The Confirmation ceremony scheduled for Saturday, 3rd March has been postponed.
This decision was reached with great reluctance and following detailed consideration by Arles Parish and Ballylinan N.S. We are acutely aware of the difficulties this may cause those who have arrangements made for the day, but believe the potential risks to health and safety could cause more serious problems if we were to proceed. Closures of public services and warnings not to travel on Thursday and Friday were part of the considerations.
The decision has been made today to give clarity to people and to give some time to change arrangements that may have been made.
To allow time for people to organise, the ceremony will now take place on Saturday, 21st April.
Our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Arles Parish
Ballylinan N.S.