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29 Nov 2025

In Pictures: Warm welcome to Killymard community as PP Fr Sweeney is inducted

A service took place to mark the induction of the new parish priest

The community of Killymard gathered in St Mary’s Church, on Saturday, November 22 for the Induction Mass of Fr James Sweeney as the new Parish Priest of Killymard. Click on the arrows to see a selection of photos from the evening

The Mass was celebrated by Mons Kevin Gillespie, Diocesan Administrator, and was con-celebrated by Fr James Sweeney and Fr James Gillespie.

We were delighted to be joined also by Rev Angus McCullogh, Rev John Montgomery, Ven David Huss and Rev Susan Elliott and her husband, and parishioners from Fr James’ previous parishes.

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The evening concluded with Fr James cutting the cake and tea and refreshments were enjoyed in the Community Room.

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Thank you to everyone who joined with us to mark this special occasion in our parish. 

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