About Saint Joseph's RC Church
Saint Joseph's RC Church welcomes worshippers in Stranraer as one of the Roman Catholic churches of Dumfries and Galloway. You will find the church at Lewis Street in Stranraer. For the current pattern of services and news of what is on, visit www.stjosephstranraer.org.uk.
The Roman Catholic tradition holds a distinctive place within British church life. 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 Scotland, home to the Church of Scotland alongside Catholic, Episcopal, Free Church and independent congregations. Stranraer lies within Dumfries and Galloway, whose county town is Dumfries. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in Stranraer or are simply passing through.
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 Saint Joseph's RC Church?⌄
Saint Joseph's RC Church is at Lewis Street, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway, DG9 7AL.
What denomination is Saint Joseph's RC Church?⌄
Saint Joseph's RC Church worships within the Roman Catholic stream of Christianity. 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 Saint Joseph's RC Church?⌄
Service times for Saint Joseph's RC Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.stjosephstranraer.org.uk/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Saint Joseph's RC Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.stjosephstranraer.org.uk/.
What is the phone number for Saint Joseph's RC Church?⌄
You can ring Saint Joseph's RC Church on +44 1776 703 125. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to Saint Joseph's RC Church?⌄
The church is at Lewis Street, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway. 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 Saint Joseph's RC Church 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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