Thousands expected to partake in Reek Sunday



Thousands of people are expected to climb Croagh Patrick for the annual Reek Sunday pilgrimage.

This year’s Reek Sunday is dedicated to vocations to the priesthood and aims to highlight the Year for Vocations to the Diocesan Priesthood taking place across Ireland over 2023-2024.

Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin will celebrate mass in the small church at the summit following the climb.

Pilgrims have been climbing Croagh Patrick for over 1,500 years.

Father Charlie McDonnell, Administrator of the local parish of Westport, Co Mayo says the restoration of the pilgrim path will make the climb safer for everyone.



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