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Pilgrimages & Retreats...Last Updated Sunday 11th May 2008.
 

Knock Vigil

Night vigil for the holy souls in the Parish Church, Knock Shrine, Co. Mayo Commencing 9pm Saturday May 10th - 1 am Sunday May 11th. Starting with the stations of the cross; outdoors eucharistic adoration; mass; and confessions. Details from Mary 00353 9179 8407

May the Month of the Rosary.

A group from the parish will recite the Rosary every Wednesday evening during the month of May in St. Patrick’s Church after the 7pm Mass. It is hoped that many will come and join the group in praying the rosary.

Youth Mass
You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses (Acts 1:8) There will be a Diocesan Youth Mass on Pentecost Sunday 11th May in St ColumbÕs Church, Chapel Rd, Waterside Derry at 6pm. Bishop Hegarty will be the main celebrant and all young people are invited to attend. The new Diocesan Youth Choir will provide the music for the Liturgy at this Mass. All young people studying for their exams this year are also most welcome. Refreshments will be held afterwards in the adjacent Parish Centre. Everyone welcome.

World Youth Day Experience in Lourdes July 08
As an alternative to World Youth day in Sydney, Lourdes has been nominated the European Centre for WYD and the diocese will be taking a youth group to experience these days of celebration. The trip will be from 16th-21st July for 20-35 year olds and will travel as part of the larger Diocesan Pilgrimage. The cost is £449. There will be a set program for this group for the 5 days including live screen linkup to Sydney, International Youth Masses, concerts, drama and much more. If you are interested in going or finding out more please contact the Pilgrimage Office on 71260293 or pick up a form from the parish office.

Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
A 10-Day Pilgrimage to the Holy Land takes place from 3rd to 12th September 2008.The cost is £850 stg. inclusive of all taxes. Direct flight from Belfast. For full details contact Ann Diamond on. 028 79 468134

Derry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes - 16-21st July 2008
Application forms are available for any young person aged 14-15 years old who would like a place on the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes. Special arrangements are made for the youth who will be lead by the Pilgrimage Youth Team. The Lourdes Pilgrimage would be grateful for volunteers who are qualified nurses to work as part of the care team. For further information please contact The Lourdes Pilgrimage Office at 164 Bishop Street, Derry BT48 6UJ. Tel. 028 7126 0293

150th Anniversary of the Apparitions at Lourdes
The Derry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from 16th - 21st July 2008. Fare £449.00 Stg. Application forms can be obtained from the Parochial House or from the Diocesan Pilgrimage Office, 164 Bishop Street, Derry. Special booking forms for pilgrims who are sick or in need of help/care are only available from the Pilgrimage Office. Opening times are Thursdays 11am to 2pm. Saturdays 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm. Telephone Derry 71 260293

 
   
 

Lough Derg has been offering One Day Retreats since 1992. These appeal largely to older people, especially those no longer able to make the traditional Three-Day Pilgrimage, and to those who for reasons of health or disability, have never been able to visit Lough Derg.





 
   
 
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