About 120 people attended the parish celebration on Sunday 19 November 2017. Of these, fifty-three returned the completed Feedback/Comments form. Most of these people were involved in parish activities, many heavily so. The overwhelming response was positive, with a high emphasis being place on the value of the parish as…
As a new mum in the parish I recently attended the parent and toddler coffee morning where my son (3 months) and I received a very warm welcome by all. For me it was great to be able to meet other parents with young children in the parish in a…
On Sunday 13 May we joined the group of Sandford and St Philip’s parishioners for a stroll through Dodder Park. The weather was beautiful, bright and sunny. It was a lovely way to spend a couple of hours chatting and joking. We started out at the car park of the…
On a glorious hot sunny Saturday in April (21st), twenty young people were confirmed by the Archbishop of Dublin, the Most Revd Michael Jackson. Those confirmed: From Sandford and St Philip’s: Emma Bagnall, Katya Bailey, Sam Berman, Niamh Best, Sam Cooke, Andrew Fraser, Sam Hodgess, Rupert Hurley, Oscar Hurley, Sophie…
Sunday 19 November marked the last service at which the St Philip’s organ would be heard in its present form, as dismantling began the following day. In the meantime, Trevor Crowe has kindly provided a small temporary pipe organ (placed at the back of the church) which will be used…
We had a most wonderful celebration of our parishes in St Philip’s Church on 19 November and it was great to see so many parishioners taking the time to join together. It was suggested that I print my ‘few words’ in the magazine and so you will see this printed…
This is the fifth year that David O’Shea has organised Friday lunchtime concerts at Sandford Parish Church. These concerts have provided a wide variety of music experiences both by established musicians and those who are at the start of their performing career – these concerts have provided a platform for…
After enjoying a family service (where we learnt more about fidget spinners!) we were treated to a delicious soft whipped ice-cream cone. The colourful ice-cream van was well positioned over by the wall with the queue at one stage nearly reaching the church. Thanks to God for providing the sunshine…
Welcome to our new parish (and school) secretary, Irene Black, who took up the position in late August. The parish office contact details and hours remain unchanged. The new academic year has begun and all parish activities are up and running once again following the summer break. You will find…
Many congratulations to Anne-Marie (now the Revd Dr!) on completing her PhD with Queen’s University, Belfast.