18/05/2026
On Sunday, May 17th, we had an uplifting confirmation service in Newcastle Church when 12 of our confirmation candidates from our parishes were confirmed by the Most Rev'd Dr Michael Jackson, Archbishop of Dublin and Bishop of Glendalough.
A huge thank you to the wonderful young people who were confirmed! They were fantastic throughout our preparation and on the day!
Many thanks also to the Archbishop, to Caroline our lay minister, to Sheila our organist, to all who decorated and prepared the church and grounds so beautifully and to everyone who came to support Emily, Senen, Theo, Gabriel, Holly, Reuben, Daisy, Patrick, Elliott, Mason, Ava and Donncha on their very special day!
We also look forward to Georgie’s confirmation, next Sunday, in Christchurch Church Cathedral, Dublin.
In the Archbishop's address he spoke of the candidates reaffirming the promises made on their behalf at Baptism and that to do so between Ascension Thursday and Pentecost was a poignant time. He said that we, like the disciples, can sometimes feel lost or left behind but that we must remember that Jesus is always with us. The Archbishop reminded us of how important it is to gather together, to support each other as a community of faith.
We continue to keep all those confirmed in our prayers and we endeavour to walk with them and encourage them as they continue their life long journey of faith. 🕊️
God bless,
Ross
