Contacts

Parish Office
Priests

Parish Office

Parish Secretary: Sharon Shortall
Sacristan: Eoin Stowe
Tel: 085 827 8729
Email: [email protected]

Fr. Richard Scriven P.P

The Parochial House
Barrack Street
Castlecomer
Tel: 085-827-8729
Mobile: 087-242-0033
Email: [email protected]

Rev. Ian M Doyle

Father Ian Doyle

Kiltown,
Castlecomer,
Co. Kilkenny
Email: [email protected]

Studied for Priesthood at All Hallows’ College, Dublin. Ordained 7th October 1989 in Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny, for the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton. Professional Paediatric Nurse and has worked both as priest and nurse in the developed and developing world, in a variety of settings, and international emergency relief in Gaza, Haiti and Zimbabwe.

Reflection

St. Peter and St. Paul are the principal pillars of the Church. The Church celebrates them together because of their deep connection in spreading the Gospel. Peter is believed to be the first Pope. Jesus told him, “You are Peter, and on this rock, I will build my Church.” St Peter’s life has shown how God can work through ordinary people. Peter made mistakes, but through it always came to Jesus. His story reminds us to trust God and follow him even when it’s difficult. Paul faced many challenges in his own life but never stopped preaching. He taught the people how to live as true followers of Jesus. St Paul’s life has shown how anyone can change with God’s help. He went from confronting Christians to being a great leader. His courage should inspire us to share faith and love, no matter how difficult it may be.