Published 16 June 2025
R. I. P.
Your prayers are requested for the repose of the souls of Ita McKenna whose funeral took place during the week and Mary Andrews whose funeral takes place in St. Patrick’s Church at 10 am on Monday.
Please remember all bereaved families in your prayers
Father’s Day
St. Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus, is a powerful example of fatherhood marked by humility, faith, and quiet strength.
Though little is recorded of his words, his actions speak volumes. He protected Mary and Jesus, provided for them through honest labour, and followed God's will with unwavering trust.
As a father, Joseph showed love not through grand gestures but through steadfast presence and obedience. His life serves as a model for all fathers: to lead with integrity, care selflessly for their families, and remain faithful.
The Church honours his legacy with two feast days: March 19 (St. Joseph’s Day) and May 1 (St. Joseph the Worker), reflecting his vital role as both guardian of the Holy Family and patron of labourers.
As we celebrate Father’s Day, St. Joseph stands out as a spiritual role model, reminding us to honour and appreciate fathers for their quiet strength, dedication, and loving presence in family life.
Fathers Day Prayer
Heavenly Father, you entrusted your Son Jesus,
the child of Mary, to the care of Joseph, an earthly father.
Bless all fathers as they care for their families.
Give them strength and wisdom,
tenderness and patience;
support them in the work they have to do,
protecting those who look to them,
as we look to you for love and salvation,
through Jesus Christ our rock and defender.
Prayer for our young parishioners sitting exams
Please remember our young parishioners who are sitting their Junior and Leaving Certificate exams and indeed all who are sitting exams, in your prayers.
Sacraments in our Parish
Baptism
Baptism Preparation
Last weekend we welcomed, Arthur Asaftei, Frankie Folan and Cillian O’Leary Lynch, in Baptism.
Our next preparation meeting takes place this Tuesday, 2nd September.
If you wish to register your child for Baptism please contact our parish office.
Supporting our Parish
Sincere thank you to parishioners who have sent donations towards the Projects in our Parish over the past few weeks. We are very grateful to you, and to all, for your continued support.
If you wish to support our parish via standing order, please use the following Account details:
BIC: BOFIIE2D IBAN: IE85BOFI90354175356829
(Please state your name in the reference).
Cheques can be made payable to
Stamullen Julianstown Parish
Moorechurch Cemetery
All are welcome to join us for a Cemetery Clean-up day on Saturday, 28th June from 10 am.
Mass and Blessing of Graves in Moorechurch Cemetery will take place on Sunday, 6th July at 11:30 am.
CHY (Charity tax back scheme)
Letters to Parishioners who contributed over €250 have been posted.
Thank you to those who have already returned their Certificates!!
If you do not receive a Letter with your Certificate and think you should, or if your information is incorrect, or indeed if you have any questions or queries, please contact Carol in our Parish Office immediately. (01-8412647)
When you receive your Certificate, please complete it, sign it, include your PPS number and return. You can either pop it in the Box beside the Newsletters or return to our Parish Office.
Please Note: This process is totally confidential, we forward the claim and Revenue reply with a Statement showing the total amount which will be returned to our Parish. We are not advised regarding any one person or if an individual was not eligible for whatever reason, this information is never advised.
All the work carried out in our Parish this year is made possible through your generous donations and support for which we are truly grateful. Thank you and God bless you.
Loughcrew Sunday
Come and help us celebrate the 400th Anniversary of the birth of St. Oliver in Loughcrew, Oldcastle on Sunday, 29th June at 3pm. (Eircode A82 X4Y1). All are very welcome.
Trócaire Retreat – Raising Hope
Celebrate the tenth anniversary of Laudato Si in the beautiful surroundings of Ballyvaloo. Retreat and Conference Centre, Enniscorthy, Co Wexford from 13th to 15th September. Cost: €250 per person (accommodation and all meals included in price). To register please email anna.keegan@trocaire.org
Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock
Our Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock takes place on Sunday, 10th August. Starting at 2 pm with Rosary followed by 2.30 pm. Anointing of the Sick at the Basilica
Concelebrated Mass will take place at 3pm followed by Benediction and Rosary Procession.
St. Patrick’s GFHC Lotto
Jackpot € 9,000 drawn on 10th June. Numbers drawn: 6, 9, 11, 24. No Winner. One match three winners: Theresa, Sean & Tev. Next week’s Jackpot: €9,100.
Gormanston Community Association
Join us on a Heritage Walking Tour as we Walk & talk with historian Brendan Matthews on Sunday 22nd June at 2pm.
Meeting at Delvin River Estuary, on the Bremore side of Gormanston Beach (accessed at Delvin Bridge).
Mass Schedule
Saturday, 14th St. Mary’s 7 pm RD. Frank Martin
Sunday, 15th St. Patrick’s 10 am AV. Robert Dunphy and RD Mary Dunphy / Richard, Dermot & Sarah Roe
St. Mary’s 11:30 am AV. Pauline Crosby (4 AV)
Tuesday St. Patrick’s 10 am SI.
Wednesday St. Mary’s 10 am Celebrant’s Intention
Thursday St. Patrick’s 10 am Celebrant’s Intention
Friday St. Mary’s 10 am RD. Billy Winters
Saturday, 21st St. Mary’s 7 pm AV. Madeleine & Paddy Whyte / (BR) Jack Rothwell and DFM Rothwell and McGeough families / Jarlath & Geraldine Folan
and DFM Folan Family
Sunday, 22nd St. Patrick’s 10 am AV. DFM Connolly Family, Iris Connolly and Anne Merlehan / Patrick & Elizabeth Black / Kit Johnson & DFM St. Mary’s 11:30 am AV. Anna Marie & Tom Chermack