Do This In Memory
This Sunday we delight in welcoming those preparing for First Holy Communion in our parish to the 10.30am and 11.00am Masses. The young people, supported by their family members, their teachers and the members of our parish community continue their preparation for their First Holy Communion in a few weeks time.
You Shall Be My Witnesses…
This is a parish based programme for young people preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation. This year we are piloting the programme with the girls of the St. John of God Confirmation Class and activities started last Wednesday evening.
You shall be my witnesses explores what it means to belong to the Christian family, what we believe, the gift of the Holy Spirit and how we can witness to the activity of the Holy Spirit in our lives. The parish programme complements the school curriculum and supports the valuable work of the teachers and the school.
Talks on the Bible for Lent
Fr. Willie Purcell continues his series of Talks for Lent at St. Patrick’s Parish Centre. The second talk will take place on Tuesday, 5th March at 11.00am - Characters of the Bible. (Please note the change of date).
Women in the Gospels
This is the title of a series of three talks to be presented at St. Patrick’s Parish Centre during the final weeks of Lent. Join Eileen Ross as she explores the roles of various female characters found in the four gospels. The talks will take place on Tuesdays, 12th, 19th and 26th March at 11.00am.
Mass for Lent
Well done to all who make an extra effort to attend daily Mass during Lent. Don’t forget we have Mass in St. Patrick’s Church at 9.30am and in St. Fiacre’s Church at 10.30am and 6.15pm each evening.
Lenten Thought for the Day Text
You can have a verse of scripture or a thought for the day delivered to your mobile phone each day during Lent. The service is free. To receive the texts - at no cost - text your mobile number to Adult Faith Development at 085 831 3100, telephone 056 775 3624 or email afd@ossory.ie.
Trócaire Family Fast
During Lent we are asked to remember those who are in greatest need. Trócaire gives us a wonderful opportunity to do so. Every family in our parish is invited to take a Trócaire Box and use it during Lent.
Pray for our Deceased Friends
Recently Deceased: Walter Bourke, 1 College Green, and late of McDonagh Street Requiem Mass at St. Canice’s Church at 11.30am. Burial in Foulkstown Michael Costello, Wallslough. Mary Bate, England. (Thurs 6.15). Martin Freeman, Templeogue and Callan. Ger Daly, Galmoy. Joe Curran, Bagenalstown. Pat Peters, Gowran.
Months Mind: Sr. Conleth Donohoe (Months Mind Sat 7.00). Vera Phelan (Months Mind 10.00).
Anniversaries: John & Bridget O’Rourke (Sat 6.15). Pat Kearney (Sun 10.30). William Smith (Sun 11.00). Brian Griffin (Sun 12.00). Joe Lawlor (Sun 12.30). John Millea (Tues 10.30). Tommy & Rita McCarthy (Wed 10.30). Mikey Holland (Fri 10.30). Ellen Doyle. Jimmy Gahan. Kitty O'Donoghue. William Ayres. Michael & Ann Purcell. Catherine Cullen. Martin Dermody. Stan Landers. John Beehan. Ann Mulhall. William Holland. Kitty Morris. Catherine Beckett. Tina O’Driscoll. Jack Talbot.
Intentions Next Weekend: Michael McKane (Sat 6.15). Pat Adams (Sun 7.00). Fred Lee (Months Mind Sun 9.30). John & Ellen McDonald (Sun 10.30). Pat Mullins (Sun 11.00). Canice & Michael Dunphy (Sun 12.00). Lizzy McGrath (Sun 12.30).
World Day of Prayer
Interdenominational service at St. Fiacre’s Church on next Friday, 1st March at 8.00pm. All welcome.
Lenten Stations
We invite parishioners to support your clergy by offering the traditional Lenten Stations. This collection goes towards the income of your priests and bishop. Envelopes are in your contribution pack or use any envelope with your name and address attached. We thank you for your generous support in these difficult economic times.
St. Patrick’s Parish Lourdes Fund
The deadline in now approaching for closure of applications from parishioners who wish to travel to Lourdes in May under the free sponsorship of our Parish Lourdes Fund. Places are available for parishioners who are elderly, have gone through difficult time or who have been or still are ill. Please leave your name, telephone number and address with Michelle in the Parish Office (776 4400) and a member of the committee will contact you.
Parish Lourdes Fund Cabaret
St. Patrick’s Parish Lourdes Fund is holding the annual fundraising cabaret at the Village Inn on Saturday, 9th March. Music by The Uptown Band with supporting guests artists. Adm: €5.00.
Cake Sale and Coffee Morning
The Parish Centre will host a cake sale and offer teas and coffees after all Masses at St. Fiacre’s Church this weekend, 23rd/24th February. This is to help raise funds to enable young people with special needs to travel to Lourdes. The event is organised by Fr. Dan and Group 174 of the Irish Pilgrimage Trust. Your support is appreciated.
CBC Parents’ Council
The CBS Secondary School Parents’ Council would like you to join them for a night of Ceol, Caint agus Craic featuring local musicians in Aid of the Zambia Immersion Project on Friday, 8th March in the Pembroke Hotel at 8.30pm. MC for the night is Gerry Moran. All are welcome. Tickets €5 from Council Members or on the door.
First Friday of March
The first Friday of March occurs this week. Priests will visit the sick at the usual times.
Internet Safety Evening
St. John of God Primary School is holding an Internet Safety Evening on Monday, 25th February from 7.30 - 9.00pm. Investigating the 3 Cs of Internet Safety for Primary School Parents: Keep Current, Keep Communicating, Keep Checking.
All parents are welcome to attend, and there is no charge for the event. It will start at 7.30pm sharp.
James Stephen’s Camogie Club
Registration night is between 7.00 - 8.30pm on Friday, 1st March at the Club Rooms in Larchfield. New members welcome. Details: Rita 086 203 1623.
Clothing Appeal
Dochas Nasamu Orphanage, Nairobi - an Irish run and Irish built Aids orphanage - is holding an appeal for used ladies, gents and children’s shoes, household linens i.e. towels, sheets, blankets, soft toys, handbags etc. In whatever condition - even in need of recycling - so long as the items are clean.
This appeal will take place on Monday, 25th February, until 11.00am in the Parish Centre Car Park. Information from Marie on 087 689 0995.
Gala Concert
There will be a gala concert featuring a host of local entertainers at St. Fiacre’s Church on next Sunday, 3rd March at 3.00pm. Details next weekend.
The Irish Catholic
Next weekend’s edition will be dedicated to the legacy of Pope Benedict XVI.
Nature in Poetry and Prose
A 6-week course begins on Tuesday, February 26th, 7.00 - 9.00pm. Exploring work from Wordsworth and Heaney to Hughes and haiku. Fee €90, including tea/coffee. To book call 056 777 5910 or email Kilkenny.campus@nuim.ie.
South Kilkenny Historical Society lecture
Title: The Rural Electrification of Ireland
Speaker: Mr Brendan Delany, ESB Archive and Heritage Manager. Date: Thursday, February 28th, 2013. Time: 8pm. Venue: Mullinavat Parish Hall (opposite church). Admission €5 (members free).
