Welcome to the Parish of St Luke The Evangelist

GOOD NEWS – CHURCHES TO REOPEN AT LAST

The very welcome announcement that churches will reopen for public worship on 10 May is a source of great joy.  Full compliance with public health requirements must be adhered to as there is a continuing threat posed by the circulation of Covid-19.

The following are the measures announced by the Public Health Authority issued by the Department of the Taoiseach:

From 10 May

• Recommencement of in-person religious services.  It is advised that other religious ceremonies such as Communions, and Confirmations should not take place at this time.

• Funerals – 50 mourners permitted at service.  Related events, either before or after, should not take place.

• Weddings – 50 guests permitted at service (civil or religious).  For celebrations/receptions, a maximum of 6 people for indoor gatherings and 15 people for outdoor gatherings.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION 2021

It is disappointing that the sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation can not take place at this time.  Archbishop Farrell has expressed his concern and is very aware of the situation of families whose children eagerly anticipate the celebration of these sacraments.

When we are notified that it is appropriate for these celebrations to take place, dates will be arranged and schools notified.

We regret the inconvenience the postponement is causing to many of you.

Let us look forward to returning to our regular Mass schedule from Monday 10 May.