Carol Service 2018

Fr O’Brolchain reminded the boys of the importance of family – grandparents, parents, siblings – at our annual Carol Service held in Des Places Hall on Tuesday last, 4th December. He told the assembled student body, over 1150 strong, 1st to 6th Year, that we should live every aspect of our lives in a loving way. He urged us all to take time for prayer as we strive to make the lives of others better and more joyful.

The Carol Service is a marvellous occasion, a coming together in preparation for Christmas. There are so many to thank: Our Spiritual Director Fr O’Brolchain who presided. Libermann, Leman and Corless Choirs and orchestra directed by Mr Grumley-Traynor ably supported by Ms O’Kane and Mr Orrock: our soloists Michael Cagney, Michael Gadaloff and Callum Byrne (all 5th Year), Harry Keyes, Gavin Jones and Oisin Reid (all 6th Year); our Readers Diarmuid Foley , Cameron O’Neill, Sean O’Brien, Andrew Ryan, David Gallagher, Thomas Ryan, Patrick O’Connell and Thomas Dwan (all 6th Year); Mr Rogan, Ms Groves, Ms Crimmins, Ms McGlynn, Mr O’Reilly, Mr Grant and Ms Markey; Our servers Conor O’Neill, Ross O’Reilly, Rhys Rowlands and James McGowan (all 6th Year) all of whom made an enormous contribution. I acknowledge the whole hearted support of the student body, especially 6th Year. I also thank the Deans, our Household and Maintenance staff and my colleagues in attendance.

Brilliant!