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Advent 2024


Welcome to our parish website

Fr Joe O'Neill
V. Rev. Joe O’Neill P.P.
Parochial House, Kill,
Co. Kildare
Tel: (045) 878008
Mobile: (087) 2727540
Email: admin@killparish.ie

Season of Advent

This weekend (Nov 30/ Dec 1st) we marked two important events in the life of our parish. Firstly, in both Kill and Ardclough we were joined by the boys and girls – supported by their parents/guardians – as they participated in their Enrolment Ceremony for the Sacrament of Confirmation… as a parish community we wish them every blessing in this ‘new beginning’ and  important time of preparation.

The second big event this weekend was that we began the Season of Advent. This season is marked decoratively with the arrival of the Advent Wreath which stands majestically in the sanctuary. This year in both our churches we also have Jesse Tree’s, the symbols of salvation history placed on these trees over the coming weeks have been created by our Confirmation candidates… you will see more symbols appear as Advent season progresses.

Advent sets before us a period of four weeks to ready ourselves for the arrival of our Saviour. Liturgically the season is broken into two sections. Up to December 16th we prepare for the second coming of Christ (Christ has died, Christ has Risen, Christ will come again!). As Christians we expect on some unknown date in the future – at the end of our lives or the end of time – we will encounter God. How would you score if you met the Lord today?

We’re probably more attuned to the second two weeks of Advent because this calls us to prepare for the birth of our Lord on Christmas Day. There is always the risk that we just prepare for the ‘party’ rather than the ‘birth.’ Maybe Advent is here to distract us… to call us away from the tinsel and conifers and the shops… maybe Advent asks you a question… What are you preparing for?  

Hopefully as a Christian community here in Kill, Ardclough and Johnstown, we will have room (time) for the Saviour in both our homes and hearts as we journey through this sacred season. With Advent hope and joy,

Fr. Joe O’Neill

Advent 2024

Public Masses and Church opening time

St Brigid’s Church, Kill
Kill Altar
  • Mass times for St. Brigid’s Church, Kill:
  • Monday to Friday: 10.00am
  • Saturday: 6.30pm
  • Sunday: 11.00am

  • Kill Church is open every day from 8.00am – 5.00pm.
St Anne’s Church, Ardclough
Ardclough Altar
  • Mass time for St. Anne’s Church, Ardclough:
  • Sunday: 9.30am
  • First Friday: 8:00pm

  • Ardclough Church is open every day from 10.00am – 4.00pm .

Church Sacraments

Baptisms
Baptisms take place most Saturdays by arrangements/booking with the parish office.

N.B. At least two weeks notice is required

Ardclough Font
First Communion
First Communion 2024/2025

Enrolment Ceremony – Kill Church (2024/2025)
** Saturday, October 5th at 6.30pm

Enrolment Ceremony – Ardclough Church (2024/2025)
** Sunday, October 6th at 9.30am
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First Confession – Kill Church (2024/2025)
** Thursday, March 13th at 7.00pm

First Confession – Ardclough Church (2024/2025)
** Thursday, March 20th at 7.00pm
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First Communion Day – Kill Church (2024/2025)
** Saturday, May 17th at 11.00am (Ms Behan’s class)
** Saturday, May 17th at 1.00pm (Ms Brady’s class)
** Saturday, May 24th at 11.00am (Mr Carty’s class)

First Communion Day – Ardclough Church (2024/2025)
** Saturday, May 25th at 1.00pm (Ms. McCarthy & Ms Doyle’s classes)
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Parish Programme – 1 (2025)
* Kill – Thursday, January 23rd at 7.00-8.00pm

* Ardclough – Tuesday, January 21st at 7.00-8.00pm
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Parish Programme – (2025)
* Kill – Thursday, February 13th at 7.00-8.00pm

* Ardclough – Tuesday, February 11th at 7.00-8.00pm
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Service of Light & Penance Service (2025)
Kill Church
* Thursday, March 27th at 7.00-8.00pm

Ardclough Church
* Tuesday, March 25th at 7.00-8.00pm
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Confirmation Day (2025)
Kill Church
* Friday, April 4th at 10.30am, 12.00noon & 1.00

Ardclough Church
* Saturday, April 5th at 11.00am & 1.00pm
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Confirmation

Confirmation 2025
Wedding Rings

If a coouple wish to marry according to the rites and celebrations of the Catholic Church, please contact Fr Joe O’Neill to discuss and prepare plans for you wedding ceremony.

Regulations state that at least three months notice should be given and a pre-marriage preparation course be undertaken.

Contact Details

Parish Office
Kill Church
Parish of Kill, Ardclough & Johnstown

Monday – Friday: 9.30am – 12.30pm
Telephone: 045-878008
Email: admin@killparish.ie

Parish Secretary: Valerie McCarthy

Sacristan (Kill): Anne Marie Kelly

Sacristan (Ardclough): Billy Cullen