Parish News

Training for Readers

Pope Francis recently spoke about the importance of every parish having readers who, because they are well-prepared, are able to proclaim the Word of God. He said: “ the Liturgy of the Word.God speaks ...

Visits to the Sick by Eucharistic Ministers

Deacon Bill McMillan is now taking the lead in organising visits to the sick. If you know of anyone who requires a visit by a Eucharistic Minister, please contact Deacon Bill (647 6034) or by email ...

Lenten Talks 2018 – any thoughts?

Following our tradition of Lenten Talks in recent years, this year we will host five Lenten talks in St Columbkille’s. We would be delighted if you have a particular theme you wish to have discussed ...

Training Workshops for Parish Ministries February 2018

A number of training workshops are being planned both for those who are already members of Ministry groups and also for any parishioners who would like to find out more about them.  So the following ...

NEW Parish Mission & Action Group

Fr Pat reports on a new Parish group: After a number of unsuccessful attempts to attract more parishioners to participate in the Parish Council, it was decided towards the end of last year to ...

Workshops for Parish Ministries

In September of last year we held a well-attended morning Retreat for all those involved in our Parish Ministry groups: Passkeepers, Altar Servers, Readers, Eucharistic Ministers, and contributors to ...

Catholic Education Week 2018

Sunday 28th January sees the start of Catholic Education Week when we celebrate the importance of educating children and young people in faith.  This year’s theme – Catholic Schools ...

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is traditionally observed from the 18th to the 25th January– the octave of St. Peter and St. Paul.  Local Christian Churches are encouraged to work together to ...