You are welcome to join the Chaplaincy at the University of Galway for a special evening celebrating the life of Saint Carlo Acutis, the young Saint who used his gifts and faith to inspire people around the world. The gathering will be on Wednesday, 29th October, 6.00pm to 7.30pm in the Chapel of St Columbanus, University of Galway. Bishop Michael Duignan will lead reflection and prayer  about this remarkable young Saint and how his example can inspire our own pilgrim journey of faith. The evening will be followed by pizza and conversation. All are very welcome. Please register to attend using this link: https://forms.office.com/e/BfRAZceRj5

Here are the dates for First Holy Communion and Confirmation in Kinvara and Ballinderreen Parishes in 2026:

First Holy Communion:

(All Saturday at 11am)

18th April: St Joseph’s N.S., Kinvara, in St Joseph’s Church, Kinvara.

25th April: Scoil Chiaráin Naofa, Doorus N.S., in St Kieran’s Church, Doorus.

9th May: Scoil Bhríghde Naofa, Northampton N.S. in St Joseph’s Church, Kinvara.

16th May: St Sourney’s N.S., Ballinderreen, in St Colman’s Church, Ballinderreen.

Confirmation:

Thursday 26th March:
11am: St Joseph’s N.S., Kinvara, in St Joseph’s Church, Kinvara.
3pm: Scoil Bhríghde Naofa, Northampton N.S. & Scoil Chiaráin Naofa, Doorus N.S. in St Joseph’s Church, Kinvara.

Friday 1st May, 11am: St Sourney’s N.S., Ballinderreen, in St Colman’s Church, Ballinderreen.