Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Parish in White Hills was full on Sunday as the parish celebrated Father Ted Harte’s golden jubilee.

The church, which is being renovated, was decorated with gold balloons and letters spelling out the message, “Fr Ted Harte 50 years of priesthood.” 

The congregation applauded as their much loved parish priest of 36 years concluded his homily.

Fr Harte took the opportunity to allay fears of his retirement.

“Hopefully when I do retire I’ll get the same reception,” he said.