MANY have prayed in the stand of Limerick Racecourse but this time there were no horses running.

Pupils of three schools in the parish of Mungret-Crecora-Raheen celebrated their Confirmation in Greenmount, Patrickswell on Saturday.

In this first lesson Eleanor, Johanna and Fr Chris help girls and boys to understand Reconciliation (Confession) and how important it is to admit when we make mistakes, say we are sorry and receive God's forgiveness through Reconciliation. 

In this second lesson Eleanor, Johanna and Fr Chris help girls and boys to understand the different parts of the Mass: Sorry, Story, Supper and Sending.  They learn how Jesus is present for them in the Community gathered, in the Word and in Holy Communion.

In this third lesson Eleanor, Johanna and Fr Chris help girls and boys to learn the prayers and responses for the different parts of the Mass and prepare them to receive Jesus in Holy Communion.  

Knock Shrine will be closed next Saturday, 15 August, the Feast of the Assumption, on what is generally one of its busiest days each year.

In this first episode, Eleanor and Johanna focus on how the Holy Spirit makes a difference in our lives.

In the second episode Eleanor, Johanna and Fr Chris (he is the one in the Kilmallock jersey!) explain the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit and how they can be used throughout your life. 

In the third, and final, episode Eleanor, Johanna and Fr Chris (in a Limerick jersey this time!) take you through the Confirmation Ceremony and the four parts of the Rite of Confirmation.