AOH Div 1 Ofc Thomas McMeekin Jr Memorial Division

03/17/2026

Lá Fhéile Pádraig!

03/15/2026

03/09/2026

The revival is happening in Ireland!

The reported 143% increase in weekly Mass attendance among young Catholics in the Republic of Ireland is a key finding from a March 2026 study titled “The Turning Tide? Recent Religious Trends on the Island of Ireland,” commissioned by the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference.

the percentage of Catholics aged 16 to 29 attending weekly Mass rose from 7% in the 2020–2022 period to 17% in the 2023/2024 cycle. This significant uptick, described by researchers as a possible "quiet revival," places young Irish Catholics as the sixth most practicing group in Europe.

The growth is particularly notable among young men and is also reflected in Northern Ireland, which remains the most religious part of the island.

03/06/2026

Atlantic City St. Patrick’s Day Parade Update
Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 11:30 AM

All members are invited to join the parade, meeting at 11:30 AM at the “In the Line of Duty Memorial” located on the Atlantic City Boardwalk at St. James Place. The event includes the blessing of sashes, swearing in of new A.O.H. Officers, and presentations to Hibernian of the Year Buddy Mooney and benefactor Cathy Burke. Our division, together with Cape May County Division 2, will have a reserved tram car. Families and friends are welcome.
After the parade, gather at AC Moose Lodge (3900 West End Avenue) for refreshments and camaraderie.
All ages are also welcome to attend a free event at Anchor Rock Club (247 S. New York Avenue).
Join us for a great day!

03/03/2026

03/01/2026

Post Parade Activities; Subject to Change

02/17/2026

Notice: The Ancient Order of Hibernians, Atlantic County Division One will meet at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Msgr. William Hodge’s home residence in Atlantic City while The Irish Pub is under renovation.

Save the Date: March 7, 2026 – 1:00(ish) PM
The Atlantic City Saint Patrick's Day Parade is set for Saturday, March 7th on the Boardwalk—everyone is invited to celebrate. Wear green and enjoy a family-friendly day.
Schedule:
• 11:00 AM: A.O.H. Division lines up at The Irish Pub (164 St. James Place) for a presentation.
• 12:00 Noon: Floats and vehicles must be on the Boardwalk.
• 1:00(ish) PM: Parade begins.
Join our A.O.H. Division—use the Tram Car if you can't walk the whole route; it will return to the starting point after the parade. We need more representatives, families, and friends. Support our Ofc. Thomas J. McMeekin Jr. Memorial Division by volunteering as flag or banner bearers.

I hope to see many members at both events!

01/03/2026

On January 2, 1864, Archbishop John Joseph Hughes passed away. He was New York’s fourth bishop and its first archbishop, making a significant impact as a Catholic leader in 19th-century America. Hughes is well known for his efforts to support Irish Catholic immigrants, confront anti-Catholic hostility, and help establish Catholic schools and institutions in New York. An interesting lesser-known detail: during the early part of the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln asked Hughes to serve as an informal envoy to Europe. His mission was to dissuade European countries from recognizing the Confederacy and to aid in recruiting military expertise for the Union..

12/23/2025

Nollaig Shona Duit.

A simple Irish phrase, but it carries so much more than just “Merry Christmas”.

It is the sound of home, spoken in kitchens, pubs, and front rooms across Ireland. It is said quietly, said with a hug, or shouted across a room full of family you have not seen in far too long.

Whether you are in the U.S.A., or Ireland or on the other side of the world this Christmas , this one is for you.

Buíochas dílis agus áthas síoraí.
Sincere gratitude and lasting joy.

From all of us at The Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division One - Atlantic County, New Jersey, may this Christmas bring a little bit of home, wherever you are.