The annual Diocesan Safeguarding Sunday will take place this weekend September 27/28. It’s a time when we reflect on the importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in our parishes and communities. It is also an opportunity to inform the wider faith community of the important work that your parish does to ensure a safe…
As Ann is on annual leave the parish office is closed and will reopen on Tuesday 30th September. You can leave a voice mail message parish office phone or if your message is urgent you can phone Fr. Kevin directly. His contact details are:
Parish Office: (01) 538 2542
Email: secretary@monkstownparish.ie
Fr Kevin Rowan
Crosscare will hold its Annual Appeal for those most in need this weekend (20th and 21st September). This will replace the Share collection at all Masses. The following is a letter form Archbishop Farrell concerning this year’s Crosscare appeal.
We extend our condolences o the family of Amanda Merrigan (Sallynoggin and formerly of Monkstown Farm) who died (suddenly) at home on September 10th 2025. Amanda; dearly beloved daughter of Marie, loving partner of Keith, much loved mother of Nathan, Alannah, Abbie and Reece, adored grandmother of Dean, Cara, Rían, Saoirse and especially her little…
Venerable Edel Quinn (1907-1944) was the envoy of the Legion of Mary to East Africa. She died in 1944 and is buried in Nairobi. There will be an opportunity to thank God for the life of Edel and pray for her Beatification in Deansgrange Cemetery on…
The Summer Dues collection for the support of priests launched recently. Dues are an important part of the priest’s stipend, and your generosity as always is greatly appreciated. Summer Dues envelopes are available at the back of the Church. Thank you to all of our parishioners who have donated already.
We extend our condolences to the family of Jacqueline (Jacker) Baker, (Formerly of Oliver Plunkett Villas, Monkstown Fram and St. Michael’s House, Glendoher, Rathfarnham, and ‘Cara’) who passed away peacefully on September 3rd 2025, surrounded by her family. Jacqueline (Jacker); dearly beloved daughter of the late Jack and Clara. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by…
We express our condolences to the family of Monica Keogh (née McGuinness) (Monkstown, Co. Dublin and formerly of Piercetown, Co. Meath) who passed away peacefully on 28th August 2025, with her family in the wonderful care of the staff at our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross. Beloved wife of the late Gerard and much loved mother…
The annual pet blessing service will take place in Monkstown Parish Church. The Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind and the Blue Cross Animal charity will join parishioners.
All are welcome to come along with their pets and join in this celebration with all its associated chaos and fun.
