Society of St Vincent de Paul

The Society of St Vincent de Paul provides a wide range of support and activities for the local community. These include:

• Helping those in need
• Providing a contact point for advice:
  Monday 10.30 am to 12 noon - Pastoral Centre, Newcastle
• Thrift Shop - Vincents, 76 Main Street, Newcastle 028 4372 4008
• Clare Lodge Holiday Home, Castle Place, Newcastle
• Caravan for short breaks - Giles Quay, Dundalk
• Computer classes - Tuesday and Thursday
• Hospital and nursing home visitation
• Visiting those in need of help or company

President: Nora O'Baoill, Newcastle Conference
President: Pat Smith, Bryansford Conference
Area President: Frank Bradley
SVP HELPLINE 24 hours every day:
028 4372 5800

Email: svp@parishofmaghera.com

Visit www.svp.ie for more info

Bereavement Ministry

Bereavement Helpline: Tel 0772 1776033.

If you need help and support in coping with bereavement, call the new Helpline. We are here to see you through this difficult time.

Newcastle Arthritis Care Support Group

Aims/Activities: To offer a social outlet to those who suffer from arthritis by providing information, self-help, speakers of interest, group support and training.

Meetings: 1st Thursday of each month 2 pm-4 pm
Where: Parish Centre
Contact: Marie McShane 028 437 22107

Pennywise

Provides an opportunity to donate and/or buy good quality second-hand clothes and raise funds for the parish. Volunteers open the shop at the following times:

Monday to Saturday (inclusive):
10.30 am to 4.30 pm

If you would like to work as a volunteer please contact the Parish Office on 028 437 22401.