Becoming Church

How do we educate ourselves about the faith?

Sister Francis Kelly, Director of Religious Education, co-ordinates a number of programmes within the Parish.

Parents are given the opportunity of preparing for the Baptism of their children, while adults who may be seeking Jesus Christ within the community of the Catholic Church can gather weekly and become "catechumens" (learners) and absorb the faith and spirit of the Catholic Church.

We believe that parents are the first teachers of the faith and so share with their children their faith as they prepare their children for Confirmation and Holy Communion. Sister Francis Kelly co-ordinates these programmes. She is also ably assisted by a willing band of catechists.

Monsignor Brian Arahill and Sister Francis Kelly photographed with children who were Confirmed and received First Holy Communion in May 2004

There are Catholics who become "Retired Catholics". This happens for any number of diverse reasons, but whatever the reason, the Parish is always willing to welcome those who want to look at the church with a more mature outlook, and who may perhaps become an active Catholic once again. Everyone is welcome to belong.