Church of St. Joseph and St. Brigid, Bóthar Na Naomh, Thurles Golden Jubilee 1971 - 2021
"The need to build a new church is a reflection of the expansion of Thurles town. Now that the builders have finished their work, it remains for us to turn this building into a church. Sure, we can pray to God anywhere, but do we? I want you, in this part of Thurles - especially the young people - to develop a habit of coming in here for personal prayer. I recommend in particular the stations, the Way of the Cross". - The late Archbishop Thomas Morris, who instigated the establishment of the Church of St. Joseph and St. Brigid, Bóthar na Naomh, speaking at the blessing of the Church in October 1971.