About St Oliver Plunkett
St Oliver Plunkett in Newry, County Armagh, belongs to the Roman Catholic family of churches. The building stands at Main Street, Newry. Service times are not yet listed here, so please contact the church directly before planning a visit.
The Roman Catholic family of churches carries a long and particular story within the wider Church. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope. Parish life centres on the Mass and the sacraments, and many congregations have been renewed in recent decades by worshippers arriving from Poland, India, Nigeria and elsewhere. Weekly Mass attendance across Britain runs into the high hundreds of thousands. The tradition traces its modern form to the 1st century; hierarchy restored in England and Wales in 1850. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts roughly 4 million Catholics across the UK.
The church stands within the wider Christian life of Northern Ireland, one of the most churchgoing parts of the United Kingdom. Newry lies within County Armagh, whose county town is Armagh. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Newry worth getting to know.
Thinking of coming along? Simply turn up: no invitation is needed. Allow a little extra time for getting there, as parking close to older church buildings can be tight, and if accessibility is a concern, a quick call ahead will confirm arrangements such as ramps, accessible toilets or a hearing loop.
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Getting there
Parking near older church buildings can be limited, so allow a few extra minutes or arrive on foot where you can.
Frequently asked questions
Where is St Oliver Plunkett?⌄
St Oliver Plunkett is at Main Street, Newry, County Armagh.
What denomination is St Oliver Plunkett?⌄
St Oliver Plunkett is part of the Roman Catholic family of churches. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope.
When are services at St Oliver Plunkett?⌄
Service times for St Oliver Plunkett are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
How do I get to St Oliver Plunkett?⌄
The church is at Main Street, Newry, County Armagh. Use the map and directions link on this page, and allow a little extra time if you are driving, as parking near the building may be limited.
Is St Oliver Plunkett accessible?⌄
Accessibility provision varies between church buildings. Contact the church directly to ask about step-free access, accessible toilets or a hearing loop before you visit.
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