The Sisters were also involved in the church and pastoral work on the parish, and this involvement has continued, through the very generous contributions of four retired Sisters until the present day. Parish Bulletins 2023. Dr. McAuley. We will be broadcasting 24/7. Parishes of Newry and Saval; Parish of Donaghmore St Brigid's Church Belfast. The Wedding of Natasha Rice & Mel McLaughlin. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. "Whatever is happening or has happened in our lives we all need the mercy and healing touch of God.". 22nd January 2023. Child Protection Policy. Part I 1855 1870 The Downpatrick Foundation. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. We were one big happy family there, so it is true to say that I had mixed feelings about going to St. Marys on the hill. Apostolic Work. Sister M. Mercy and Sister M. Teresa directed us to the new cloakrooms and then to the assembly hall. With Mother Aloysius at the helm very little time was wasted. In time, in response to the request of some better off families, the Sisters converted stables at the rear of the convent into school rooms for a private or pension(fee-paying) school for girls who could afford, and wished to, continue their education. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Join the Tri-Parish; Daniel M'Alea became Parish Priest in 1760. Wearing their visitation cloaks and bonnets, baskets on their arms, they became familiar sights on the streets and alleyways of the busy market town. Eucharistic Adoration. Parish Webcams We wish to advise that Masses will be broadcast over the internet. [Again, I would like to name all the wonderful Sisters who gave very generous service in Donaghadee for over 50 years 18 at different times but unfortunatelyspace does not allow ..], Saint Michaels Commercial School And 1940s. Sr Martina and Sr Elaine, who now live a contemplative life as Poor Clares at Faughart, Dundalk said it was an honour to return to St Patrick's Church and Downpatrick for the special occasion. Thus was celebrated Sunday number one in Down, June 1855. This was to be the first Mercy Convent in Co Down. Confession Times. She wrote: I shall describe something of our first Sunday dinner, as my duty lay in cooking it. 10 St Patrick's Road, Saul, Downpatrick, Co Down, BT30 7JG; 028 4461 2525; saul@downandconnor.org; Office Hours Mon - Fri 9.30am - 12 noon; St Tassachs' Church. Parish Podcasts. It features the largest shrine to St Patrick in Ireland, with mosaics telling the story of his life, augmented by stained glass windows featuring his life and the life of other Irish saints inspired by his Christian mission. 15th January 2023. In 1860 the Downpatrick community was well established and, in the Mercy tradition, it became autonomous. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. A: Parishes of St Peters Clonallon (Warrenpoint) and St Marys Clonallon (Burren); Parish of Kilbroney (Rostrevor). This latter operation was a tedious and hot affair for a June day, but cook was drawn now and then from her post by increasing exclamations from rosy faces at the window, for all the children of the town must have arranged to take turns at the small window and so get a peep at the nun. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. downpatrick@downandconnor.org. Fr Murray said all are welcome to join the novena in person or online via the Downpatrick Parish Facebook page. downpatrick@downandconnor.org. McAuley took himself again to Baggot Street, Dublin, to make a request the Mother Superior there at the time (Catherine had died in 1841) for some Sisters to come to Downpatrick to do what they could to help the people of his widespread parish and beyond. Within a few months the Down Recorder reported that the governors of the Down Infirmary and Fever Hospital explicitly forbade nuns to visit patients under their care and, a year later, by a unanimous verdict, the Board of Governors who had charge of the workhouse extended this prohibition with regard to the residents there. Bernard McAuley knew of a group of religious women who had committed themselves to this very work the Sisters of Mercy, a community founded in the 1820s by a saintly and dedicated Dublin woman, and his namesake, Catherine McAuley. The Belfast convent, St. Pauls, was recognised as the Mother House in the diocese and the Novitiate was in St. Pauls. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. Downpatrick, Co. Down, BT30 6DN. The recently completed parish church, built between 1868 and 1872, shared its site with that of the new convent, a picturesque hill overlooking the town, to be known as Mount St. Patrick. Belfast. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. School Information. Philomenas butlater was known as John Street National School and served for the education of the children for more than twenty years. my wingman who normally puts the bulletin online is away on pilgrimage. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Religious instruction played an important part in the education programme. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Fr Murray said the St Patrick's celebration would remember all the thousands of people who have attended Mass and celebrated the sacraments in the church on St Patrick's Avenue since its foundation. Whenever cook turned her head towards the window, or moved near it, the little folk would fly off as if shot, but return to the show in a few minutes. St Tassach's Carlin - Mass on 2nd and 4th The additional necessary funds were collected by the then Parish Priest, Rev. By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. The activities were not all restricted to the classrooms. Dr Denvir (Bishop of Down and Connor), Rev. (Glassdrumman & Ballymartin). John McGreevy are interred. THE Archbishop of Armagh, Eamon Martin, will join parishioners in Downpatrick next week to mark the 150th anniversary of St Patrick's Church in the town. The matter was discussed by both communities and their votes were in favour of amalgamation. Brendan Smyth, 10 Downpatrick Street, Crossgar BT30 9EA. Find your parish listed under one of the five pastoral areas below. What was considered suitable premises was acquired for the Sisters, a vacated shop with an attached two-storied dwelling on the High Street. 19th February 2023. Funeral Liturgy. "St Patrick's spirit is very much alive and active and his impact cannot be underestimated. 112). technology. Mother). These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Holy Mass to Celebrate the 100th Birthday of Roseleen Rogan. In 1894 an orphanage was opened and when more spacious accommodation was required for this, the Sisters bought a large house on Irish Street, the former home of Thomas Henry, for this purpose. The second was the celebration of the convent centenary, in 1955, which coincided, virtually, with the Diamond Jubilee of Ordination of Archdeacon McWilliams. Though a small church was built in the 1840s, St. Comgalls, there was as yet no Catholic school. 29th January 2023. The Annals record that: Dr. Tohill [Bishop of Down and Connor Diocese] thought it would be advisable,in compliance with the directions of the Holy See, to amalgamate the Sisters of Mercy in the diocese. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. The Archdeacon was the parish priest of many years standing and a great friend of the Downpatrick Mercy Community. Dr. Bernard McAuley. This school flourished under the very able direction of the Sisters for the next twenty years. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. On this page you will find links to externalwebsites. On his first visit, the inspector of schools, Mr. Scott, was impressed by the excellence of the education being provided. At the end of the 1930s, at Downpatrick convent itself, a new, very important venture was undertaken the opening of a commercial school in St. Michaels Home, beside the convent. It does not store any personal data. In the mid-nineteenth century, many people of the area, as well as all over Ireland, were suffering from the ravages of the great Famine. Front Row Left to Right: Srs. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. Tri-Parish Bulletin Editor. The Sisters generously responded and went there in 1968. Hols as announced, Saturday Vigil: 5pm, Sunday: 9.30am The Operator of the system is Fr. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Mass had been celebrated in a sand-pit in Ballymurray, along the road leading to where the present church is. more information, The Congregational leadership of the Sisters of Mercy is a registered Charity, Writings, Images And Sayings Of Catherine McAuley, Catherine McAuley Centre Conference Rooms, Eco-justice & Cosmology Networking for a Better Future, Meet Our Congregational Leadership Team 2018 2024, 2017 Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy - Created by. The Parish Bulletin is now available to view online. Donate Light A Candle Mass Times Bulletin. Find your parish listed under one of the five pastoral areas below. It does not store any personal data. "In 1872, Fr Patrick O'Kane and the parishioners of St Patrick's could not have imagined the events of two world wars and the rise and fall of Communism, the Second Vatican Council and the many other huge milestones that have come to dominate the landscape that was the 20th century. Parish Bulletin 11 12 22. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. supports HTML5 video, Morning Mass for the First Sunday of Lent 10:25 26-02-2023, Vigil Mass for the First Sunday of Lent - Killyleagh 17:00 25-02-2023, Mass of Ash Wednesday- Killyleagh 19:25 22-02-2023. Mass Times. Parish Bulletins. In 1976 the Convent Primary School celebrated its centenary. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. ** We advise that you check our recent bulletin or Facebook page for the most up to date announcements in relation to this. Parish Bulletin 18 12 22. Patrick Peytons Rosary Rally which took place in the summer of 1954. These classes were well attended and continued for many years. The new schools, which were constructed behind the convent on Stream Street, were known as Mount St. Patrick Convent Schools. The high standards were maintained through all the years that followed. A compromise was reached. Parish Bulletins. Parish Bulletin 01 01 23. It is claimed that when St Patrick came to Ireland in 432, strong currents swept his boat through the Strangford Lough tidal narrows, and he landed where the Slaney river flows into the lough. The sun shone and the air was scented with flowers. Parish Magazine. Part II Downpatrick Community, 1870 1911. Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin will celebrate Mass on March 15 as part of a novena hosted by the St Patrick's parish in Downpatrick to mark the 150th anniversary of the church being built. A beautiful modern residential wing was opened on 21st June, 1980 and has been in use until recently. Sr Elaine added: "This is an amazing time to rebuild on the old foundations through St Patrick's novena. Coincidentally he died on the same date, the 11th November, as his namesake, Catherine McAuley, the Mercy Foundress, whom he greatly admired. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. On 21st February Sr. M. Aloysius Brady was appointed first Superior (Rev. Fr. Patrick remains our friend in the Lord. Sunday 9:00am. St Patrick's Church Saul Saturday Vigil: 5pm, Sunday: 9.30am Monday - Wednesday: 10:00am, Friday: 7pm Hols as announced Get Directions St Joseph's Church Ballycruttle Mass on 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month at 12 noon Hols as announced Get Directions Download Bulletin The power of his message - that only in Christ Jesus are we truly free - is as relevant today as it was in 1872 when St Patrick's was built and 432AD when Ireland's great apostle arrived on our shores. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Morning Mass of the 7th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Crossgar 10:25 Requiem Mass for Eamon Bell RIP - Crossgar 09:55 18-02-2023, Requiem Mass for Frank McLaughlin RIP - Crossgar 10:55 16-02-2023. Parishes of Seapatrick (Banbridge) and Annaclone; Parish of Tullylish; Parish of Aghaderg. B: Parishes of Clonduff (Hilltown) and Drumgath (Rathfriland); Parish of St Patricks Clonallon (Mayobridge). Our good Parish Priest, having failed in his most pressing invitation that we should dine with him, as next best thing he sent us a fore-quarter of a lamb. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Mary 2) If you using Mobile or Ipad (tablet) then long press on download button and then click download linK option. Welcome to Saul & Ballee Parish, from the Irish sabhall phadraig meaning Patricks barn. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 2022 Society African Missions, Dromantine, Newry, BT34 1RH 1pm - 5.30pm There is a 5.00 admission for each car (it doesn't matter how many are in the car). However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Hols as announced, Mass on 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month at 12 noon Downpatrick St, Crossgar, Downpatrick BT30 9EA Phone: 028 44830229 Website: https://www.kilmoreandkillyleagh.com/ more details At any moment, you have a choice, that either leads you closer to your spirit or further away from it. This had been built by Dr. McAuley, pending the Sisters arrival, according to a plan given him by Mother M. Philomena. There were many celebrations for these outstanding occasions, many of which were hosted at the Mercy convent and schools. Mother M. Philomena remained in Downpatrick for a few days until the Sisters had settled in and on Tuesday, 3rd July, Sr. M. Aloysius Gonzaga was appointed local Superior in the new community. Things developed rapidly in Downpatrick after that. Contact. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Fr. The idea was to give further training in secretarial work to young girls who were past school leaving age in order to prepare them to take up jobs in business and other offices. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. In the event, the first Sisters of Mercy came to Belfast in January 1854. Church Of St Patrick (Saul) , Downpatrick. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Parish Bulletins. Some months later, on 4th January, 1932, under the creative direction of the new residents, the classrooms were ready for use and the school, also named St. Annes, was opened for pupils. Parish Bulletins: Text. Fr John Murray PP 2020 by St Patrick's Parish Downpatrick. I have to say at this point, that, for practical reasons, in a short article, I cannot, unfortunately, go into the important matter of the names and stories of the many wonderful Sisters who formed and joined the Downpatrick Community down through the years. Catherine McAuley, Foundress of the Sisters of Mercy. The 20th century saw the Downpatrick community spread its wings. When, in the later 1940s free secondary education became available to all young people, the Mercy Sisters undertook the establishment of a Secondary Intermediate School on the Ardglass Road. Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin will celebrate Mass on March 15 as part of a novena hosted by the St Patrick's parish in Downpatrick to mark the 150th anniversary of the church being built. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". There was a older Bohog, and one frequented in more dangerous times in the townland of Carntaggart, the Parish of Saul, called Lugganiffrin or the Mass Hollow. http://www.parishofdownpatrick.com Ref. Apart from the long tradition of religious and monastic life in the county of Down in bygone days, the mid-nineteenth century had a special need, he believed, for the presence of nuns in the town and hinterland. Downpatrick Parish Today at 10:24 DROMANTINE SUNDAY, SMA OPEN DAY and FAMILY FUN DAY SUNDAY 12TH JUNE . 920-989-2400. triparishbulletin gmail.com; Wendy Gehl. Eucharistic Adoration. Webcam for St. Joseph's Church, Sheeptown, https://www.facebook.com/magheradrollparishdromore/, https://www.facebook.com/St-Peters-Clonallon-1694643117446777/, https://www.facebook.com/Clonduff-Parish-104780044746429/, https://www.facebook.com/drumgathparishrathfriland, https://www.facebook.com/Seapatrick-Parish-109437160714773/, St Patrick's Church Loughbrickland Webcam. 028 4461 2084. James Killen, who was Parish Priest of Ballee in 1837, obtained an enlargement of the grounds around Ballycruttle Chapel and had the graveyard consecrated in September 1839. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. For up-to-date information on Mass times, clergy, webcams, contact information and more, please find the link for your parish below and visit their website or social media. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. Copyright Diocese of Dromore All Rights Reserved. In October 2020, Archbishop Eamon Martin re-launched and re-named five Pastoral Areas within the Diocese to assist planning, communication and common endeavour across the Diocese. Apostolic Work. Lower Mourne. Apostolic Work. Downpatrick; St. Patricks Church; 54 St Patrick's Ave, Downpatrick, Down. Among those already involved in the novena, which began on Tuesday, are Poor Clares Sr Martina Purdy and Sr Elaine Kelly. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". Apostolic Work. Eventually the parish priest of Newtownards approached the Mercy Sisters in Downpatrick for help. Also, a convent nursery school was built in the garden of St. Michaels and of Dr. Kellys house and both it and the primary school in Edward Street were blessed and formally opened by the Bishop, Dr. Philbin on the same day in June 1977. Looking back a decade or two, we cannot leave the 1950s and 60s with out mentioning memorable events in which the Downpatrick Mercy Sisters were involved. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The following pen pictures describe how different members of our Congregation are living and working out of our Mission Statement. Parish Bulletins. Back Row Left-Right: Srs. On that first school day I walked through the gates of this significant looking building for the first time. 028 4461 2084. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. A founding member and still comparatively young in age, she was a great loss to the community. Before Ballycruttle church was build, Mass was celebrated along the ditches near the site of the present church. From the entrance, there is a magnificent view of the Mourne Mountains on the southern horizon. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Good Catholic gentlemen, fortunately of means, sought the same solution for Belfast as Dr. McAuley was seeking for his people in Downpatrick. This was open from 7 pm to 9 pm and the girls occupied their time in needlework and games and were given personal and moral support by the Sisters when it was needed. The site was obtained by John Spears (father and son) of Downpatrick who gave a rood of land belonging to a person by the name of James Magee. In 1783 he build Ballycruttle Chapel. In 1911 the Downpatrick community reunited with St. Pauls, in Belfast. School Information. Parish Office & Parochial House. These were mostly children of respectable parents who came from country areas and for whom regular attendance at school was difficult. There was a buzz of excitement as we made our way to the main hall, glancing into each new classroom as we passed. In October 2020, Archbishop Eamon Martin re-launched and re-named five Pastoral Areas within the Diocese to assist planning, communication and common endeavour across the Diocese. On Sunday, 27th September, 1931, three Sisters took up residence there and on 7th October, 1931 the new convent, St. Annes, was formally opened. Morning Mass of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Crossgar 09:25 Vigil Mass of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Killyleagh 17:00 Requiem Mass for Seamus Kelly RIP - Crossgar 11:55 31-01-2023. Residence near the convent gave them the opportunity to avail of a full-time education at the national school and to continue, if they wished at the private school where they received further education fitting them for positions suitable to their capacities as monitresses, for example. The church spire was added in 1895 and pilgrim walkers on St Patrick's Way have been visiting the church to explore its rich history. Bethany Bereavement Group. The monitorial system was very beneficial to teachers of large classes such as were prevalent at the time, and was encouraged by the Mercy Foundress, Catherine McAuley, who saw the importance of proper training for those who would undertake the education of the young. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. During the course of the 1860s several young women joined the community. 2 were here. When he became Parish Priest of Downpatrick, the Fr. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. And the numbers increased. On 17th March, 1872, Feast Day of St. Patrick, Bishop Dorrian laid the foundation stone of the new St. Patricks Convent. The patients of the hospital were not neglected, but, unfortunately, in a short time, it was made clear to the Sisters that they were not welcome in this institution. Apostolic Work. "We met unusual kindness from the Christians in Downpatrick when we came to live in the parish in 2019," said Sr Martina. Get the day's headlines delivered directly to your inbox, Archbishop welcomes announcement of new papal nuncio to Ireland. He put this to both communities on 9th March, 1911. Confession Times. By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Life was not all plain-sailing for the Sisters in Donaghadee. If the event you are looking for is not listed below then it was NOT RECORDED and NO PLAYBACK is available. Contact. The Rev. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. The Sisters remained in Donaghadee, involved in education and pastoral work, until the summer of 1982. Mairead Kiernan, Margaret Heffron & Vianney McVeigh Patrick OKane who travelled throughout the UK preaching charity sermons for this purpose. Sr. M. Aloysius, the chronicler of the young foundation, left an amusing account of the early attempts at housekeeping. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Parish Magazine. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. Another Bohog a name used by the old people in the diocese for a shed under which the priest said mass during times of persecution was in the townland of Ballybrannagh. From their earliest days, the Sisters became well known throughout the parish for their visitation of the poor, the sick, the lonely and the bereaved. The 1960s also brought a call to the Downpatrick Sisters to undertake a new mission in West Belfast, in the rapidly-growing parish of Hannahstown on the outskirts of the city. These links are provided for informational purposes only and do not imply any endorsement or guarantee of the accuracy, safety or security of these websites on the part of The Diocese of Dromore. The nave of St Patrick's Church was built in 1872 and since then the parish has flourished with an extension built in 1993. St Patrick's Church was built in 1872 on St Patrick's Avenue in Downpatrick and was the first post-reformation Catholic Church to be built in the town. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Parishes of Newry and Saval; Parish of Donaghmore, Parish of Magheradroll (Ballynahinch); Parishes of Drumgooland and Dromara; Parish of Dromore. St. John-Sacred Heart Office Manager (920) 989-1515. triparish369 gmail.com; Connect. Meet the Priests: Meet the Team. A representative of Koinonia, the community of John the Baptist, will speak about 'Jesus as Healer' today. OLaverty Diocese of Downand Connor. The Rev. There were, at that time, many superstitions in non-Catholic circles about religious Sisters, and frequently active opposition to their presence was expressed. Downpatrick Drumaroad & Clanvaraghen Drumbo & Carryduff Dundrum and Tyrella Duneane (Moneyglass and Toome) Dunloy and Cloughmills Dunsford and Ardglass G Glenariffe Glenarm (Tickmacreevan) Glenavy and Killead Glenravel (Skerry) & The Braid Greencastle H Hannahstown Holy Cross Holy Family Holy Rosary Holy Trinity Holywood K Kilcoo Killyleagh Monday Wednesday: 10:00am, Friday: 7pm Mass was celebrated at the east end of Hugh Teggarts house in Loughkeelan, and at a place called Craigawoorish, where the altar was sheltered by a large thorn. Click here to read the latest edition of our Parish Magazine. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. The same former pupil also paid a special tribute to another Sister, who was always there as a supporting hand and guiding light in her own quiet, unobtrusive way: I would like to take this opportunity to refer to a gifted teacher, a lady in every sense, Sr. Mary Mercy [McKeown] who enriched our school lives simply by being there. On Thursday 21st June, 1855, five Sisters travelled from Belfast to Downpatrick to make the new foundation. Mother M. Aloysius McCusker, a formidable woman, was appointed Principal and she became a legendary figure for the girls who passed through the school for the next 20 years and to whom she dedicated her many gifts. The Sisters started giving classes on Sunday evenings in the school and at other times instructed young people and adults in the convent. downpatrick@downandconnor.org. Parish Podcasts. Marie Duddy, Elizabeth McKeown & Frances McCashin. Masses are all live streamed via this page on a daily. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Until the 1840, they had no church of their own and only had Mass celebrated occasionally in a private house in the town when the parish priest of Newtownards could manage to go there. For these, I refer you to the chapters on the Downpatrick Community in The Call of the North.. In the graveyard attached to this church the remains of Most Rev. This was opened on 25th September, 1939. This took place on 23rd December, 1911. It is a clear sign of St Patrick's influence in our present time, working through the power of the Holy Spirit.". Windsor Avenue. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. Sr Martina and Sr Elaine, a former BBC correspondent and a former barrister respectively, shared their faith story, entitled 'Our Friend Patrick'. With the move of the primary school, the former school building on Irish Street was demolished to provide for an extension of the convent. As you know, the convent is a handsome, three storied Gothic structure in red brick with stone facings. A plaque to his memory was erected in the entrance hall of Downpatrick Convent. Dr. Bernard McAuley, had had his wish, the foundation of the Mercy Convent in Downpatrick would have pre-dated the foundation in Belfast by several years. The school opened on 8th September, 1957 with 286 pupils and 12 teaching staff. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. They agreed to help launch the novena, at the invitation of parish priest Fr John Murray. Suitable premises was acquired for the education programme ( Rostrevor ) was to be the first Mercy Convent in Down. ( Banbridge ) and St Marys Clonallon ( Mayobridge ) along the road to. Lay in cooking it bulletin or Facebook page for the Sisters remained Donaghadee... 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