The Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ, 2nd June 2013

Kilkenny Eucharistic Procession
The annual Corpus Christi procession will take place in Kilkenny City on this Sunday, 2nd June.  The procession will start at St. John’s Catholic Church at 2.30pm sharp and proceed to St. Mary’s Cathedral for Solemn Benediction. (Please gather at St. John’s Church at 2.15pm to enable the stewards to organise the order of the procession).
Parishioners are invited to participate and a special invite is extended to members of Eucharistic Adoration Groups, St. Joseph’s Young Priests Society, Prayer Groups and our Altar Servers. 
Those who received their first Holy Communion this year are invited to wear their outfits again and to participate in a place of honour in the procession.

 

Worldwide Eucharistic Devotion
The Vatican has asked all cathedrals across the world to organise an hour of Eucharistic adoration during the afternoon of Corpus Christi, Sunday 2nd June.  It is hoped that this will, in many places, coincide with 5.00pm to 6.00pm Rome time enabling the faithful to join Pope Francis in prayer.  This event is part of the Year of Faith and this is the first time in the history of the Church it is taking place.
Bishop Freeman has decided that the Eucharistic Procession will be the official contribution of the Diocese of Ossory to this event.
 

Rosary for Life

Rosary for Life will be held at 3.00pm on next Saturday, 8th June in James’s Green, Kilkenny organised by members of a local Pro Life Group.  Rosary will be followed by Benediction in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

 

Dublin Vigil for Life

On Saturday, 8th June, there will be a Vigil for Life in Merrion Square, Dublin from 3.00pm to 4.00pm.  The Vigil will send a clear, positive message about safeguarding the lives of mothers and babies in pregnancy.  Posters will be provided on the day.  Spread the word to family, friends and anyone you know.  Call 087 266 8702 for bus details.

 

Pray for our Deceased Friends

Recently Deceased: Aideen Flanagan, Castle Gardens. Sr. Mary Buckley, St. John of God Community. Denis Jackman, Walkin Street. Stella Brennan, Dean Cavanagh Place. Margaret Millea, Tullaroan. Dick Cass, Fr. Delahunty Terrace. Joan Fleming, Carlow.

Anniversaries: James Hogan & Madge Bowman (Sat 6.15). John Scott (Sat 7.00). Blánaid Cleere-Manning (Sun 10.00). Richard Ruth (Sun 10.30). Edwin Stallard (Sun 11.00). Gerald Keys (Sun 12.00). Ann & Tony Coyne & Frank Lee (Sun 12.30). Patrick Ryan (Tue 10.30). Patrick Lanigan, Jimmy McGuire. Brian Mahon. Brigid & Michael Carroll. Ellen Mooney. Katie Murray.  Annie Carroll. Catherine Brennan. Joseph (Joe) Curry. James & Mary O’Brien.

Intentions for next weekend: Paddy Noonan (Sat 6.15). Sarah Mullally (Sun 9.30). Frances Kearney (Sun 10.00). Margaret & Patrick Cantwell (Sun 10.30). Margaret McGrath (Sun 11.00). Jim O’Brien (Sun 12.00). Ann Conway, Mary O’Meara, Denis Garrehy, Susan Delaney (Sun 12.30).

 

Eucharistic Ministers Rota

The new Eucharistic Ministers’ rota is now available.  Those who provided email addresses will have received it already. Others are asked to collect rotas at the sacristy in the church in which you minister. 

 

First Friday of June

The first Friday of June occurs this month.  Frs. Roderick and Liam will visit homes at the usual times.  Fr. Dan in not available on this occasion.

 

The Ministry of Altar Server

We are grateful to the many boys and girls who participate in the ministry of serving at the altar during Masses in our parish.  Our parish servers traditionally retire when they enter 1st Year at secondary school.  We believe there is scope for young people to remain with this task for a while longer and would be happy to have servers who are well in their teens.  Come on boys and girls: keep up the good work!

 

Mass at St. Joseph’s, Waterford Road

The Mill Hill Fathers celebrate a Mass in honour of St. Joseph on the first Wednesday of every month. The next Mass will be on Wednesday, 5th June at 8.00pm in the Mill Hill Chapel, St. Joseph’s, Waterford Road.  All are welcome.  Join us if you can.

 

Exam Time has Arrived

We wish all who are sitting examinations peace of mind and quietness of heart at this time.  Be assured of the prayers of the priests and parishioners during the next few weeks.  You will be remembered at all our Masses.

 

Kilkenny Bereavement Support

“A time to meet others bereaved by suicide”

Kilkenny Bereavement Support will hold their monthly meeting for people bereaved by suicide in Villa Maria, Talbots Inch, Kilkenny on Thursday, 6th June at 8.00pm. All are welcome.  For information telephone 056 775 6538.

 

Pilgrimage to Knock

The annual St. Joseph’s Young Priest’s Society pilgrimage to Our Lady’s Shrine at Knock will be held on Saturday, 22nd June.  Bishop Séamus Freeman hopes to accompany the pilgrims.  Coach leaves St. Fiacre’s Church at 7.45am.  For details and booking: 086 833 3029 or 056 776 5887.

 

James Stephens GAA Hitting the Road

A fun 50km and 30km Get Fit Cycle Event for all exercise/keep-fit enthusiasts in Kilkenny will be held on Saturday, 15th June at James Stephens GAA, Larchfield. Time: 11.00a.m.  Registration: 9.30a.m.

 

Manage your Life by Managing your Mind

Revisited with Dr. Fergus Heffernan in Hotel Kilkenny on Monday, 10th June @ 7.00pm. Information and online booking: ragireland.eventbrite.ie Tickets cost: €5 and €10.

 

Church Gate Collection

Collection for the Irish Red Cross this weekend. 

 

Bank Holiday Monday

The only public morning Mass in our parish on Bank Holiday Monday will be at St. Patrick’s Church at 11.00am.

 

Meet the Village Stars Day

On Thursday, 6th June at 7.00pm James Stephens GAA Club will hold a unique event on the Kells Road where the current Village senior stars will train alongside our 200+ juvenile starlets in a one hour session. The new club development will be a buzzing hive of activity as we gather Village teams from U-6 right up to the current seniors. After the session, the Village senior players will meet the juveniles and present a goodie bag and certificate to every child. James Stephens GAA Club appeals to all parents, grandparents, family members and club supporters to come along for what is sure to be a great evening of fun and entertainment.  Please take note: a strict traffic management plan will be in place that evening.  In the interest of safety please adhere to stewards’ instructions and obey parking plan regulations.

 

The Last Rose of Summer

Tickets for the 200th anniversary concert on Saturday, 22nd June at 8.00pm in Jenkinstown Park, Kilkenny are €22.50 at www.ticketmaster.ie. Enquiries: conahyheritagesociety@gmail.com & 087 285 9660.

 

The Kilkenny Campus of NUI Maynooth

We wish all Junior and Leaving Certificate students the very best in their examinations. We send special wishes to the 6th Year students who have taken the historical step of choosing to attend for the 1st year of their BA Degree (MH901) here in Kilkenny (beside St. Kieran’s College). Please feel free to contact the campus if you would like any additional support and/or help with regard to subject options.

 

Loughboy Library

Parent/Toddler Hour and Book Club next Thursday 6th June.  Maths Trail for primary school and children each day in week commencing 10th June.

 

 

 

The Most Holy Trinity, 26th May 2013

Parish Accounts for 2012
The Parish Finance Committee today publishes a summary of the parish accounts for 2012.  Copies are available at the back of the churches this weekend.  As you will see the outcome for the year has been good and we thank sincerely all who continue to generously support the parish and its priests.
While we appreciate the current difficult financial climate we appeal to all parishioners to play a fair part in supporting the parish, its ministries and outreaches by contributing regularly by standing order or through the weekly envelopes.

 

The Most Holy Trinity

This weekend we celebrate the feast of the Most Holy Trinity.  At the heart of God, there is a community of three persons - the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.  This relationship is a sharing of life and love - an instant giving and receiving between three distinct persons. 
We are inserted into the Life of the Trinity.  All that we receive is really gained to be shared again with others; there is no room for individualism. The mystery of the Trinity can be defined as sharing generously with others with the mind of Christ. Without probing the mystery of the Trinity, we try to live the Spirit that it embodies - our Christian relationship with one another.
Jesus speaks of our intimate relationship with the Triune God “Anyone who loves me will heed what I say then my Father will love him and we will come and make our abode with Him” (John 14:33). Again in Ephesians 3:19 “May you be filled with the fullness of God” and “I live not I but Christ lives in me” (Gal 2:20): all that means is that a mystical union exists between God and ourselves. The life of God flows through us. We are His eyes; His heart and speech reaching out to others. We embody Him.

 

Parish Pilgrimage to Knock
The annual St. Patrick’s Parish Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Thursday, 27th June.  Further details in future newsletters.

Kilkenny Eucharistic Procession

To mark the feast of the Body and Blood of Christ the annual Corpus Christi procession will take place in Kilkenny City on next Sunday, 2nd June.  The procession will start at St. John’s Catholic Church at 2.30pm sharp and proceed to St. Mary’s Cathedral for solemn benediction. (Please gather at St. John’s Church at 2.15pm to allow stewards to organise the procession). All parishioners are invited to participate and a special invite is extended to members of Eucharistic Adoration Groups, St. Joseph’s Young Priests Society and Prayer Groups.  Those who received Holy Communion for the first time this year are invited to wear their outfits again and to participate in a place of honour in the procession.
This year’s procession will be held in conjunction with Pope Francis’ request that Catholics throughout the world join with him in Eucharistic Adoration during the afternoon of Corpus Christi.

Rosary for Life

Rosary for Life will be held at 3.00pm on next Saturday, 8th June in James’s Green, Kilkenny organised by members of a local Pro Life Group.  Rosary will be followed by Benediction in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

 

Dublin Vigil for Life
On Saturday, 8th June, there will be a Vigil for Life in Merrion Square, Dublin from 3.00pm to 4.00pm.  The Vigil will send a clear, positive message about safeguarding the lives of mothers and babies in pregnancy.  Posters will be provided on the day.  Spread the word to family, friends and anyone you know.  Call 087 266 8702 for bus details.

Diamond Jubilee Celebrations

Congratulations to Sr. Roch Flood, Sr. Joanne Holohan and Sr. Aloysius Tighe on the celebration of the diamond jubilees of their professions as Sisters of  St. John of God.  Between them these three ladies have given 180 years service to the congregation and the Church.  All in the parish  join in wishing them well: “Ad multos annos

Pray for our Deceased Friends

Recently Deceased: Kathleen Tobin, Switzer’s Home, Castle Road. Denis (Golly) O’Sullivan, Callan. Thérèse O’Connor, Greenfields, Freshford Road. Tommy Malone, Manchester. John O’Connor, Kilmanagh. Nicholas Teehan, Kilmanagh.
Anniversaries: Declan Wylie (Sat 6.15). William Doheny (Sat 7.00). John Cleere (Sun 9.30). Harry Kelly (Sun 10.00). Francie McKenna (Sun 10.30). Francis McNulty (Sun 11.00). Kitty, Tommy & Martin Phelan (Sun 12.00). Ciaran Flood (Sun 12.30).  Dr. William Herlihy (Mon 9.30). Kathleen King (Tue 10.30). Jim Carew (Wed 10.30). Ellen & John Ryan (Fri 10.30). Mary Drennan. Breda Conaboy. Patrick & Kathleen O’Carroll. Tom & Sean Brett. Agnes Dermody. Jim Carew. Joe Hehir. Philip Morrissey. Bridget & Michael Long.  Kathleen King. Mary Lanigan. Tom Crowe. Angela Quigley. Bridget Culleton. Jack Carroll. Margaret Maher. Nora Bambrick. Ellen Maher.
Mass Intentions for Next Weekend: James Hogan & Madge Bowman (Sat 6.15). John Scott (Sat 7.00). Blánaid Cleere-Manning (Sun 10.00). Richard Ruth (Sun 10.30). Edwin Stallard (Sun 11.00). Gerald Keys (Sun 12.00).

Pilgrimage to Knock

The annual St. Joseph’s Young Priests Society pilgrimage to Our Lady’s Shrine at Knock will be held on Saturday, 22nd June.  Bishop Séamus Freeman hopes to accompany the pilgrims. Coach leaves St. Fiacre’s Church at 7.45am.  For details and booking: 086 833 3029 or 056 776 5887.

 

Rith Beo Fun Run (Fundraiser)

Please join us at Gaelscoil Osraí on this Sunday, 26^th May for our 5km & 10km fundraising fun run/walk.  Both races are chipped and leave from the Gaelscoil at 12 noon.  This is an event for all the family.  Registration takes place on Sunday from 10.00am to 11.30am. All proceeds go towards developing an astro-turf surface at the school.

The Quality of Your Life

“The quality of your mental health affects the quality of your life.” GROW is Ireland’s largest mutual help organisation in the area of mental health. Thousands have changed their lives for the better through GROW. There is a group near you. GROW is confidential, non-denominational and open to all. Just come along. Call 1890 474 474. Meeting times: Tuesdays: 10.00am to 12.00noon; Wednesdays: 8.00pm - 10.00pm. Ormonde Home, Barrack Street.

Get Back on your Bike!
Free adult cycling workshops - or a reintroduction to cycling - will take place at Gaelscoil Osraí over three sessions on 30th May and 6th and 13th June from 7.00 and 8.00pm each evening.  The workshops are open to adults and will help you gain the confidence to get back on your bike.  Also included is advice on basic bike maintenance. Call Séamus in Kilkenny Recreation and Sports Partnership on 056 779 4990.

Readers & Eucharistic Ministers

We invite Readers and Eucharistic Ministers to send an email to stpatricksparish@ossory.ie  including your email and/or your mobile telephone number enabling us to update our database and so facilitate easier contact with you.

James Stephens GAA Hitting the Road

A fun 50km and 30km Get Fit Cycle Event for all exercise/keep-fit enthusiasts in Kilkenny will be held on Saturday, 15th June at James Stephens GAA, Larchfield. Time: 11.00a.m.  Registration: 9.30a.m.

Manage your Life by Managing your Mind

Revisited with Dr. Fergus Heffernan in Hotel Kilkenny on Monday, 10th June @ 7.00pm. Information and online booking: ragireland.eventbrite.ie Tickets cost: €5 and €10.

The Last Rose of Summer

Tickets for the 200th anniversary concert on Saturday, 22nd June at 8.00pm in Jenkinstown Park, Kilkenny are €22.50 at www.ticketmaster.ie. Enquiries: conahyheritagesociety@gmail.com & 087 285 9660.

 

 

Penetcost Sunday, 19th May 2013

Congratulations

Many congratulations to  forty one girls in Second Class at St. John of God School who received their First Holy Communion at St. Fiacre’s Church on Saturday morning.

Well done to their parents, family members, teachers, those involved with the Do This in Memory programme and all who were involved in their preparation for the Sacrament.

Baptism in the Spirit

The current ‘Life in the Spirit’ seminar at the Dominican Black Abbey comes to an end this weekend.  The concluding Mass of Baptism in the Spirit will take place at the Abbey at 2.30pm on Sunday.  Prayers and praise from 2.00pm.  All welcome.

Readers and Eucharistic Ministers

Every now and then the Parish Office needs to contact our Readers and Eucharistic Ministers with notices of rosters and special meetings.  It would be very convenient and more efficient if we could forward such information by email or text message.  Thanks to all who responded during the past week.  We again invite Readers and Eucharistic Ministers to send an email to stpatricksparish@ossory.ie  including your email and/or your mobile telephone number enabling us to update our database.

 

Pilgrimage to Knock

The annual St. Joseph’s Young Priests Society pilgrimage to Our Lady’s Shrine at Knock will be held on Saturday, 22nd June.  Anointing of the Sick will be led by Bishop Christopher Jones (Elphin) and the principal concelebrant at Mass will be Archbishop Michael Neary of Tuam.  Fr. Noel O’Sullivan, Maynooth, will preach the homily.  Bishop Séamus Freeman hopes to accompany the pilgrims from Ossory.  Coach leaves St. Fiacre’s Church at 7.45am.  For further details and booking call 086 833 3029 or 056 776 5887.

Parish Pilgrimage to Knock

The annual St. Patrick’s Parish Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Thursday, 27th June.  Further details in future newsletters.

Lough Derg Year of Faith Pilgrimage

Thinking about ways to celebrate the Year of Faith? Why not consider visiting Lough Derg?

One Day Retreats available on 21st, 25th, 26th and 27th May. 

Three Day Pilgrimage every day from Friday, 31st May until Tuesday 13th August.

For information and bookings contact 071 986 1518  or info@loughderg.org. Web: www.loughderg.org

 

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Collection

The monthly collection for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul will be taken up at all Masses this weekend.

 

Kilkenny Pro-life Rosary Rally

A Kilkenny Pro-life Group, with the support of Bishop Freeman, has arranged a Pro-life Rosary Rally at the Statue of Our Lady of Kilkenny, James Green at 3.00pm on Saturday, 8th June.  All are encouraged to attend.

 

Dublin Vigil for Life

On Saturday, 8th June, there will be a Vigil for Life in Merrion Square, Dublin from 3.00pm to 4.00pm.  The Government intends to legalise abortion in July and a large attendance in Merrion Square is essential to oppose this.  The Vigil will send a clear, positive message about safeguarding the lives of mothers and babies in pregnancy.  Posters will be provided on the day.  Please spread the word to family, friends and anyone you know.  Call 087 266 8702 for bus details.

Information Evening

There will be an information night in Castlecomer Community Hall on Friday, 24th May at 8.00pm regarding the forthcoming abortion legislation. This legislation will have a serious impact on forth-coming generations, both in the medical field and especially on the Family unit.

 

Pray for our Deceased Friends

Recently Deceased: Very Rev. Richard Phelan, Pastor Emeritus, Ballycallan; (funeral arrangements to be announced). Bernadette Gannon, Laurel  Court.  Paul (Tootsie) Barry, Ossory Park.  Funeral prayers at Johnston’s Funeral Home at 9.45am followed by removal to St. John’s Church for Requiem Mass at 10.30am.  Burial in St. Kieran’s Cemetery.  Pat Brennan, The Sycamores (Retired Deputy Principal, Colaiste Eamonn  Rís).  Requiem Mass at St. Canice’s Church at 2.00pm on Sunday.  Burial in Freshford.  Tom Walsh, Clara.

Anniversaries: Dave McGrath (Sat 6.15). Sr. Immaculate Purcell (Sat 7.00). Tom & Oliver Kennedy (Sun 9.30). Martin Leahy (Sun 10.00). Ellen Garrehy (Sun 10.30). Patricia Frawley (Sun 11.00). John Coppinger (Sun 12.00). Martin Ryan (Sun 12.30). Joe Davy (Wed 9.30). Bridget Barry (Thurs 9.30). Robert Kenny. Julia Doheny. Patrick Lennon. Noreen McDonald. Anne Carty. Annie Bourke. Molly Owens. Nell Teehan. Kathleen Molloy

Intentions for next weekend: Declan Wylie (Sat 6.15). William Doheny (Sat 7.00). John Cleere (Sun 9.30). Harry Kelly (Sun 10.00). Francie McKenna (Sun 10.30). Francis McNulty (Sun 11.00). Kitty, Tommy & Martin Phelan (Sun 12.00). Ciaran Flood (Sun 12.30).  

 

The Ossory Lourdes Pilgrimage

Led by Bishop Séamus Freeman more than 300 pilgrims will travel from Ossory to Lourdes this week.  Among our group will be 65 sick pilgrims and 46 young people who represent many of the secondary schools in Ossory. In a special way all who helped the pilgrimage, through advertising or donations or in any way, will be remembered in our prayers and when we light the Pilgrimage Candle.

 

Chernobyl Cycle

Register now for the Mary Slattery Memorial Cycle from Cork to Kilkenny on the June Bank Holiday weekend.  Contact: info@chernobylkilkenny.ie 087 280 5059 for further information.

 

Pentecost Sunday

By virtue of our Baptism and Confirmation we too are temples of the Holy Spirit. Yet, this Spirit is not a spirit of weakness or timidity as clearly shown in the imagery and language used by Luke. The Spirit emboldened the Apostles and drove them out of their hiding place to courageously and intrepidly preach the good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ, a message that would ultimately lead to new life, new hope and resurrection.  In the same way, the Spirit by

virtue of its gifts and fruits should enliven our faith, deepen our convictions and strengthen our resolve.

 

Sung Latin Mass for Pentecost

A Sung Latin Mass (1962 Missal and Gregorian Chant) will be celebrated in St. Patrick's Church on this Sunday, 19th May (Pentecost Sunday) at 5.00pm.  All are welcome.

 

Manage your Life by Managing your Mind

Revisited with Dr. Fergus Heffernan in Hotel Kilkenny on Monday, 10th June @ 7.00pm. This is a fun and very informative session, that builds on the suggestions given in Dr. Heffernan’s previous well known talk, and proposes a number of simple strategies that we can implement to boost positive mental health, thus helping us to achieve a greater balance in our lives. Information and online booking: ragireland.eventbrite.ie (Tickets cost: €5 and €10).

 

Dochas Nasamu Orphanage

A used clothing appeal will be held at St. Patrick’s Parish Centre Carpark between 9.00am and 10.30am on Friday, 24th May.  Further information from Marie on 087 689 0995.

 

Loughboy Library

Food Waste Prevention Talk: pick up some money saving tips on Tuesday at 11.00am.

Art Demonstration: learn Paper Marbling on Friday at 11.00am

Irish Circle: Wednesdays at 11.00am & Toddler Hour on Thursday at 11.30am. 

 

 

Kilkenny Eucharistic Procession

The annual Corpus Christi procession will take place in Kilkenny City on Sunday, 2nd June.  Procession will start at St. John’s Church and proceed to St. Mary’s Cathedral.  Those who received Holy Communion for the first time this year are invited to participate.  More information next week.

  

Israel in Egypt

Handel's ‘Israel in Egypt’ performed by Carlow Choral Society and The Dublin Bach Singers.
Conducted by Blánaid Murphy (The Palastrina Choir. Orchestra of St. Cecelia.
Venue is the Pro Cathedral on Sunday 9th June 2013 at 8.00pm. General Admission €25
Tickets 087 640 2437.

 

The Last Rose of Summer

At the 200th anniversary concert on Saturday, 22nd June at 8.00pm in Jenkinstown Park, Kilkenny Anthony Kearns will perform Thomas Moore’s The Last Rose of Summer which was composed in Jenkinstown and first published in 1813.  Tickets are €22.50 at www.ticketmaster.ie. Enquiries: conahyheritagesociety@gmail.com and 087 285 9660.

Information at www.conahyhs.com and Conahy Heritage Society Facebook.  Can also follow on Twitter @conahyhs

Tickets are €22.50, available www.ticketmaster.ie.  

Enquiries: conahyheritagesociety@gmail.com.  Ticket information: Eileen Gunner at 087 285 9660.

 

James Stephens hitting the road

We are running a Family Fun 30km and 50 km Get Fit cycle event for all those exercise/keep fit enthusiasts in Kilkenny and beyond. If you are aged from 12 to adult, you have a bike and helmet you fit the bill! Venue: James Stephens GAA, Larchfield, Kilkenny. Date: Saturday 15th June 2013. Start time: 11.00a.m. Registration: 9.30a.m. - 10.50a.m.  Entry fee €20 per adult, U-16's €10 / Family rate €30 (up to 2) €40 (up to 3).

 

 

 

 

The Ascension of the Lord, 12th May 2013

Congratulations
Many congratulations to 29 boys in Second Class at St. Patricks De La Salle School who received their First Holy Communion at St. Patrick’s Church on Saturday morning. 
We also congratulate 14 pupils from Kilkenny School Project who will receive their First Holy Communion at St. Fiacre’s Church at 12.00 noon Mass on this Sunday today. 
Well done to their parents, family members, teachers, those involved with the Do This in Memory programme and all who were involved in their preparation for the Sacrament.

 

Ossory Faith Fest 2013
The Diocese of Ossory is holding a Faith Fest over this weekend.  By all accounts there was a large attendance at all of the events during Saturday and many more are expected to attend on Sunday.  Have you been to have a look yet?
Much of the weekend’s activities is taking place at St Kieran’s College, celebrating all that is good in the Diocese of Ossory.  Over seventy parishes and organisations in Ossory are represented and the exhibits continue until 5.00pm on Sunday.  The stands provide an opportunity to highlight some of the work and service that is happening in the diocese.  There will be many workshops, talks and lectures, sporting events as well as activities for younger members of the family. 
Full programme on our church notice boards and on www.ossory.ie

 

The Rosary for the Month of May

We invite as many weekday Mass-goers as possible to make a special effort to join in the rosary which is recited before daily Mass at 9.10am in St. Patrick’s Church and 10.10am in St. Fiacre’s Church. 

 

Legion of Mary

The Rosary will be recited at the Grotto, Callan Road, every Sunday for the month of May in honour of Our Lady at 3.00pm.  All are welcome.

Readers & Eucharistic Ministers

Every now and then the Parish Office needs to contact our Readers and Eucharistic Ministers with notices of rosters and special meetings.  It would  be very convenient and more efficient if we could forward such information by email or text message.  With this in mind we invite readers and Eucharistic Ministers to send an email to stpatricksparish@ossory.ie  including your email and/or your mobile telephone number enabling us to update our database. 

St. Patrick’s Parish abides by data protection regulations and we promise your information will be used only for the purposes collected.  

 

Mass of Healing

Bishop Séamus Freeman SAC will celebrate a Healing Mass in St. Mary’s Cathedral on Thursday, 16th May at 7.30pm.  Sr. Briege McKenna OSC will address the congregation.  (At the age of twenty-four, Sr. Briege was miraculously and instantaneously healed during the celebration of the Eucharist and sometime later received, in prayer, the gift of healing for which she has become so widely known.  Her book, Miracles Do Happen has been translated into many languages.)  All are welcome.
 

Coffee Morning & Home Baking Sale

There will be a Coffee Morning and Home Baking Sale at St. Patrick’s Parish Centre on next Friday, 17th May.  Tea/Coffee & fresh home baking treats €5.00.  Raffle on the day.  Proceeds in aid of the conservation and maintenance of St. Canice’s Cathedral and round tower. 
 

Songs of Praise

St Mary’s Church, Inistioge will host a ‘Songs of Praise’ on  12th May at 4.00pm.  Including: The Castlecomer Male Voice Choir, Elspeth Hayes (Soloist),  The Walpole Sisters. Organist: Very Rev Philip J. Knowles (Dean of Cashel).  A wonderful afternoon of music and song followed by refreshments and conversation.  All are welcome and your support would be greatly appreciated. 

 

Pray for our Deceased Friends

Recently Deceased: Joe O’Connor, Assumption Place and late of Patrick Street.  Requiem Mass on Sunday at 10.30am at St. John’s Church. Burial in Foulkstown Cemetery.  Jim Lenehan, Castlecomer Road. Requiem Mass on Sunday at 12.00 noon at St. John’s Church.  Burial in Foulkstown Cemetery.   Christopher Rafter, Bonnettstown.  Requiem Mass on Sunday at 2.00pm at St. Canice’s Church. Burial in Foulkstown Cemetery. Ann Ryan, Kilcreene.  Gretta O’Brien, Dublin. Sean Davin, Dean Cavanagh Place. Sean Dowling, Shandon Park.
Anniversaries: Mick Gaule (Sat 6.15). Anthona Burke (Sat 7.00). Lar Doyle (Sun 10.00). Michael Deegan (Sun 10.30). Paddy O’Connell (Sun 11.00). Gerard Carolan (Sun 12.30). Jim Lanigan (Tue 10.30). Active Retirement Group (Thurs 10.30). Eileen Culleton. Dick Beehan. Mary  Duggan. Margaret Lawlor. Liam Meehan.
Intentions for next weekend: Dave McGrath (Sat 6.15). Sr. Immaculate Purcell (Sat 7.00). Martin Leahy (Sun 10.00). Ellen Garrehy (Sun 10.30). John Coppinger (Sun 12.00). Martin Ryan (Sun 12.30).

 

Kilkenny Alzheimer Society

Represent the Kilkenny Society in the Stoneyford 10K challenge by taking a sponsorship card to raise funds for services for people living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia in Kilkenny. Race takes place on Sunday, 19th May at 12.30pm in Stoneyford Village. Contact Ruth O'Gorman on 056 777 1230 for sponsorship card.

 

College Green
One of the homes has become available at College Green (opposite St. Patrick’s Church). Application forms are at the Parish Office.  Tel: 056 776 4400. 

 

Trocaire Boxes

This is the last week for returning your Trócaire boxes to the Parish Office as we must close the account for this year.  Please return outstanding boxes before Friday of this week.  Many thanks.

 

The Ascension of the Lord

The last we know about people is their death. When Jesus died, his disciples thought that was the end for him too. They were shattered by it because for them it meant that they faced a future without hope. After the resurrection, their faith was renewed and their hope was reborn. But they also knew that Jesus had to return to the Father.
The Ascension of Jesus is a significant event. We celebrate Jesus’ return to the Father, which means that the apostles could no longer see him physically. He is in God and is now present through His Spirit, in all aspects of our lives.
In Luke’s story, Jesus has to go so that he can send the Holy Spirit. He told the apostles that they had to wait in Jerusalem for the coming of the Holy Spirit. They could not begin their mission until they were empowered by the Holy Spirit. The Ascension marks the completion of Christ’s mission and the beginning of the power of the Spirit.

 

Kilkenny Lay Dominicans

A ‘New Life in the Spirit’ Seminar continues at the Black Abbey, Kilkenny at 7.30pm on Tuesday evenings. Baptism in the Spirit will take place on Pentecost Sunday at 2.00pm.

 

James Stephens GAA Hitting the Road

We are running a fun 50km and 30km Get Fit cycle event for all those exercise/keep-fit enthusiasts in Kilkenny. If you are aged 14 to adult and you have a bike and helmet, you fit the bill.  Venue: James Stephens GAA, Larchfield. Date: Saturday, 15th June.  Time: 11.00a.m.  Registration: 9.30a.m.

 

The Last Rose of Summer

At the 200th anniversary concert on Saturday, 22nd June at 8.00pm in Jenkinstown Park, Kilkenny Anthony Kearns will perform Thomas Moore’s The Last Rose of Summer which was composed in Jenkinstown and first published in 1813.  Tickets are €22.50 at www.ticketmaster.ie. Enquiries: conahyheritagesociety@gmail.com and 087 285 9660.