PARISH NEWSLETTER SUNDAY 28th JULY 2013
ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH, BALLYHAUNIS
Dedicated 1909
Masses:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10.00
Saturday Evening Vigil: 7.30. Sunday: 10.00 & 12.00.
Confessions: Before Sat. Evening Mass
Adoration: Wed. & Thurs. 3.00 – 7.00pm. Friday 10.30am. - 9.00pm.
Newsletter on line: ballyhaunislife.com www.mylocalnews.ie
Parish Priest: Fr. Stephen Farragher 9630006 / 087-9210305
Email:
Emergency numbers: Knock: 9388100. Fr. Feeney: 9640155.
Fr. McGuinness: 9380203
ANNIVERSARY MASSES 29th JULY - 4th AUGUST
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 10.00am. Saturday 7.30pm.
Pat O Brien, Gurrane & deceased of Connell Family, Redford & Manchester.
Jimmy Flanagan & deceased, Ballindrehid.
Joe & Bridie Byrne & deceased, Johnstown.
Michael Cunnane, Scrigg.
Pat Forde, Upper Main St.
Howard Morley, Derrymore
Sunday, Aug 4th 10.00am Month’s Mind
Mary Morley, Clagnagh
READERS & MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST 3/4 AUGUST
7.30pm. 10.00am. 12.00
Michael Goulding Ann Powers Eileen Jordan
Paul Sykes Mary Freeley Dympna Greally
Kieran Jenkinson Ger Donnellan Patsy Flanagan
Joe Byrne Mary Keane Jana Jurakova
Readers:
Michael Egan Mary Finan Mike Byrne
COLLECTORS FOR AUGUST
Pat Devine James Sloyan Peter McCafferty
Jimmy Donnelly Martin Finan Vincent Higgins
Seamus Mulrennan Anthony Plunkett Seamus Coffey
Michael Nolan John Regan Liam Lyons
WEEKDAY READERS
Monday: Jarlath Fahey
Tuesday: Matt O’Dwyer
Wednesday: Mary Donnelly
Friday: Joan Harris
Offertory Collection €2,080
Please pray for
Shay Webb, Chicago & Main St.
Ita Cox, Erritt, Carrowbehy, mother of Bridie Sloyan, Brackloon North
THE GATHERING PAGEANT: Meeting on Thursday 1st August at 8.00pm. in the Parochial Hall. Lots of help will be needed on the day and preparing for the various events, so anyone with an interest in taking part is welcome.
Youth 2000 Summer Festival: Cistercian College, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary, Thursday 15th—Sunday 18th August 2013. For young people aged 16-35, an opportunity not to be missed to experience the Catholic faith and meet many new people. This festival has been nicknamed “Holy Oxygen” with over 1000 young people from all corners of Ireland attending last year. The festival is donation only. Free buses available from towns throughout Ireland. For more info and to book online see www.youth2000.ie or phone 01 6753690.
Convent of Mercy School Photography Exhibition: Class photographs from the Convent of Mercy school are sought for photography exhibition which will take place in the Friary during National Heritage Week from 17 to 25 August. Please contact Joan Flanagan: 086 1511269;
Croagh Patrick. Today is Reek Sunday & Mass is celebrated on the summit every half hour from 8:00am., with the final Mass at 2:00pm. Confessions will be heard continuously from 7:30am. – 2.00pm.
Recycling of Elecrical items & batteries. Recycling day for old electrical items and batteries in Ballyhaunis. WEEE Ireland will hold a special recycling event for householders at Knox Street car park, from 10.00am-4.00pm on Saturday 3rd August 2013.Any old electrical items, batteries and energy saving light bulbs will be accepted free at this event. For further information contact Sharon Cameron Environment Section, Mayo County Council 094 9047360 or e mail
Scouts meeting:A meeting with Mr. Noel Leahy, the Provincial Support Officer with Scouting Ireland will take place this coming Wednesday 31stJuly in the Family Resource Centre Offices at the Friary House, St. Mary’s Abbey to discuss the possibility of re-establishing the Scouts in Ballyhaunis. This morning time meeting (9.30am) is open to anyone who would like to find out more information and who would be interested in helping in the future.
Healing Retreat: John Pridmore and St. Patrick’s Community will lead a retreat in Ards Friary, Creeslough, Co. Donegal from 9th to 11th August. This is an opportunity to receive immense healing and spiritual renewal. For further information and bookings contact Ards Friary on 074 – 913 8909. All are welcome.
Swimming lessons with Irish Water Safety commence Monday 29th July in Ballyhaunis Swimming Pool. To register leave your name at the pool office Monday-Sunday 2.30 - 5.00pm. phone 086-3964450, 086-8902996 or 087-6423087.
Urlaur Abbey Pattern. Sunday Aug. 4t. Mass @ 12.30 followed by Sports, Music Competitions & soccer. Fancy dress & fun for all the family. Music by Loch N Gabhair Céilí Band, Olwyn Murray and the Towey Family. Social in Urlaur Community Centre on Sunday night. Music by the Outsiders.
Community Action on Dementia in Mayo are now recruiting “Dementia Friend“ volunteers to get involved in one or more of the following areas: Befriending & Listening, Social clubs, Recreational activities, Driving, Event support, Awareness raising, Alzheimer Café. This is an opportunity for volunteers throughout the County to become an ambassador for Dementia within their local community. For further information contact: Frances Maloney on 086 8366312 or Brenda Mc Nicholas on 086 0205619.
Pastoral Council Newsletter/booklet is being distributed free of charge at all Masses this weekend. Please take a copy.
PARISH NEWSLETTER SUNDAY 21st JULY 2013
ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH, BALLYHAUNIS
Dedicated 1909
Masses:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10.00
Saturday Evening Vigil: 7.30. Sunday: 10.00 & 12.00.
Confessions: Before Sat. Evening Mass
Adoration: Wed. & Thurs. 3.00 – 7.00pm. Friday 10.30am. - 9.00pm.
Newsletter on line: ballyhaunislife.com www.mylocalnews.ie
Parish Priest: Fr. Stephen Farragher 9630006 / 087-9210305
Email:
Emergency numbers: Knock: 9388100. Fr. Feeney: 9640155.
Fr. McGuinness: 9380203
ANNIVERSARY MASSES 22nd - 28th JULY
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 10.00am. Saturday 7.30pm.
Paddy & Bridie Brennan, Upper Main St.
Val & Olive Waldron & decd. Cave
Michael A. & Nora Keane, Annagh
John, Anne, Sean & Andy Glynn, Carrownedan
Michael O’Connell, Upper Main St.
John Grady, Tooreen
Pat O’Brien, Gurrane & decd. of the Connell Family, Redford & Manchester
John & Mary Lyons, Spaddagh
Agnes & James Caulfield, Bohogue
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Sunday 10.00 Month’s Mind
Paddy Laffey, Abbey St.
READERS & MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST 27/28 JULY
7.30pm. 10.00am. 12.00
Mary Goulding Margie Gallagher Mary Ryan
Seamus Mulrennan Kay Curley Patricia Plunkett
Justina Lyons Margaret Tarpey Paula Grogan
Mary T. Griffin Frances Gaffney Orla Moran
Readers:
Liam Lynskey Tommy Caulfield Elizabeth Jordan
WEEKDAY READERS
Monday: Patricia Plunkett
Tuesday: Sr. Rosario Waldron
Wednesday: Mike Byrne
Friday: Christina Concannon
Offertory Collection €1,915
Please pray for
Shay Webb, Chicago & Main St.
THE GATHERING PAGEANT: Thanks to all who attended the meeting on Thursday night where a number of ideas on celebrating the Christian heritage and the diversity of our parish were discussed and explored. A further meeting will be held on Thursday 1st August at 8.00pm. in the Parochial Hall. Lots of help will be needed, on the day and preparing for the various events so anyone with an interest in taking part is welcome.
Convent of Mercy School Photography Exhibition: Class photographs from the Convent of Mercy school are sought for photography exhibition which will take place in the Friary during National Heritage Week from 17 to 25 August. Please contact Joan Flanagan: 086 1511269;
Fatima & Shrines of Portugal Pilgrimage: Sept 26th. 7 nights. Details from John B at 093-28337 or Therese at 01 2410822 or see Irish Catholic.
Croagh Patrick - Where the Year of Faith & THE Gathering meet: Throughout the country and throughout the world the Church is celebrating the Year of Faith, as indeed throughout the country The Gathering is being celebrated. In Croagh Patrick, the two have come together, with local church and civil authorities as well as a band of volunteers from the local community coming together to celebrate Reek Week 2013 - 22nd to 28th July. The traditional Reek Sunday pilgrimage has been extended to a week long celebration, with Mass being celebrated on the summit each day during the week. Those who register to climb the mountain on pilgrimage from Monday – Saturday will be able to avail of a specially commissioned Certificate of Completion. Pilgrims will also receive a pocket-sized prayer card containing the traditional Stations of the Reek and a specially composed Pilgrim’s Prayer. The church on the summit of Croagh Patrick is open daily during July and August, giving pilgrims the opportunity to come in, say a prayer and light a candle. On Reek Sunday Mass will be celebrated on the summit every half hour from 8:00am., with the final Mass at 2:00pm. Confessions will be heard continuously from 7:30am. – 2.00pm.
Thanks: Michael Goulding wishes to thank all who supported the coffee morning and cake sale in aid of the children’s pilgrimage to Lourdes. The amount raised to date is €1,000.
Tooreen Gathering weekend Friday 26th - Sunday 28th July: Traditional concert on Friday night in Tooreen Hall starting at 8.30pm. Novelty hurling games in the new pitch on Saturday 27th & inter-club Tug-o-war in the Hall followed by dance. The weekend will draw to a close on Sunday 28th with a family sports day on the old hurling pitch.
Mayo Cancer Support Association: A Support Group meeting for people living with or surviving cancer will take place at Rock Rose House, Castlebar on Thursday 25th July at 7.00pm. More information from 094 9038407.
Healing Retreat: John Pridmore and St. Patrick’s Community will lead a retreat in Ards Friary, Creeslough, Co. Donegal from 9th to 11th August. This is an opportunity to receive immense healing and spiritual renewal. For further information and bookings contact Ards Friary on 074 – 913 8909. All are welcome.
Swimming lessons with Irish Water Safety commence Monday 29th July in Ballyhaunis Swimming Pool. To register leave your name at the pool office Monday-Sunday 2.30 - 5.00pm. phone 086-3964450, 086-8902996 or 087-6423087.
Western Alzheimers has vacancies on a Community Employment Scheme for Care Assistants in all areas of Co. Mayo as part of their In Home Support Service. FAS Criteria applies. Applications & more information contact Maureen Burke, Western Alzheimers, Ballindine, Claremorris Co. Mayo Phone: 094 93 64900.
Community Action on Dementia in Mayo are now recruiting “Dementia Friend“ volunteers to get involved in one or more of the following areas: Befriending & Listening, Social clubs, Recreational activities, Driving, Event support, Awareness raising, Alzheimer Café. This is an opportunity for volunteers throughout the County to become an ambassador for Dementia within their local community. For further information contact: Frances Maloney on 086 8366312 or Brenda Mc Nicholas on 086 0205619.
PARISH NEWSLETTER SUNDAY 14th JULY 2013
ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH, BALLYHAUNIS
Dedicated 1909
Masses:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10.00
Saturday Evening Vigil: 7.30. Sunday: 10.00 & 12.00.
Confessions: Before Sat. Evening Mass
Adoration: Wed. & Thurs. 3.00 – 7.00pm. Friday 10.30am. - 9.00pm.
Newsletter on line: ballyhaunislife.com www.mylocalnews.ie
Parish Priest: Fr. Stephen Farragher 9630006 / 087-9210305
Email:
Emergency numbers: Knock: 9388100. Fr. Feeney: 9640155.
Fr. McGuinness: 9380203
ANNIVERSARY MASSES 15th - 21st JULY
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 10.00am. Saturday 7.30pm.
Betty Regan, Lecarrow
Carmel, Katie & Thomas Johnston, Knox St.
Michael Waldron, Cave
Frank Garside & decd. Agloragh
Tom & Teresa Melly, Upper Main St.
Arthur & Bridget Prenty & decd. Knock Rd.
Thomas & Delia Glynn, Upper Main St.
Patrick, Nora & Michael Cleary, Johnstown
Decd. of the Dyer, Waldron, Franz & Morrison Families
Sr. Louise Nolan, D.C. Aghamore
John Cosgrave, Kilvine, Irishtown
Peter & Delia Costello, Corofin
Patrick Molloy, Gurrane
Kitty Mitchell, Knox St.
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Saturday 10.00 First Anniversary
Mary Finn, Devlis
READERS & MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST 20/21 JULY
7.30pm. 10.00am. 12.00
Jacinta Flynn Matt O’Dwyer Ann Nestor
Jenny Glynn Mary Murphy Helen Meehan
Tim Byrne Kathleen Walsh Breda Davis
Frances Mulhern Mary Burke Betty Coen
Readers:
James Reidy Willie Ryan Geraldine Collins
WEEKDAY READERS
Monday: Jarlath Fahey
Tuesday: Matt O’Dwyer
Wednesday: Mary Donnelly
Friday: Joan Harris
Offertory Collection €2,010
Please pray for
Monica Thomas, nee Byrne, Kent, UK & formerly Bridge St., sister of Rita (Galway), Hannah (USA), & Noreen (Cambridge).
Eamon O’Reilly, Kill o’the Grange Dublin & formerly Woodpark, father of Cathal O’Reilly, Devlis
CEMETERY MASS: The annual Cemetery Mass will be celebrated this Sunday 14th July at 3.00pm. in the cemetery. The cemetery committee would like to thank everyone for their generous donations to the annual cemetery maintenance collection.
Please join John Pridmore, Fr. Michael Ross, the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal and Pro Life Groups for an evening of Prayer and Mass of Reparation on Saturday 20th July at 7:30pm in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, Knock.
THE GATHERING: One of the unique aspects of Ballyhaunis is the amount of nationalities that are represented in our community. This, along with our Christian heritage, is something worth celebrating. Plans are currently under way to celebrate our heritage and diversity on Sunday August 25th on the annual Abbey Pattern Day. Events will commence at Holywell where tradition tells us that St. Patrick baptised the first Christians, and will end at the Friary grounds. Lots of help will be needed, on the day and preparing for the various events. All who are interested in becoming involved are invited to a meeting in the Parochial Hall on Thursday night next, 18th July at 8.00pm.
SINCERE THANKS to all who contributed to the Priests’ Summer Collection.
Tochar Phádraig Pilgrim Walk - A unique Pilgrim Journey with a difference - from Ballintubber Abbey to Croagh Patrick takes place on Reek Sunday 28th July departing the Abbey at 8.30am.
Events at Esker Retreat Centre, Athenry- July 27th: Edith Stein /St. Teresa
Benedicta of the Cross by Richard Tobin C.Ss.R.
July 28th: Out of the Stars - This day will focus on the amazing story of the universe and our place in this awesome story. Facilitator Sr. Kathleen Glennon RSM.
Aug 2nd -4th: A weekend by Diarmuid ó Murchú on Adult Faith. Explores a new vision and approaches that nurture a mature faith. Contact 091-844549 or www.redemptoristsesker.ie
Ballyhaunis Men's Shed is now open from 10.00am to 2.00pm Monday to Friday, located at Quinn's Commercial Unit, Main Street, (entrance behind Eddie Murphy’s). Just pop round for a cuppa and a chat - you will be guaranteed a warm welcome. For any further information please contact Patrick on 086 0358066, Email:
COFFEE MORNING & CAKE SALE: Sunday 14th July after both Masses in Paddy Phillips' Bar, Main St. Funds raised will aid sick children and their families to go on pilgrimage to Lourdes with a group that Michael Goulding, Doctor's Road has travelled with for the past 9 years.
Ballyhaunis 5k takes place on Tuesday 16th July at 8.00pm starting at The Rugby Pitch, Doctor’s Road followed by end of series party and dinner. All runners, walkers, joggers welcome. Volunteers required for stewarding. Enquiries to Martin Fitzmaurice 087 2455989.
Swimming lessons with Irish Water Safety commence Monday 29th July in Ballyhaunis Swimming Pool. To register leave your name at the pool office Monday-Sunday 2.30 - 5.00pm. phone 086-3964450, 086-8902996 or 087-6423087.
BALLYHAUNIS GAAthering: Due to the overwhelming response to the appeal for GAA memorabilia etc. the planned exhibition and re-union to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Club’s 1988 county intermediate victory will now go ahead on Saturday 31st August. Items for inclusion in the exhibition are still being accepted. Contact Seamus Caulfield, Johnny Biesty or Tommy Caulfield or phone 9631400. Further details to follow shortly.
BRI Brain Injury Support Meeting - Monday 15th July from 7.30pm - 9.00pm in Le Cheile Family Resource Centre, Tucker St, Castlebar. This meeting is for people who have experienced a Stroke, Aneurism, or been in a car accident and as a result have a brain injury, and offers support in their present circumstances. For more information call 087 1685554.
PARISH NEWSLETTER SUNDAY 7th JULY 2013
ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH, BALLYHAUNIS
Dedicated 1909
Masses:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10.00
Saturday Evening Vigil: 7.30. Sunday: 10.00 & 12.00.
Confessions: Before Sat. Evening Mass
Adoration: Wed. & Thurs. 3.00 – 7.00pm. Friday 10.30am. - 9.00pm.
Newsletter on line: ballyhaunislife.com www.mylocalnews.ie
Parish Priest: Fr. Stephen Farragher 9630006 / 087-9210305
Email:
Emergency numbers: Knock: 9388100. Fr. Feeney: 9640155.
Fr. McGuinness: 9380203
ANNIVERSARY MASSES 8th - 14th JULY
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10.00am. Saturday 7.30pm.
Molly Concannon, Main St.
Joe Greene, Main St.
Patrick Morley, Woodpark
Joe Callaghan, Kilmovee
Mary & John Fitzmaurice, Mountain & David Fitzmaurice, Forthill
Stephen Griffin, Tavanaghmore
Oliver Mullarkey, Tullaghane
Kathleen & Peter Regan, Agloragh
Mona Gilmore, Dublin & Brickens (Month’s Mind Saturday 7.30pm.)
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Saturday 10.00 First Anniversary
Val O’Dowd, Station Rise
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Sunday 10.00 Month’s Mind
Mary Fitzgerald, Bridge St.
READERS & MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST 13/14 JULY
7.30pm. 10.00am. 12.00
Noreen Gallagher Mary T. Griffin Bernie Lyons
Marina Coyne Cait Webb Helene McCafferty
Marion Regan Mary Sykes Rosaleen Kelly
John Dillon Ann Murphy Maura Fitzmaurice
Readers:
Pat Curley Judy Davitt Joan Flanagan
COLLECTORS FOR JULY
Hugh Rudden Peter Gallagher Bernie Quinn
Michael Egan Gabriel Smith Michael Cameron
Padraic Regan Mike Griffin Tom Finn
Kieran Connolly Oliver Cribbin Bernie Joe Lyons
WEEKDAY READERS
Monday: Patricia Plunkett
Tuesday: Sr. Rosario Waldron
Wednesday: Mike Byrne
Friday: Christina Concannon
Offertory Collection €1,860
Please pray for
Mary Byrne, Knock & formerly Doctor’s Road
Seamus Freeley, Balham, London & Scrigg, brother of Eileen Lyons, Spaddagh
Noel Lyons, Monasterboice, Co. Louth & Knox St.
CEMETERY MASS: The annual Cemetery Mass will be celebrated on Sunday 14th July at 3.00pm. in the cemetery.
COFFEE MORNING & CAKE SALE: Sunday 14th July after both Masses starting at 10.30am. in Paddy Phillips' Bar, Main St. Funds raised will aid sick children and their families to go on pilgrimage to Lourdes with a group that Michael Goulding, Doctor's Road has travelled with for the past 9 years.
Mayo Athletic Club: Last two 5k races taking place from Brickens Community Centre on Tuesday 9th July and Ballyhaunis Rugby Club on Tues. 16th July, both at 8.00pm. Ballyhaunis race is followed by an end of series party with dinner. All levels of fitness welcomed, walk, jog or run.
Citizens Information SERVICE: In the Family Resource Centre, Friary House on Monday 8th July from 10.00am until 12noon.
BALLYHAUNIS TIDY TOWNS; Meeting in the Parochial Hall on Wednesday 10th July at 8.00pm. New members welcome.
BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: The clinic for the Balyhaunis area will be held in the Connacht GAA Offices, Cloonacurry, Bekan on Thursday 11th July from 5.00 - 8.30pm.
Abbey Pattern: This year’s Pattern will be held on the last Sunday of August (25th). The Annual General Meeting of the Committee appointed the following officers for this year’s Pattern: Martin Walshe - Chairperson, Brendan Donnellan - Treasurer, Stephen Grogan - Secretary. Anyone interested in helping to prepare this year’s Pattern should contact any of the above or leave a message for them at the Family Resource Centre on 9630031. Letters seeking sponsorship will be sent out shortly.
CONCERN thanks the collectors and those who contributed to their recent collection which amounted to €1,165.
GLÓR NA nÓG AGHAMORE: 5 Day Summer Camps running July 22nd to 26th and August 19th to 23rd. Lots of fun daily from 11.00am to 3.00pm. Cost €45 per week and includes a hot meal each day. Daily rates and family discounts available. Limited places - call Lorraine or Angela on 094-9370833 for enquiries & bookings.
Mayo Volunteer Centre will hold an outreach in Ballyhaunis library on Friday 12th July from 3.00 -5.00pm. If you are interested in volunteering or are a not for profit organisation that involves volunteers the Centre can provide information and support. For more details call: 087-7555899 or log on to www.volunteermayo.ie.
Easter Sunday DAWN MASS 2013: DVDs of the Dawn Mass are available in the sacristy this weekend for those who ordered copies. Cost €15.
Year of Faith Pilgrimage to Rome, Assisi, San Giovanni Rotondo & Benevento, 12th -21st August (10 Days) Spiritual Director Fr Ray Flaherty, contact Sr Anne Marie 086-8683619. Limited places remaining.
‘Living with suicide’ As part of their Life’s Journey Series, Lough Derg offers a one day workshop titled ‘Living With Suicide' on Wednesday 25th September. This day is for adults who have been affected by suicide, either through personal loss or with suicidal ideation, for those ministering to the suicide bereaved or working in support services. Contact Maureen in Lough Derg Office, Pettigo, Co Donegal. Tel: 071-9861518 or email:
PARISH NEWSLETTER SUNDAY 30th JUNE 2013
ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH, BALLYHAUNIS
Dedicated 1909
Masses:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10.00
Saturday Evening Vigil: 7.30. Sunday: 10.00 & 12.00.
Confessions: Before Sat. Evening Mass
Adoration: Wed. & Thurs. 3.00 – 7.00pm. Friday 10.30am. - 9.00pm.
Newsletter on line: ballyhaunislife.com www.mylocalnews.ie
Parish Priest: Fr. Stephen Farragher 9630006 / 087-9210305
Email:
Emergency numbers: Knock: 9388100. Fr. Feeney: 9640155.
Fr. McGuinness: 9380203
ANNIVERSARY MASSES 1st - 7th JULY
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10.00am. Saturday 7.30pm.
John & Jane Fitzmaurice, Derrynacong
Joseph Tighe & decd. Main St. & Aisling Drive
James, Mary & Maureen Mullarkey, Bohogue
Margaret & Michael Lyons, Carrowkeel
Mary Hussey & Tommy O’Dowd, Holywell
Mary Kelly & decd. Tooraree
Jane Shaw, Kent, England
John, Kathleen & Miko Morley, Arderry
Michael Keegan (Snr.) & decd. Ballyhaunis
Tony & Nell Waldron & decd. Holywell
Mike Tarmey, Walter & Marcella Fallon, Holywell
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Sunday 10.00 Month’s Mind
Joe Grogan, Knockbrack
READERS & MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST 6/7 JULY
7.30pm. 10.00am. 12.00
Joe Byrne Teresa Healy Jana Jurakova
Irene Healy Helen Freeley Ann Carney
Christy Ruane P. J. Smyth Margaret Byrne
Brigid Lynskey Geraldine Murphy Rita Lundon
Readers:
Kevin Henry Sr. Rosario Waldron Frank Browne
COLLECTORS FOR JULY
Hugh Rudden Peter Gallagher Bernie Quinn
Michael Egan Gabriel Smith Michael Cameron
Padraic Regan Mike Griffin Tom Finn
Kieran Connolly Oliver Cribbin Bernie Joe Lyons
MASS SERVERS FOR JULY
Amy Keane Lora Dimatrova Gillian Donnellan
Rachel Dillon Kevin Durkan Jack McGolderick
Grace Omotayo Simon McDonagh Maeve Donnellan
Tamara Squires Cian Walsh Lorna Davis
Auredas Armonavicius Shaun Morley Tommie Cleary
WEEKDAY READERS
Monday: Jarlath Fahey
Tuesday: Matt O’Dwyer
Wednesday: Mary Donnelly
Friday: Joan Harris
Offertory Collection €2,022
Please pray for
Paddy Laffey, Abbey St.
Mary Morley, Clagnagh
Tom Galvin, Manchester, brother –in-law of Anne Flanagan, Clare Court
Terry McCafferty, Belfast, brother of Peter McCafferty, Doctor’s Road
CEMETERY MASS: The annual Cemetery Mass will be celebrated on Sunday 14th July at 3.00pm. in the cemetery.
RALLY FOR LIFE: Bus leaving the Square at 9.30am. on Saturday 6th July for Rally for Life in Dublin. Your support is vital. Cost of bus is donation only. To book a seat contact Joan on 087-9420813 or Eileen on 086-1785160.
Brackloon SCHOOL Re-Union: Launch of Dinner Dance takes place at Coney Island Bar on Friday 5th July at 9.00 pm. Tickets will be available on the night. There will also be a full update on progress to date and plans, all are welcome to attend.
Convent of Mercy School Photography Exhibition: Class photographs from the Convent of Mercy school are sought for photography exhibition which will take place in the Friary during National Heritage Week from 17 to 25 August 2013. Please contact Joan Flanagan: 086 1511269;
Esker Retreat Centre: Fr. Sean Moore. C.Ss.R, 2 day retreat July 13th/14th 2013. 13th July a day on "Everyday Spirituality" exploring the sacredness of everyday ordinary life and to become more in tune with our true selves and with everything around us. July 14th "Ways of Christian Meditation" exploring Body Prayer, the Jesus Prayer, and praying with Icons. Learning how to take times of stillness in the busyness of everyday living. 10am- 5pm each day. Contact Esker, Athenry 091-844549 or 844007 www.redemptoristsesker.ie
Ballyhaunis town FC will hold a meeting on Monday next 1st July at 7.00pm, at the Ballyhaunis town FC grounds in Station Rise, with a view to setting up an under 12 soccer team. All interested parents welcome to attend.
IRISH WHEELCHAIR ASSOCIATION thanks all who contributed to their recent collection which amounted to €853.
free family fun day in Breaffy House Events arena, Castlebar, Sunday, July 7th from 12.00-5.00pm. Contact 087-4129731 for further information.
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes, August 7th -13th led by Archbishop Neary. Contact Sheila at 086-8664633.
Seosamh MacGabhann Summer School: Registration for the 3rd Seosamh Mac Gabhann Summer School takes place on Monday (July 1st) in Kilmovee Community Centre at 9am for morning classes and 1.30pm for afternoon classes.
PARISH NEWSLETTER SUNDAY 23rd JUNE 2013
ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH, BALLYHAUNIS
Dedicated 1909
Masses:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10.00
Saturday Evening Vigil: 7.30. Sunday: 10.00 & 12.00.
Confessions: Before Sat. Evening Mass
Adoration: Wed. & Thurs. 3.00 – 7.00pm. Friday 10.30am. - 9.00pm.
Newsletter on line: ballyhaunislife.com www.mylocalnews.ie
Parish Priest: Fr. Stephen Farragher 9630006 / 087-9210305
Email:
Emergency numbers: Knock: 9388100. Fr. Feeney: 9640155.
Fr. McGuinness: 9380203
ANNIVERSARY MASSES 24th - 30th JUNE
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10.00am. Saturday 7.30pm.
Anne McGuane, Knock & Ballyhaunis
Joe Burke, Doctor’s Road & Fr. Kevin de Loughrey, Trinidad
Michael & Margaret Flannery & decd. Loughrea
Martin & Michael A. Lyons & decd. Annagh
Tom & Kathleen Folliard, Cooloughera
Alfred Webb (Snr.) Tooraree
Paddy Ryan, Hazelhill & Thomas & Ellen Carroll, Drimbane
Katie & Michael Conroy, Claremorris & Philomena Keogh, Dublin
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Sunday 10.00
Memorial: Paddy Lavin, Cong
Month’s Mind: Harry Russell, Eastbourne, England
READERS & MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST 29/30 JUNE
7.30pm. 10.00am. 12.00
Michael Goulding Mary Freeley Eileen Jordan
Mary T. Griffin Ger Donnellan Gosia Cieslikowska
Paul Sykes Mary Keane Dympna Greally
Kieran Jenkinson Breege Halpin Patsy Flanagan
Readers:
Emer Gallagher Norrie Dillon Margaret Monaghan
WEEKDAY READERS
Monday: Patricia Plunkett
Tuesday: Sr. Rosario Waldron
Wednesday: Mike Byrne
Friday: Christina Concannon
Offertory Collection €2,390
Please pray for
Mona Gilmore, Dublin & Brickens
SUMMER COLLECTION: The priests’ summer collection will be gratefully accepted this weekend.
MISSION APPEAL: Fr. Antonio from the Comboni Missionary Society is speaking at all Masses in our church this weekend.
NEW TOILET BLOCK TENDER: Following the successful grant of planning permission for a toilet block adjacent to the church, we are seeking to establish a panel of builders to tender for the proposed works. All interested Building Contractors should forward their contact details to the Parochial House by Friday, June 28th for inclusion on the panel.
NEW DAWN - The summer edition of the Diocesan magazine is available in the church this weekend. Cost €3.
CEMETERY MASS: The annual Cemetery Mass will be celebrated on Sunday 14th July at 3.00pm. in the cemetery.
ACCORD CASTLEBAR: The Accord Centre in Castlebar offers a safe, professional and confidential counselling process, facilitating couples and individuals to explore, reflect upon and resolve difficulties in their marriage and relationships. Contact 094 9022214.
RALLY FOR LIFE: Saturday 6th July in Dublin - your support is vital. To book a seat on a bus contact Eileen on 098-1785160.
Convent of Mercy School Photography Exhibition: Class photographs from the Convent of Mercy school are sought for photography exhibition which will take place in the Friary during National Heritage Week from 17 to 25 August 2013. Please contact Joan Flanagan: 086 1511269;
Junior golf sessions at Ballyhaunis Golf Club on Wednesday June 26th from 10.30am. to 12.30 and every Wednesday for the Summer. All equipment will be provided. Children aged 9 and upwards all welcome. €5 for non-members, no charge for members.
Mayo North East LEADER Partnership Co. will provide Internet Training for Community Groups on “How to Access Leverage Funding” on Thurs. June 27th from 7.00 – 9.15pm. Venue: Family Resource Centre, Friary House. To book a place or for information contact Patricia Crawley, email 087 2135960 or 094 9256745.
Ballyhaunis Swimming Pool will open for the summer 2013 season on Friday 28th June at 2.30. Opening hours Monday - Sunday. 2.30- 5.00pm.
Claremorris Community Radio is looking for new volunteers to help out at the station - opportunities to produce and present programmes or work behind the scenes. Contact Gordon Campbell on 087-0637637/ 094-9373737 or email
Knock Marriage Introductions was set up in 1968 to help people find a suitable marriage partner. Since then it has facilitated 911 marriages with six more planned for this year. For further information visit the website at www.knockmarriageintroductions.com or phone 094-9375960. The office is open two days each week on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Ballinlough Gathering Celebrations: Ballinlough Heritage Group is hosting an illustrated talk on the” Connection of Oscar Wilde and family to the parish of Kiltullagh.” Speaker: Gerard Hanberry – award winning author of ‘More Lives than One’ – the remarkable Wilde family through the generations. Venue: The White House Hotel, Ballinlough, on Thursday 27th June at 8.00pm.
WARMER HOMES SCHEME: Clar ICH invites applications for this scheme which provides free home insulation to eligible applicants. Homes must be owner occupied and constructed before 2002. Applicants must be in receipt of one of the following: (1) Fuel Allowance, (2) Job Seekers Allowance for over 6 months and with children under 7 years of age, (3) Family Income Support. Further details and application forms are available from the Warmer Homes Scheme Team at 094-9371830 or 9373455.
PARISH NEWSLETTER SUNDAY 16th JUNE 2013
ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH, BALLYHAUNIS
Dedicated 1909
Masses:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10.00
Saturday Evening Vigil: 7.30. Sunday: 10.00 & 12.00.
Confessions: Before Sat. Evening Mass
Adoration: Wed. & Thurs. 3.00 – 7.00pm. Friday 10.30am. - 9.00pm.
Newsletter on line: ballyhaunislife.com www.mylocalnews.ie
Parish Priest: Fr. Stephen Farragher 9630006 / 087-9210305
Email:
Emergency numbers: Knock: 9388100. Fr. Feeney: 9640155.
Fr. McGuinness: 9380203
ANNIVERSARY MASSES 17th - 23rd JUNE
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10.00am. Saturday 7.30pm.
John Cruise, Knockbrack
Brendan Hoban, Lisbane
John & Kathleen Fleming, Lavallyroe
Pat, Mary Ellen & Patrick Regan, Derrynacong
Carmel Johnston & decd. Knox St.
Sean Durkan, Abbey St.
Paddy Phillips, Main St.
Jackie & Rita Toolan, Knockanarra
Tom & Lily Moran, Main St.
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Sunday 10.00 Month’s Mind
Pado Moran, Ballindrehid
READERS & MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST 22/23 JUNE
7.30pm. 10.00am. 12.00
Frances Mulhern Kay Curley Mary Ryan
Mary Goulding Margaret Tarpey Patricia Plunkett
Seamus Mulrennan Frances Gaffney Paula Grogan
Justina Lyons Ann Powers Orla Moran
Readers:
Patricia Uí Shuilleabháin John Halpin Frank Browne
WEEKDAY READERS
Monday: Jarlath Fahey
Tuesday: Matt O’Dwyer
Wednesday: Mary Donnelly
Friday: Joan Harris
Please pray for
Mary Fitzgerald, Bridge St.
Mary Tarpey, Harrow, Middlesex, niece of Jim McLoughlin, Carrowreagh
Tommy Joe Boyle, Birmingham & Clagnaugh, uncle of Mary Donnelly
Offertory Collection €2,185
NEW DAWN - The summer edition of the Diocesan magazine is available in the church this weekend. Cost €3.
SUMMER COLLECTION: The priests’ summer collection will be gratefully accepted next weekend. Distributors of envelopes are kindly asked to collect the envelopes from the sacristy after any of the Masses this weekend.
NEW TOILET BLOCK TENDER: Following the successful grant of planning permission for a toilet block adjacent to the church, we are seeking to establish a panel of builders to tender for the proposed works. All interested Building Contractors should forward their contact details to the Parochial House by Friday, June 28th for inclusion on the panel.
Summer RUAH Retreat: Elation Ministries have organised a retreat for young people (18-35 yrs) in Knock from Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd June. Elation Ministries are a group of young people from all over Ireland who have come together to share the good news of the gospel through music and song. Fr. Michael Duignan, Chaplain, St. Angela’s College, Sligo will lead the retreat. The retreat is non-residential but special rates for participants will be available in local hotels and B&Bs. The theme of the retreat is “ Be still and know that I am God”. Pre-booking is essential as places are limited. Cost €50. For more information on the Elation Summer RUAH retreat or Elation Ministries, please visit www.elationministries.com or phone 087-9404299.
MAYO ATHLETIC CLUB: The 4th Annual Mayo AC 5k Series of five races starts on Tuesday evening 18th June and continues on the following four Tuesdays, all at 8.00pm sharp. June 18: Castlebar, Registration at Harlequin Hotel, June 25: Claremorris Athletic Track, July 2: Ballinrobe - Soccer pitch, July 9: Brickens - Community Centre, July 16: Ballyhaunis - Rugby Club, followed by end of series party. Online entry is open until 17 June at www.runireland.com €30 for 5 races and post race party - entry for any one event €7. As usual the Series is open to all, but with an emphasis on Fit4Life runners, joggers and walkers. All are welcome.
Ballyhaunis Swimming Pool will open for the summer 2013 season on Friday 28th June at 2.30. Opening hours Monday - Sunday. 2.30- 5.00pm.
Ballyhaunis Men’s Shed - New opening hours: Ballyhaunis Men's Shed is now open from 10.00am. to 2.00pm. Monday to Friday located at Quinn's Commercial Unit, Main Street, (entrance behind Eddie Murphy's). The group is still appealing for all kinds of donations which can be dropped off at the Men's Shed Building. Contact Patrick on 086-0358066.
Pieta House would like to thank all who took part in Darkness into Light 2013 - their flagship fundraising and awareness event which took place in 20 locations around the country and was a resounding success. They hope you enjoyed the walk and look forward to seeing you again next year.
WARMER HOMES SCHEME: Clar ICH invites applications for this scheme which provides free home insulation to eligible applicants. Homes must be owner occupied and constructed before 2002. Applicants must be in receipt of one of the following: (1) Fuel Allowance, (2) Job Seekers Allowance for over 6 months and with children under 7 years of age, (3) Family Income Support. Further details and application forms are available from the Warmer Homes Scheme Team at 094-9371830 or 9373455.
Annual Seosamh Mac Gabhann Summer School will take place in Kilmovee from 30th June to 1st July. Classes in traditional instruments, sean nós dancing, traditional singing and Comhrá Gaeilge. Contact Kilmovee FRC 094 9649814.
We wish all the fathers in our parish a very happy Father’s Day.