We have many groups working within our Parish.
Parish Pastoral Council
The members of the Parish Pastoral Council are:
Adekoya, M. Dempsey, A. Flood, K. Hayden, A. Heslin, U. Keogh, Fr. A. Kieran, S. Mahon, Sr. P. McMahon, S. O’Briain, M. O’Hara, A. O’Shaughnessy.
Before each council meeting there is always an invitation through the weekly newsletter to offer comments or suggestions to the PPC – please leave these in writing with your name and address into the Parish Office.
Child Safeguarding
Child safeguarding is on the agenda of every Pastoral Council Meeting.
The parish has two local people trained by the Diocese.
P. Doyle 059 9144850 & A. Flood 059 9144352 - www.csps.dublindiocese.ie
Liturgy Group
The Liturgy group meet to prepare for and to review our liturgical celebrations – Last year they took part in a six weeks formation course through the National Liturgy Centre in Maynooth and they are always learning of various ways to enhance our liturgical life. The group can be contacted through the Parish Office.
Choir
The Parish Choir are so enthusiastic. Practices usually take place on Friday evenings at 7.30 pm in the Church and they greatly enhance the 11 am Mass on Sundays throughout the year – new members are always welcome!
St Vincent DePaul
The local St. Dermot conference can be contacted at 085 1778060
Immanuel Christian Community
This Prayer Group has a long history, the group meets on Monday nights at 7.30pm in “Teach Diarmada” – Castledermot Community Centre.
Castledermot Community Employment Scheme
The scheme is running for 19 years and has helped many people up skill and move on to full-time employment. The Scheme is based in the Community Centre – Teach Diarmada – Supervisor, P. Walker. Tel: 059 9144888