About us

Welcome to the Aughaval Group of Parishes!

 "A prayerful and pastoral presence in every parish"

We are a vibrant and welcoming group of parishes (Church of Ireland tradition) located in the heart of County Mayo and on the beautiful Wild Atlantic Way. As part of the Diocese of Tuam, Limerick & Killaloe, we are committed to fostering a strong sense of community, worship, and service, rooted in the love of Christ. We seek to offer a prayerful and pastoral presence in every parish.

Our Mission

At the Aughaval Group of Parishes, we aim to:

• provide a space for meaningful Christian worship and spiritual growth;
• grow a supportive, organic and inclusive spiritual community for all ages and backgrounds;
• actively engage in outreach and service, reflecting God’s love to and in the wider community.

In addition to this we seek to uphold and pursue the Five Marks of Mission of the Anglican Communion. (See https://www.anglicancommunion.org/mission/marks-of-mission.aspx.)

"The Five Marks of Mission:

The mission of the Church is the mission of Christ

1. To proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom
2. To teach, baptise and nurture new believers
3. To respond to human need by loving service
4. To transform unjust structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind and pursue peace and reconciliation
5. To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation, and sustain and renew the life of the earth

The first Mark of Mission, identified with personal evangelism at the Anglican Consultative Council in 1984 (ACC-6) is a summary of what all mission is about, because it is based on Jesus’ own summary of his mission. This should be the key statement about everything we do in mission."

https://www.anglicancommunion.org/mission/marks-of-mission.aspx 

Who we are

Our group of parishes includes several historic and beautiful church buildings, each with its own unique character and story. Together, we form a connected group, respecting our celebrating both our shared faith and our individual parish traditions, and with a deep Christian affection for each other. 

We welcome everyone—whether you are a lifelong member of the Church of Ireland, new to the faith, or simply exploring. Our doors are open to you.

What we offer

We offer Word and Sacrament, Prayer and Pastoral Care, through:

• Regular Worship Services - Join us for traditional and contemporary services;
• The Sacraments, of Holy Baptism and the Eucharist;
• Confirmation preparation (COI tradition), for young people and adults;
• Marriage preparation courses for groups and individual couples;
• Community activities - from youth and children's teaching and events to outreach programmes, there’s something for everyone;
• Pastoral Care: Our team is here to support you in times of joy and difficulty.

Explore more

Visit our website at aughaval.tlk.ie to learn more about our services, upcoming events, and how you can get involved.

You can find our Contact and Service Information by clicking this LINK.


We look forward to welcoming you to the Aughaval Group of Parishes!