Entrance Hymn: Holy God, we praise thy name

Family of Parishes Event

The usual evening of reflection for those involved in the parish will this year be open to the other parishes in our family of parishes, Douglas/Rochestown, Frankfield/Grange, Turner’s Cross. It will take place in the parish centre in Frankfield on Thursday, 22^nd October. More info later.

A parish of the people

Thankfully, Turner’s Cross is very much a parish of the people. So many take responsibility to ensure we have a vibrant and faith-filled community. We acknowledge the contribution of people’s time and effort. It is a ministry of service on which we invoke God’s blessing. If you do not have an active responsibility in the parish feel free to propose what you would like to do. We definitely need more people to join the Baptism team and the Funeral team. These work very well during the year but it can be a strain during the holidays.

Historic Moment in our Parish

Looking back over the last 12 months the shock of needing a new boiler for the church stands out. We were 7 weeks without heat in the coldest part of the year. The challenge of financing the installation of a boiler was immense, the cost being €30,000. Within three months this amount was raised, mostly by large anonymous donations. At this stage these generous contributions, together with several more modest sums, deserve the most sincere and warm appreciation. You took responsibility for your church/parish and this made all the difference. Mile buiochas. May God reward you.

Thinking about being a Priest in the Diocese of Cork and Ross?

If you are between the ages of 18 and 40 and feel there is a possibility that God may be calling you to be a diocesan priest, then our monthly Discernment Group. Meetings may be a good way to help you to discern this call. It is a gentle non-committal first step in the process which takes the form of a monthly meeting with other men discerning their call. The monthly meetings offer an opportunity for prayer, conversation, fellowship and accompaniment. An experienced spiritual director will also be provided to help guide you along the path. The first meeting takes place on Saturday September 26th. To find more, have a chat, or to register your interest, please email Fr Marius at vocations@corkandross.org

Celebrating 40 Years

Holy Cross Church, Mahon is celebrating 40-years since the establishment of our church. To celebrate this milestone, we are delighted to host a Triduum, led by the Redemptorists on Monday 21st, Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd September 2026, beginning at 7.30pm each night.

With heart and hands and voices,

Who wondrous things has done,

In whom his world rejoices;

Who from our mothers’ arms

Has blessed us on our way

With countless gifts of love,

And still is ours today

Through all our life be near us,

With ever joyful hearts

And blessed peace to cheer us,

To keep us in his grace,

And guide us when perplexed,

And free us from all ills

Of this world and the next.