Harvest Thanksgiving Mass
Next weekend St. Patrick’s Parish will host a Harvest Thanksgiving Mass at St. Joseph’s Church, Foulkstown at 10.00am on Sunday morning. As we look around us and see the fruits of this year’s harvest, we give thanks to the Lord for his bounty. Looking closer each is different... not all regular in shape or size... The uniqueness of God’s creation... all precious!
For the gift we are to each other... for the people who have enriched our lives this year; family, neighbours, friends... those who have supported us, nourished our lives during the year... Let us take this special time to call them to mind by name thanking God for our many blessings at their hands. We invite you to make a special effort to come along to this Mass.
Parishioners are also invited to bring suitable produce to the church between 6.00pm and 7.00pm on Saturday, 18th October. This might consist of flowers, vegetables, fruit, grain, jams, etc. to be used in decorating the environs and for presentation during the offertory procession.
Irish Catholic Catechism for Adults
A Veritas representative will attend a short meeting on Monday 13th October at 7.30pm at St Patrick’s Parish Centre to meet with those in the parish and diocese interested in the possibilities of how we might use in our parishes the recently published Irish Catholic Catechism for Adults and a Workbook that accompanies it. The Catechism may be used for individual study or in group work. All welcome.
Altar Servers - New Members Needed
The new altar servers rota is being compiled in the Parish Office at the moment. Current altar servers are asked to contact the Parish Office to confirm your willingness to continue as a server for another year. New servers are very welcome too.
Please note existing servers will need to submit a new registration form. Forms are available at the sacristies.
Pray For Our Deceased Friends
Recently Deceased: Matty Hayes, Bennettsbridge. Michael Bolger, Grovine West.
Months Mind: Lillie Coyne (Sun 9.30). Paddy Heffernan (Sun 12.00).
Anniversaries: Eddie Dean (Sat 6.15). Judy O’Brien (Sat 7.00). David & Ita O’Rourke (Sun 10.00). William & Margaret Howe & Mary Mullally (Sun 10.30). Joanie Waters (Sun 11.00). Nicola Conway (Sun 12.30). Garry & Norah Dunne (Mon 9.30). Maureen O’Dwyer (Tues 10.30). John & Mary O’Connor (Wed 9.30). Richard Kelly (Wed 10.30). John Drea (Fri 10.30). Jimmy Bateman. Michael Doyle. Billy Maher. Margaret McNamara. Mary Dunne. The Dullard Family. Mick O’Leary. Walter & Josephine Kavanagh. Eileen Barry. Martin Mulhall.
Intentions for Next Weekend: Frank Stapleton (Sat 6.15). Ned Nolan (Sat 7.00). Gerard Cleere (Sun 9.30). Joseph Eardly (Sun 10.00). Ned & Anthona Burke (Sun 10.30). Paddy Cullen (Sun 11.00). Katryn Doran (Sun 12.00). Eithne O’Connor (Sun 12.30).
October Stations
We invite parishioners to contribute towards the income of the parish clergy and bishop through the October Stations. Special envelopes can be found in the contribution packs or use any envelope marked “Stations”. The priests and bishop acknowledge with gratitude your contributions towards their upkeep.
Parish Volunteer Appreciation Evening
In preparation for the Parish Volunteer Appreciation Evening on Saturday, 1st November the leaders of the various groups in the parish are asked to please call to the Parish Office to collect invitations to distribute to members of your group.
Tickets (free) are now available at the Parish Office.
Divine Mercy Prayer
There will be an hour of prayer and Eucharistic devotion in honour of Divine Mercy in the Capuchin Friary on this Sunday 12th October from 3.00pm - 4.00pm. All are welcome.
Mission Month: That They May Have Life
We have a job to do this October as we celebrate Mission Month. There are approximately 1,500 Irish born missionaries working in more than 80 countries. They continue to spread the Gospel through their work, their deep commitment to the people they serve and their Faith. In essence, they lead by example and have helped to change, for the better, millions of lives all over the globe. It is fitting then that the theme for this year’s Mission Month of October is ‘That they may have life’...life in all its richness and dignity. The richness of knowing the Gospel and Jesus Christ and the dignity of having food to eat, a roof to sleep under and work to go to.
Through their work, our missionaries strive to make all this a reality for the people they serve. ‘The Society for the Propagation of the Faith’ organises the Mission Sunday collection in all Churches nationwide, which this year takes place on the 19th October. We are invited to reflect on our call to bring Christ to others, while remembering to pray and to assist the young churches, that they may have the spiritual and financial resources to grow and in turn announce the Good News.
For further information about Propagation of the Faith or to make a donation please visit www.wmi.ie.
Ministers of the Word
We are currently compiling new rosters for Readers/Ministers of the Word. If you would be willing to become a Minister of the Word please contact the Parish Office 056 776 4400.
Eucharistic Ministers
The new Eucharistic Ministers’ Rota is now available in all sacristies. Please collect your rota now.
Family Table Quiz
St John of God National School Parents’ Council invites you to a Family Table Quiz on next Friday 17th October 7.00pm in the Parish Centre. €10 for team of 4 which must include one child. Doors open at 6.30pm. Cash prize, so come along and test your general knowledge. Family friendly questions.
Month of the Holy Rosary
October is the month of The Holy Rosary. “Say the Rosary every day... Pray, pray a lot and offer sacrifices for sinners... I'm Our Lady of the Rosary. Only I will be able to help you. In the end My Immaculate Heart will triumph.” (Our Lady of Fatima)
The Cry of the Earth
To mark the Feast of St Francis of Assisi, (October 4th), the Irish Bishops Conference issued a new call to action for Climate Justice, entitled The Cry of the Earth. Trócaire launched a Pastoral Resource booklet to encourage Christians to pray, study and act for Justice towards our world and universe.
While we are embroiled in non-stop discussions about new water charges, our world is in danger of serious water shortage, causing literally millions of deaths through starvation or disease. As Christians we have a duty to understand that we are only stewards of God’s creation and to do what we can to treat creation with respect and reverence as God’s gift to all, not the few.
The documents are available on www.trocaire.ie, and offer excellent material for prayer and reflection.
Foulkstown Cemetery
Our mapping and indexing of the old section of our cemetery is nearing completion. Thanks to all who helped us identify unmarked and unnamed graves. We now have a better idea of how many and where people are buried. If you happen to have details about an unmarked grave do contact us and we will be happy to include their names on our files. In the near future we hope to print a map of the different sections of our cemetery and put this up for people visiting the cemetery to see. It is our hope that all this work will make finding and maintaining graves easier for everyone.
Kilkenny Horticultural Society
Lecture by Shirley Lanigan on Irish Gardens in the Club House Hotel on Wednesday 15th October at 8.00pm. €6.50.
Bridge
Every Tuesday in the Parish Centre from 2.30pm.
Anyone interested should come along. No partner required.
The Extraordinary Synod of Bishops
Those interested in finding out more about the Synod and its deliberations will find up to date and accurate information on www.zenit.org and www.catholicbishops.ie
Alzheimers/ Stroke related/Dementia
Alzheimers/Challenging Behaviour in Older Adults talk by Mia Mc Loughlin, Consultant Psychiatrist for Later Life. Are you providing extra support for a loved one? Could you do with additional support? If so, come along to our talk on Monday, 13th October at 3.00pm at The Carers Association Centre, Springhill Clinic, Waterford Road, Kilkenny.
Monday’s Child
Barnstorm's play Monday's Child, on Saturday 18th October at 2.30pm & 4.00pm at The Barn Theatre. This sensitive, imaginative and funny play tells a simple poetic story of the unique bond between and old woman and a young girl. For children aged 4+ and their families. Tickets €6; Family of 4: €20. Bookings 056 7751266. More info: www.barnstorm.ie
Art Classes
Monday evening art classes starting soon, acrylics and oil for beginners and more advanced. For more information and to sign up please contact Sonja - 083 394 1220 email: artwithsonja@gmail.com
