St.
Fiaac's Church, Clonegal
St. Fiaac's Church is situated overlooking the spectacular
village of Clonegal and the picturesque valley of the
Derry River. The present Church was built in 1819 on
the site of a former Church and the graveyard around
it has gravestones dating from 1777. The Church was built
in the Gothic style with Tower and Belfry and under the
supervision of Mr. John Bowden, Architect. The parish
embraces parts of Counties Wicklow, Wexford and Carlow.
Three double stained glass windows depict the Good Samaritan,
a scene from the Good Shepherd and the third window depicts
the Resurrection scene.
In July 1821 a meeting of parishioners of St. Fiaac's was
held and it stated that the parishioners wished to subscribe
to the building of a new Roman Catholic Church in the parish
of Clonegal.
On 22nd July 1945 the Consecration of the graveyard extension
took place- made possible by the good will and generosity
of Denis Doyle.
In February 1989 an extension was added to the Church car
park- made possible by the generosity of the Hickey family.
A new turnstile was erected in 1989 by George Rothwell
to give easier access to the Church grounds for the many
visitors who call to view the church and ancient burial
ground or to visit the graves of relatives who rest there.
In 1992 a ramp was built leading from the new car park.
In July 1993 the parishioners painted the interior and
exterior of the Church. A new coping and path were laid
from the middle gate to the steps leading to the main door
and standard lamps were erected.
Rector:
Reverend Michael Stephenson
Bunclody. Co Wexford
Service Times:
Sunday Morning 10.15am
For Weddings, Funerals, Christenings and other services
please contact:
Rev. Michael Stephenson at 053 937 7652
Information provided by Rachel Warren
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