Join us at Athboy’s Garden Plant Fair in April

The much-anticipated Garden Plant Fair will take place in the grounds of St. James’ Church of Ireland, Athboy on Saturday, 27 April from 10am to 1pm. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a novice eager to get your hands dirty, the Garden Plant Fair will offer something for everyone. Browse a wide variety of plants, flowers and seedlings, perfect for adding a splash of colour … Continue reading Join us at Athboy’s Garden Plant Fair in April

Join the Inglis family in supporting the Jack & Jill Home for Christmas Appeal

St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Trim supports the Jack & Jill Home for Christmas Appeal, aiming to raise €1m to fund 55,000 hours of in-home nursing care for children with complex medical conditions. The initiative, featuring Alfred Inglis’s touching story, will raise funds that will allow families to spend Christmas together at home. Continue reading Join the Inglis family in supporting the Jack & Jill Home for Christmas Appeal

Athboy to host parish auction on 11 November

St. James’ Church, Athboy, is hosting a parish auction on Saturday, 11 November, to raise funds for the church. The auction will include a variety of items such as furniture, logs, china, porcelain, pictures, books, garden statuary, and more. Also, refreshments and a raffle will be offered, featuring a hand-crafted livestock mart among other prizes. Continue reading Athboy to host parish auction on 11 November

Parish notices

The Soul Survivor Diocesan Youth event for young people of secondary school age plus fifth- and sixth-class pupils will take place at Wilson’s Hospital School on Saturday 22 October from 10am to 4pm. All attendees are asked to contribute €15 towards lunch. To book a place, email mkyouth2020@gmail.com. A coffee morning and cake sale will be held in aid of the parish retirement group on … Continue reading Parish notices

Pakistan floods fundraising appeal

There have been disastrous floods in Pakistan with over one-third of the country badly affected. Poor rural communities have reached out to the Joseph family in Ireland, pleading for help. In response, the family has set up a GoFundMe page where donations can be made to support those most in need. On the page, Beverly Joseph urges parishioners to consider helping at this very difficult … Continue reading Pakistan floods fundraising appeal