Church of Sacred Heart
Monivea County Galway
Who we are
Abbeyknockmoy (or Abbey), is a parish, 7 miles south-east of Tuam, and partly in the barony of Clare, but chiefly in that of Tyaquin, Co. Galway. The name 'Knockmoy' signifies 'the hill of the plain;' and the abbey which shares with it in the designation of the parish, was anciently called 'Monasterium de colle victoriae.' The establishment is said to have been founded and endowed in 1180, by Cathal O'Connor, monarch of Ireland, in commemoration of a victory obtained by him at its site over Almericus de St. Lawrence. Considerable ruins of the edifice, which still exist, contain some frescoes, which, though rude in design, and faded in colour, possess uncommon interest for the antiquary, as the most authentic memorials anywhere to be found of ancient Irish costumes.
The Cistercian Abbey of Knockmoy (in the village of Abbeyknockmoy) was founded by the King of Connacht (Cathal Crovdearg O Connor, who was buried there in 1244) in the years 1189-1190. Knockmoy is rare in that it has a fresco still (barely) visible on the wall of the chancel. The monastery was plundered in 1200 (by William De Burgo) and in 1228, and the Abbot was censured in 1240 for having his hair washed by a woman. In 1483, the abbot was accused of setting fire to the abbey.
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The Cistercian Abbey of Knockmoy (in the village of Abbeyknockmoy) was founded by the King of Connacht (Cathal Crovdearg O Connor, who was buried there in 1244) in the years 1189-1190. Knockmoy is rare in that it has a fresco still (barely) visible on the wall of the chancel. The monastery was plundered in 1200 (by William De Burgo) and in 1228, and the Abbot was censured in 1240 for having his hair washed by a woman. In 1483, the abbot was accused of setting fire to the abbey.
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Fr. Ronnie Boyle P.P. Â
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Administration
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Marie Greaney Â
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Church of Sacred Heart Mass Times
Abbeyknockmoy - 106 FM - Sunday 10:30am
Brooklodge - Sunday 10:00am Parish Webcam (Commencing on Sunday the 20th of August)
Ryehill - 104.5 FM -Saturday 7:30pm
Check the Parish Newsletter for weekday mass times.
Eucharistic Adoration
Weekly Eucharistic Adoration is a devotion whereby members of a parish unite in making continuous adoration before the exposed Blessed Sacrament.
Abbeyknockmoy
Sunday 5.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m.
Brooklodge
Thursday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
On occasion there may be changes to the above times. Check the weekly newsletters for updates.
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Brooklodge - Sunday 10:00am Parish Webcam (Commencing on Sunday the 20th of August)
Ryehill - 104.5 FM -Saturday 7:30pm
Check the Parish Newsletter for weekday mass times.
Eucharistic Adoration
Weekly Eucharistic Adoration is a devotion whereby members of a parish unite in making continuous adoration before the exposed Blessed Sacrament.
Abbeyknockmoy
Sunday 5.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m.
Brooklodge
Thursday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
On occasion there may be changes to the above times. Check the weekly newsletters for updates.
It's been more than 7 months since the last mass times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm mass times.
Please contact the church to confirm Mass Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
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St. Bernard’s Church 106 fm
Sacred Heart Church Ryehill 104.5fm Â
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The Parish Office serves the three churches in our Parish: St. Bernard’s Church, Sacred Heart Church Ryehill and Brooklodge Church and is located adjacent to the Parochial House at St. Bernard’s Church Abbeyknockmoy.
Opening Hours to the Public:
Mon. Tues. and Fri. at 10 a.m. to 12 Noon
Services include:
All Mass bookings
Baptism and Wedding bookings
Mass Cards
Registration of new parishioners
Registration of first Friday list
Completion of Marriage papers
Birth and Confirmation Certificates
Church Newsletters
All parish communication for the three church areas
For all queries in regard to Abbeyknockmoy, Brooklodge or Ryehill churches, please contact the Parish Office Â
Opening Hours to the Public:
Mon. Tues. and Fri. at 10 a.m. to 12 Noon
Services include:
All Mass bookings
Baptism and Wedding bookings
Mass Cards
Registration of new parishioners
Registration of first Friday list
Completion of Marriage papers
Birth and Confirmation Certificates
Church Newsletters
All parish communication for the three church areas
For all queries in regard to Abbeyknockmoy, Brooklodge or Ryehill churches, please contact the Parish Office Â
Church of Sacred Heart History
Abbeyknockmoy (or Abbey), is a parish, 7 miles south-east of Tuam, and partly in the barony of Clare, but chiefly in that of Tyaquin, Co. Galway. The name 'Knockmoy' signifies 'the hill of the plain;' and the abbey which shares with it in the designation of the parish, was anciently called 'Monasterium de colle victoriae.' The establishment is said to have been founded and endowed in 1180, by Cathal O'Connor, monarch of Ireland, in commemoration of a victory obtained by him at its site over Almericus de St. Lawrence. Considerable ruins of the edifice, which still exist, contain some frescoes, which, though rude in design, and faded in colour, possess uncommon interest for the antiquary, as the most authentic memorials anywhere to be found of ancient Irish costumes.
The Cistercian Abbey of Knockmoy (in the village of Abbeyknockmoy) was founded by the King of Connacht (Cathal Crovdearg O Connor, who was buried there in 1244) in the years 1189-1190. Knockmoy is rare in that it has a fresco still (barely) visible on the wall of the chancel. The monastery was plundered in 1200 (by William De Burgo) and in 1228, and the Abbot was censured in 1240 for having his hair washed by a woman. In 1483, the abbot was accused of setting fire to the abbey.
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The Cistercian Abbey of Knockmoy (in the village of Abbeyknockmoy) was founded by the King of Connacht (Cathal Crovdearg O Connor, who was buried there in 1244) in the years 1189-1190. Knockmoy is rare in that it has a fresco still (barely) visible on the wall of the chancel. The monastery was plundered in 1200 (by William De Burgo) and in 1228, and the Abbot was censured in 1240 for having his hair washed by a woman. In 1483, the abbot was accused of setting fire to the abbey.
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"Effective prayer is prayer that attains what it seeks. It is prayer that moves God, effecting it's end."Charles Finney
Church of Sacred Heart listing was last updated on the 16th of August, 2023
