Parish News

Jesus has made Himself the Bread of Life to give us life. Night and day, He is there. If you really want to grow in love, come back to the Eucharist, come back to that Adoration.
Mother Teresa

PARISH OF MONAGHAN & RACKWALLACE.

6th September

You are asked to pray for Sr. Vera McGrath, St. Louis Community, formerly of Rathmines, Ballybay & Lettercran; Fr. Jim Moore, PP Clones & PP Killeevan-Currin-Aghabog ; Johanna Cooney, Dublin; May they Rest in Peace.

We Pray For All Our Recently Deceased

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ST. JOSEPH’S CHURCH:

TEMPORARY CLOSING FOR REPAINTING (until 12th September)

During this period, St Joseph’s will be closed from Monday to Saturday, and all weekday Masses, Adoration and Saturday morning confession will take place in St Macartan’s Cathedral for the duration of the work and all scheduled Anniversary Masses will be transferred to the Cathedral. The usual Sunday Mass schedule at St Joseph’s Church will remain unchanged.

UPDATE ON ST. MACARTAN’S CATHEDRAL:

With the scaffolding now removed, we can now see our beloved Cathedral in all her glory once more. This immense project ensures that St. Macartan’s Cathedral is now protected for further generations. As mentioned, our attentions now turn to the finer comforts, such as heating and toilet facilities, working hard to provide the best solution to meet the needs of parishioners, whilst conscious of our responsibility to ensure that we provide a sustainable system which protects our fragile environment. Our current fundraising figure stands at €2.3million, raised thanks to the amazing generosity of our parishioners, clergy and diocesan wide support.

What happens next: Charitable Donations Scheme (separate to Monaghan Parish) will be rolled out in the coming months and we ask, if you receive a CHY3/Enduring Certificate from us, that you complete and return same.

Yearly Pledges: If you have pledged to pay yearly and have yet to make your 2026 payment, just a reminder if you are paying by cheque, please make cheque payable to Diocese of Clogher. You can drop it in Parish Office, or post to Bishop’s House, FAO Gail. If paying by Bank Transfer, please ensure you use your name as reference. If you have any questions, please call Gail at Bishop’s Office – 047 81019, or by email: gail@clogherdiocese.ie A sincere thanks to all for your continued support and patience

Monaghan & Rackwallace Cemetery Sunday 2026

Today Sunday 6th September at 3p.m.

As always, a big effort has been made by many people to have family grave plots prepared for the Annual Blessing of Graves. A particular thanks to those who gave attention to nearby plots with nobody to attend to them anymore.
Arrangements are in place to promote health and safety and with the co-operation of everybody, these have contributed to a very dignified remembrance of our beloved dead. In the event of an emergency, it requires that the drive-way leading down to the cemetery from the Dublin Road be kept completely clear of vehicles. The Garda will be duty on the day, and have asked that due to the expected large numbers of people and in a narrow roadway, that no vehicles would travel down the road. Please respect them and their desire to keep everyone safe. Thus, NO VEHICLES can be admitted into the Cemetery grounds and we ask that as many as possible leave their cars at home and make the journey on foot. Otherwise drivers should park their vehicle in the grounds of the Cathedral.

There will be a collection taken up on the day and proceeds will go to the upkeep of the graveyards. We ask parishioners to bring a bottle of water with them and it will be blessed on the day.

The Companions of the Gospel:

The Companions of the Gospel (COTG) are hosting an evening of prayer and testimony on Sunday 13th Sept in St. Joseph’s Pastoral Centre from 6:30pm-8:30pm, all are welcome.

St. Joseph’s Choir resumes today Sunday 6th Sept. at 11.30a.m. New members welcome.

World Suicide Prevention Day:

World Suicide Prevention Day 10th Sept. With the theme identified by the International Association for Suicide Prevention, Changing the Narrative on Suicide, with the call to action: Start the Conversation. More information can be found at: www.who.int/campaigns/world-suicide-prevention-day/2026

Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland

Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland Dementia Services and Supports in County Monaghan: Support Groups for family carers. Social Club in Monaghan Town every 2nd Friday from 11am-1pm. For more information on these services please contact: Elaine Kearney Tel: 0879783959.

Anniversary Masses 5th – 13th Sept

Saturday 5th September
6.00p.m. (Cathedral) Vigil Mass (Month’s Mind) ● Anthony Ballantine, Devin Reilly Tce. ● Skaiste Terepaite, Mullagh Glas Hall & Lithuania.
Sunday 6th September
8.30a.m. & 11.30a.m. (St. Joseph’s) ● 12.30p.m. (Cathedral)
Monday 7th September
10.00a.m. (Cathedral) ● Nan & Peter Rooney, Drumbear ● Alina Minkstimiene, Glenview Heights & formerly Lithuania. ● Patrick Hughes, Clones Road ● Oliver McElvaney, Killymarley.
Tuesday 8th September
10.00a.m. (Cathedral) ● Jack & Florence McMahon & son Jackie & dec’d of McCann & McMahon families. ● Paddy McCann, Mullaghmatt.
Wednesday 9th September
10.00a.m. (Cathedral) ● (Month’s Mind) Shirley Shipway (nee McFadden) London & formerly Belgian Square. ● Jim & Barbara Scott & dec’d. of the Gray family, Ardaghey; Jim & Elizabeth Fay & dec’d. family.
Thursday 10th September
10.00a.m. (Cathedral) ● Joe & Josie Murray, Tully & dec’d. of the Murray family, Milltown & Glaslough Street.
Friday 11th September
10.00a.m. (Cathedral) ● Betty O’Sullivan, Dr. McKenna Tce. ● Ann Gray, Knockatallon & dec’d. family members.
Saturday 12th September
10.00a.m. (Cathedral) ● Packie, Kathleen & Brian Coughlan, Tully ● Tommy & Annie Smith, Tullygrimes. ● Rita & Rory McCann & dec’d. of McShane & McCann families, New Terrace. ● Eaver & Marion McMahon, Knockaturley & dec’d. of the McMahon family.
6.00p.m. Cathedral ( Vigil Mass) Month’s Mind ● Teresa (Tessie) Connolly, Tully.
Sunday 13th September
8.30a.m. & 11.30a.m. (St. Joseph’s)
9.30a.m. (Ardaghey) ● Willie & Mary B. Ward, Ardghey. ● Liam & Rosemary McCabe, Park Road. ● Patrick, Claire & Paidge McDonald, Ardaghey.
12.30p.m. (Cathedral)

Clogher don Óige:

Clogher don Óige will host the second series of – The Chosen – a groundbreaking drama for young adults about the life of Jesus Christ, told through the eyes of those who knew Him. It will take place each Thursday, for 8 weeks, beginning 10th September, from 7.30pm to 9.30pm in St. Joseph’s Pastoral Centre. An opportunity for young adults aged 18-40 to watch the series, take part in discussions, group sharing and prayer. To register or for more information contact info@clogherdonoige.org or call 047 72784.

Monaghan Town Scouts

beavers & cubs start back Monday 7th Sept. for details email monaghan-scouts@gmail.com

Céilí Dancing class resumes Thursday 10th Sept. in Teach na nDaoine 8-9p.m. New members welcome.

Legion of Mary

Legion of Mary Annual Pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday 27th September – bus leaving car park at back of Monaghan Credit Union at 8a.m. Fare €25 to be paid when booking in Wineways, Glaslough Street. Enquiries 0872709683.

Monaghan Tuesday Social Club (over 55) resumed last week in Teach na nDaoine 2-4p.m. All welcome.

St. Vincent de Paul Monaghan

St. Vincent de Paul Monaghan – can you give 1½ to 2 hours one Saturday per month as a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels? If so contact Dessie on 086 0606125 or Anthony 085 2450245

Ardaghey ICA resumes Monday 7th Sept. at 8p.m. in Ardaghey Community Centre. New members welcome.

The Parish Office

Monday -Thursday: 10a.m. to 4p.m.

Friday: 10a.m. to 1 p.m.

Closed daily for lunch 1p.m. to 2p.m.

As we are not a commercial business you may find this office closed at other times.

St. Patrick’s Tyholland – Sunday 6th September

Sunday 6th September
10.30a.m. ● Sean & Mary McCaffrey, New Houses & dec’d. of the McCaffrey & Lee families.
Sunday 13th September
10.30a.m. ● James, Kathleen, Frank, Mark & Francie Ward, Cavancreevy. ● John & David Kenny, Tyholland.

TYHOLLAND PARISH CHURCH HARVEST THANKSGIVING: Sun 20th Sept at 3pm . Parking available at Monaghan Mushrooms Refreshments served afterwards in Tyholland Community Centre. Everyone is welcome.