Our Lady Queen of Peace Pastoral Area in the Archdiocese of Armagh, Ireland. The Pastoral Area is comprised of four parishes in mid Louth: Darver & Dromiskin, Kilkerley, Knockbridge & Louth.
Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist play a vital role in the life of our pastoral area, serving across all our parishes. They assist the priest during Mass in the distribution of Holy Communion, helping to ensure that this sacred moment is carried out with reverence, dignity, and care.
Ministers may also bring Holy Communion to the sick and housebound, extending the presence of Christ and the prayer of the parish community to those who are unable to attend Mass in person.
This ministry is a special calling to serve both the Eucharist and the people of God. It is a quiet but deeply meaningful way of supporting parish life and strengthening our sense of community.
All Ministers of the Eucharist are fully supported and receive appropriate guidance and training. We are always grateful to those who give of their time in this important ministry.
If you feel called to serve in this way or would like to learn more, we would be delighted to hear from you. You can sign up after Mass or contact the Pastoral Area Office on (042 682 7418) or by email at olqopoffice@gmail.com to get involved. Ministers of the Eucharist Co-ordinator – Jean McLoughlin (Sacristan of Knockbridge)
Recent Activities
BEHOLD Lenten Daily Reflections The BEHOLD Team — (Fr. Pat, Fr. Gerry, Carmel Kennedy, Evelyn Agnew, Irene Brennan, Joan McKenna, Marian O’Sullivan and…
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Many thanks to the NET Team! Tomas, Jacie, Oonagh, Therese, Emmanuel, Maggie, Lydia and Tim for leading such outstanding retreats for the children of our…
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This week we had Children of the Eucharist (COTE) gatherings in the parishes of Darver & Dromiskin and Louth…
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On Thursday 29th January, the children preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation celebrated in the Ceremony of Light in the Church of the Immaculate Conception,…
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A heartfelt thank you to all who attended Nights 1 and 2 of our training for existing and new Eucharistic Ministers. Your generosity and commitment…
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Photo from one of our parishes, (Knockbridge) in our pastoral area on Sunday, 11th January 2026, On the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord,…
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We would like to say a special word of thanks to everyone who attended Mercy • Prayer • Healing on Sunday, 11th January 2026…
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On 25th November we had a beautiful Children of the Eucharist (COTE) gathering in the parishes of Knockbridge and Kilkerley ✝️ Led by founder Antoinette…
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Darver & Dromiskin Parish – Blessing of the Cross at the Five Cross RoadsSunday 23rd November, on the Feast of Christ the King,…
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What a joyful weekend it was in…
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We are so grateful to everyone who joined us for the Diocesan Congress on Youth, Family & Faith in Darver & Dromiskin, Kilkerley, Knockbridge, and…
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What a wonderful evening we had! 28 participants joined together for our choir workshop, beautifully facilitated by Sr. Marie Dunne. It was a truly…
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We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who joined us in prayer and celebration during this year’s Triduum in Kilkerley, marking the 100th anniversary of…
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A heartfelt thank you to everyone…
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Our Lady Queen of Peace Pastoral Area Jubilee Pilgrimage Visit to St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh ⛪️ We had a blessed day starting with a prayer…
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