Church of the Assumption and St. Laurence O'Toole

Church of the Assumption and St. Laurence O'Toole Roman Catholic Church in county Wexford Rathangan represents the old parishes of Duncormick, Killag, Ballyconnick, Kilmannon and part of Ambrosetown. Rev.

In 1327 Duncormick was appropriated to the Knights Hospitallers of Kilmainham. In pre – Reformation times, the principal church in the area was at Duncormick. When this was taken over by the Reformed Church, a small chapel was built at Belgrove, about a mile and a half from Duncormick. Subsequently, a small mud-walled chapel was built at Rathangan and is thought to have remained in use until the e

nd of the eighteenth century when a more substantial building was erected. Some remains of this church can be seen in the old cemetery. A chapel at Newtown was destroyed in the 1798 Insurrection. Garret O’Toole, PP from 1853 to 1875, decided in 1863 to build a new church, but legal difficulties relating to the lease of lthe sie delayed the project. It was not until the 1st of June1870 that the first foundation stone was laid. The architect was Robert Sinnott of Wexford, and the builder James Wilkinson of Enniscorthy. The church is a Gothic cruciform building. Seven arches resting on Cork red marble pillars separate the nave and choir from the side aisles. The east window was the concept of Canon O’Toole and depicts scenes from the Scriptures. The church is built of red conglomerate stone from the local quarry of Nicharee, with Carlow granite forming the dressings of the doors and windows. The tower and spire, 135’ high to the top of the cross, form a conspicuous landmark in the locality. The church was often referred to as ‘the cathedral in the fields’. The dedication of the church to The Assumption and St Laurence O’Toole took place on 5 October 1873. A medallion portrait of Canon O’Toole can be seen in the floor in front of the altar. A marble altar donated by the Patrician Brothers’ Novitiate, Tullow was installed in 1998 together with a marbel ambo. (Information courtesy of ‘Churches of The Diocese of Ferns’ book)

Rathangan Church Wexford
05/01/2026

Rathangan Church Wexford

05/01/2026

Parish News – Clothes Collection (Advance Notice)
Just to confirm some initial details, with further information to follow as soon as everything is finalised.

The Pastoral Council will be organising a clothes collection, with all proceeds going towards the Rathangan Church Wexford roof repair fund. If anyone is planning a clear-out over the weekend, this might be a good opportunity to set items aside.

We will confirm details this week, including drop-off points, days/times, what is accepted and not accepted, and the final cut-off date for the collection.

Thank you for your continued support of the parish.

05/08/2025

🎶 Fleadh Pop-Up Shop Alert! 🎶
📍 Crowning Glory Hairdressers, South Main Street, Wexford
🗓 All Fleadh Week!

Join us for a delicious and heartwarming cause in aid of Rathangan Parish Restoration Works on the Church of the Assumption & St. Laurence O’Toole. 🙏

☕ Tea/Coffee & Soft Drinks
🍓 Strawberries & Cream / Ice Cream
🧁 Buns, Muffins, Sandwiches

… and lots, lots more!

Whether you're here for the music or just passing through, pop in, grab a treat, and help restore our beloved parish church. 💒
Every bite helps a slate!



Rathangan Church Wexford

Prayers & Blessing of GravesWednesday, 13th August 20256.30pm - Ambrosetown7.00pm - Duncormick (Mass followed by Blessin...
26/06/2025

Prayers & Blessing of Graves
Wednesday, 13th August 2025

6.30pm - Ambrosetown
7.00pm - Duncormick (Mass followed by Blessing Graves).
8.00pm - Killag
8.30pm - Kilcowan

Rathangan Church Wexford

Rathangan Church Wexford - Current Finance CommitteeFr. Robert McGuireKate MiskellaMartina FurlongSinead Scallan
24/06/2025

Rathangan Church Wexford - Current Finance Committee

Fr. Robert McGuire
Kate Miskella
Martina Furlong
Sinead Scallan

Rathangan Church WexfordPastoral Council President - Fr. Robert McGuireElected OfficersChair - Michael DoranVice Chair -...
24/06/2025

Rathangan Church Wexford

Pastoral Council
President - Fr. Robert McGuire

Elected Officers
Chair - Michael Doran
Vice Chair - Gerry Mernagh
Secretary - Alan Martin
PRO - Sharon McKevitt

Council Members
Kate Miskella
Leo Carty
Mick Carty
Rose Walsh
Angela Browne
Jacqui Sydney
Seamus Cullen
James White
Mary Whelan
Aisling Whelan

24/06/2025

New Pastoral Council (Elected - February 2025)

Council Officers:
President: Fr Robert McGuire
Chair: Michael Doran
Vice Chair: Gerry Mernagh
Secretary: Alan Martin
PRO: Sharon McKevitt

Council Members:
Martina Furlong
Kate Miskella
Rose Walsh
Angela Browne
Jacqui Sidney
Leo Carty
Seamus Cullen
James White
Aisling Whelan
Mary Whelan
Michael Carty

Parish Finance Committee
Fr Robert McGuire
Kate Miskella
Martina Furlong
Sinead Scallan

05/06/2025

Address

Rathangan Duncormick
Wexford
Y35K262

Telephone

+353830157503

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