Today was a very special day for Ms. Vaughan’s Senior Infants. They beautifully performed our traditional Nativity Play. Unfortunately, mammies and daddies could not be present, but I would like to report that the children looked so much part of Bethlehem in their costumes. They acted so meaningfully, they spoke so well and they sang [...]
Let us all look forward to the next few weeks of fun and enjoyment. Our school is buzzing with excitement. Our crib with baby Jesus has just been constructed. Decorations and Christmas lights are everywhere. Pupils are brimming with smiles. Santa is coming! The magic of Christmas helps us to remember that our greatest gifts [...]
Ceremonies were held in different classrooms in Barefield N.S. today to honour, and to remember those who have died this year and those who have been bereaved through the death of loved ones. We also remembered those who have died due to the global pandemic. Ar dheis Dé go raibh siad go léir! It was [...]
2nd Class celebrated their First Communion ceremony in The Church of our Lady on Sat 8th Aug. The beautiful ceremonies were concelebrated by Fr. Jerry assisted by Méabh's uncle Fr. Aidan. The church was looking splendid with the children's Communion art and there was glorious sunshine for the whole day. Well done to all the [...]
Confirmation is a very beautiful Sacrament and a wonderful time in the lives of our Rang VI pupil, their families and our community. Bishop Fintan reflects on the Fruits and Gifts of the Holy Spirit. Please click 'Read More' to access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHfaZInERfI
Bishop Fintan recently visited our local Templemaley, a site near our school, that is rich in History, Cultural and Religious traditions. Please click on title heading 'Local History Templemaley' to view his visit on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFTPXulBF2A&feature=youtu.be
Sat 16th May was to have been the big day for our First Communion Classes but the sacrament will now take place at a later date. We have put together a Photostory honouring our wonderful 2nd class pupils who I know will be marking the date tomorrow anyway. Fr. Jerry will also give them a [...]
Fr. Jerry is inviting all families of our First Holy Communion Class to join with him next Sunday, May 17th at 10.30a.m. on our Parish Webcam: www.doorabarefieldparish.ie. During Mass, he will call out the names of all children who were to receive their First Holy Communion this weekend. Please read his following letter of invitation [...]
Bishop Fintan reflects on the fruits and the gifts of the Holy Spirit for our Confirmation students. Please click 'Read More@ and access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHfaZInERfI&feature=youtu.be
In our school for the month of May, we always create small altar in our foyer and classrooms dedicated to Mary, the mother of God. Let this be our virtual altar honouring Mary and we ask her to keep us safe during these challenging times. Why not prepare a May altar in your home following the [...]
