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Parish Stewardship Survey Results
Thank You for Your Participation
We are grateful to everyone who took part in the recent Parish Stewardship Survey across the partnership of Lucan, Lucan South and Esker. The survey received 433 local responses and forms part of a wider response from 914 voices across 11 participating parish communities.
The findings show a committed community that is ready for simpler ways to participate, volunteer and give to parish life. Key findings included:
87% of respondents said they give more or would be willing to give more to support parish life and mission.
77% said they would be willing to volunteer.
44% said they would be willing to give using non-cash methods, while the wider findings show that 73% already give or are open to non-cash giving.
Cash remains the most common preferred giving method locally, while standing order, tap-and-go and online giving together account for a significant and growing share of parishioner preferences. The survey also shows a broad age profile, with 40.9% of respondents aged 65 or over.
The results demonstrate that our parish community remains deeply committed to supporting the Church and is ready for simpler ways to participate, volunteer and give to parish life.
As part of this pilot initiative, clergy and parish leaders from across the Parish Partnership will now work with the Diocesan Core Working Group to move from findings to practical next steps. The priorities are to follow up personally with those open to volunteering, explore how more weekly giving can be retained locally and linked visibly to parish needs, make standing orders, tap-to-donate and online Parish Family Offering easier to access, improve recording and transparency, and explain more clearly what collections fund locally and across the wider diocesan mission.
Thank you once again for your support, generosity and commitment to our parish community.
Speaking Points for Father Aidan and Father Bill
Opening
I want to thank everyone who took the time to complete the Parish Stewardship Survey. Your feedback is invaluable and provides an important insight into the hopes, priorities and commitment of the Lucan, Lucan South and Esker parish communities.
Key Findings
The results are very encouraging.
We saw strong participation, with 433 local responses from Lucan, Lucan South and Esker.
Across the wider pilot, 914 voices from 11 participating parish communities show three clear themes: a committed community, a readiness to help, and changing giving habits.
People care deeply about their parish.
People want to support the Church into the future, and many are open to simpler and more flexible ways of giving.
People are willing to become more involved through volunteering and financial support
In particular, for our Partnership:
77% said they would be willing to volunteer.
87% said they give more or would be willing to give more.
44% are willing to give through non-cash methods locally, and across the wider findings 73% give or are open to non-cash giving, while many parishioners still value cash giving.
The preferred giving responses show cash remains important, but standing order, tap-and-go and online giving are now significant options for many parishioners.
What Happens Next
This survey is not simply an information-gathering exercise.
As part of the pilot programme, I and the other clergy across our Parish Partnership will now engage with the Diocesan Core Working Group to review the findings in detail and focus on five clear priorities: volunteer recruitment, retaining income locally, easier ways to give, better recording and transparency, and clearer communication on where donors’ money goes.
We will reflect carefully on what parishioners have told us and consider how these insights can be translated into practical action.
Areas for Future Development
How can we make volunteering easier and more accessible?
How can we make standing orders, tap-to-donate and online giving simpler while continuing to support those who prefer cash?
How can we explore a model that retains part of weekly giving locally, while also meeting wider diocesan responsibilities?
How can we improve recording, reconciliation and regular plain-language updates on parish income, needs and impact?
How can we communicate more clearly about how donations support both local parish needs and the wider mission of the Archdiocese?
Closing
The survey confirms that there is great goodwill within our parish communities.
Together, we have an opportunity to build on that goodwill, strengthen parish life and ensure that our parish remains vibrant, welcoming and sustainable into the future.
St Mary's, Lucan
www.lucanparish.com
Mass Times: Vigil: 6.30pm
Sunday: 10.30am, 12 noon, 7pm
The 10.30am Family Mass is aimed at younger parishioners and their families.
Weekday Masses: Monday to Saturday10am.
All Masses are live-streamed on www.lucanparish.com
St. Mary's Readers' Roster October 2026: The roster for readers at the Saturday vigil, 12 noon and 7pm Masses on Sundays in St. Mary's for the month of October 2026 has been sent to all readers by email. If any reader has not received it a copy is available for inspection in the sacristy.
Confessions: Saturday Evening 6.30pm Mass.
Christian Meditation: We meet every Tuesday night at 8pm in the Parish Bungalow.
Sr Geraldine
Baptisms: Procedure for baptisms in the parish. Parents who register their children for baptism are invited and must attend a preparatory meeting in the month before the ceremony. The ceremony of baptism will take place in two parts. The children will be welcomed at a short ceremony during 10.30am Mass, the Family Mass, on the Sunday prior to their actual baptism date. Dates bookable on line.
Visits to the housebound: If you are house-bound you can call Deirdre at the parish office
(01 621 7041) we will be happy to call on a monthly basis.
Legion of Mary: Meeting every Thursday 6.30pm in the Parish Bungalow for Rosary and Prayers.
All Welcome.
Bethany Bereavement Support Group: Members of the Bethany Group are available to meet by appointment on the 2nd Monday (at 10.45am) and the 4th Thursday (at 8pm) each month, in the Parish Centre. We are available to listen or just be there for anyone who is feeling lonely or lost following the death of a loved one, or a bereavement of any kind.
To make an appointment please contact the Parish Office by phone 01 6217041 or email secretary@lucanparish.com
Divine Mercy Devotion: Every Wednesday, in St. Mary's Church after the 10am Mass until 11am (unless there is a funeral), the Chaplet to the Divine Mercy is prayed.
With the Blessed Sacrament exposed on the altar, we ask God to atone for our sins and the sins of the whole world.
We pray together for peace in the world and defeat of evil, for those who are unwell, worried, depressed, or grieving the loss of loved ones and for those who no longer believe or practice the faith, that they will find again God’s infinite love and mercy.
Lectio Divina: Lectio Divina meet every Monday evening (except Bank Holidays) at 7.30pm in the Bungalow to reflect for an hour on the following Sunday’s gospel.
All are welcome.
Cuppa: Why not come into the Coffee Dock for a cuppa and a chat after the10am Weekday Mass
and on Sundays after the morning Masses.
Recent Deaths
Deepest Sympathy to the wife, family and friends of Noel Noonan, Beech Park and to the family and friends of June Murray, Woodview Heights.
May they rest in peace
Medjugorje Mass
St Mary's Church, Lucan.
Monday 12th October
Mass at 6.15pm.
(Rosary and Prayers 5.45pm)
All Welcome
St Patrick's Esker/Dodsboro/Adamstown
www.stpatrickslucan.ie
Sunday Mass Times: 9am, 10.30am, 12 noon.
The 10.30am Family Mass is aimed at younger parishioners and their families.
Weekday Masses: Monday to Saturday 10am.
Masses livestreamed at www.stpatrickslucan.ie
Adoration: Adoration is held every Saturday morning after the 10am Mass from 10.30am to 11.30am unless there is a funeral.
Confessions: Confessions after Saturday 10am Mass and after Thursday 10am Mass.
Baptisms: Procedure for baptisms in the parish. Parents who register their children for baptism are invited and must attend a preparatory meeting in the month before the ceremony. The ceremony of baptism will take place in two parts. The children will be welcomed at a short ceremony during 10.30am Mass, the Family Mass, on the Sunday prior to their actual baptism date. Dates bookable on line.
St Patrick's Prayer Meeting: Every Monday night in the Pastoral Centre, (Side of St. Patrick's Church) from 7.00pm to 7.45pm.
Communion for the Homebound: If any member of your family is sick and housebound, and would like to receive Holy Communion, do please let us know. You can ring the Parish Office on 01 628 1018 and leave your name and address, or email us at: secretary@stpatrickslucan.ie
Tea/Coffee: After10am Mass will be held on Wednesdays. All welcome.
Nagarhope Churchgate Collection
Nagarhope is a charity founded by Lucan man Fachtna 'Doc' Clandillon in 2007, educating children in Nepal. He lived in Nepal for 15 years and returned home to Ireland three years ago.
THIS weekend, October 3rd / 4th, we will hold our annual church gate collection at both St. Mary's, Lucan and St. Patrick's, Esker. This is a vital fundraiser for Nagarhope.
(See report under Letters)
We thank you in advance for your generosity.
Niamh Clandillon
Parish of Divine Mercy, Lucan South
www.lucansouthparish.net
E-mail:lucansouthparish@gmail.com
Sunday Mass Times: Vigil: 6pm.
Sunday Masses: 10.30am and 12.00 noon.
Weekday Masses: Mon.-Fri.9:15am. Sat.10am
All Masses will be livestreamed on www.lucansouthparish.net
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confessions every Saturday 5.15pm and after the evening Mass.
Prayers of the Church: Mon. to Fri.: 8.40am.
The Church is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 1pm for private prayers.
Adoration and Holy Hour Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament:
Mon: 7.30pm: Divine Mercy Adoration.
Fri: 1.15pm: Adoration MMPH Cenacle.
Fri: 2-3pm: Divine Mercy Devotion/Adoration.
Mass of Thanksgiving for the Fruits of Medjugorje: Every Thursday.
7.00pm: Rosary and Confessions.
7.30pm: Holy Mass.
After Mass: Adoration, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Benediction. 8.15pm Adoration and Confessions 8.50m Benediction.
Legion of Mary: The Legion of Mary meets every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm in the Confessional Room in the church.
Home Visits Holy Communion: If anyone who Communion at home from Fr. Aidan or a Minister of Holy Communion, please contact the Parish Office 01-4572900.
Wednesday tea/coffee morning: There is a cup of tea/coffee and a slice of cake after 9.15am Mass in the St. John Paul II Room.
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