Nothing happens without a lot of preparation and goodwill and both were in plentiful supply in the days preceeding the Mass of Thanksgiving.

Cobwebs and dust removed.

New Papal Flag flying

Even the gates were washed and polished by Anne and Isabel - when they weren't talking!!!

Linda Savage provided the magnificent floral displays -a very gifted lady.

Another gifted lady - with the vacuum - Margaret Convery

The three schools to which Canon Powell is chaplain provided beautiful artwork for the porch: St. Colman's Bann PS, Laurencetown, St. John's PS, Gilford and St. Patrick's College, Banbridge

Mrs. Sorcha Lyness, St. John's PS with Mr. Darragh Tighe, St. Colman's Bann

Ordination Day 1972 with Bishop Eugene O'Doherty