Newsletter - May 2026
In Loving Memory
We remember in prayer our friends and loved ones who have died in the peace of Christ. Rest in Peace. Amen. May they have the message of eternal life.
Michael Sweeney
Brendan McCarthy
Joseph Byrne
Margie Carey
Parish Partnership Visit to Knock
The Parish Partnership Group from St. Andrew’s, Westland Row travelled to represent St. Andrew’s in Knock last weekend. A beautiful weekend was had by all.
Local Parish Partnership Update
The local Parish Partnership of City Quay, University Church, St. Stephen’s Green, St. Andrew’s Westland Row, The three parishes work together to provide services to the local community under the administration of Fr Alan Hilliard as of July 2024. There is wider partnership which includes Harrington Street, Clarendon Street and Whitefriar Street under different administration.
Trocaire Boxes
Trocaire boxes can be returned to the parish office Monday to Friday. Thank you.
Sacraments
First Holy Communion and Confirmation cards are available in the Parish Office. We also have Rosary beads available. The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday the 24th of May at 11.30 a.m.
Congratulations to all couples planning their marriage. Please note that your local parish is responsible for organising the paperwork necessary for the Sacrament of Marriage, irrespective of where the wedding will take place.
Be sure to get in touch with the Parish Office to make arrangements to complete wedding papers at least 4 months before the proposed wedding date.
Marian Procession – Sunday 10th May
Please join us on Sunday the 10th of May after the 11.30 a.m. Mass for the May Procession, where we will process to Our Lady’s statue on Cumberland Street for prayer and song.
Organ Recital Series – May 2026
Celebrating organ music in St. Andrew’s every Thursday from 1.15 p.m. to 1.45 p.m. Please see schedule below:
7th May: Ronan Murray
14th May: Simon Harden
21st May: James Short
28th May: Paul McKeever
Certificate & Archives Notice
Please keep in mind when ordering certificates that our records are indexed by date and without a date/year the search is impossible. Our registers are also manually searched which takes time, so please bear with us while we try our best to facilitate your request.
Women’s Mini Marathon – Road Closures
This year’s Women’s Mini Marathon takes place on Sunday the 31st of May. There may be some traffic restrictions in the area around the church. Please take note of road closures.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is held every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. All welcome.
Tap and Go Donations
We’d like to thank all who donate and who use this method to give thanks to the work of our church and make donations towards this beautiful historic building.
Be Strong in the Lord! – HLI Ireland Mission Night
100 Years of:
Feast of Christ the King
St. Thérèse’s Canonisation
Featuring:
Venerate relics of St. Thérèse and the Holy Face of Jesus
Venue: St Patrick’s Church, Corduff, Blanchardstown
Date & Time: Wednesday 27th May, 7 p.m.
Hosted by HLI Ireland’s Mission: “To make Jesus Christ King of our Hearts”
Mass Times at St. Andrew’s
Monday to Friday
10 a.m.
12.45 p.m.
Saturday
10 a.m.
6.30 p.m. Vigil Mass
Sunday
10 a.m.
11.30 a.m.
Chinese Mass
Every second and fourth Sunday at 12.30 p.m.
Lithuanian Mass
Every Sunday at 2 p.m.
Confessions
Wednesdays after the 10 a.m. Mass
Saturdays
Adoration
Every Wednesday from 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Safeguarding Representatives
Catherine Byrne
George Smith
Phone: 01 6761270
Our tea room is open on Sundays after the 10 a.m. and 11.30 a.m. Masses.
Please join us for a chat and a cuppa.