Cathedrals in Dublin are buzzing with activities this week, so buckle up and get ready for some spiritual enlightenment! Christ Church Cathedral is hosting various services such as the Choral Eucharist and Choral Evensong sung by the Cathedral Choir. Be prepared to be serenaded with beautiful music from Haydn’s Missa Brevis Sancti Joannis De Deo and Rutter’s A Gaelic Blessing. Don’t miss out on the insightful preaching by Fr Tom Layden. If you’re more of an evening person, you can attend the Evening Prayer sessions on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. On Tuesday, May 27th, immerse yourself in the melodious tunes of the Cathedral Choir at Choral Evensong, featuring works by Tomkins and Gibbons. And mark your calendars for Ascension Day on Thursday, May 29th, where you can experience a special Choral Evensong with music by Jackson and Philips. It’s going to be a week filled with soul-stirring music and meaningful reflections, so make sure to check out the schedule for more details.
Over at the National Cathedral of Saint Patrick, Dublin, there’s a lineup of services to nourish your spirit. Start your Sunday with the Eucharist in the Lady Chapel followed by Choral Matins sung by the Lay Vicars Choral. Join in the harmonious melodies of Wood in E and the insightful preaching by The Revd M. T. Kingston. Later in the day, you can attend Choral Evensong with more beautiful music and preaching by The Revd M. T. Kingston. Throughout the week, you can also participate in Sung Matins and Choral Evensong sessions. And don’t forget to attend the Eucharist on Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday for a dose of spiritual fulfillment. For more information on the schedule, head over to www.stpatrickscathedral.ie/worship and plan your visit accordingly.
Moving on to the Ardamine Group of Parishes, there are services scheduled for Easter 6 on Sunday, May 25th. Whether you’re in Monamolin, Kilmuckridge, or Clonevan, you can attend Morning Prayer sessions and start your day on a spiritual note. At St Catherine St James Donore Avenue, there will be a Service of the Word on the Sixth Sunday of Easter, also known as Rogation Sunday. Enjoy the music played by Organist Olesia Borsuk and feel free to park your cars in the Churchyard. And don’t forget to mark your calendars for Ascension Day on Thursday, May 29th, for a special service.
For those interested in the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, you’re in for a treat with their Reformed form of the Christian faith. With a strong emphasis on the Sovereignty of God, the Kingship of Christ, and the authority of the Bible, you can delve deeper into your spiritual journey. Visit www.presbyterianireland.org for more information on congregations across the island of Ireland and find a community that resonates with your beliefs. As for the Methodist Church in Ireland, it’s a community of individuals united by God’s love and devoted to living as followers of Jesus for the transformation of the world. With 212 churches spread across the island, you can easily find a church near you by visiting https://irishmethodist.org.
If you’re in Dún Laoghaire, Co Dublin, head over to The Methodist Church on Northumberland Avenue for their Sunday Service at 11 am. You can also access their services online at www.dlmc.org and partake in the spiritual experience from the comfort of your home. And last but not least, the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers, invite you to join their Meetings for Worship at various Meeting Houses around the country. Experience a warm welcome, ask any questions you may have, and be part of a community that values spiritual connection and shared beliefs. Check out the list of Meetings on their website at https://quakers-in-ireland.ie/map-of-quaker-meetings-worship-groups/ and embark on a journey of spiritual exploration and enlightenment.
