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| This is an area of St. John's Carraroe where one can take a few minuties out every now and then to pray and reflectf. Some of the material chosen may help you in your thoughts. | |
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Reflections
November – Month of
the Holy Souls
Death is Nothing At All
Death is noting at all.
I have only slipped away into the
next room.
I am I, and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other,
That we still are.
Call me by my old familiar name,
Speak to me in the easy way
Which you always used.
Put no difference in your tone,
Wear no forced air of solemnity or
sorrow,
Laugh as we always laughed
At the little jokes we
Enjoyed together……
(Extract from our Parish Calendar
for the month of November, the month when we remember our deceased loved
ones.)
St John’s Church
(A History)
The foundation stone for St John’s church was laid in 1893. The church was officially opened on August 2 1896.
St John’s was the name given to the whole Sligo Church Area and this is the only church which kept the original Titular name “St John’s”. The church was commenced by the late most Rev. Bishop of Elphin, Dr Gillooly. He was concern4ed at the long distances local people had to travel to church.
The church was built in the gothic style. The builder was Mr John Clarance of Ballisodare. The stained glass windows were presented by parishioners.
Funds were liberally given by the late Peter O’Connor of Kevinsfort House. The people of the parish and Sligo town also contributed generously.
Most Re. Dr. Clancy, Bishop of Elphin at the time officiated at the opening. After blessing, High Mass was celebrated by Very Rev. Father Harte, assisted by Rev. Father McManus and Rev. Father Geraghty.
The Cathedral choir conducted by Mr Delaney provided a selection of music. Most Rev. Dr. Healy, Co-adjutor Bishop of Clonfert, preached the dedication sermon.
The interior of St John’s church was badly damaged by fire on December
8th 193. Consequently, it was completely refurbished and redecorated.
The original tabernacle and Stations of the Cross remain. The church
was reopened at Easter 1995. It now stands as one of the most beautiful
churches in the dioceses.