Dear parishioners and friends,
Vacancy coverage: From March the parish will be in the care of the Archbishop and the Rural Dean, the Revd Gary Dowd who will organize clerical cover and pastoral care during the interregnum. He can be contacted on 087 9266558 or [email protected]
We would like to thank Gary most sincerely for his cover and care for the last four months and we wish him all the best in his retirement.
We would also like to thank Rev Hilary Dungan for all the help she has given and is continuing to do during the vacancy.
Winton Lodge, 62 Monkstown Road has been the Rectory for many decades. However, following the departure of Canon Roy Byrne earlier this year, a required “Vacancy Survey” was performed and it became apparent that a considerable amount of money would need to be spent to bring it to modern standards of insulation, be environmentally friendly and cost effective for the Parish.
Before the Parish can be ready for a new incumbent, a suitable house is necessary, so the Select Vestry made a unanimous decision that Winton Lodge should be sold and a replacement be purchased for the next Rector.
It is expected that a “For Sale” sign will appear in the garden of No. 62 in the next couple of weeks.
We are currently watching out for a suitable new Rectory in the Monkstown area.
Roger Kirker Hon. Sec. Select Vestry
Dun Laoghaire Summerfest present Kila + special guests on Friday 10 July at 19:30 and Buffalo Soul perform Bob Marleys Greatest Hits with the Dublin Gospel choir on Sunday 12 July at 16:00 in Monkstown Parish Church. Tickets available on eventbrite.ie
Schoolhouse Coffee Dock: The coffee dock area in the schoolhouse is open on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10:30 to 12.30 and you are warmly invited to drop in and have a cup of tea or coffee and a chat. It is also open on Wednesday and Sunday mornings after the 10:45 services.
The Sick: We continue our prayers in the parish for all who are unwell and the recently bereaved. We also remember those who are in hospital currently and those who are recovering at home from serious illness. Our hearts go out to all who need our continued prayers and support, and we pray that you may have a real sense of the love that surrounds you.
General Financial Support: Thank you for your continued financial support of the parish and for remembering that our work of ministry continues week after week. We appreciate your generous and supportive giving. There is a collection at every service in the church. Our Bank of Ireland bank details are: Account Name: Monkstown Parish Church Business Current Account. Account no: 86014381. IBAN IE 17 BOFI 9011 8386 0143 81. If any of our envelope subscribers wish to talk to Ruth Carnegie, she may be contacted at 087 4339367
With love and kind regards
