Saint Joseph's Convent, Ferbane
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St. Joseph's Convent Ferbane was founded on 12th May 1896 at the invitation of the then Bishop of Ardagh & Clonmacnois Most Rev Joseph Hoare. |
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From that date we have been involved in education at Primary and Secondary levels up to the present day. |
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In addition to our school ministry we have journeyed with the people of Ferbane over the years, sharing their joys and sorrows, their moments of life and death and participating fully in the life of the parish. Today we continue to be involved in all parish associations. |
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The spiritual life of the parish is enriched by our prayer, our witness and our active participation in all parish liturgies. This includes preparing ministers of the Word, taking Communion to the sick and housebound, Adoration in the Blessed Sacrament chapel in the Parish,and home and hospital visitation.
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As a community we come together for Morning Prayer and each evening we assemble for Evening Prayer and Mass.
Our mealtimes afford us an opportunity for sharing and encouraging and affirming one another in our various ministries.
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The many people who drop in are always warmly welcomed and enjoy a chat over a cup of tea. |
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In recent years we have developed a new outreach to the immigrants now living in Ferbane. We befriend and help them in various ways, including the teaching of english.
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In 2001 we established a group of Associates in cooperation with the Gallen Priory Community. The meetings are held monthly under the leadership of a sister from each Community.
The people of Ferbane have never failed to show their appreciation and gratitude to us and to affirm us in every way.
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