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Saint Mary'sChurch of Ireland · Ardee

Church of Ireland · Market Street, Ardee

Faith, Fellowship & Hope in the Heart of Ardee

Welcome to Saint Mary's Church of Ireland – Ardee, a historic Christian place of worship with a longstanding connection to the spiritual and community life of County Louth.

A welcoming place to explore the Christian faith, encounter the Gospel, grow in prayer and discover the value of belonging to a caring church family.

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The stone bell tower and spire of Saint Mary's Church, Ardee, with a Christmas nativity scene on the lawn
Saint Mary's Church of Ireland – Ardee seal
Interior of Saint Mary's Church, Ardee, with stained glass windows, stencilled walls and wooden pews

Welcome

Welcome to Saint Mary's Church of Ireland – Ardee

We are glad you have found us. Saint Mary's is a historic place of Christian worship in the heart of Ardee, County Louth — a church where, for generations, people have come to pray, to give thanks, to mark life's great moments and to find strength for ordinary days.

Here you can learn about our church, our Christian mission, our history and heritage, and the life of our community. Whether you are exploring Christianity, looking for a church to call home, interested in local religious heritage, or simply curious, you are very welcome.

We believe that Christian faith is expressed not only in worship and prayer, but in compassion, kindness, understanding and service to others.

Our Christian Mission

Sharing Faith. Building Community. Living with Compassion.

Our mission is to encourage Christian faith, spiritual growth, prayer, fellowship and compassionate service.

We seek to reflect the teachings of Jesus Christ through love, kindness, humility, forgiveness and care for others — and to be a place where people can explore their faith, deepen their spiritual lives and experience Christian fellowship.

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Our Heritage

A Historic Place of Christian Worship

Saint Mary's is an important part of the architectural and religious heritage of Ardee. The present church dates from around 1810 and underwent substantial rebuilding in 1899.

The site itself has a documented history of Christian worship extending back at least eight centuries — a remarkable continuity linking today's congregation with generations of worshippers before us. We count it a privilege to care for that heritage, and to keep it a living place of prayer.

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800+
years of Christian worship on this site
c.1810
the present church is built
1899
substantial rebuilding
13823052
National Inventory of Architectural Heritage

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Life at Saint Mary's

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  1. 01Our MissionThe mission of Saint Mary's Church of Ireland – Ardee: to share the love of Christ, nurture faith, strengthen fellowship and serve others with compassion.
  2. 02Our VisionOur vision is a welcoming, compassionate and connected Christian community in Ardee, where faith is nurtured and the teachings of Jesus Christ inspire everyday life.
  3. 03About Our ChurchLearn about Saint Mary's Church of Ireland – Ardee, an Anglican place of worship on Market Street with a heritage of Christian worship reaching back at least eight centuries.
  4. 04Christian BeliefsAn accessible introduction to the Christian faith as held in the Church of Ireland — God the Holy Trinity, Jesus Christ, Scripture, prayer, worship and Christian living.
  5. 05Worship & Spiritual LifeWorship at the heart of life at Saint Mary's Church of Ireland, Ardee — prayer, reflection and the Anglican tradition of common worship.
  6. 06Pastoral CareSpiritual encouragement and compassionate listening through the authorised ministers of Saint Mary's Church, Ardee.
  7. 07Christian FellowshipFriendship, welcome and belonging in the Christian community of Saint Mary's Church, Ardee.
  8. 08Community OutreachCompassionate engagement with the people of Ardee — how Saint Mary's Church seeks to serve its local community.
  9. 09Our HistoryThe history of Saint Mary's Church, Ardee: a site of Christian worship for at least 800 years, with the present church dating to c. 1810 and rebuilt in 1899. NIAH ref. 13823052.
  10. 10Church LeadershipThe roles of the Rector, Select Vestry, Churchwardens, Treasurer and Secretary in the life of Saint Mary's Church of Ireland, Ardee.
  11. 11Financial TransparencyChurch identity, governance and financial stewardship information for Saint Mary's Church of Ireland, Ardee, including its historical Revenue reference CHY 8109.
  12. 12ContactContact Saint Mary's Church of Ireland, Market Street, Ardee, County Louth, for enquiries about worship, history and parish life.
The stone bell tower and spire of Saint Mary's Church, Ardee, with a Christmas nativity scene on the lawn
Interior of Saint Mary's Church, Ardee, with stained glass windows, stencilled walls and wooden pews
The stone baptismal font at Saint Mary's Church, Ardee, decorated for the Harvest Festival
The entrance of Saint Mary's Church of Ireland, Ardee, with its noticeboard and flower beds
Harvest offerings of fruit and vegetables beside a memorial window inscription at Saint Mary's, Ardee
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A Place for Faith, Reflection and Fellowship

Christian life is strengthened through faith, prayer, fellowship and compassion. We invite you to explore the history, values and community of Saint Mary's — and, when you are ready, to come and see.

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Market Street, Ardee, County Louth, Ireland