How you can help restore St Patrick's Chapel in Meenacross

A fundraiser has been established to cover the repairs and upkeep of St Patrick’s Chapel in Meenacross.

Built in 1932, St Patrick’s Chapel has been the centre of Christian pastoral life for the people of Maghery and over time it has become a historical landmark in The Rosses.  

Now, 91 years later, the gable next to Traigheanna Bay is in a very bad state of repair and the decayed timber cladding urgently needs to be stripped off and replaced. 

This church is of unusual construction, having timber-clad walls and stands within the tradition of prefabricated architecture. Its simple plan and appearance are enhanced by the Tudor-arch window openings. The rather plain and dark exterior contrasts with a bright interior making for a unique colour scheme. 

St Patrick’s Chapel was a community establishment as local people came together and dug the foundations and worked with the contractors who were employed to build the simple wooden church. The community provided materials for the chapel wall and grotto and embarked on a fundraising campaign throughout the Parish of Templecrone and in parishes in Britain and the USA.

“In that spirit, we ask you to help us as we embark on a crucial restoration project to try and ensure that our chapel will continue to be the rock of our community for many years to come,” Meenacross Chapel shared.  

If you would like to donate to the fundraiser for St Patrick’s Chapel, Meenacross you can do so here.

“Your generous donation, no matter the amount, will make a difference. Together we can make sure that this beloved legacy and landmark will survive for generations to come. Thank you for your support!”