CARRAROE CHURCH SLIGO
ST JOHN’S PARISH
Welcome to St John’s Parish
Carraroe, Sligo, Ireland
Whether you are a long-time member of our parish family or a newcomer, if you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
Thank you for visiting our website. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you always.
Garland Sunday Celebrations (July 2026)
This year’s theme is ‘Hope – Looking for New Light’
The annual Celebrations take place at the Holy Well, from the 24th to the 26th July 2026.
Friday 24th July
10.00 a.m. Mass in Carraroe Church
Saturday 25th July
7.00 p.m. Evening Mass Faith – A Gift
Sunday 26th July:
6.00 a.m. Dawn Mass – Religious Heritage
10.00 a.m. Morning Mass – Sacred Soil
12.00 midday Mass – Healing through Prayer
Mass Times
Saturday – 7:00 PM
Sunday – 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM
Holy days – 10:00 AM & 7:00 PM
Weekdays (Tues-Fri) – 10:00 AM
First Friday – 7:00 PM
Mass times may change during the week – please see our newsletter for full details.
Live Stream
Our live stream is available online at https://churchtv.ie/carraroe.html
St. John The Evangelist
New Shrine
We have recently erected a new shrine to St. John the Evangelist. The shrine is located at the entrance to the church and reminds us that our church and parish are dedicated to this great saint, and one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. His feast day is celebrated on the 27th of December each year.
Prayer
My most loving saint, St. John the Apostle,
behold me kneeling at your feet,
asking you with all the affection of my heart
to grant me your special protection,
particularly when in danger of offending God.
O my dear and holy advocate,
remember me before the throne
of the most holy Trinity, and obtain for me
from the infinite goodness of God, the virtues
of humility, purity, obedience, and the grace
to fulfil exactly the duties of my state.
Saint Carlo Acutis
Come visit our shrine at Tobernalt, Holy Well!
Saint Carlo Acutis was a young Italian teenager who dedicated his short life to God in extraordinary ways. Born in 1991, Carlo had a deep love for the Eucharist, which he called his “highway to heaven.” From a young age, he used his talents in technology to spread the faith, creating a website that catalogued Eucharistic miracles around the world. He lived with a spirit of joy and simplicity, always striving to put God first and to treat others with kindness and respect.
Carlo’s life was marked by an ordinary faith lived in an extraordinary way. Despite his battle with leukaemia, he offered his sufferings to God and remained strong in his devotion to the Blessed Sacrament. He passed away in 2006 at the age of 15, but his witness continues to inspire young people and adults alike to grow closer to Jesus. Carlo was beatified in 2020 and Canonized in 2025. His example reminds us that holiness is possible for everyone, no matter their age or circumstances.
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Sacraments & Services
Baptisms
Last Sunday of each month at 12:15 PM
Baptism Course – for more information please contact the parish office
Marriages
Six months notice is required
to book your big day, please contact the parish office
Confessions
Saturday 7:00 PM – 7:15 PM or by appointment and the eve of holy days and First Fridays
Rosary
Rosary led by parishioners
Tuesday to Friday – 9:40 AM
Sunday – 9:10 AM
Adoration
First Friday – 6:00 PM and at various times throughout the year – please see our weekly newsletter
Divine Mercy
Friday – 3:00 PM
Information leaflets available at the Church Bookstand