Published 12 December 2025
Advent Vespers with the Monks from Silverstream Priory
The Benedictine monks from Silverstream Priory will sing Vespers in St. Patrick's Church, Stamullen from 4 - 4:30 pm, each Sunday in Advent, followed by Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Encounter the ancient prayer of the Church. Join us afterwards for a tea/coffee and biscuits. All very welcome.
Christmas Liturgies 2025
Christmas Eve
Family Mass at 5 pm in St. Mary’s
Family Mass at 6:30 pm in St. Patrick’s
Vigil Mass of the Nativity at 8 pm in St. Mary’s
Vigil Mass of the Nativity at 9 pm in St. Patrick’s
Christmas Day
Mass of the Nativity at 10 am in St. Patrick’s
Mass of the Nativity at 11:30 am in St. Mary’s
Christmas Cards
We have a selection of Christmas Cards available from our Parish Office and Sacristies. Cards are €5.
These Christmas Card intentions will be included in all six of our Christmas masses.
Bambinelli Sunday
Next Sunday, 14th December is Bambinelli Sunday – you are invited to bring along the Baby Jesus figure from your family Crib to be blessed at all Masses that weekend.
Confession
We will have an opportunity for Confession on Saturday/Sunday, 13th/14th December after all Masses.
Supporting our Parish
Weekend of 29th / 30th November
Total Offertory: € 843.00
Envelopes: Stamullen € 384.00
Julianstown € 273.00
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 Your continued support of our parish is very much appreciated. Thank you.
St. Pauls Missals
St. Pauls Missals are now available in both churches. Cost €8.
Ministers of the Word are welcome to collect their Missals which are available from the Sacristy.
Baptism
Recently we welcomed Ōgie Ryan into our Faith family.
Our next Baptism preparation meeting takes place on Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026 in St. Patrick’s Parish Centre.
We ask parishioners to remember all our young parishioners and their families in your prayers.
Other News
Society of St. Vincent DePaul
The Annual SVdeP collection will take place after all Masses this weekend.
All donations received will be distributed locally.
If you wish to put your donation in an envelope and give it to the Parish office we will ensure it is forwarded.
Thank you in advance for your generosity.
Stamullen Tidy Towns
Santa will arrive at 5 pm on Sunday, 7th December to switch on the Christmas lights and village display.
Fr. Brendan will bless the Christmas tree, and the Community Junior & Senior Choirs will sing.
Santa will distribute presents from Whyte’s pub to all the good boys and girls of Stamullen. Looking forward to seeing everyone there on Sunday evening.
Dept of Education ‘Parents’ School Survey
As you know, the Department of Education is currently conducting a survey of parents and prospective parents of pupils in Primary schools as to the type of education they want for their children. The Catholic patrons are very clear that we want you to participate in this particular survey. It is very important that all voices are heard. There are those who wish to have a school of a different patronage. There are those who wish to have a catholic school for their child. It is important that all voices are heard so that proper provision can be provided. I am committed to Catholic education. I am committed to a sacramental education and I am committed to teaching children about Jesus in the School. That model does not necessarily suit everybody. We respect that, but please vote and make sure that your consideration, your views, are part of the discussion. Otherwise, planning for the future becomes very difficult.
Bishop Tom
All parents/guardians and teachers are encouraged to complete the survey. It is important that the voices of those seeking change are heard, but it is equally important to hear from those of you who value your local Catholic school and the way it supports your child’s education.
The values learned at school shape who our children become. A faith-based environment can offer young people a strong foundation in the world that they are growing up in today. Our message today is don’t leave it to others. If you want your school to stay a Catholic School, then make sure and have your say.
The survey is open until 16th December 2025. To take part, visit www.gov.ie/primaryschoolsurvey.
St Patrick’s School, Stamullen
St. Patrick’s school are looking for a temporary school cleaner from 5th January to 13th February 2026.
The position may suit one person or may be shared between two people. Working Hours are Monday to Friday 1 - 9 pm for one person, or 1 - 5 pm for two people sharing.
Duties include sweeping and mopping floors, washing and cleaning toilets, and generally maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in the school environment.
Previous experience is essential. If you are interested, please send your CV c/o the Board/Principal via e-mail info@stamullenns.ie.
St. Patrick’s GFHC Lotto
Jackpot €2,800 drawn on 2nd December. Numbers drawn: 1, 7, 21, 24. No Winner. One match three winner: Will Moore. Next week’s Jackpot: €2,900.
Mass Schedule
Saturday, 6th St. Mary’s 7 pm AV. Brendan & Margaret Fagan / Kathleen & Eugene Roche / Olive Whelan
Sunday, 7th St. Patrick’s 10 am AV. Joan & Jack McDermott / Tommy & Mary McCourt / Tony & Kay Leahy
St. Mary’s 11:30 am AV. Margaret McHugh / Vera Rafferty / Sinead Wilde & Doris Whearity
Tuesday St. Patrick’s 10 am People of our Parish
Wednesday St. Mary’s 10 am RD. Helen O’Byrne
Thursday St. Patrick’s 10 am AV. Nancy & Shay Woodhead, Phyllis & John Heuston and DFM / SI. (Birthday)
Friday St. Mary’s 10 am RD. Marie McAuley
Saturday, 13th St. Mary’s 7 pm AV. Bobby Russell & DFM Russell Family / Martin McDonnell / Alfie & Mary Cooney and DFM Cooney Family
Sunday, 14th St. Patrick’s 10 am AV. Joan & Jack McDermott / Richard & Sarah Thorne, their daughter Alacoque Rofe, Peter & Annie White,
and DFM Thorne Family / Barry Barrable / Pat (Patrick) & Chris Gilligan
St. Mary’s 11:30 am SI.