A SPECIAL Mass takes place in St Crone’s Church, Arranmore, at 2pm this afternoon to mark its bicentenary anniversary.

Monsignor Kevin Gillespie, Bishop Donal Roche, Fr Pat Ward, Fr John Attoh and former prSt Crone’s Church, Arranmoreiests, who have served through the years, will celebrate this special Mass.

Afterwards at the gate there will be a rededication of St Crone’s Church, and a plaque will be unveiled.

The last time the Church was dedicated was in 1917 when the extension was built. The Pipe Band and Choir will perform, and the celebrations will continue in the community centre afterwards where local musicians will perform.

It will be an opportunity to meet and talk with the former priests. Tea and refreshments will be served.

The Bicentennial Reflections 1825 – 2025 book will be on sale today as it has been all week. The book is a history and photos of St Crone’s Church down the years. The book is bilingual.

Celebrations began on Tuesday of this week with a meeting at the church. Sean Sailor Boyle lead a walk to the highest point on the island. Following a Rosary, a talk about the past, present and future of St Crone’s was delivered by Pastor Brian.

A Bicentenary Concert was held in the church yesterday. Stars including John Hogan, Tony Allen of Foster and Allen, Eddie Gallagher and Teresa Rodgers enthralled.