Feast of Pentecost
Today we celebrate Pentecost Sunday, the birthday of the Church. The Holy Spirit descended on the apostles in the form of fiery tongues. Mary and the apostles were filled with the Holy Spirit. This is the account given in the Acts of the Apostles “And when the days of Pentecost were drawing to a close, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a violent wind coming, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. And there appeared to them parted tongues as of fire, which settled upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in foreign tongues, even as the Holy Spirit prompted them to speak” (Acts 2: 1 – 4). The apostles were no longer afraid. They went out immediately spreading the good news of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. Three thousand converted to the Church as a result St. Peter’s sermon. The Holy Spirit invites us to membership of God’s Family through our Baptism and Confirmation.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and enkindle in them the fire of your love. Amen.
Parish Pilgrimage to Knock
The annual Parish Pilgrimage to Knock takes place on Thursday, 26th June. A bus will leave St. Fiacre’s Church at 7.15am and St. Patrick’s Church at 7.20am. There will be no stops to pick up people. Tickets are limited and are only available at the reception desk in the Parish Centre. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets cost €15.
St. Joseph’s Young Priests Society
The monthly meeting of St. Joseph’s Young Priests Society will be held in St. Patrick’s Parish Centre after 10.30am Mass in St. Fiacre’s Church on next Friday, 13th June. Please come and join us to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
First Saturday Devotion
The usual First Saturday Devotion will be held at St. Fiacre’s Church on this Saturday after 6.15pm Mass. Prayers and adoration will end at 9.00pm. All are welcome.
Novena in Honour of St. Anthony
The Capuchin Friary, Kilkenny is hosting a novena in honour of St. Anthony. Mass and sermon each morning at 10.30am. Fr. Dermot Lynch OFM Cap will preach at the final four days of the Novena.
Pray For Our Deceased Friends
Recently Deceased: Peggy Whelan, Graiguenamanagh. Maureen Woods, 12 Pearse Street. Thomas Carroll, Old Callan Road. Tim Murphy, New York & late of Upper New Street. Martin Treacy, Parnell Street.
Months Mind: Paddy Ryan (Sun 10.00)
Anniversaries: Ellen Ryan (Sat 6.15). Josie Kenny (Sat 7.00). Mary Maher (Sun 10.30). Margaret McGrath (Sun 11.00). Jim O’Brien (Sun 12.00). Denis Garrehy, Ann Conway, Mary O’Meara (Sun 12.30). Sarah Mullally (Mon 9.30). Patrick & Mary Teresa Drea (Tues 9.30). Patrick Cantwell (Tues 10.30). Mary O’Dwyer. Bill & Bridie O’Neill. Seamus Dowling. Cathy Purcell. Nicky Dullard. Fred & Ellen Clarke. Annie Carroll. Leo Rice.
Intentions for Next Weekend: Paddy Noonan (Sat 6.15). John Kenny (Sat 7.00). Bridget Rhatigan (Sun 9.30). Martin Brennan (Sun 10.00). Jimmy Hogan (Sun 10.30). Andy Lawlor (Sun 11.00). Deceased Residents of Dukesmeadows (Sun 12.00). Jonathan Barry (Sun 12.30).
International Gospel Choir Festival
As part of the International Gospel Choir Festival in Kilkenny from Friday, 13th to Sunday,15th June a concert of Gospel Music entitled “Be inspired to live the Gospel” will take place in the Dominican Black Abbey Church on Saturday, June 14th June at 8.00pm. Choirs include The Catholic Black American Gospel Choir; Dr. Eddie Jones Arkansas Gospel Choir; Kilkenny Gospel Choir; Tipperary Gospel Choir; Dungarvan Gospel Choir; Enniscorthy Gospel Choir and guests. Free admission. All welcome.
Prayer in Honour of Divine Mercy
There will be an hour of prayer and adoration in honour of Divine Mercy in the Capuchin Friary Church on this Sunday, June 8th from 3.00pm - 4.00pm. All welcome.
Masters in Theology
Applications are being accepted for a new Masters in Theology (History of Christianity) programme at St. Patrick’s College, Maynooth commencing September 2014. 1 year (full-time) and 2 years (part-time) options available. Monday and Wednesday evenings. More information: www.maynoothcollege.ie or by telephoning Admissions Office at 01 708 4772. Course Director: Prof. Salvador Ryan. Email: salvador.ryan@spcm.ie
Kilkenny Flower Club
The Kilkenny Flower Club will have a Work Night in Butler House, Patrick Street on Thursday, 12th June at 8.00pm. This is always enjoyable and a good learning experience. https://www.facebook.com/kilkennyflowerclub for more details.
National Widows’ Association
The National Widows’ Association meets on the first Thursday of every month at 2.30pm in The Club House Hotel. New members always welcome.
Foróige Drum Youth Centre
Drop In (facilities include pool table, internet access, games, Wii) every Tuesday from 4.30pm to 6.00pm for those who have just finished 1st or 2nd Year and every Thursday and Saturday for 3rd to 6th Years from 4.30 to 6.30pm. And guess what? It’s free!
June 23rd – 25th and July 1st – 2nd: Youth Leadership Course for those aged 15 to 18 years. Please contact Kate on 086 7736 975 for details. A €15 fee applies.
July: Mixed Activity Programme over 3 days for young people who are moving from 6th Class into 1st Year.
Mixed Activity Programme for those who have just finished 1st and 2nd Year. Each programme will be €15.
Contact: Kate Carroll 086 773 6975 or Eimear Glendon 086 773 6976; www.facebook.com/drumyouthcentre; or twitter.com@drumyouthcentre.
Summer Bridge
Venue: Dunmore Hall. Time 10.00am to 12.30pm. Date: Starting on Monday, 9th June. For information call 056 776 7869 between 6.00pm and 8.00pm.
Gardening Blitz
Our usual volunteer gardeners will meet at the Parish Centre at 7.00pm on this Monday, 9th June. We would welcome some extra help from others on this evening to get the garden totally in shape for the summer. This is a once-off event. Please bring garden implements as we may not have enough for everyone.
Resolving Family Conflicts
“The Resolution of Conflict with Others in the Family and in the Workplace” will take place at Integritas on Saturday, 28th June at 10.00am. (Voluntary contribution on the day).
During this day Fergus Armstrong, Solicitor and Brian Lennon S.J. will explore the dynamics of how longstanding conflicts in families and in the workplace can be resolved. Drawing on their experiences as mediators, they will reflect upon the underlying spiritual dynamics of dispute resolution and how the Christian ideals of forgiveness, harmony and freedom can become possible in relationships that are locked in dispute and recrimination.
Lunch provided. Please book. Integritas, Ennisnag, Stoneyford. T: 056 772 8902; W: www.integritas.ie; E: enquiries@integritas.ie
Parkrun Information Evening
KRSP will host an information meeting on the establishment of Parkrun Kilkenny to be held at the Castle Park on Saturday mornings at 9:30am. Parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. We would like to see this become an option for Kilkenny. Guest Speaker will be Mr Matt Sheilds from Parkrun on Thursday,12th June in St. Patrick’s Parish Centre at 7:30pm. See www.parkrun.com or contact (KRSP) Kilkenny Recreation and Sports Partnership, Johns Green House, Kilkenny (056 779 4990).
Home Instead Senior Care
Do you care for a loved one? Home Instead Senior Care invites you to join them for a Coffee Morning on Wednesday, 11th June from 9.30am to 12.30pm at our office in Butler Court, Patrick Street, Kilkenny. Celebrating Carer’s Week. Please come along and take a break with Tea/Coffee/Scones etc. Call Philomena on 056 780 0508 or email: philomena.fennelly@hisc.ie for more information.
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
Anyone interested in making a Pilgrimage to the Holy Land in September 2015 please contact either Conor on 086 373 8460 or Mollie on 089 206 9317 to register an interest. The proposed pilgrimage with JWT is subject to enough people being interested and will leave Carlow in September 2015.
Safeguarding Children
If you or anyone you know has a child protection concern or wishes to report an allegation of child abuse in relation to any member of Church personnel directly to Church authorities, please contact a member of the Diocesan Designated Team: Fr. Daniel Bollard on 087 6644 858; Fr. Daniel Cavanagh on 087 2335 432; Ms. Mary Brennan on 085 7701 716 or Mr. Tom Hunt on 085 7701 718.
Alternatively you can report to the statutory authorities: Kilkenny Gardaí on 056 777 5042 or HSE Social Work Department on 056 778 4532/778 4600.
The Ossory Diocesan Policy on Safeguarding Children is available on www.ossory.ie
