CONFIRMATION MASS OF THANKSGIVING. . . . .The Bishop of Derry Dr. Donal McKeown pictured with pupils from schools in the Three Patrons Parish who received the Sacrament of Confirmation this year, at a special Thanksgiving Mass at St. Brigid’s Church, Carnhill last week. Schools in attendance included St. Brigid’s PS, St. Paul’s PS, St. Therese PS, Greenhaw PS, St. Patrick’s PS, Pennyburn and Ardnashee School. Celebrating Mass with Bishop McKeown were Fr. McGaughey and Fr. O’Donnell. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)placeholder image
CONFIRMATION MASS OF THANKSGIVING. . . . .The Bishop of Derry Dr. Donal McKeown pictured with pupils from schools in the Three Patrons Parish who received the Sacrament of Confirmation this year, at a special Thanksgiving Mass at St. Brigid’s Church, Carnhill last week. Schools in attendance included St. Brigid’s PS, St. Paul’s PS, St. Therese PS, Greenhaw PS, St. Patrick’s PS, Pennyburn and Ardnashee School. Celebrating Mass with Bishop McKeown were Fr. McGaughey and Fr. O’Donnell. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)

Derry primary 7 pupils celebrate Mass of Thanksgiving in St Brigid's Church

By Daire Ní Chanáin
Published 27th Jun 2023, 12:51 BST
Updated 27th Jun 2023, 12:52 BST

Primary 7 pupils in the Three Patrons Parish celebrated a special Mass of Thanksgiving in St Brigid’s Church, Carnhill with Bishop Donal McKeown.

The children brought forward artwork, which they created, representing the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit. Parish youth helpers provided music and led the Liturgy of the Word.

Pictures by Jim McCafferty

Bishop McKeown pictured with some of the children and teachers from Ardnashee after the Mass of Thanksgiving.

9. Bishop McKeown pictured with some of the children and teachers from Ardnashee after the Mass of Thanksgiving.

Bishop McKeown pictured with some of the children and teachers from Ardnashee after the Mass of Thanksgiving. Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography

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Bishop McKeown meeting some of the teachers and pupils after last week’s Thanksgiving Mass for those who made their Confirmation this year.

10. Bishop McKeown meeting some of the teachers and pupils after last week’s Thanksgiving Mass for those who made their Confirmation this year.

Bishop McKeown meeting some of the teachers and pupils after last week’s Thanksgiving Mass for those who made their Confirmation this year. Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography

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Children bringing forward their artwork during last week’s Confirmation Thanksgiving Mass.

11. Children bringing forward their artwork during last week’s Confirmation Thanksgiving Mass.

Children bringing forward their artwork during last week’s Confirmation Thanksgiving Mass. Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography

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Pupils from St. Paul’s PS receiving First Holy Communion at last week’s Mass.

12. Pupils from St. Paul’s PS receiving First Holy Communion at last week’s Mass.

Pupils from St. Paul’s PS receiving First Holy Communion at last week’s Mass. Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography

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