Sacraments and Funerals

Celebrating the sacraments is at the core of our parish life. Our big moments in life are marked in a solemn way from womb to tomb. As families and community we come together to thank God and to experience his presence at these special times in our lives.

Here we provide all the details for the celebration of the sacraments in our parish.

Funeral Arrangements

To arrange a funeral ceremony please contact  Fr. Pat Hennessy or the Parish Office.

Baptism Arrangements

Leighlinbridge Church: Saturdays at 6.00pm and Sundays at 12.00 noon by appointment.
Ballinabranna Church: Saturdays at 4.00pm  by appointment.

Read more about dates and the Sacrament of Baptism

Marriage Arrangements

Congratulations on your decision to get married.  For details on all aspects of your Church marriage arrangements and preparation please click on the link below.

Read more about arrangements and the Sacrament of Marriage

Confirmation

Confirmation ceremonies take place in the Spring. A programme of preparation takes place throughout the year.

Read more about dates and the Sacrament of Confirmation

Eucharist and First Communion

First Communion ceremonies take place in the month of May. A programme of preparation takes place throughout the year.

Read more about dates and the Sacrament of Eucharist

Reconciliation (Confession)

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) takes place:
Leighlinbridge Church: Each Saturday before the 7.30pm Mass of Vigil
Ballinabranna Church: Each Friday before the 7.30pm Mass

Read more about the Sacrament of Reconciliation

Housebound and Sacrament of the Sick

Each month Fr. Pat visits the housebound with Holy Communion. If you are unable to attend Mass due to illness or frailty and would like to be visited by a Priest or Eucharistic Minister, please feel free to contact the Parish Office, Tel: 059 972 2607.

Read more about the Sacrament of the Sick

Holy Orders – Ministry of the Priest

If you have an interest in finding out more about the path to priesthood or the permanent diaconate in this diocese, you are very welcome to contact our Diocesan Vocations Director.

Read more about the Sacrament of Holy Orders