We are delighted that you have dropped into our webpage. St Patrick’s Church is a Church of Ireland (Anglican) parish in the beautiful seaside town of Dalkey, near Dublin.
Whether you are looking at the website for a quick visit or searching for something a little longer lasting, you are very welcome.
We offer a range of liturgical services and pastoral care. We aim to be true to the Christian message, relevant to the community in which we live and available to all who seek.
We are an active parish socially, liturgically and ecumenically seeking to be relevant to all ages. From concerts and being supportive to charities to the likes of teddy bear and Blue Christmas services as well as regular Holy Communion and Morning Prayer, working with other denominations when possible.
I joined the parish as Rector in March 2023. Since my arrival into this warm and vibrant community I have enjoyed being part of the parish and the town.
This is a vibrant place to live with a varied population. Often on the tourist trail for “star” hunting tourists as well as the opportunity to be contemplated by seals in Bullock harbour or watch the boats come in and out of Coliemore harbour.
Old buildings and castles, beautiful old houses and more modern places. Those who tell multigenerational stories from their local family history and others like myself who are lucky to be exploring for the first time.
In all of this stands our church, St. Patrick’s. Testament to service past present and (hopefully) future.
Rev Ruth Elmes
The Rectory, Church Rd, Dalkey
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