Kilmurry McMahon/Labasheeda Parish

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Our Parish is now part of the Radharc na nOileán Pastoral Area. The Parish of Kilmurry McMahon / Labasheeda is in the West Clare Cluster of parishes. It is thirty kilometres west of Ennis. It is bordered on the South and South-West by the Shannon estuary. The name Kilmurry derives from the Church dedicated to Our Lady. The suffix McMahon distinguishes it from other Kilmurrys. The McMahon clan had

a residence at Clonderlaw Castle. The present parish is an amalgamation of two parishes, Kilmurry McMahon and Killofin. The name Labasheeda is said to come from its association with the Sheeda/ Sheehy clan (Leaba Sithigh). Another origin of the name derives from a folk tale. A storm capsized boats in the Shannon, except for one boatman who made it into the tranquil calmness of Labasheeda Bay and compared it to a bed of silk (Leaba Sioda). Depopulation has taken a heavy toll on the parish over the centuries. In 1831 the population was 7932 while the present population is 650. There are two holy wells in the parish. Tullyrcrine well is also known as Toberyrowarta. Mountshannon well is associated with St. Pilgrims attend Tullycrine well on the last Sunday in May and Mountshannon well on the feast of St. Kieran of Clonmacnois on the 9th of Sept. club, St Mary’s Athletics organise sporting activities. Set dancing is among of the great interests of the people of this community. The annual Dan Furey weekend of set dancing held at Labasheeda the last weekend in August continues to be popular. (taken from Killaloe Diocese Parish Profile)

07/06/2026

7th June 2026: Corpus Christi - The Body & Blood of Christ

06/06/2026
Reminder 50th year Celebrations tomorrow Saturday, June 6th.
05/06/2026

Reminder 50th year Celebrations tomorrow Saturday, June 6th.

Celebrating 50 years of St Kieran's Church, Labasheeda.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the laying of the foundation stone of St. Kieran's Church, Labasheeda, on 6th June 1976.

To celebrate this significant milestone, a special Mass will be held on Saturday, 6th June 2026 at 7pm.

We invite everyone to join us as we celebrate this important anniversary.

Together, we will remember the people who built the church, reflect on its important role at the heart of our community, and acknowledge all those who have contributed to its life and development over the past five decades.

Tea and refreshments will be served afterwards in the Community Centre.

Newsletter: Corpus Christi - The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. 7th June 2026
05/06/2026

Newsletter: Corpus Christi - The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. 7th June 2026

🙏Sacred Heart Novena starting tonight June 4th in St Mary’s Church at 8pm each evening until June 11th 🙏
04/06/2026

🙏Sacred Heart Novena starting tonight June 4th in St Mary’s Church at 8pm each evening until June 11th 🙏

Congratulations to Agatha Morgan, Kilmurry McMahon and Rosemary Tully, Labasheeda on receiving the Clare Older People's ...
03/06/2026

Congratulations to Agatha Morgan, Kilmurry McMahon and Rosemary Tully, Labasheeda on receiving the Clare Older People's Volunteer Recognition Award 2026 at Glor this evening.👏👏

Congratulations to the 4th, 5th and 6th class pupils of Labasheeda and Kilmurry McMahon NS, who today defeated Kilrush ...
03/06/2026

Congratulations to the 4th, 5th and 6th class pupils of Labasheeda and Kilmurry McMahon NS, who today defeated Kilrush in the Division 2 Wild Atlantic Way football league. The team will now progress to the final in Lissycasey tomorrow evening, Thursday June 4th vs Kilmihil schools. Throw-in will be at 5.45pm and there will be a €5 entrance fee for supporters. All support would be greatly appreciated. Well done again to all of the players and to their teachers

📚Best of luck to all the Junior and Leaving Cert students who are starting their exams today 🙏 🤞🏻
03/06/2026

📚Best of luck to all the Junior and Leaving Cert students who are starting their exams today 🙏 🤞🏻

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