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23 Dec 2025

Local clergy bless Roscrea's Christmas Crib

Roscrea's annual tradition of blessing the beautiful Christmas Crib on Market Square

Roscrea Christmas Crib 2025

Fr Tom Corbett, Fr Antun Pasalic, Rev. Jane Galbraith and Pam Troy of the Oasis recited prayers and scripture readings and then blessed the Crib with Holy Water. Photo: PJ Wright

The Annual Blessing of the Community Crib and Figurines took place on Main Street, Roscrea on Thursday the 17th of December 2025.

The rain abated while the Local Clergy, led by Fr. Tom Corbett, Fr. Antun Pasalic, Rev. Jane Galbraith and Pam Troy of the Oasis recited prayers and scripture readings and then Blessed the Crib with Holy Water, followed by everyone present singing 'Away in a Manger'.

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The Committee would like to acknowledge the support of Sharon Rowland (Manager) and members of the CE Scheme who assembled the Crib.

We would also like to acknowledge the support of Derek Russell. Joe Dooley and Eddie Murray.

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