Sandmillers last met on 11 March 2020 in Sandford Church to hear a talk on Josephine Heffernan’s lost (and found) bracelet. It seems a lifetime away now with the turmoil we have experienced in our lives since then. As we emerge from the pandemic, now seems like an appropriate time…
We were blessed with good weather for the Spring Bazaar on Saturday 14 May. It was great to see everyone enjoying the beautiful church grounds once again. Although we did not serve a huge number of hot chocolates (it was too warm!) some parishioners did enjoy the chance to return…
David O’Shea has once again organised a Summer Music Series running Friday lunchtimes in June, July and August at 1.10 pm in Sandford Parish Church. Admission is free. Donations will be split between the performers and the Sandford Church Bell-Cote Restoration Fund Sandford Church Bell-Cote: When our church buildings were…
Nine young people from Sandford and St Philip’s Milltown were confirmed at Christ Church Cathedral Dublin on Sunday 22 May by the Archbishop of Dublin, the Most Reverend Dr Michael Jackson. This was the culmination of three months instruction of the candidates by the Revd Canon Sonia Gyles, which took…
The Revd Dr Anne-Marie O’Farrell has made an enormous contribution to our parishes by sharing her faith and musicianship. It was only fitting that the Farewell Service for her was a joyous morning of prayers, a celebration of her work, and beautiful instrumental playing and singing. On Sunday 6 March…
Our Prayer Walk is back in the grounds of both Sandford Church and St Philip’s Church. Please feel free to drop in for a time of quiet reflection
All of the above suggests that we are regaining some level of normality in life and parish, while acknowledging that Covid is still with us. I’d like to thank the members of the Covid Committees who have been of great help to me, and to us as a parish, over…
The Sandmill Stroller walks continue during the summer on the first Tuesday of the month. If you’re free then do pop along – you’ll receive a warm welcome, reconnect with nature, see some stunning scenery and have fun!
Ice-Cream Sunday is back too! While we had a surprise visit from the ice-cream van last June, this year we are re-introducing our official Ice-Cream Sunday. We will have an outdoor service in the grounds of St Philip’s on Sunday 19 June, followed by ice-cream.
After 3 years, I look forward to welcoming you back to the Rectory garden for our Strawberries and Wine Garden Party on Wednesday 15 June, which is an important social event for parishioners of Sandford and St Philip’s, together with children, parents and staff of our parish school.