ALL PUBLIC MASSES ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE AS A RESULT OF THE CORONAVIRUS. FR.PADDY ASSURES YOU OF HIS PRAYERS AND WILL CELEBRATE MASS IN PRIVATE WHERE HE WILL REMEMBER US ALL IN PRAYER..
Welcome to our Parish
The people of our parish show a great pride in our Churches and parish and we hope to continue the excellent work of our predecessors and the various organisations and committees within the parish.
If you contribute to the life of the parish by attending Mass and other celebrations, give your time and talents as a volunteer in one of the many lay ministries and/or provide financial support. We would like to offer our sincere thanks and encourage you to continue to be part of our parish family as it grows and develops.
Upcoming Events
There are no upcoming events at this time.
Notices
Public Mass Cancelled
March 13, 2020
Sacrament of Reconciliation
March 6, 2020
Every Saturday from 5pm to 5.45pm in the Church of the Most Holy Rosary, Abbeyleix and also, on Saturday mornings from 10.30am to 12noon in Portlaoise Parish.
Stations of the Cross Ballyroan
March 6, 2020
Stations of the Cross will take place Friday nights at 7.30pm in St. Patricks Church for the season of Lent.
Trocaire Boxes
February 27, 2020
Trocaire boxes available as we begin the season of lent, it is customary to remember those less fortunate.
Catholic Schools Week 2020
February 4, 2020
The past week has been a very eventful one where wonderful celebrations took place in our catholic schools in Abbeyleix & Ballyroan. Ethos, is something that is felt and permeates itself throughout the entire school community. Catholic ethos at its heart is about inclusivity, diversity and the respect of the entire human person. A sincere…
Happy St. Brigid’s Day 2020 – Brigid Brings The Spring!
February 1, 2020
February is a most hopeful month. We have just celebrated St. Brigid’s Day. A day which brings great hope. St. Brigid brings with her a story of compassion, generosity, healing and renewal. These early February days mark the beginning of Spring. Yes, it may still feel cold but already brighter evenings, emerging green shoots and…
St Vincent de Paul Annual Collection
December 7, 2019
The Annual Collection for St Vincent de Paul will take place in Parish Churches in Abbeyleix & Ballyroan over the weekend of the 14th & 15th of December. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Catholic News
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