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WELCOME
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I am delighted that you have visited our website.
From whatever religious background you come - from any faith or none - you are very welcome.
St Brigid's and All Saints' are a parish group within the Church of Ireland united dioceses of Dublin & Glendalough, Ireland.
Regular Sunday church services take place at 9:45am in All Saints', and at 8:30am and 11:15am in St Brigids. Full details of services are available on the Worship page.
We encourage you to visit our wonderful churches to rest, to reflect, or to join us in prayer and song.
Rev. Kevin Conroy
St Brigid’s with All Saints’ aims to encourage people in their worship and in the formation, development and living out of their Christian faith, to promote friendship and caring in the community and wider world, and to welcome and facilitate people of all ages.
UPCOMING SERVICES
Sunday, 30th August
8.30am: Holy Communion (St Brigid’s)
10.30am: Service of the Word (St Brigid’s)
Wednesday, 2nd September
10.00am: Holy Communion (St Brigid’s)
Sunday, 6th September
8.30am: Holy Communion (St Brigid's)
9:45am: Holy Communion (All Saints')
11:15am: Holy Communion (St Brigid's)
THE RECTOR'S RAMBLINGS
The Rector's Ramblings are Kevin's weekly musings on recent global,
parochial and personal events. They may also reflect on some aspect of the scriptures that are pertinent today.
Our last united service of the summer schedule takes place this Sunday. Where did the summer go? It is normally a quieter time for me, but with the first Conroy family wedding and the new responsibilities of Rural Dean, it has felt more like a summer of keeping busy!
I hope all our students and teachers have had a well-earned rest and are feeling refreshed and ready for the new term.
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The results of my social media marketing studies at UCD which finished in June came through recently and I got confirmation that I received a ‘merit’. Next, I will present my project which was a social media marketing plan to the Select Vestries and make copies available to anyone who is interested. A review and redesign of the parishes’ website is almost complete, thanks to Simon. We are putting together a library of images for use thanks to Kate. There has been a redesign of the logo (did you notice?). I’m now looking to opportunities for night prayer every week over social media, starting from October (or even earlier). One step at a time.
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In 2027, sailor Karl Smith will attempt to be the youngest and first Irish person to successfully sail non-stop and unassisted around the globe. Karl is a son of Fiona and Peter Smith of St Brigid’s Parish. Karl has a Class 40 yacht, 40-foot in length, which he will sail on his own non-stop and unassisted as part of the Global Solo Challenge, a 30,000 mile lap around the world.
Ahead of this venture Karl shares, “This means no rest, no help, no breaks. The Global Solo Challenge is estimated to take approximately 4 months, departing and arriving from Vigo in Spain. I’m doing this for Parkinson’s, I’m doing this for my Dad and countless others around the world suffering with Parkinson’s.” After a week of seriously sad news, such inspiring stories are so welcome, especially when so close to home.
Kevin (23.08.2026)
SPECIAL SERVICES & EVENTS
St Brigid's and All Saints' are busy parishes and below are some of the special services and events that will be taking place in the coming weeks. Do come along to any that take your fancy - you will be very welcome.
Back to School!
There will be a blessing of school and work bags on Sunday 6th September at both 9:45am and 11.15am services.
Mothers' Union Opening Service
The opening service of the Mothers' Union takes place at 8:00pm on Thursday 10th September in All Saints'.
Annual Pet Service
11:15am Sunday, 4th October at St Brigid's
All pets welcome, including goldfish!
United Patronal Service
Sunday, 1st November
On All Saint's Day, there will be a united service at 10.30am in All Saints' church where we remember those who are no longer with us.
Ecumenical Bible Week
Ecumenical Bible Week runs from 13th-18th September. Check out link for more details.
Harvest Festival
Sunday, 27th September
We plough the fields and scatter!
Join us a special service where we give thanks for all the good gifts around us and remember those less fortunate than ourselves.
Sponsored Walk
Sunday, 11th October
Sponsored walk in aid of the Blackrock Hopsice.
Meet at the Rectory
Remembrance Sunday
Sunday 8th November
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
SUPPORT
We are grateful to those who financially support us which allows maintenance of two churches and a historical graveyard. We also use donations to support charities, both near and far, like the Blackrock Hospice, the Salvation Army, Christian Aid and the Capuchin food centre in Dublin city.
If you would like to make a one off donation, no matter how small, please visit this link to make payment by card.
Parishioners and those who wish to make regular or larger donations should read how tax relief can be claimed.
ST BRIGID'S MAY FAIR
The highlight of our social calendar must be the St Brigid's May Fair. It is the biggest parish fête in Ireland with thousands of bargains, hundreds of visitors, a vibrant atmosphere, and a fantastic selection of stalls and entertainment for all ages.
The May Fair usually takes place on the third week of May and more information can be found at stbrigidsmayfair.com
If you would like to join the team of over a hundred volunteers and be part of this wonderful social event and fundraiser, please contact the parish office.
SOCIAL MEDIA
