Outreach to isolated parishioners (19.03.2020)
A steering group of parishioners coordinated by Rog Townley is working to establish ways of reaching out to those in St. Mary’s parish (Largs, Skelmorlie and Fairlie) who are self-isolating or isolated, and who may wish assistance during the current coronavirus crisis (e.g. with things like groceries, medication, dog-walking,...
Live Streaming Mass Links
Until further notice, the churches will be closed for physical participation in the Mass. Setting up the live streaming of the Mass (Largs) has posed a few technical problems. I hope we can have it in place, though, in the course of the coming week. Since we have no...
Message from Monsignor Magee, 18.03.2020
Dear Brothers and Sisters In line with the Letter of the Bishops of Scotland, public Mass in our parishes of Largs and Millport will be suspended after the 10am celebration of Mass in Millport tomorrow, the Solemnity of Saint Joseph. We will have to then await further word from...
Notification from the Bishop’s Office, 17.03.2020
The Bishop’s Office has informed the parish priests of the Diocese of Galloway that a statement from the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland will be issued either later today or tomorrow concerning the coronavirus and public worship. The 10am Mass on Wednesday 18th March will still proceed as planned.
Scottish Government Advice concerning faith gatherings
2.2. Faith settings Current government advice is not to restrict or cancel religious gatherings. Public gatherings, particularly those involving worship, are a fundamental part of every-day life for people of faith communities and can help maintain morale. Faith leaders may wish to include basic information and materials developed by...