Vee
Three Course meal, music & dance in The Firgrove Hotel, Mitchelstown.
Leaving St Joseph’s Church Springhill at 8.45am & returning at 10.30pm
Bookings can be made through the parish office
TOTAL COST - €60.00 per person

The 100th anniversary of the Eucharistic Procession - Sunday 7th June
First held in 1926, the Eucharistic Procession was a wish amongst the people for unity, peace and reconciliation after the Civil War and the War of Independence. They asked Bishop Colahan to have a Eucharistic Procession, bringing Jesus in the Eucharist to the streets of our city. This is an opportunity to witness to our faith while being a part of a living tradition and the history of our city. One hundred years on, we gather as a diocesan family in prayer and thanksgiving, and to honour Jesus in the Eucharist. The Procession will begin at 3pm at the Cathedral of St Mary and St Anne and finish with benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at the Grand Parade.
As part of the lead up to the Eucharistic Procession, the Relics of St. Carlo Acutis will visit the Diocese over the June Bank Holiday weekend. Friday 29th May to Monday 1st June. Copies of the programme available at the back of the Church

Our parish has been invited - To come and adore the blessed sacrament on Thursday the 4th June from 8.00 – 10:00pm in St Peter and Pauls Church, if you would like to join us to take part during this time. Please give your name when leaving mass this weekend

Eucharistic Adoration Renewal – representatives from the Cork and Ross Diosceasn Eucharistic Adoration Apostolate will speak at all Masses on the weekend of the 13th and 14th June. “The best, the surest and the most effective way of establishing peace on the face of the earth is through the great power of Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.” Pope John Paul II

Communion - Congratulations to the pupils of St Michael’s Upper Glanmire who received their First Holy Communion last weekend.

Medjugorje Pilgrimage August 25th 2026 ex Cork. 7 nights Half Board in Hotel Leone. Limited seats. Cost €949.00pps. Contact Sean on 0862959380

Join us at the All Ireland Rosary Rally in Knock and experience the power of prayer. Register now and be part of a global movement.

21/05/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 24 May 2026

Pentecost

Today is the Feast of the Pentecost. The Day when the Holy Spirit descended from Heaven and filled the Apostles with wisdom, understanding, right judgement, courage, knowledge, awe in the presence of God and holiness. On our Confirmation Day we receive the Holy Spirit in a special way. While we were baptised with water and the Holy Spirit, the full significance of this only comes to light when we are preparing for the sacrament of Confirmation. This is when we learn about the gifts of the Spirit and the fruits of the Spirit. If we recognise the gifts and fruits of the spirit in our lives and in the lives of those about us through belief, trust and following the way of Jesus Christ then the Holy Spirit become more a reality in our lives. God has a predetermined plan for each of us. A plan which we would not have dreamed about or thought about ourselves. But it is our acceptance of the gifts of Holy Spirit that enables us to answer God’s call and deal with animosity, hardship and persecution. To God be honour and glory forever. May he fill us with hope and with the power of the Holy Spirit. Lord you are our help and salvation.

The office will be closed next Tuesday 26th May, open as normal on Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00am – 1.00pm.

The 100th anniversary of the Eucharistic Procession - Sunday 7th June
First held in 1926, the Eucharistic Procession was a wish amongst the people for unity, peace and reconciliation after the Civil War and the War of Independence. They asked Bishop Colahan to have a Eucharistic Procession, bringing Jesus in the Eucharist to the streets of our city. This is an opportunity to witness to our faith while being a part of a living tradition and the history of our city. One hundred years on, we gather as a diocesan family in prayer and thanksgiving, and to honour Jesus in the Eucharist. The Procession will begin at 3pm at the Cathedral of St Mary and St Anne and finish with benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at the Grand Parade.
As part of the lead up to the Eucharistic Procession, the Relics of St. Carlo Acutis will visit the Diocese over the June Bank Holiday weekend. Friday 29th May to Monday 1st June. Copies of the programme available at the back of the Church

Our parish has been invited to come and adore the blessed sacrament on Thursday the 4th June from 8.00 – 10:00pm in St Peter and Pauls Church, if you would like to join us to take part during this time. Please give your name when leaving mass this weekend

Eucharistic Adoration Renewal – representatives from the Cork and Ross Diosceasn Committee will speak at all Masses on the weekend of the 13th and 14th June.

Annual mass for deceased will be held in Caherlag Graveyard, on Wednesday May 27th at 7:30pm

Congratulations to to the pupils of St Joseph’s School who received their First Holy Communion last Saturday.

Law’s Well, unveiling of plaque at entrance to Glashaboy Woods Housing Estate on Friday 29th may at 6.30pm. All are welcome.

Social Tea and coffee and chats next Sunday 24th May after 10.30am Mass in Parish Centre and on every 3rd Sunday of the month. Come for the chat.

41st All Ireland Rosary Rally - Join 0ver 10,000 people in Knock on Saturday June 6th for the 41st All Ireland Rosary Rally. There is a full day programme with great speakers. Mass with anointing of the sick. Re Consecration of Ireland to the Immaculate Heart of Mary by Arch Bishop Eamon Martin. See www.allirelandrosaryrally.com for more details. Bus from Glounthaune/Glanmire. To book contact Cillian Kelly on 086 8123642

Join us at the All Ireland Rosary Rally in Knock and experience the power of prayer. Register now and be part of a global movement.

15/05/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 17 May 2026

The 100th anniversary of the Eucharistic Procession - Sunday 7th June
First held in 1926, the Eucharistic Procession was a wish amongst the people for unity, peace and reconciliation after the Civil War and the War of Independence. They asked Bishop Colahan to have a Eucharistic Procession, bringing Jesus in the Eucharist to the streets of our city. This is an opportunity to witness to our faith while being a part of a living tradition and the history of our city. One hundred years on, we gather as a diocesan family in prayer and thanksgiving, and to honour Jesus in the Eucharist. The Procession will begin at 3pm at the Cathedral of St Mary and St Anne and finish with benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at the Grand Parade.

As part of the lead up to the Eucharistic Procession, the Relics of St. Carlo Acutis will visit the Diocese over the June Bank Holiday weekend. Friday 29th May to Monday 1st June. St. Carlo Acutis has inspired young people throughout the world through his deep devotion to the Eucharist. The visit of his relics offers a special opportunity to prepare spiritually for the Eucharistic Procession, helping us to deepen our appreciation and understanding of Christ’s real presence in the Eucharist.
The relics will travel to different locations across the diocese, allowing many people to participate in this significant and grace-filled occasion.

Copies of the programme available at the back of the Church
Family Mass - We will have a Family Mass on Saturday May 23rd at 5.30pm in St Joseph's Church Springhill. All are welcome. We specially invite all Children who recently made First Holy Communion regardless of which School, to attend and also to wear your First Communion cloths. Please come early as seats will be reserved for the children at the top of the Church. This also gives parents a chance to take some photos in a more relaxed setting after Mass. The Children's choir the St Joseph’s will be singing at Mass.
We look forward to seeing you there.

Exam Mass - Our Family of Parishes will celebrate Mass for all students doing exams in Carraig an Aifreann, Glenville, on Friday 22nd May at 7.30pm, weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, the Mass will be celebrated in St. Joseph’s Church, Glenville. All welcome.

Annual mass for deceased will be held in Caherlag Graveyard, on Wednesday May 27th at 7:30pm

A copy of the 2025 parish accounts are now available form the parish office.

Comhghairdeachas to to the pupils of Gael Scoil Ui Drisceoil who received their First Holy Communion last Saturday.

41st All Ireland Rosary Rally - Join 0ver 10,000 people in Knock on Saturday June 6th for the 41st All Ireland Rosary Rally. There is a full day programme with great speakers. Mass with anointing of the sick. Re Consecration of Ireland to the Immaculate Heart of Mary by Arch Bishop Eamon Martin. See www.allirelandrosaryrally.com for more details. Bus from Glounthaune/Glanmire. To book contact Cillian Kelly on 086 8123642

Cork Ecumenical Bible Week Invitation
Sunday May 17th at 7.00 p.m. in Our Lady Crowned, Mayfield
‘Women is St John’s Gospel’ presented by Ms Gillian Kingston
Tuesday morning May 19th at 10.45 a.m. in Sacred Heart Hall, Western Road
‘5 Women on 5 Women in the Acts of the Apostles’ presented by Rev Geraldine Gracie,
Ms Joanna Griffin, Rev Elise Hanley, Dr Rosalie Moloney, Dr Marian Mortell
Thursday May 21st at 7.00 p.m. in St. Luke’s Church, Douglas
‘Women in St. Luke’s Gospel presented by Rev Dr William Olhausen
All events are free to the public and all are welcome.

08/05/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 10 May 2026

The Fruits of the Holy Spirit

How do recognise the fruits on the Holy Spirit in your life.

One way is to think of someone in your life who shows the fruits of the spirit in action. Maybe it is your Mum or Dad or grandmother or grandmother or all of them. Think of the way they love you unconditionally. Think of a person who is always or mostly joyful and when you meet them you feel better afterwards. Think of a person who is at peace with themselves even though their life is tough. Think of a person who is kind, not just because they give you something but because they are there for you, they give you their time. All these people that you have started to think about may also be patient with you, faithful to you when things get rough, gentle with you when others are nasty, and these people are invariably self-controlled. They are consistent, they do not change with the latest whim. You may have been thinking about one person or you may be lucky enough to know and have many people in your life who show the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Treasure them. And of course, you may be a person that others recognise as having some or all of these attributes. If you let the Holy Spirit become a more obvious presence in your life then the fruits of the Spirit will become a reality for you.
Annual Grotto Procession
A word of thanks to the Grotto committee and to everybody who helped and
attended our annual procession. It was wonderful to see so many people come
together in prayer, praising God and honouring our Blessed Lady.

Glanmire Community Safety Meeting: Will take place on Tuesday 12th May at 8.00pm in Upper Glanmire Community Hall. A Chance to discuss crime prevention and hear directly from your local Gardaí

Congratulations to the pupils of New Inn School who received their First Holy Communion last Saturday.

Cork & Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes | September 18th to 23rd
The Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from the 18th to the 23rd this year under the patronage of Bishop Fintan Gavin. Flights are from Cork Airport direct to Lourdes Airport. You can travel as a pilgrim with a full daily pilgrimage program, or if you require assistance to travel then you can come as one of our Assisted Pilgrims and stay in special assisted accommodation. To make this pilgrimage possible for our assisted pilgrims we need in the region of 130 volunteers to come, so maybe you might be someone who can come as a helper, and have a very rewarding and fulfilling experience? Choice of hotels are available from €939. Call Joe Walsh Tours on 01 2410 800 to book a place. For any general enquiries email or call Mary on [email protected] or 085 2525 040.

23/04/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 26 April 2026

Cork & Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes | September 18th to 23rd
The Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from the 18th to the 23rd this year under the patronage of Bishop Fintan Gavin. Flights are from Cork Airport direct to Lourdes Airport. You can travel as a pilgrim with a full daily pilgrimage program, or if you require assistance to travel then you can come as one of our Assisted Pilgrims and stay in special assisted accommodation. To make this pilgrimage possible for our assisted pilgrims we need in the region of 130 volunteers to come, so maybe you might be someone who can come as a helper, and have a very rewarding and fulfilling experience? Choice of hotels are available from €939. Call Joe Walsh Tours on 01 2410 800 to book a place. For any general enquiries email or call Mary on [email protected] or 085 2525 040.

Glanmire Community Safety Meeting: Will take place on Tuesday 12th May at 8.00pm in Upper Glanmire Community Hall. A Chance to discuss crime prevention and hear directly from your local Gardaí

Car Parking - Due to the consolidation of Weekend Masses, car parking has become an issue. We would ask for your patience and co-operation with the following:
● Please respect the reserved spaces for resident and visiting Priests these areas are sign posted.
● Please do not park in the area in front of the two steel bollards as this area needs to be kept clear at all times for emergency vehicle access.
●Please do not park in the narrow entrance to and from the carpark.
● Please do not move traffic cones they are there for a reason.
● It is inevitable that double parking will be required. If you have to double park we would respectfully ask that you return to your car as quickly as possible, so as not to impede other vehicles.
Thank you on behalf of the Parish Assembly

St Vincent de Paul church gate collection will take place next weekend the 2nd and 3rd May. Thank you for your continued support.

The annual procession to Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto takes place on Sunday, 3rd May. It leaves St. Joseph’s Church, Glanmire at 3.00 p.m. and proceeds to the Grotto. We look forward to your company on the day. Church gate Collection this weekend will be in support of the upkeep of Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto.

This Sunday is Vocations Sunday - The Family of Parishes celebrates Vocations Sunday with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Evening Prayer and Benediction, 5pm - 6pm in Watergrasshill Church this evening. All Welcome.

Tridium of Masses in Honour of St. Joseph the Worker
Friday next, 1st of May, is the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker. This Feast day was instituted by Pope Pius X11in 1955 to recognise the dignity of human labour and to provide a Christian model for workers. It highlights St. Joseph as a model worker and provider. Because St. Joseph is the Patron Saint of Glanmire Parish, being the Saint of our Parish Church in Springhill, we will have a Tridium of Masses offered in his honour at 10.00am on Wednesday 29th April, Thursday 30th and Friday 1st of May, in St. Joseph’s Church, Springhill! During each Mass a Novena Prayer to St. Joseph will be recited. Prayer cards will be distributed. Do join us if you are free!

16/04/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 19Apr26

Reflection
Recognising Jesus in the ordinary circumstances of our daily lives. How many times do we not recognise Jesus being present to us in the actions of a friend or a lucky encounter with a stranger. Have you ever been helped by somebody you have never meet before unexpectantly? Have you ever been at mass or eucharistic adoration when a solution to a problem you have being praying about suddenly comes to you?
Have you ever brought your petitions to the Lord to the foot of the cross and felt that Jesus was present in a special way and was listening to you and was speaking to you through your conscience.
Revisit such moments today and feel how the two disciples felt when they recognised Jesus at the breaking of bread at the Inn on the road to Emmaus.
Recognise Jesus in the ordinary circumstances of our daily lives.
This prayer has special relevance at this time when many of us feel like the bewildered disciples on the road to Emmaus before they recognised Christ.
‘May Jesus Christ, who has already defeated death and opened for us the way to eternal salvation, dispel the darkness of our suffering humanity and lead us into the light of His glorious day, a day that knows no end.’

Upper Glanmire Community Association and Glanmire Parish, present Cork Garda Male Voice Choir and local band, Never Too Late. Taking place on Friday 24th April at 8.00pm sharp in St Michael’s Church, Upper Glanmire. Doors at 7.30pm. Tickets cost €15.00 and are on sale from the Parish Office. Booking is Essential.

Car Parking
Due to the consolidation of Weekend Masses, car parking has become an issue. We would ask for your patience and co-operation with the following:
● Please respect the reserved spaces for resident and visiting Priests these areas are sign posted.
● Please do not park in the area in front of the two steel bollards as this area needs to be kept clear at all times for emergency vehicle access.
●Please do not park in the narrow entrance to and from the carpark.
● Please do not move traffic cones they are there for a reason.
● It is inevitable that double parking will be required. If you have to double park we would respectfully ask that you return to your car as quickly as possible, so as not to impede other vehicles.
Thank you on behalf of the Parish Assembly

We would ask people to please return your Trócaire boxes to the sacristy or the parish office.

Medjugorje Pilgrimage August 25th 2026 ex Cork. 7 nights Half Board in Hotel Leone. Limited seats still available. Cost €949.00pps. Group Leader: Sean O'Shaughnessy 0862959380.

New Parish “Queen of Peace” Prayer Group, which will be held on the 2nd Friday every month in Glanmire Parish Centre 19:00 to 20:00 followed by tea/coffee and a chat afterwards. Join us for rosary, scripture reading, intercessory prayers, and time before the Blessed Sacrament. This prayer group is open to everyone. Contact Sean O’Shaughnessy 0862959380 for queries.

Next Sunday is Vocations Sunday, The Family of Parishes celebrates Vocations Sunday with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Evening Prayer and Benediction, 5pm - 6pm in Watergrasshill Church. All Welcome

09/04/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 12th April 2026

Reflection

Today is the Sunday of Divine Mercy. I have had the privilege of visiting the Sanctuary of the Divine Mercy in Lagiewnicki in the suburb of Krakow in Poland four times and I am always surprised by this sense of peace, forgiveness and healing when you witness the nuns reciting the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy at 3pm in the Convent chapel.

On this Sunday of Divine Mercy, feel being in the presence of the Holy Spirit like the Early Christians in the Temple of Jerusalem and their celebration of the breaking of bread in their homes on a daily basis. Give thanks to Sr. Faustyna who had a vision of the Risen Lord with two shafts of light, red and white, streaming from his heart as the fount of Mercy which has brought many people back or closer to the Risen Lord.

Believe even though you have not seen. If we believe and trust in God’s forgiveness, mercy and healing, we will be freed from the death of sin.

We would ask people to please return your Trócaire boxes to the sacristy or the parish office.

St Vincent de Paul Church Gate Collection will take place this weekend the 11th and 12th April, your support is much appreciated.

Medjugorje Pilgrimage August 25th 2026 ex Cork. 7 nights Half Board in Hotel Leone. Limited seats still available. Cost €949.00pps. Group Leader: Sean O'Shaughnessy 0862959380.

New Parish “Queen of Peace” Prayer Group, which will be held on the 2nd Friday every month in Glanmire Parish Centre 19:00 to 20:00 followed by tea/coffee and a chat afterwards. Join us for rosary, scripture reading, intercessory prayers, and time before the Blessed Sacrament. This prayer group is open to everyone. Contact Sean O’Shaughnessy 0862959380 for queries.

Divine Mercy Sunday
Divine Mercy Sunday will be celebrated this Sunday 12th April 2026 in the Church of the Real Presence, Curraheen, Cork. The day commences at 2pm and includes the Rosary, several Priests hearing confessions, the Divine Mercy Chaplet and the Stations of the Cross. Mass is celebrated at 3.30pm.

Theology Open Day, is this for you? The Priory Institute provides online Theology courses to degree level. Attend Saturday lectures in Tallaght or from the comfort of your own home. Click here or visit our website prioryinstitute.com to find out more about our Open Day on Saturday 18 April. This is the link to register for the Online Open Day
https://prioryinstitute.com/events/open-day-on-saturday-18-april

Upper Glanmire Community Association and Glanmire Parish, present Cork Garda Male Voice Choir and local band, Never Too Late. Taking place on Friday 24th April at 8.00pm sharp in St Michael’s Church, Upper Glanmire. Doors at 7.30pm. Tickets cost €15.00 and are on sale from the Parish Office. Booking is Essential.

04/04/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 05 April 2026

Reflection

12th April is the Sunday of Divine Mercy. I have had the privilege of visiting the Sanctuary of the Divine Mercy in Lagiewnicki in the suburb of Krakow in Poland four times and I am always surprised by this sense of peace, forgiveness and healing when you witness the nuns reciting the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy at 3pm in the Convent chapel.

On this Sunday of Divine Mercy, feel being in the presence of the Holy Spirit like the Early Christians in the Temple of Jerusalem and their celebration of the breaking of bread in their homes on a daily basis. Give thanks to Sr. Faustyna who had a vision of the Risen Lord with two shafts of light, red and white, streaming from his heart as the fount of Mercy which has brought many people back or closer to the Risen Lord.

Believe even though you have not seen. If we believe and trust in God’s forgiveness, mercy and healing, we will be freed from the death of sin.

Spring Dues: We are requesting volunteers to deliver the Spring Dues envelopes in their area. They are available from the sacristy in both churches. Your help is much appreciated.

Medjugorje Pilgrimage August 25th 2026 ex Cork. 7 nights Half Board in Hotel Leone. Limited seats still available. Cost €949.00pps. Group Leader: Sean O'Shaughnessy 0862959380.

New Parish “Queen of Peace” Prayer Group, which will be held on the 2nd Friday every month in Glanmire Parish Centre 19:00 to 20:00 followed by tea/coffee and a chat afterwards. Join us for rosary, scripture reading, intercessory prayers, and time before the Blessed Sacrament. This prayer group is open to everyone. Contact Sean O’Shaughnessy 0862959380 for queries.

Divine Mercy Sunday
Divine Mercy Sunday will be celebrated on Sunday 12th April 2026 in the Church of the Real Presence, Curraheen, Cork. The day commences at 2pm and includes the Rosary, several Priests hearing confessions, the Divine Mercy Chaplet and the Stations of the Cross. Mass is celebrated at 3.30pm.