Saint Joseph’s Youth Priests’ Society

A branch of Saint Joseph’s Youth Priests’ Society was established in the parish in 1985. This society is a lay organisation approved by the Irish Bishops. It was established in Dublin in 1895. Its purpose is two-fold

1 To foster vocations to the priesthood and religious life, and to assist financially in the education of students for the priesthood.

2 To promote the vocation of the laity, to foster a greater understanding and love of the Mass, and to help its members to be Christ’s presence in every aspect of life.

The funds of the Society are primarily derived from the subscriptions of its members but also from donations and bequests. The members of the society are, in general, organised into local branch within the various parishes. These branches meet monthly in prayer and discussion. In our parish the meeting takes place on the first Tues of each month at 7:45pm in the Presentation Convent. New members are always welcome.
According to the Second Vatican Council the work of fostering religious vocations belongs to the entire Christian community. Taking part in the work of the Society is one way in which lay people can respond to this task.
The Society has been a registered charity since foundation of the State in 1922.
Local contact Numbers:
059 97 21528 – Mrs Anna Murphy (Sec)
059 97 21429 – Mrs Madge Bryne (Treasurer)
059 97 21935 – Mrs Gretta Rea (Assist. Treasurer)