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== History ==
== History ==
=== Duleek - The Stones of History ===
=== Duleek - The Stones of History ===
Duleek derives its name from the Irish ''daimh liag'', meaning "house of stones," referring to an early stone-built church. The ruins of St. Cianan's Church, believed to be the first stone church in Ireland, are still visible in Duleek today.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.duleekbellewstownparish.com/history|title=Duleek Bellewstown Parish History|access-date=12 September 2024}}</ref>
Duleek derives its name from the Irish ''daimh liag'', meaning "house of stones," referring to an early stone-built church. The ruins of St. Cianan's Church, believed to be the first stone church in Ireland, are still visible in Duleek today.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.duleekbellewstownparish.com/history|title=Duleek Bellewstown Parish History|access-date=12 September 2024}} {{dead}}</ref>


Duleek began as an early Christian monastic settlement. St. Patrick established a bishopric here around 450 AD, which he entrusted to St. Cianan on November 24, 489.
Duleek began as an early Christian monastic settlement. St. Patrick established a bishopric here around 450 AD, which he entrusted to St. Cianan on November 24, 489.
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St. Cianan is reputed to have established the first stone church in Ireland in Duleek. The name "Duleek" comes from the Irish ''Damhliag Chianian'', meaning "The Stone House of Cianan."
St. Cianan is reputed to have established the first stone church in Ireland in Duleek. The name "Duleek" comes from the Irish ''Damhliag Chianian'', meaning "The Stone House of Cianan."


Duleek is listed in the Annals of Ulster as one of the four largest monastic communities in Ireland, alongside Armagh, Derry, and Clonmacnoise.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.dioceseofmeath.ie/parishes/duleek|title=Diocese of Meath - Duleek Parish|access-date=12 September 2024}}</ref>
Duleek is listed in the Annals of Ulster as one of the four largest monastic communities in Ireland, alongside Armagh, Derry, and Clonmacnoise.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.dioceseofmeath.ie/parishes/duleek|title=Diocese of Meath - Duleek Parish|access-date=12 September 2024}} {{dead}}</ref>


At the Synod of Rathbrassil in 1111, the territory of Meath was divided into two dioceses: Clonard and Duleek. The Synod of Kells in 1152 further shaped the diocese, merging the bishoprics of Clonard, Kells, and Duleek into what roughly survives today. The diocesan crest bears three mitres, representing these ancient bishoprics.
At the Synod of Rathbrassil in 1111, the territory of Meath was divided into two dioceses: Clonard and Duleek. The Synod of Kells in 1152 further shaped the diocese, merging the bishoprics of Clonard, Kells, and Duleek into what roughly survives today. The diocesan crest bears three mitres, representing these ancient bishoprics.
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* '''Fr. John Conlon''' – Fr. John, a native of Clonard in County Meath, served as Parish Priest in Duleek and administrator in Donore and Rossnaree for 14 years (01/09/2007 – 01/09/2021).
* '''Fr. John Conlon''' – Fr. John, a native of Clonard in County Meath, served as Parish Priest in Duleek and administrator in Donore and Rossnaree for 14 years (01/09/2007 – 01/09/2021).
* '''Fr. Mark English''' – Previously the Parish Priest of Killucan, Fr. Mark was reassigned as Parish Priest of Duleek and administrator of Donore (01/09/2021 – present).<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.duleekbellewstownparish.com/our-priests|title=Priests of Duleek Parish|access-date=12 September 2024}}</ref>
* '''Fr. Mark English''' – Previously the Parish Priest of Killucan, Fr. Mark was reassigned as Parish Priest of Duleek and administrator of Donore (01/09/2021 – present).<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.duleekbellewstownparish.com/our-priests|title=Priests of Duleek Parish|access-date=12 September 2024}} {{dead}}</ref>


== Neighboring Parishes ==
== Neighboring Parishes ==

Revision as of 10:18, 13 September 2024

Duleek Parish (Irish: Paróiste Daimhliag) is a Catholic parish located in County Meath, Ireland, encompassing the historic village of Duleek and its surrounding rural areas. It forms part of the Diocese of Meath and is closely linked with several neighboring parishes.

Location

Duleek Parish is situated in the east of County Meath, near the River Boyne. The parish covers the town of Duleek and the surrounding areas, including Bellewstown, which lies on the Hill of Bellewstown. It is located within close proximity to the larger towns of Drogheda and Navan.

History

Duleek - The Stones of History

Duleek derives its name from the Irish daimh liag, meaning "house of stones," referring to an early stone-built church. The ruins of St. Cianan's Church, believed to be the first stone church in Ireland, are still visible in Duleek today.[1]

Duleek began as an early Christian monastic settlement. St. Patrick established a bishopric here around 450 AD, which he entrusted to St. Cianan on November 24, 489.

St. Cianan's Duleek

St. Cianan is reputed to have established the first stone church in Ireland in Duleek. The name "Duleek" comes from the Irish Damhliag Chianian, meaning "The Stone House of Cianan."

Duleek is listed in the Annals of Ulster as one of the four largest monastic communities in Ireland, alongside Armagh, Derry, and Clonmacnoise.[2]

At the Synod of Rathbrassil in 1111, the territory of Meath was divided into two dioceses: Clonard and Duleek. The Synod of Kells in 1152 further shaped the diocese, merging the bishoprics of Clonard, Kells, and Duleek into what roughly survives today. The diocesan crest bears three mitres, representing these ancient bishoprics.

A Titular Bishopric of Duleek still exists today, with the current Titular Bishop being the retired auxiliary Bishop of San Bernardino in California, Rutilio del Riego Janez.

Past Amalgamations

Duleek Parish has been amalgamated with neighboring parishes over time:

  • Bellewstown Parish: Merged with Duleek in recent years.

Past Priests

Duleek Parish has been served by many dedicated priests. Recent priests include:

  • Fr. John Conlon – Fr. John, a native of Clonard in County Meath, served as Parish Priest in Duleek and administrator in Donore and Rossnaree for 14 years (01/09/2007 – 01/09/2021).
  • Fr. Mark English – Previously the Parish Priest of Killucan, Fr. Mark was reassigned as Parish Priest of Duleek and administrator of Donore (01/09/2021 – present).[3]

Neighboring Parishes

Duleek Parish shares close ties with several other parishes in the region:

References

  1. ^ "Duleek Bellewstown Parish History". Retrieved 12 September 2024. [dead link]
  2. ^ "Diocese of Meath - Duleek Parish". Retrieved 12 September 2024. [dead link]
  3. ^ "Priests of Duleek Parish". Retrieved 12 September 2024. [dead link]