Please contact. Held by the Public Record Office in 1919. I hope I have not let you down. Whether that research is for genealogy, social history or mere curiosity, we hope that we can provide a little bit of historical enlightenment and information! 10th January 2023 at hospital aged 57 years. Bryson, A. Standing upon the site of the monastery, the present day ruins of St. Lurach's Church date back to the 10th century. Women began to feel more world had changed and there was a renewed empowered and more conscious of their rights. He gave it to faltered. The bishop and Father MacMullan Sheil. would hear To mention only a few, he Mass in the vernacular. The contributors to this site give their time freely to further the research and make knowledge more readily available to the world. Wetherall J H Moore-Garrett regarding on down to the Burren River She left amount for those dire days. The church is iconic in its own right architecturally but is much more than a building. It is situated within Mid-Ulster District, as well as the civil parish of . The local leisure centre is Maghera Leisure Centre, on the Coleraine Road. What's new?| | He asks see around us to imagine a catholic us in this who had the misfortune magnificent to be shipwrecked on a edifice desert island about a happily decade ago and who was replacing rescued and brought back uninspired to civilisation only in imitations the last few weeks. "My thoughts are with the family and friends of this young man at this sad time," he said. Why do they appear in vertical form? and Mick, born 14th August 1901 to Andrew Bradley and Catherine ONeill of Granaghan Townland, Swatragh https://civilrecords.irishgenealogy.ie/churchrecords/images/birth_returns/births_1901/01947/1752588.pdf Photo (2) 50th Anniversary Parish of Maghera Photo 2 26 of the great North Sea Born in Portglenone around 1893, Canon ONeill attended Oh had they died by Pierces side faithfully to his priestly duties as well as to his deep or fought with Cathal Brugha interests in the language and culture of his people. Fr Jim will bless the graves on Sunday, 30th May at 9.30 - 10.00am. Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window), Points to remember when researching your Ancestors, The Maghera and District Genealogical & History Society. The population of Newcastle was steadily rising and the old church could not accommodate the increasing numbers. It atmosphere was becoming was envisioned that there more enlightened. Login | | Comment. http://www.facebook.com/gWhilst the name of this website is theMaghera and District Genealogical & History Society, it would perhaps be more accurate to say that it covers the South Derry / Londonderry area. 3 They include, over a doorway, a relief of the crucifixion, possibly the oldest in Ireland. 087 234 9816. The death has taken place of Charles McLaughlin, 13th January 2023, (peacefully) at home, 70 Rosemount Gardens, beloved son of the late Ellen and Charles, loving brother of John, Denis, Lorcan, Eamon and Bernadette and a much loved uncle. Kieran O' Doherty (Priest in Residence) 157 Glen Road, Maghera, Co Derry BT46 5JN It must have Mr Harry Speedy had his dental we missed out on that deal. FREE information); And if you dont live in Northern Ireland, access to these records becomes the issue rather than cost. As you know, Many welcome these morals is clearly known; every church in the world changes; some deplore and outside and beyond is erected to the glory of them. All rights reserved. Dr Martin Walsh was the soloist. 50th Anniversary Parish of MagheraFr. Hi Helen, there are a LOT of Bradleys around Maghera! This ancient doctrine was, of course, universally accepted in the pre- Reformation Church in Ireland and in England as elsewhere. It is a strikingly beautiful edifice which is the pride of the parishioners. or belfry. He attended the first meeting of the Dail in the Mansion House in Dublin in 1919. However, if you need to check out quite a few, then these costs can quickly mount up! WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY: 18TH - 25TH JANUARY. Onwards The small river is well locally known as the Mullagh River because of the townland in which it flows. History; Roman Catholic; . exceptional generosity. They opened in June 1966 and dedicated to Our Lady are detailed in the following pages and stand as of the Assumption. The original Lantern Dome had to be replaced later as the original structure was not watertight and a more solid replacement was constructed. This was one of the The basis for this was that such construction first churches built in this way in Ireland. She debt, including 1,800 for the gave the house and site of the It was fashionable in 1911 new building which could new church to the Parish. And expounding it, have placed But then, with joy and he might well be pardoned millions of readers in his gratitude, he would return for asking after his first debt, Dr Frank Sheed, is to the sacramental life of gasp of astonishment, now writing a series of his Church, he would, not `Is this the same Church articles, not yet available doubt say: `At least here that I knew a decade in this country, on the things will be unchanged.' 1:8): celebrated, as the Apostles experience teaches us that celebrated it, in a humble it is prejudice, bigotry `Though we, or an angel room with an ordinary and misunderstanding, from heaven, preach a household table for an not clearly expressed gospel to you besides that altar with the usual table and clearly grasped which we have preached to appointments of a cup and differences, which have you, let him be anathema!' GALLERIES. The catchment area will, therefore, include Garvagh, Kilrea, Magherafelt, Moneymore, Draperstown, etc..from just south of Dungiven to Lough Neagh (although most records currently will probably be from the Garvagh-Kilrea-Maghera-Tobermorerectangleat the moment). ST PATRICK'S, ALL CHILDREN'S INTEGRATED & NEWCASTLE PRIMARY SCHOOLS First Confession (Primary 4) Thursday 18th November 2021 2pm. If you value this site, then please consider making a small donation to help the work continue. On tthe back is Sis G Kelly 1949-1950. and formerly of Drunindoora; December 25th 2022, in her 85th year, peacefully at Milford Hospice surrounded by her family. The deacon was Fr Patrick 20, 2016. 2020 December . Download Parish of Maghera 50 year anniversary PDF for free. THE funeral has taken place of a former principal of St Patrick's College, Maghera, Fr Robert Devine. "At the beginning of a new year you're looking forward, and this happens it's very difficult. You can publish your book online for free in a few minutes. the donors late husband, I will leave it to you, My who had sought in vain It is to that spiritual Lord, and to the parish for a satisfactory site structure of the faith, priest, to do full justice at the request of the late 'built upon the foundation to the architects who Dr Mageean, said to her: of the Apostles and the conceived this striking prophets, Jesus Christ plan, to the artists 'What a beautiful site himself being the who designed the novel for a church this cornerstone,' as we read in textures and thoughtful garden would be!' This picture, probably dating from the late 1800s shows the former St Marys church as it would have looked following its construction around 40 years earlier. The site of the new church is towards the top left corner virtually opposite the Presbyterian church. The town also benefited from post-war advances in education, housing and transport. Mar 17 1841 - Oct 18 1857 him, or heard him, or the slightest wavering But an `interim' Pope? [4] The crucification lintel is reproduced in the contemporary Catholic church, St Mary's. There was a 117 per cent rise in population 50th Anniversary Parish of Maghera 48 To request for Baptism / Confirmation / Marriage Certificates: newcastle@downandconnor.org or parishoffice@parishofmaghera.com. This feast commemorates the visit. of grief from a world is frankly impossible Not a single word spoken that had begun to learn for anyone who ever met by the Council manifested what was lost in him. Bryansford 1800s the small church there circa 1847 to 1963 church was built in the latter would have been a ruin. The only reference which can be the south-side wall and inside the ruin of the traced to the early clergy of the parish occurs ancient church of Ballytrustran, near Portaferry. Fr Laverty On June 2nd 1890 there is would be an open plaza leading CC received a letter saying mention of Greenmount, built to the front of the church. J R the almost insurmountable in the Down Recorder on Moore, Agent for the Annesley difficulties faced by Fr August 5th 1854 announced 8 Estate for permission to have Hugh Hanna in 1847. [2], The ecclesiastical parish of Maghera consists of 38 townlands,[3] however the civil parish consists of 37, with the townland of Upperland being omitted. The lower stretches of this burn are very prone to flooding around Black Bridge on the Craigadick Road it joins the Milltown after emerging from a large culvert which the A6 passes over. Little of the ruins now remain. and 20 was collected in the Priests Bridge in the Castlewellan, a sum of 80 in detached house above the On her death this is where total. All recording queries and requests should be directed to the Parish. the archway leading from this superb site and of the edifice that will attract the nave to the chancel a adjacent parochial house. And range which sweeps down to the sea. Welcome. There built by January 1894, but to 1894. Trying to work out placenames which are not familiar is somewhat tricky. Every time we visit the church we should thank them, remember them and bless them. Parish of Maghera 50 year anniversary was published by goring_david on 2020-12-03. This page was last edited on 5 January 2023, at 12:39. What Jesus Christ was yesterday, and is today, He remains forever. on clearing the Parish of wife entered a convent. King from Castlewellan, this 30s with strong republican Looking south-east from the air, the original parish church of St Mary [top centre], complete with the addition of the entrance porch and spire in 1911 can be seen on Main Street. This is also a time to remember the generosity of the late John Henry King and his wife, who donated to the Church their home, now the Parochial House, and their garden, which is the site of the Church. He was ordained a Priest in 1978. essentials from non- in the nature of things, essentials, a lesson could not live long, but Nevertheless, our returned that Catholic theology whose reign would give mariner, after his first has always taught, but the Church a `breathing surprise, and after he which Catholics both space' until a younger and had time to peruse the lay and cleric have now more experienced pontiff documents of the Council, and then to relearn. Obituaries; Archive; The Queen & Northern Ireland; Opinion. I know that they had some kind of farm land and a girl from the second family tryed to make contact in 60s or 70s but didnt maintain contact. Population. Later, it stand corrected on these King to have won the day when is said, the old watch house family connections. music, which I may add, as we are with them. Photo (3) A pamphlet, dated 1958 and written by the then Parish Priest, Fr Charlie ONeill, announces the decision to build a new church A New Home for God and Another Altar for the Mass I do know and 50s and the parish bought harbour was also considered that ground running west it when he retired. A couple are married at St Marys church, possibly in 1964 or 1965. [1], The name Maghera is derived from the Irish Machaire Rtha meaning "plain of the fort", however this is itself derived from the older name for the parish, Rth Lraigh, meaning "Lrach's fort". is brief and Not only new and arresting two-fold: Pope John XXIII He begins with a trends in suggestion that is not church inappropriate to our architecture, purposes on this happy and such as we memorable day. But because we cannot see them does not mean . Unfortunately, Our toilet remains closed. What will our legacy be? . At Maghera and District Genealogical and Historical Society, we hope to be able to provide as many records as we can find that might assist you in your research. On Census Day (27 March 2011) the usually resident population of Maghera (Magherafelt Lgd) Settlement was 4,220 accounting for 0.23% of the NI total. Guide to Maghera and Killylough Catholic Parish, County Londonderry ancestry, family history, and genealogy. Mass will be offered in Our Lady of the Assumption Church on Saturday, 29th at 6 . 17 talking about this. Contact | | The church had yet to be extend with a porch and belfry. article was printed in the Hunters was at the junction Tickets at two shillings (10 Mourne Observer June 9th of the Castlewellan Road and pence) made it a miss rather 1956. Unfortunately, whilst there are quite a few church and other records in our pipeline, Magherafelt Frst Presbyterian isnt one of them. Baptism Support for Parents and Godparents. Poss date 1950s This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Please bear with us as we undertake this work. [5], This article is about the civil parish of Maghera. Check Pages 1-50 of Parish of Maghera 50 year anniversary in the flip PDF version. It has become a much-loved place of worship where we have marked all the significant moments of our lives together liturgically. in St Patrick's Church can now be arranged with Fr Jim PP. the plan and presence of God above and within Fifty years onwards in the history of salvation, herself, to revitalize in herself that faith which and confronted by profound challenges to is the secret of her confidence and wisdom the working of Gods grace in history, in our and that love which impels her to sing without own lives and in society, it is salutary for us to ceasing the praises of God commemorate the achievement that Our Lady As I offer these words of heartfelt congratulations of the Assumption Church represented on the to the parishioners and to the priests currently part of the parishioners of the time, the priests serving in the parish, Fr Jim Crudden PP and 50th Anniversary Parish of Maghera who steered the project and indeed on the part Fr Colin Crossey CC, I pray that Our Lady of the of all who were associated with its construction. It is with deep sadness and a profound sense of loss that we announce the death of Fr John Cargan. far away from every human dwelling. Maghera All known copies of records. I have a pin that says Magherfeldt l.t.B 62 engranved on it. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in or introduced into a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise) without prior written permission of the Parish of Maghera. BMD records can also be obtained at Irishgenealogy and for some records you'll be able to see the original entry (for . Perhaps the folk at Ballycastle Museum might be able to oblige? 33 Sitemap | | Submit Cancel. Clergy of the Parish of Maghera (Newcastle & Bryansford) Parish Priests from 1885 V Rev E Watterson 1885 1895 V Rev Bernard Falloona 1896 1899 V Rev W Dempsey 1899 1906 V Rev James McIlvenny 1906 1917 V Rev David McWilliam 1917 1933 Canon Henry J Murray 1933 1955 Canon Charles ONeill 1955 1963 V Rev Joseph McConville 1963 1969 V Rev John McPhillips 1969 1972 Canon Hugh ONeill 1972 1988 V Rev Frank McCorry 1989 1993 V Rev Alex McMullan 1993 1997 V Rev Albert McNally 1997 - 2010 V Rev James Crudden 2010 Curates from 1900 Rev Patrick A Mullen Rev Patrick McVeigh Rev J McGrattan Rev Gordon McKinstry Rev Edward Diamond Rev Frank McKenna Rev W D Byrne Rev Freddie MacSorley Rev P MacNamara Rev Hugh OBoyle Rev James Dean Rev Patrick Shannon Rev Francis Cullen Rev John Moley Rev Daniel McAllister Rev Kevin OLeary Rev Noel Watson Rev F OHare Rev Oliver McStravick Rev Daniel McGuckin Rev Alex McMullan Rev Aidan Keenan Rev John Laverty Rev Vincent Boyle SMA Rev Michael Kelly Rev Patrick McFerran Rev Owen Reid Rev Hubert Rooney Rev G Farren Rev Liam Blayney Rev Domnic Murray Rev Declan Mulligan Rev Joseph Campbell Rev Colin Crossey Rev John Field Rev Ernest McCaughan vacant in the same year through the elevation Succeeding parish priests of Maghera and of its pastor, Dr Patrick MacMullan to the Kilcoo were Fr Quillan (or Holland) and Rev See of Down and Connor and Father William Robert Taylor who was appointed in 1760. SDLP councillor Martin Kearney expressed his condolences. General Meeting of the Second Vatican Council The circular concept chosen by the architect, Pope Paul VI spoke of that Council in these Mark McLean reflected the rejuvenation of words : key elements of Christian theology, of liturgy `The Church has gathered herself together in and of the Church as the people of God united deep spiritual awareness . As a civil parish it lies within the former barony of Loughinsholin and as an ecclesiastical parish it lies within the Church of Ireland Diocese of Derry and Raphoe. As the Right proudly high over names of Mac Swiney, Countess Markievicz, de Valera Dublin town they hung and the others were read out and answered by Faoi out the flag of war Ghlas Ag Na Gaill (locked up by the foreigner) Charlie Twas better to die neath ONeill was so touched that he was inspired and set an Irish sky than at Suvla about composing that song of the times, The Foggy Dew. It is an outstanding example of the vision of the Second Vatican Council, which places at its centre the People of God, as well as allowing for a worthy celebration of the sacramental life of the Church. One of life's true gentleman taught me at St Josephs . St Mary's Catholic Church one of two catholic churches in the town. Permission had to be sought more illustrious house on the It was he who built St Marys from the town council for Downs Road now serves. Father ODorans career The priests who had the spiritual charge of was prematurely terminated in consequence Maghera before the Reformation were only of a fall from his horse when returning from a vicars, for the bishops were the rectors of sick call in Loughkeelan. This site has been very helpful. EPISCOPAL ROUND TOWERS The remains of the round tower at Maghera. The people were accustomed to a priest facing a high The total cost was altar; he used Latin, the universal language 200,000. Hall by direct labour and the extension to the old St became owner of the two Marys which was granted in This was the residence of houses on the Downs Road. consigning to oblivion the inimitable gift of enmity of centuries. He cut off from it, and a by an American astronaut story of dramatic changes indeed he would hear. To this day, in majestic York Minster, one can see in 14. Father-in-law of Bill, Fely, Geraldine, Jimmy and the late Lorraine, Grandfather of David, Glenn, Steven, Louise, Noleen, Luke, Roisin, Owen, Joe, Humprey, Conall and Nuala; grand father-in-law of Hannah and . Isobel (Dinky) R.I.P. To book a baptism please contact Fr Jim PP right after any mass and bring a copy of the childs long Birth Certificate with you. in 1845, was no longer suitable for an expanding congregation. This is our spiritual home. wish to express their sincere thanks to all those who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement. the UN Declaration of Human rights in 1948. McNally (Carey & Dunloy) 14 th January 2023. Learn how your comment data is processed. became Sr Ann. 56 62 66 70 Reflections The Jones-Skrabl Anna McGrath 50 yEARS 50th Anniversary Parish of Maghera Organ cELEBRATIONS Dominic OReilly Eamon McMullan Fr Colin Crossey Church of Our Lady The Biblical depictions An appreciation of the of the Assumption in glass around the The king of musical woman who enhanced instruments which gives prayerful adoration in our Twelve very different Church of Our Lady of the resonance to our prayers church for more than 60 events which marked a Assumption year of celebration for the and remind us of the years. This coloured image was originally a black and white photograph which was then coloured later by hand. Maghera Death & Burial Records. visitors from far and wide. There were indeed In that too the prophets pages of his revealing no anathemas pronounced were right, but in a way Journal of a Soul, to in Vatican II; but if any they never dreamed, for imagine for a moment voice had been raised to the brief reign of Pope that he was anything but suggest that the faith of John was less like completely devoted to the the Church as defined by an interval between essential doctrines and the Councils of the past pontificates than traditions of the Church. It is a kindness to clergy families if . "As many people as possible stay at home for the sake of health, life and the Common Good" 7 January 2021 Following further. PARISH OF MAGHERA, FOLK CHOIR are calling for new members. St. Patrick's Church, Maghera: 028 7964 2983: pastoralcentre@btconnect.com: magheraparishderry.com: Weekly Schedule . Thanks. The wearing of face coverings is strongly encouraged, including when seated. When preached and collected 35. While visiting the cemeteries please continue to respect on social distancing. . Maghera. Peacefully at hospital, Paddy R.I.P. Thanks. Dearly beloved wife of Chris, much loved and loving mum to Emmy, Jonathan and Joshua. [3] It is situated within Mid-Ulster District, as well as the civil parish of Maghera, which it was named after, and the former barony of Loughinsholin. . . Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Census 2011 Usually Resident Population: KS101NI Table view", Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency, "Census 2001 Usually Resident Population: KS01 (Settlements) Table view", "St. Lurach's Church Mid Ulster District Council", "Researching Derry and Londonderry Ancestors: Historical Background", "John Glendy, of Maghera, Co. 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According to the Down Recorder an admission price of two shillings (10 pence) was sought from those attending the solemn blessing of St Marys in 1854. The church of St Marys, situated the memory of St Donard is enshrined in the middle of the town is one of its in the veneration of the people. These changes enabled greater He is often quoted as saying: We are lay participation in the liturgy people not on earth to guard a museum, but being more part of the celebration to cultivate a flowering garden of life. rather than simply hearing Mass. 'Whatever You Say, Say Nothing': Researching Memory & Identity in Mid-Ulster 19451969. and Pope Paul and the Even on essential matters, Council have so much to the numbers of defined We join with our separated teach us it is our duty doctrines on faith and brethren in thanking to distinguish the Holy Spirit very clearly what for inspiring is is essential and us all a readiness what is accidental.