Saint Jude the Apostle

Tucked away in Orwell Park, Dublin 6W, stands Saint Jude the Apostle. This church isn’t just a building. It’s a hub, a heart, a home for a community woven from diverse threads. Saint Jude the Apostle Parish was established in December 1975, carved from the existing Templeogue parish. It serves a vibrant population spanning over 2,500 homes across various estates. These include Orwell Park, Willington, Wellington Road, Cypress Downs, Glendown, Rossmore, Templeogue Wood, Templeogue Lodge, Rushbrook, Kennington, Wilderwood, Osprey, Kilvere, and Domville. So, whether you’re from just down the street or across the globe, Saint Jude the Apostle offers a welcoming embrace. Inside Saint Jude the Apostle, the air hums with activity. Daily masses echo through the sanctuary Monday through Friday at 9:30 am. Saturday offers a moment of reflection with a 10:00 am mass and an evening vigil at 6:30 pm. Sundays at Saint Jude the Apostle are a vibrant affair. The 10:00 am mass features the rich tones of the adult choir. At 11:30 am, a family mass fills the church with joyful energy, accompanied by a cantor and organ. The last Sunday of the month is particularly special. It features a family mass with a cantor and organ. From September to April, and throughout Lent and Advent, a Taizé mass bathes the church in candlelight every last Sunday of the month at 7:30 pm. For those seeking a moment of quiet contemplation, morning prayer is offered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:15 am. A rosary service follows at 9:35 am. Tuesdays and Saturdays offer a morning prayer service with Holy Communion at 10:00 am. Thursdays at Saint Jude the Apostle are dedicated to Adoration from 9:15 am to 11:00 am. A rosary and Holy Communion service follows at 10:00 am. The parish office at Saint Jude the Apostle is a hive of activity. Open Monday to Friday from 8:45 am to 12:45 pm. It’s also open on Sundays after the 10:00 am and 11:30 am masses. Need to reach the parish? You can call them at 01 4600127 or email them at judesparishoffice1@gmail.com. Dive deeper into the life of Saint Jude the Apostle by visiting their website at www.stjudesparish.net. Here, you’ll find the latest news, events, and a glimpse into the heart of this thriving community.