Aughaval Group of Parishes

  Welcome! Please scroll down for today's Gospel reading, notes and notices. "And when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” The Serpentine Cross , Mount Nebo,  overlooking Jordan Valley, taken by the author on Holy Land pilgrimage, 2017 Today's Gospel      John 12:24-36 [Jesus said] Very truly, I tell you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. Those who love their life lose it, and those who hate their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there will my servant be also. Whoever serves me, the Father will honour. Now my soul is troubled. And what should I say—‘Father, save me from this hour’? No, it is for this reason that I have come to this hour. Father, glorify your name.”  Then a voice came from heaven, “I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.”   T...

  Comhghairdeas! It was very special on Sunday 9 August, to have the opportunity to welcome Rory Brickenden home and to celebrate his part in the memorable GAA Senior All-Ireland Cup Final of 26 July (Reek Sunday) and the historic Mayo win.   The people of Westport, Mayo, and all in the Aughaval Parishes - Westport & Dugort, Castlebar, Turlough are so very proud of Rory and his own Brickenden family support team!   Comhghairdeas , and our thanks to Rory for taking time to greet and chat with friends, visitors and fans young and old in Holy Trinity, Westport ! You made our day! And every blessing for the future. Rory with parents Steve and Orla Brickenden,  and People's Churchwarden George Keegan   Photos: 1. and 3. Rory with parents Steve and Orla Brickenden, and People's Churchwarden George Keegan; 2. Rory lifts the Sam Maguire; 4. Some of the congregation gather round during coffee time to congratulate Rory; 5. Rory with Tom Smith; 6. Flowers by Tracy's...

  Welcome! Please scroll down for today's Gospel reading, notes and notices. Inishbiggle L and-and-Sea Pilgrimage  Thank you to Inishbiggle churchwarden Christine and the wonderful islanders who prepared the church and school and welcomed the party of pilgrims on Saturday 8 August, some of whom are pictured, below, including Bishop Michael and Claire, and canine pilgrims, Jenky and Luna!  More on the day and event to follow soon.   Services today,  Sunday 2 August       - 10am in Christ Church Castlebar, Morning Prayer,  followed by tea      -   11.30am in Holy Trinity Westport,  Holy Communion /The Eucharist, followed by tea      - 3pm in St Thomas's Dugort, Achill, Evening Prayer Today's Gospel        Matthew 14: 22-33 Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. And after he had dismissed the crowd...