St. Michael's Parish 
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We all know when we are welcome in a situation, visiting a neighbour, a workplace, a social gathering or anywhere. It’s even more important in a church and place of worship that people feel welcome, included and noticed. Welcome is the kernel of faith and parish life. It’s something that we should never take for granted and constantly make sure that this happens.
Feeling welcome in a church is a sense that we are praying together, that we are all equal in the presence of God, that we all share many worries and troubles, that we know we can comfortably visit the church or be part of the congregation at Masses. In recent weeks, we have gathered to pray for our loved ones who have died, we welcome the First Holy Communion children and their families in large numbers this weekend, we will welcome the Confirmation candidates and their families in a few weeks, we welcome many bereaved families at funerals and we continue to prioritise welcome as a vital ministry to one another. – Fr. Michael
Do This in Memory Mass – this Saturday 15th November @ 6pm for all the First Holy Communion children and their families. Welcome to all
Confirmation Enrolment Mass – will take place on Saturday 29th November @ 6pm.
Mission Appeal – This Sunday we welcome Fr. Wilhad Shayo from the Rosminian Fathers as part of a diocesan mission appeal to support their parishes in East Africa (Tanzania, Kenya & Uganda).
Forever Loved, Forever Cherished – Special Remembrance Service for babies and infants lost during pregnancy or at birth will take place in the Church of the Resurrection, Farranree (T23 NV97) on Friday 28th November @ 7pm.
Department of Education Survey about School Choice: The current survey on the future of patronage in primary schools is important and it will shape the discussion on primary school divesting for the years to come throughout the Republic of Ireland.
While it is important that those who wish for a change of patronage would have their voice heard, it is equally important that those who wish for a Catholic education for their children and for those who would wish for sacramental preparation within the school would have their voice heard also. For those reasons and to ensure that an accurate picture emerges, please participate in this survey if you are a parent, prospective parent of a primary school pupil. The survey can be accessed at www.gov.ie/primary-school-survey
Fr. Michael
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