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Welcome
A warm welcome to all, especially to those who have moved into Firhouse Parish in recent times.
Mass can be Viewed Live here
Please note our Live Mass streaming link has changed to:
https://www.churchservices.tv/firhouse
Note: No Mass on Tuesdays – Prayer Service at 10:00 a.m.
Mass can be Viewed Live here
Please note our Live Mass streaming link has changed to:
https://www.churchservices.tv/firhouse
Note: No Mass on Tuesdays – Prayer Service at 10:00 a.m.
Announcement about Mass
Reopening of Church for Worship – Everything has changed!!!
It’s genuinely going to be different so please be ready for this. There is a lot of nervousness around returning to church but we are working hard to keep everybody safe and at the same time continue to provide the best service we can (as we have throughout the pandemic) for our parishioners. It is our own parishioners who are our priority at this time. Please be assured of this. If what is contained below appears difficult, we deeply regret this, but please realise we are striving to act for the common good right now.
BEFORE MASS CAN START, WE NEED LOADS OF VOLUNTEERS!
If you can help please contact the parish office at: 01 – 452 4702 or email: olmcfirhouseparish@gmail.com
Important Announcement
If you are elderly, self-isolating or disabled you may not be able to get out for necessary supplies. We have volunteers who are willing to help.
If you need help please contact the parish office at:
01 – 452 4702 with your name, address and phone number.
Go to Announcements Page for more information
Parish of Firhouse
Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Visitors are welcome to join us
Mass Times
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Sunday
- 6.00 pm Saturday Vigil Mass (Congregational Singing)
- 9.30 am 11.00 am (Adult Choir September-June; otherwise Congregational Singing)
Chalice with the Precious Blood for Holy Communion
Unfortunately for anyone with gluten/wheat intolerance, the reception of Holy Communion under the species of the Body of Christ (The Host) can have health side effects. To facilitate anyone with gluten/wheat intolerance we now have separate “gluten-free” hosts which can be received, not from Eucharistic Ministers but from the Priest.
Weekdays
- Monday, and Wednesday to Saturday: 10.00 am (Weekday Masses are subject to change as announced).
- Prayer Service on Tuesdays instead of Mass, unless it is a Holyday of Obligation
Chalice with the Precious Blood for Holy Communion
Unfortunately for anyone with gluten/wheat intolerance, the reception of Holy Communion under the species of the Body of Christ (The Host) can have health side effects. To facilitate anyone with gluten/wheat intolerance we now have separate “gluten-free” hosts which can be received, not from Eucharistic Ministers but from the Priest.
Working Holydays of Obligation
- When a Working Holyday of Obligation falls on a Monday, the Mass Times are: 10.00 am and 7.30 pm
- When a Working Holyday of Obligation falls on Tuesday to Saturday the Mass Times are: 7.30 pm (Vigil Mass) and 10.00 am
- St. Patrick’s Day – 17th March: 7.30 pm Vigil (If St. Patrick’s Day is a Sunday 6.00 pm Vigil Mass; if St. Patrick’s is a Monday there is no Vigil Mass); otherwise 9.30 am & 11.00 am
Chalice with the Precious Blood for Holy Communion
Unfortunately for anyone with gluten/wheat intolerance, the reception of Holy Communion under the species of the Body of Christ (The Host) can have health side effects. To facilitate anyone with gluten/wheat intolerance we now have separate “gluten-free” hosts which can be received, not from Eucharistic Ministers but from the Priest.
Church Services
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Weekly Eucharistic Adoration
First Friday Visits to the Housebound
Holy Communion is brought to our ill or housebound parishioners normally on the First Friday of every month. If you, or someone you know, would like a First Friday visit, please let us know by contacting the Parish Office at 01-452 4702 or email: olmcfirhouseparish@gmail.com
Morning and Evening Prayer
Monday evening Rosary for our young people. Are you concerned about reluctance of many young people to embrace the faith? If so, please join us on Monday evenings at 6.00 pm in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Ballycullen Avenue, to pray the Rosary for this special intention. It will take only 15 minutes or so. All are welcome. (Please enter by the Parish Office Gate).
Weekday morning Rosary: After 10.00 am Mass each morning the Rosary is prayed by an ad-hoc group of parishioners at the back of the church. Anyone who would like to join in is very welcome.
Miraculous Medal Novena
Every Monday after 10.00 am Mass we have this short novena consisting of four special prayers and prayer for our own intentions.
Annual Bereavement Mass
The Annual Bereavement Support Mass in November each year is organised by the Bethany Bereavement Support Group.
Please click here for more information on the Bethany Bereavement Support Group.
Tuesday Morning Prayer Service
There is no Mass in the parish church on Tuesdays. Instead, we have a service provided by some of our Ministers of the Word and Ministers of the Eucharist. We are grateful to these volunteers for their willingness to provide this service. It has become a necessary but vital part of parish life.
The service consists of a penitential rite, reading of the word of God (scripture readings of the day), intercessory prayers and distribution of Holy Communion. No doubt, in future, we will need, and can expect to see further lay involvement in parish ministry.
Live Streaming of Mass
Mass is live streamed for anyone who wishes to tune in from their homes.
Although our suppliers have the camera focused on the Sanctuary, please be aware that you may be on camera from time to time.
Please note, our Live Mass streaming link has changed to:
We hope you enjoy the stream!
Parish of Firhouse
Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel