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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, 11th October
8.30am: Holy Communion (St Brigid's)
9:45am: Morning Prayer (All Saints')
11:15am: Morning Prayer (St Brigid's)
Wednesday, 14th October
10.00am: Holy Communion (St Brigid’s)
Sunday, 18th October
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.
Music has always had a special place in Christian worship. It gives voice to what we sometimes struggle to express in words, carrying our prayers, our joy, our sorrow and our hope. Many of the old favourites are coming in for our ‘Songs of Praise’ service. I’m also seeing some hymns that we haven’t sung in a long time, if ever. Perhaps that is part of music’s gift: it connects generations, brings memories alive, and draws us together in praise.
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You may have seen a call out in the newsletter to parents and guardians for confirmation candidates. Children in sixth class in All Saints’ and St Brigid’s National Schools will also have received a letter.
Confirmation is an important step in the Church’s understanding of Christian faith. It gives young people the opportunity to affirm for themselves the promises made at their Baptism, to receive the prayer and laying on of hands of the bishop, and to be strengthened for a life of Christian discipleship. I encourage parents and guardians to talk with their children and consider whether Confirmation is a step they are ready to take.
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It was great to have so many come together for Harvest Lunch last week. I was delighted that Rev. Ian and Hilary could come and share some memories. I was also pleased that Fr Joe, a long-standing friend of the parishes, could join us. Thanks to all who made the event happen, especially Andrew in the office. Thanks too to the Select Vestry for agreeing to keep the costs to the parishioners at €20.
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Driving through the junctions around Stillorgan sometimes feels downright dangerous. The lack of respect for traffic signals is incredible. I was reminded of this recently while in Lithuania, where the sequence is slightly different from Ireland: Green – Flashing Green – Amber – Red. Interestingly, almost everyone seemed to stop when the green light began flashing. Back in Ireland, we seem to treat amber as “green, but faster”, while the first hint of red appears to be interpreted as “better drive even faster!” With that attitude, is it really any wonder there are so many accidents?
Kevin (02.10.2026)
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. Click for more information.
Black Coffee by Agatha Christie
Our parish drama group, The Stillorgan Players, will perform Agatha Christie's Black Coffee from 26th to 28th November. Early booking highly recommended!
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.
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