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Holy Week & Easter 2021

Derry Diocesan Vocations Week, 17th – 25th April 2021

Published: April 14, 2021

The annual celebration of Derry Diocesan Vocations Week has been extended this year to a nine-day festival of prayer, beginning Saturday, 17th April … [Read more...] about Derry Diocesan Vocations Week, 17th – 25th April 2021

Divine Mercy Sunday – Activities for the Family

Published: April 10, 2021

Enjoy these short activities for the family - A wonderful way to introduce young children to Divine Mercy Sunday.   Divine Mercy Sunday … [Read more...] about Divine Mercy Sunday – Activities for the Family

The Road to Emmaus -Luke 24:13-35

Published: April 7, 2021

In today's Gospel we meet two disciples on their way to Emmaus when they experience something wonderful!  They meet the Risen Jesus.  Take some time … [Read more...] about The Road to Emmaus -Luke 24:13-35

Jesus Appears to his Disciples (John 20:19-31)

Published: April 7, 2021

Why not read  in advance  next Sunday's Gospel - Divine Mercy Sunday-  by spending a little time this week reflecting  on the images and words of the … [Read more...] about Jesus Appears to his Disciples (John 20:19-31)

Easter Word search for all the Family!!

Published: April 5, 2021

Another chance to test your knowledge of Easter!  Try this Word search!   Easter Wordsearch  … [Read more...] about Easter Word search for all the Family!!

Easter Crossword

Published: April 5, 2021

Why not try this crossword?  Great fun for all the family.   Easter Crossword  … [Read more...] about Easter Crossword

50 Acts of Love in the Easter Season

Published: March 31, 2021

The Easter Season lasts for fifty days, from Easter Sunday, when we celebrate Jesus rising from the dead, until the coming of the Holy Spirit on the … [Read more...] about 50 Acts of Love in the Easter Season

Easter Sunday Family Activities

Published: March 31, 2021

Celebrate the true joy of Easter Sunday and the Resurrection of Jesus through a number of creative activities for all the family. Easter Sunday … [Read more...] about Easter Sunday Family Activities

Easter Sacred Space

Published: March 31, 2021

A simple Sacred Space can be placed somewhere in the house during Easter and used as a gathering place for prayer. Why not create your own Sacred … [Read more...] about Easter Sacred Space

Celebrate! Rejoice! Share! Celebrating the Easter Season 4th April-23rd May 2021

Published: March 30, 2021

Jesus’ death did not end in death but in life. At the Easter Vigil Jesus asks us to be part of the most important night of the year. It is the key … [Read more...] about Celebrate! Rejoice! Share! Celebrating the Easter Season 4th April-23rd May 2021

Holy Saturday 3rd April 2021

Published: March 29, 2021

In the early Church Holy Saturday was known as Great, or Grand, Saturday, Holy Saturday, the Angelic Night, the Vigil of Easter. It is a day of joy … [Read more...] about Holy Saturday 3rd April 2021

Good Friday 2nd April 2021

Published: March 29, 2021

Good Friday is the day on which Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum … [Read more...] about Good Friday 2nd April 2021

Holy Thursday 1st April 2021

Published: March 26, 2021

Holy Thursday celebrates the institution of the Eucharist as the true body and blood of Jesus Christ and the institution of the sacrament of the … [Read more...] about Holy Thursday 1st April 2021

Celebrating Palm Sunday 28th March 2021

Published: March 26, 2021

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, the most sacred and special time of the year. The four gospel writers (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John) … [Read more...] about Celebrating Palm Sunday 28th March 2021

Celebrating Holy Week 28th March-3rd April 2021

Published: March 26, 2021

Holy Week is the most sacred, special and important week of the year. Journey through the events of Holy Week. Sing Hosanna with Jesus as he enters … [Read more...] about Celebrating Holy Week 28th March-3rd April 2021

Reconciliation Service-Holy Week 28th March-3rd April 2021

Published: March 25, 2021

A short Liturgy of Reconciliation service which may be used by parishes during Holy Week reconciliation-liturgy-2021 … [Read more...] about Reconciliation Service-Holy Week 28th March-3rd April 2021

Stations of the Cross for Younger Children-Colouring Pages

Published: March 25, 2021

Help younger children to journey with Jesus on the way to Calvary by using these simple colouring … [Read more...] about Stations of the Cross for Younger Children-Colouring Pages

What did Jesus Do? An Mix and Match Activity

Published: March 24, 2021

Why not spend a little time with your children this Holy Week?  What did Jesus do, where did he go during the last week of his life on … [Read more...] about What did Jesus Do? An Mix and Match Activity

Create you own Palms for Palm Sunday 28th March 2021

Published: March 24, 2021

On Palm Sunday we are reminded that Jesus was treated like a king when he rode into Jerusalem on a donkey. People waved palms, laid them at his feet … [Read more...] about Create you own Palms for Palm Sunday 28th March 2021

Guided Meditation – Simon of Cyrene Carries the Cross of Jesus

Published: March 24, 2021

Guided meditation is offered within the context of Christian mindfulness. Briefly, Christian mindfulness is being aware of, and alert to, the constant … [Read more...] about Guided Meditation – Simon of Cyrene Carries the Cross of Jesus

Family Celebration of the Washing of the Feet – Holy Thursday 1st April

Published: March 24, 2021

The action of Jesus washing the feet of his disciples is to be found in the Gospel of John. During the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday … [Read more...] about Family Celebration of the Washing of the Feet – Holy Thursday 1st April

Jesus Enters Jerusalem – An Activity for the Young

Published: March 24, 2021

The four gospel writers (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John) tell of Jesus entering Jerusalem. As Jesus rode into the city people greeted him and spread … [Read more...] about Jesus Enters Jerusalem – An Activity for the Young

Create a Sacred Space for Holy Week – 28th March-3rd April

Published: March 24, 2021

A Sacred Space is any space or area that has been dedicated to a sacred and holy purpose. The space can be used for prayer and meditation.  It can be … [Read more...] about Create a Sacred Space for Holy Week – 28th March-3rd April

‘Could you not Watch One Hour with Me?’ Holy Week 28th March -3rd April 2021

Published: March 24, 2021

After the Last Supper Jesus  Jesus went to the Garden of Gethsemane with some of his disciples. In the Garden of Gethsemane Jesus shows us how … [Read more...] about ‘Could you not Watch One Hour with Me?’ Holy Week 28th March -3rd April 2021

Stations of the Cross for Children during the Coronavirus

Published: February 23, 2021

The Stations of the Cross, found in every Catholic Church, help us to think about Jesus’ last journey to the Cross on the hill of Calvary. They give … [Read more...] about Stations of the Cross for Children during the Coronavirus

Holy Thursday – 3 Home Activities

Published: April 3, 2020

These resources will help your family as they prepare to watch or listen to the Mass of the Lord’s Supper. The list of parishes in the Diocese of … [Read more...] about Holy Thursday – 3 Home Activities

Holy Week Colouring Booklet for Younger Children

Published: April 3, 2020

Here is a gentle way to help younger members of the family walk with Jesus during Holy Week. There is a colouring page for each day. (Clipart© … [Read more...] about Holy Week Colouring Booklet for Younger Children

Bible colour-ins

Published: March 31, 2020

A lovely collection of free bible story colouring-in pictures suitable for primary school children and families. Just click to download and print … [Read more...] about Bible colour-ins

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Other Resources

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Thought For The Week

Catholic Schools Week 2023 ‘Walking Together in Faith and Love’ – Bishop Donal McKeown

This Christmas May Christ be Born Again in Us – Fr Pat O’Hagan

Listen, I bring you News of Great Joy – Celine McKenna

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