Participating Parishes in the Diocese of Meath & Kildare

THE MOUNTMELLICK GROUP OF PARISHES
This Group of Parishes is situated in Co Laois and is made up of three parishes: St Paul’s, Mountmellick, St Brigid’s, Rosenallis and St John’s, Coolbanagher. Rosenallis and Coolbanagher tend to be rural and farming congregations while the congregation at Mountmellick has traditionally included many traders from the town. Coolbanagher is a historically significant church since it is designed by James Gandon, who built the neighbouring Emo Court and buildings such as The Four Courts in Dublin. There are around 100 families in the parish, a small parish school and an active Mother’s Union. As a result of the need for fundraising last year, a new social group came into being who organise regular social and fundraising events. A community focused Parents and Toddlers group has recently developed in Rosenallis.

Posted by Brigid Barrett on 7 Apr 11

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