Introduction
On Friday, 12 June 2026, parishioners, former parishioners, clergy and visitors gathered at the Church of the Sacred Heart, Ballyoughter, to celebrate 150 years since the completion of the church in 1876.
The anniversary brought together Bishop Ger Nash, Fr Tomás Kehoe, visiting clergy and members of the wider community in thanksgiving for the generations who built, maintained and worshipped in the church. It was an occasion to remember the faith and sacrifice of those who came before us while looking with hope towards the future.
Following the anniversary Mass, guests were welcomed to Ballyoughter National School for refreshments and an exhibition exploring the history of the church and the surrounding area. The displays included a specially prepared timeline, historical photographs, books, newspaper reports and records of the many donations that helped furnish and sustain the church over the generations.