A Place of Welcome and Support
The parish office is a welcoming place where parishioners, families, and visitors can receive help, information, and guidance. Our parish staff are here to assist you with your questions, support you through important moments in life, and help you connect with the wider parish community.
Whether you are arranging a sacrament, looking for information, getting involved in parish activities, or simply need someone to point you in the right direction, the parish office is here to help.
Welcoming and Helping Our Parish Family
The parish office is often the first place people contact when they need support or information.
Our staff are happy to help with:
- Answering telephone calls, emails, and written enquiries.
- Welcoming visitors and offering assistance.
- Providing information about Mass times, parish services, and events.
- Connecting people with priests, parish groups, ministries, or sources of support.
Supporting the Sacraments
The sacraments are important moments in our journey of faith, and the parish office helps families prepare for these special celebrations.
This includes:
- Keeping parish records updated for Baptisms, Confirmations, First Holy Communions, Marriages, and Funerals.
- Preparing certificates and official documents when required.
- Helping families with arrangements for sacramental celebrations.
Working Alongside Our Priests, Deacons, Parish Councils and Parish Community
The parish office works closely with our priests, deacons, volunteers, and parish groups to support the many activities that bring our parish to life.
This includes:
- Helping to organise liturgies, celebrations, and parish events.
- Supporting parish ministries and groups.
- Assisting with meetings and parish projects.
- Sharing important information with parishioners.
Keeping Everyone Informed
Good communication helps us remain connected as a parish family.
The parish office helps to share information through:
- Parish newsletters and notices.
- Parish calendars and schedules.
- Updates about Masses, events, and activities.
- Communication with diocesan offices and other organisations.
Looking After Parish Administration
Behind the scenes, the parish office manages many important practical tasks that help parish life run smoothly.
This includes:
- Maintaining accurate financial records.
- Processing payments and invoices.
- Assisting with parish accounts.
- Safeguarding important and confidential information.
Supporting Parish Events and Activities
Many parish celebrations and activities involve careful preparation. The parish office assists by:
- Helping to arrange meetings and use of parish facilities.
- Coordinating dates and schedules.
- Supporting parish celebrations, courses, and community events.
- Helping parish groups with practical arrangements.
Caring for Parish Records
Parish records tell the story of our community and the faith journeys of our parishioners.
The parish office ensures that these records are:
- Carefully maintained and kept secure.
- Updated following sacramental celebrations.
- Available when official documents are needed.
A Listening Ear and a Friendly Welcome
A parish office is more than a place for paperwork—it is a place where people are welcomed, valued, and supported.
Our staff often meet people during some of the most important moments of their lives: times of celebration, new beginnings, difficulty, illness, or loss. With kindness and understanding, they offer a listening ear and help people feel connected to the care and support of the parish community.
Whatever brings you to the parish office, you can be assured of a warm welcome.
Saint Peter’s Parish Office
Address: 68 North Street Lurgan BT67 9AH
Telephone: 028 3832 3161
Email: office@saintpetersparishlurgan.org
Opening Hours:
Monday – Thursday:
10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.
2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m.
Friday:
9.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.
Parish Secretary: Mrs Marie Brady
Saint Paul’s Parish Office
Address: 50 Francis Street Lurgan BT66 6DL
Telephone: 028 3832 1289
Email: saintpaulsparishlurgan@dromorediocese.org
Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 9.00 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
Parish Secretary: Miss Patricia McCann