Community rallies with GoFundMe set up to help rebuild St Mary's in Derrybeg
The GoFundMe - Aththógáil Teach Pobail Mhuire - Help Rebuild Our Church - which was set up by Mary Coyle, went live this afternoon and has gathered over €10,000 already
A fundraising drive is underway to begin the rebuild of St Mary's in Derrybeg, the church that was burned in the early hours of Monday morning.
The GoFundMe - Aththógáil Teach Pobail Mhuire - Help Rebuild Our Church - which was set up by Mary Coyle, went live this afternoon and has gathered over €10,000 already. You can donate here
"On Easter Sunday, the Parish of Gaoth Dobhair, along with many friends and visitors to our community, gathered in a church full to capacity to joyfully celebrate with hope the Easter liturgies of the Resurrection," the description reads.
"Sadly, our parish is in mourning. Our beloved Church, St Mary’s in Derrybeg, burned to the ground in the early hours of the Easter Monday morning. This is a deeply tragic event that strikes at the heart of our community. Our beautiful Church was not only a place of worship, but also a centre of light, life and love, of support, unity and hope for many.
"We are a resilient community and will stand together to support one another in this moment of deep grief and sorrow. We are asking for your help to rebuild our Church with a renewed hope for a brighter future. Any support big or small is greatly appreciated."