Church of St. Patrick
Fort Augustus PE
C1B 0X9
Who we are
Church of St. Patrick welcomes Christians and those who seek to connect to Christianity in the Fort Augustus area.
We aim to make contact with and encourage others to join us in our life-changing Christian journey.
We are a friendly Christian community where we welcome others to join us in our worship and service to God.
Our vision is to make an impact for God, here in Fort Augustus, Prince Edward Island by helping people understand the enriching messages of eternal hope given to us by Jesus Christ through His words and deeds.
Everyone is welcome, no matter your age, beliefs, or background. Come just as you are - we'd love to get to know you better.
We aim to make contact with and encourage others to join us in our life-changing Christian journey.
We are a friendly Christian community where we welcome others to join us in our worship and service to God.
Our vision is to make an impact for God, here in Fort Augustus, Prince Edward Island by helping people understand the enriching messages of eternal hope given to us by Jesus Christ through His words and deeds.
Everyone is welcome, no matter your age, beliefs, or background. Come just as you are - we'd love to get to know you better.
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Leadership
Leader Name:
Fr. Daniel Wilson
Leader Position:
Pastor
Phone:
Leader Email:
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Administration
Admin Name:
Micheal Cummiskey
Admin Position:
Pastoral Chair
Phone:
Admin Email:
Click here to contact Micheal Cummiskey
Church of St. Patrick Mass Times
Weekend Mass:
Sunday: 9:00 am
Confession:
Thursday: 8:30-9:00am
Weekday Masses:
Tuesday: 9:00 am
Thursday: 9:00 am
Friday: 9.00 am
Divine Mercy Prayer:
2nd Tuesday of the Month: 7.30 pm
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Sunday: 9:00 am
Confession:
Thursday: 8:30-9:00am
Weekday Masses:
Tuesday: 9:00 am
Thursday: 9:00 am
Friday: 9.00 am
Divine Mercy Prayer:
2nd Tuesday of the Month: 7.30 pm
It's been more than 3 years 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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Church of St. Patrick History
In 1830 a group of Irish immigrant families settled here on lands owned by Father John MacDonald who had inherited this part of his father’s estate. Soon they were joined by other Irish imm.igrants who settled nearby and by some Scottish neighbors who took up land generally around Glenfinnan.
In 1837 the parishioners erected their first church, dedicated to St. Patrick, and replaced it with a beautiful brick one in 1870 which they finished over the years. A fire in 1897 did great damage to this church, requiring almost total reconstruction with William Harris the chosen architect. It has been called “the truest Gothic church on the Island” and has one of Harris’ most impressive interiors. Extensive maintenance of recent years has preserved this architectural hilltop gem.
A large brick parochial house was built in 1875. From 1958 until 1985 it served as a convent for the Sisters of Saint Martha who taught in local schools and brought an extra dimension to parish life. In the 1990s this large house was transferred to a government agency for use as seniors’ apartments. The present rectory was built in 1958.
Father Allan MacDonald was pastor of St. Patrick’s Parish for 49 years (1877-1926) and his remains rest in the cemetery there. In 1916 a mission church was erected at Johnston’s River (Mount Ryan) and dedicated to the Sacred Heart. Of rather unique architecture of Spanish Revival style, the front of this church in particular is worthy of pause and reflection.
Today there are 260 families in St. Patrick’s Parish. This area was named by Father John MacDonald, probably for Fort Augustus, Inverness, Scotland.
In 1837 the parishioners erected their first church, dedicated to St. Patrick, and replaced it with a beautiful brick one in 1870 which they finished over the years. A fire in 1897 did great damage to this church, requiring almost total reconstruction with William Harris the chosen architect. It has been called “the truest Gothic church on the Island” and has one of Harris’ most impressive interiors. Extensive maintenance of recent years has preserved this architectural hilltop gem.
A large brick parochial house was built in 1875. From 1958 until 1985 it served as a convent for the Sisters of Saint Martha who taught in local schools and brought an extra dimension to parish life. In the 1990s this large house was transferred to a government agency for use as seniors’ apartments. The present rectory was built in 1958.
Today there are 260 families in St. Patrick’s Parish. This area was named by Father John MacDonald, probably for Fort Augustus, Inverness, Scotland.
"Prayer is not overcoming God's reluctance, but laying hold of His willingness."Martin Luther
Church of St. Patrick listing was last updated on the 3rd of March, 2021
