Church of the Assumption, Dookinella, Achill, Co.Mayo

30/05/2026

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The death has occurred Henry Lyons, Cashel, Achill, and formerly of Maam Cross, Connemara ,peacefully at Mayo University Hospital, surrounded by his loving f...

29/05/2026

Our heartfelt condolences to Henry's wife, Jackie, daughters Sarah, Roisín and Clare, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and extended family.
Thinking of you all ❤️💔❤️
May his gentle soul, Rest in Peace 🙏

Funeral Mass, in Dookinella Church, tomorrow Saturday 30th May at 11:30 am.

Cashel, Achill and formerly of Maam Cross, Connemara - peacefully at Mayo University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday 26th May 2026. Predeceased by his parents Harry and Annie and sisters Marian and Pat He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife Jacky, daughters Sarah, Roisín,...

01/05/2026

1st May 2026....May Day 🙏

The month of May is dedicated to our Blessed Mother, the Virgin Mary 🙏💛🤍💛🙏

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26/04/2026

Congratulations and best wishes to these 3 beautiful girls, who made their First Holy Communion in our church today 🙏❤️🙏
Thinking of you in prayer on this yer very special day 🙏
God bless you all 🙏😀🙏

A very Special day today in Tarryland for 3 Special little girls 💖
Congratulations to Lily, Sophie and Aibhilín who made their First Holy Communion today, in Dookinella Church 🙏
Congratulations to all your families. 🎉
Wishing you all a beautiful and blessed Communion Day.
May you always walk in the light, and love of Christ
God bless you all 🙏
You all looked so beautiful today, girls 😍
Enjoy your special day 😀🥰

05/04/2026

The True Essence of Easter

Easter is more than a celebration.
It is a gentle invitation to begin again.

For many, this day carries a deeper, sacred meaning.

It speaks of renewal.
Of returning to life after the long winters within.
Of light finding its way through
even when everything once felt lost.

There is something universal in this moment
there is always a new beginning waiting
even after the falls, the pauses, the silence.

The resurrection reminds us of something deeper
that pain is not the end
that faith can carry us
when strength no longer does

Hope has a way of returning
even in the most difficult mornings

Allow yourself to notice that
Take a breath
Acknowledge what you’ve been through

And gently return
to what truly matters
love
compassion
purpose

May this Easter bring lightness to your mind
healing to your heart
and a quiet sense of renewal to your path

Even now
something in you is learning how to bloom again

Happy Easter to you all ✝️☦️✝️🙏🙏🪻🌷🪻

02/04/2026

We would like to sincerely thank, Marie, James & Ben for decorating the windows of our church for this Easter Season. Ye did a beautiful job 😍 Thank you so very much 🙏

We would also like to thank the anonymous person who left this beautiful flower arrangement, courtesy of Achill Island Flowers, in our church today. 💐 Honestly, we are so very grateful 🙏

We are genuinely so lucky and so blessed to have so many people, care for our church 🙏

Wishing you all a happy, holy and safe Easter 🙏 🙏

01/04/2026

02/02/2026

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Prayer for the Blessing of Throat on the Feast of St. Blaise

31/01/2026

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The Brat Bríde Tradition 🇮🇪
Tonight is Oíche Fhéile Bríde (St. Brigid's Eve)! Many Irish families had a beautiful tradition: they would leave a Brat Bríde—a white or red cloth, ribbon, or scarf—outside on a windowsill, bush, or doorstep. The belief is that St. Brigid blesses the Brat Bríde as she passes during the night, giving it healing and protective powers. In the morning, families bring the cloth inside and keep it safe. Throughout the year, they use the Brat Bríde when someone is sick, to protect their home, or for comfort during tough times.

This tradition mixes Christian faith with older Irish customs, and it's a lovely reminder of Ireland's belief in kindness, care, and keeping meaningful traditions alive.