Contact. Looking back a decade or two, we cannot leave the 1950s and 60s with out mentioning memorable events in which the Downpatrick Mercy Sisters were involved. Coincidentally he died on the same date, the 11th November, as his namesake, Catherine McAuley, the Mercy Foundress, whom he greatly admired. We pray for peace in the world, especially the tragic war being waged by Russia in the Ukraine. The church spire was added in 1895 and pilgrim walkers on St Patrick's Way have been visiting the church to explore its rich history. On some two previous days your humble servant, the cook, managed some dinner at a small grate upstairs, but today the kitchen grate, for the first time, beheld a nun before it, one who was far from being adept at her work. The power of his message - that only in Christ Jesus are we truly free - is as relevant today as it was in 1872 when St Patrick's was built and 432AD when Ireland's great apostle arrived on our shores. Parish Bulletin 11 12 22. The site was obtained by John Spears (father and son) of Downpatrick who gave a rood of land belonging to a person by the name of James Magee. The new schools, which were constructed behind the convent on Stream Street, were known as Mount St. Patrick Convent Schools. Construction completed, the Sisters took occupation of the new convent on the feast of All Saints, 1873. The matter was discussed by both communities and their votes were in favour of amalgamation. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. 2 were here. . Edward MacMullan, the Rev. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. Meet the Priests. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. 22nd January 2023. Services are also being streamed at 'St Patrick's Church Downpatrick' at iTech Media's churchmedia.tv website. After about ten years (in 1922) it was recognised that the experiment in reunion was not working. For these, I refer you to the chapters on the Downpatrick Community in The Call of the North.. We will be broadcasting 24/7. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". In June 1923 Downpatrick community reassumed its autonomy with Mother M. Ethna Grene as Superior. . These classes were well attended and continued for many years. It is an apostolate continued to this day.. Current Mass Times in St. Patrick's - All Masses are now open to the public. Apostolic Work. The idea was to give further training in secretarial work to young girls who were past school leaving age in order to prepare them to take up jobs in business and other offices. Marie Duddy, Elizabeth McKeown & Frances McCashin. Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin will celebrate Mass on March 15 as part of a novena hosted by the St Patrick's parish in Downpatrick to mark the 150th anniversary of the church being built. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. Parish Podcasts. Convent of Mercy, Downpatrick. Proudly created with Wix.com. "In this it is very helpful to reflect on St Patrick, who had a strong sense of his own sinfulness and unworthiness, but who was open to the great work that God was calling him to do. Wearing their visitation cloaks and bonnets, baskets on their arms, they became familiar sights on the streets and alleyways of the busy market town. Parish Bulletin 18 12 22. supports HTML5 video, Morning Mass for the First Sunday of Lent 10:25 26-02-2023, Vigil Mass for the First Sunday of Lent - Killyleagh 17:00 25-02-2023, Mass of Ash Wednesday- Killyleagh 19:25 22-02-2023. Find your parish listed under one of the five pastoral areas below. It is said that one of the Spears having ordered the priest and congregation to leave some place where they were assembled for Mass, the family granted the site to make amends for the insult. Our good Parish Priest, having failed in his most pressing invitation that we should dine with him, as next best thing he sent us a fore-quarter of a lamb. At various times during the ensuing years, various Sisters maintained this mission for as long as there were Sisters available. 2 were here. 15th January 2023. In the event, the first Sisters of Mercy came to Belfast in January 1854. Mother). Fr. If the event you are looking for is not listed below then it was NOT RECORDED and NO PLAYBACK is available. External links were selected and reviewed when this page was published. http://www.parishofdownpatrick.com The recently completed parish church, built between 1868 and 1872, shared its site with that of the new convent, a picturesque hill overlooking the town, to be known as Mount St. Patrick. When he became Parish Priest of Downpatrick, the Fr. A compromise was reached. In time, in response to the request of some better off families, the Sisters converted stables at the rear of the convent into school rooms for a private or pension(fee-paying) school for girls who could afford, and wished to, continue their education. Downpatrick; St. Patricks Church; 54 St Patrick's Ave, Downpatrick, Down. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. please bear with me. 2020 by St Patrick's Parish Downpatrick. The Sisters also undertook the visitation of the sick and dying and the poor of the town. The Rev. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. The monitorial system was very beneficial to teachers of large classes such as were prevalent at the time, and was encouraged by the Mercy Foundress, Catherine McAuley, who saw the importance of proper training for those who would undertake the education of the young. Click here to read more about Mercy Ireland. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Part II Downpatrick Community, 1870 1911. These links are provided for informational purposes only and do not imply any endorsement or guarantee of the accuracy, safety or security of these websites on the part of The Diocese of Dromore. School Information. Confession Times. At this time, refugees from the Troubles in Belfast came flocking into Downpatrick, to the new housing estates. Archbishop Martin will celebrate Mass on March 15 as part of a special St Patrick's novena hosted by the parish, which he says is a chance for renewal. A plaque to his memory was erected in the entrance hall of Downpatrick Convent. In 1911 the Downpatrick community reunited with St. Pauls, in Belfast. bottom of page . This school flourished under the very able direction of the Sisters for the next twenty years. Parish Bulletins. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. Patrick Peytons Rosary Rally which took place in the summer of 1954. Dr. McAuley. This was open from 7 pm to 9 pm and the girls occupied their time in needlework and games and were given personal and moral support by the Sisters when it was needed. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. St Brigid's Church Belfast. Parish Bulletins. Sisters from Downpatrick In 1860 the Downpatrick community was well established and, in the Mercy tradition, it became autonomous. The Parish Bulletin is available via www.parishofdownpatrick.org parishofdownpatrick.org Parish of Downpatrick Parish of Downpatrick Website 33 Share However, the Sisters did much to demolish such prejudice during their 57 years in Donaghadee and developed strong friendships with their neighbours and the people of the town and surrounding area. The dedication of the convent chapel took place on 8th December and at six oclock on Christmas morning the convent bell rang over the sleeping town for the first time. More classroom space was needed and for a time the convent primary school operated on a split site, the original school in Irish Street and a school vacated by the De La Salle Brothers in Edward Street. With Mother Aloysius at the helm very little time was wasted. Mass Times. Webcam for St. Joseph's Church, Sheeptown, https://www.facebook.com/magheradrollparishdromore/, https://www.facebook.com/St-Peters-Clonallon-1694643117446777/, https://www.facebook.com/Clonduff-Parish-104780044746429/, https://www.facebook.com/drumgathparishrathfriland, https://www.facebook.com/Seapatrick-Parish-109437160714773/, St Patrick's Church Loughbrickland Webcam. This property was named St. Michaels Home and it provided accommodation for paying boarders. Part I 1855 1870 The Downpatrick Foundation. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Parish Magazine. . On that first school day I walked through the gates of this significant looking building for the first time. He signed the lease by the name Daniel Lea (Lea being another form of MAlea). Copyright 2021 MCN SOUND AND SECURITY LTD. All rights reserved. On 17th March, 1872, Feast Day of St. Patrick, Bishop Dorrian laid the foundation stone of the new St. Patricks Convent. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Front Row Left to Right: Srs. He put this to both communities on 9th March, 1911. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 2) If you using Mobile or Ipad (tablet) then long press on download button and then click download linK option. Eucharistic Adoration. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Parish Bulletins. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. The house had only basic furnishings but, with the help of gifts from kind neighbours, the Sisters got the house into order. It was originally built of mud but was replaced with stone in 1754. McAuley took himself again to Baggot Street, Dublin, to make a request the Mother Superior there at the time (Catherine had died in 1841) for some Sisters to come to Downpatrick to do what they could to help the people of his widespread parish and beyond. Also, a convent nursery school was built in the garden of St. Michaels and of Dr. Kellys house and both it and the primary school in Edward Street were blessed and formally opened by the Bishop, Dr. Philbin on the same day in June 1977. Sr Martina and Sr Elaine, who now live a contemplative life as Poor Clares at Faughart, Dundalk said it was an honour to return to St Patrick's Church and Downpatrick for the special occasion. The novena will include a 'Slemish Day' of prayer and fasting on March 14, in imitation of Patrick. The private school taught additional subjects, music, elocution, art and languages. Bernard McAuley said his first Mass in the House of Mercy in Baggot Street, Dublin, in 1828, on which occasion he met the Foundress of the Sisters of Mercy, Catherine McAuley. It was agreed that when there were Sisters available, they would go first to Belfast and then, as soon as was possible afterwards would also open a convent in Downpatrick. Morning Mass for the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Crossgar 09:25 Vigil Mass for 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Killyleagh 17:00 21-01-2023, Requiem Mass for Kathleen Carson RIP 10:55 20-01-2023, Funeral Service for Michael Crowe RIP 12:55 19-01-2023. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". "During the season of Lent we pause to consider our own spiritual journeys, and to accept our own need for conversion," said Dr Martin. Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. 920-989-2400. triparishbulletin gmail.com; Wendy Gehl. With the distance between the two communities, and transport and communications less advanced than they are today, there were difficulties of organisation and co-ordination of apostolates and personnel. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. If you come across any external links that dont work, please feel free to contact usand we will update or remove the link accordingly. The first of these was Fr. It did not take long for those who did not know her to realise that she meant what she said. The same former pupil also paid a special tribute to another Sister, who was always there as a supporting hand and guiding light in her own quiet, unobtrusive way: I would like to take this opportunity to refer to a gifted teacher, a lady in every sense, Sr. Mary Mercy [McKeown] who enriched our school lives simply by being there. The 8th May, 1864 saw the first bereavement in the Community. Masses are all live streamed via this page on a daily. Meet the Priests: Meet the Team. Lower Mourne. The construction of the convent was made possible by a legacy of 4,000 left by a most generous benefactor, John McIlheron of Downpatrick. Parish Bulletins: Text. "They could not have imagined that 150 years after the church was built that we are just emerging from a pandemic. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. Sr Elaine added: "This is an amazing time to rebuild on the old foundations through St Patrick's novena. Copyright Diocese of Dromore All Rights Reserved. As if these auspicious events were not enough, the biggest event of the 1960s for Downpatrick was the celebration of the Patrician Year, 1961 being, reputedly, the fifteenth centenary of the death of St Patrick. Click here to read the latest edition of our Parish Magazine. Morning Mass of the 7th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Crossgar 10:25 Requiem Mass for Eamon Bell RIP - Crossgar 09:55 18-02-2023, Requiem Mass for Frank McLaughlin RIP - Crossgar 10:55 16-02-2023. St . These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. A beautiful modern residential wing was opened on 21st June, 1980 and has been in use until recently. Parish Magazine. Religious instruction played an important part in the education programme. In 1894 an orphanage was opened and when more spacious accommodation was required for this, the Sisters bought a large house on Irish Street, the former home of Thomas Henry, for this purpose. Apostolic Work. There was a constant flow of girls in blue making their way to the main door where Mother Aloysius awaited their arrival. my wingman who normally puts the bulletin online is away on pilgrimage. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Within a few months the Down Recorder reported that the governors of the Down Infirmary and Fever Hospital explicitly forbade nuns to visit patients under their care and, a year later, by a unanimous verdict, the Board of Governors who had charge of the workhouse extended this prohibition with regard to the residents there. Meet the Priests. "It is in unison with God's perfect timing, when Downpatrick and the world begins to open up after two years of lockdown. The Operator of the system is Fr. The founding Sisters, Sr. M. Aloysius Brady, Sr. M. Gonzaga Morrin and Sr. M. Borgia Fortune, accompanied by the Superior from Belfast, Mother M. Philomena Maguire, took up residence. In less than eighteen months later, in June 1855, the Convent of Mercy, Downpatrick, was established as a branch house of the Belfast community even while these Sisters were still living in their temporary home in Donegall Square North in that town. Though a small church was built in the 1840s, St. Comgalls, there was as yet no Catholic school. 29th January 2023. Keep Up to date with events Parish and Diocese wide here! Dr. Bernard McAuley, had had his wish, the foundation of the Mercy Convent in Downpatrick would have pre-dated the foundation in Belfast by several years. Audleystown Road, Carlin, Downpatrick, Co Down, BT30 7JI; Fr. Mother M. Aloysius McCusker, a formidable woman, was appointed Principal and she became a legendary figure for the girls who passed through the school for the next 20 years and to whom she dedicated her many gifts. A house had been found for them in Irish Street (later no. Patrick remains our friend in the Lord. The local chieftan Dichu was quickly converted and gave him a barn, and it was here that St Patrick founded his first church in Ireland at Saul. As many similar requests were being made to the young Mercy community at this time, and the then Superior in Baggot Street was sending her Sisters far and wide across Ireland, and even to England and beyond, all she could offer the good Priest was a promise to send Sisters to the North as soon as she had any to spare. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". Two of these were natives of Downpatrick, the others were from Dublin, Belfast and Co. Antrim. He was a native of Ballynarry, the parish of Kilclief. Parishes of Shankill (St Peters Lurgan) and Shankill (St Pauls Lurgan); Parishes of Moyraverty (Craigavon) and Seagoe (Derrymacash); Parish of Magheralin. Sr Martina and Sr Elaine, a former BBC correspondent and a former barrister respectively, shared their faith story, entitled 'Our Friend Patrick'. On 3rd June, 1876 the newly built schools adjoining the convent opened. "We met unusual kindness from the Christians in Downpatrick when we came to live in the parish in 2019," said Sr Martina. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. Later, in the 1990s, in response to the influx of many families, fleeing from the Troubles in Belfast, into the new housing estates on the fringes of Downpatrick, two Mercy Sisters, Sr. Brigid Quinn and Sr. M. Louis Donaghy, went to reside in the Model Farm housing estate, to work in the parish. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Downpatrick Drumaroad & Clanvaraghen Drumbo & Carryduff Dundrum and Tyrella Duneane (Moneyglass and Toome) Dunloy and Cloughmills Dunsford and Ardglass G Glenariffe Glenarm (Tickmacreevan) Glenavy and Killead Glenravel (Skerry) & The Braid Greencastle H Hannahstown Holy Cross Holy Family Holy Rosary Holy Trinity Holywood K Kilcoo Killyleagh Dr. Bernard McAuley. From their earliest days, the Sisters became well known throughout the parish for their visitation of the poor, the sick, the lonely and the bereaved. P. Starkey and Rev. At its opening it was basically furnished, but adequate, and during the first week the attendance was 20 boys and 109 girls. Parish Bulletin 25 12 22. Morning Mass of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Crossgar 09:25 Vigil Mass of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Killyleagh 17:00 Requiem Mass for Seamus Kelly RIP - Crossgar 11:55 31-01-2023. The Sisters started giving classes on Sunday evenings in the school and at other times instructed young people and adults in the convent. Downpatrick Parish Today at 10:24 DROMANTINE SUNDAY, SMA OPEN DAY and FAMILY FUN DAY SUNDAY 12TH JUNE . This new school building was in sight of the park and the sea, uplifting the morale of both pupils and teachers. Church Of St Patrick (Saul) , Downpatrick. In the 1700s mass was said in various places. Hundreds of people were homeless, destitute and suffering from disease and malnutrition. Confession Times. Hols as announced. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Morning prayers were said, a few welcoming words and a short stern talk on behaviour inside and outside the school. In the 1970s also, individual Sisters volunteered for mission work in Kenya and Iceland for short periods. Another Bohog a name used by the old people in the diocese for a shed under which the priest said mass during times of persecution was in the townland of Ballybrannagh. Mary Mother M. Philomena remained in Downpatrick for a few days until the Sisters had settled in and on Tuesday, 3rd July, Sr. M. Aloysius Gonzaga was appointed local Superior in the new community. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". "This novena is an opportunity for all of us to be open to renewal and a fresh start and to ask the Lord: 'What is it that you want of me by way of mission?'". From the entrance, there is a magnificent view of the Mourne Mountains on the southern horizon. Apostolic Work. Part II Downpatrick Community, 1870 - 1911. Parish Magazine. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Windsor Avenue. The activities were not all restricted to the classrooms. Remembering Our Deceased. Morning Mass of the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Crossgar 09:25 Vigil Mass for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Killyleagh 17:00 Requiem Mass for Anne Smyth RIP 11:55 28-01-2023. Catherine McAuley, Foundress of the Sisters of Mercy. Telephone number: 02844830229. Over this time, it served as a boarding school and for a time in the 1920s, as a home for elderly ladies. downpatrick@downandconnor.org. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Life was not all plain-sailing for the Sisters in Donaghadee. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. [Again, I would like to name all the wonderful Sisters who gave very generous service in Donaghadee for over 50 years 18 at different times but unfortunatelyspace does not allow ..], Saint Michaels Commercial School And 1940s. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 028 4461 2084. The Annals record that: Dr. Tohill [Bishop of Down and Connor Diocese] thought it would be advisable,in compliance with the directions of the Holy See, to amalgamate the Sisters of Mercy in the diocese. (Glassdrumman & Ballymartin). Although we make every effort to ensure these links are accurate, the Diocese of Dromore is not responsible for any of the content of external websites, or the accuracy of such content. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. On 21st February Sr. M. Aloysius Brady was appointed first Superior (Rev. 12th February 2023. Memories of the opening of the new school are recorded by a former pupil, Ita Cunningham (ne Braniff), whose name was the first to appear on the new school register: I remember well the transfer from the homely surroundings of Irish Street, known as the Sisters of Mercy Commercial School. 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Besides education, the Apostolate of the care of the poor, the sick and the elderly was very dear to the Downpatrick Mercy Sisters. Christmas Message 2022. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. The site was obtained by John Spears (father and son) of Downpatrick who gave a rood of land belonging to a person by the name of James Magee. Eucharistic Adoration. 028 4461 2084. Fr Murray said the St Patrick's celebration would remember all the thousands of people who have attended Mass and celebrated the sacraments in the church on St Patrick's Avenue since its foundation. Meet the Priests. The Archdeacon was the parish priest of many years standing and a great friend of the Downpatrick Mercy Community. On 24th September, 1861 Sr. M. Vincent OHara made her Vows in St. Patricks Convent, Irish Street, the first Religious to do so in Downpatrick since the Reformation. 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