Migrant Sunday
The 101st Day of Migrants and Refugees takes place on this Sunday, 18th January. Today the Church remembers migrants and refugees. Due to wars, persecution and natural disasters millions of people - including children - have to leave their native countries and seek refuge in Ireland and in Europe. Last year, the United Nations harboured 135,700 refugees. They have many issues to contend with such as loneliness, language, work, friendship, education and climatic difficulties. We ought to welcome them and help them in any way we can.
Christian Unity Week
The annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity runs from today, 18th January until next Sunday, 25th January. The theme this year is taken from John 4:7: “Jesus said to her: “Give me to drink.” This implies an ethical action that recognises the need for one another in living out the Church’s mission. It compels us to change our attitude, to commit ourselves to seek unity in the midst of our diversity, through our openness to a variety of forms of prayer and Christian spirituality. Let us keep Christian Unity in our prayer intentions during this week.
Parish Senior Citizens’ Party
The annual St. Patrick’s Parish Senior Citizens’ Party will be held at the Parish Centre at 8.00pm on Monday, 26th January. Tickets (€10) only available at the Parish Centre. We ask people to purchase tickets to enable us to plan the catering on the night. Music by the Marble City Swingers. Get your party frocks and dancing shoes ready. Over 60’s.
First Holy Communion Children
Today we welcome the young people from schools in our parish who are preparing for their First Penance and First Holy Communion. The candidates will be joined by their parents and families at the 10.30am and 11.00am Masses who, together with the regular members of the Mass-going community, will help them continue their preparation to become full members of our Eucharistic Community.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The monthly collection for the Society of St. Vincent De Paul takes place this weekend. The money collected goes to our parish conference and is used in the neighbourhood to help local people.
We know money is scarce for everyone at this time of year but, if you can, we ask you to support this worthy cause. Those in need of assistance from the society in our parish can call 087 681 0589.
Join us for a Cuppa
Join us for a cuppa after 10.30am Mass on Tuesday. Members of the congregation and visitors are invited to come to the Parish Centre for a cuppa and a chat.
Parish Pastoral Council
A meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council will take place on Monday 19th January at 8.00pm.
On The Family
“Family Dynamics and our Emotional Well-being” is the title of a talk on the family which Dr. Fergus Heffernan will present at St. Fiacre’s Church on Thursday, 29th January at 8.00pm. Whether you are a parent trying to cope with young children, or a parent struggling with teenagers, or a parent whose children have left the nest, this talk is particularly suited to you. It helps us to make sense of the many life challenging situations that are facing families now and offers simple strategies that we can implement to create greater balance and contentment in our families. Cost €10 at the door. Proceeds in aid of Irish Pilgrimage Trust.
Taking Stock
“Taking Stock” is a free 8 week Positive Aging Course for men and women of 55 years of age and older. It covers topics like, keeping connected, mental health, physical health, assertiveness and safety.
Starting on 28th January from 11.00am to 1.00pm in St Patrick’s Parish Centre. For more information or to book a place call or text Meabh on 087 126 0979. This is an Age and Opportunity Course delivered by the HSE Health Promotion Department.
Pray For Our Deceased Friends
Recently Deceased: Peggy Moore, Kickham Street. Funeral Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral at 11.00am on Monday. Burial in Foulkstown Cemetery. Catherine McGrath, St. Teresa’s Terrace. Funeral Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral at 1.00pm on Monday. Burial in St. Kieran’s Cemetery. Frank Smith, Drakelands. Funeral Mass at St. Canice’s Church at 12 noon on Monday. Burial at St. Kieran’s Cemetery. Sean Tyrrell, O’Loughlin Road. Danny O’Leary, Naas & St. Fiacre’s Place. Jack Byrne, Kyle, Gowran. Tom Boyle, Park View. Sr. Mercy Murphy, Presentation Sisters, Parnell Street.
Anniversaries: Anna Campion (Sat 6.15). Albert & Bridget Downes (Sun 7.00). Michael Drennan (Sun 9.30). Maura Nolan (Sun 10.00). Jack Comerford (Sun 10.30). Maureen O’Shea (Sun 11.00). Teresa & Edward Dullard (Sun 12.00). Oliver Mannion (Sun 12.30). Andy Lawlor (Tue 10.30), Paul Delaney (Wed 9.30), Elizabeth Mulligan (Fri 9.30). Mary Kelly (Fri 10.30). Mixie Bartholomew (Months Mind Fri 4.30 at Foulkstown). Ned Larkin (Sat 9.30). Mary Bartley. Patrick & Sally Mullally. Carmel Maher. Patrick Tynan. Margaret & Michael Muldowney. Kevin Dowling. Paul Delaney. Mary & Agnes Murphy. Rose Bowe. Michael & Bernie Comerford. John Joe McGrath. Lorenzo Mahony.
Intentions for Next Weekend: Norah Foley (Sat 6.15). Ann O’Shea (Sat 7.00). Mary & Joseph O’Reilly (Sun 9.30). Eddie Walsh (Months Mind Sun 10.00). Maureen Barry (Sun 10.30). Jimmy McGrath (Sun 11.00). Kathleen Kelly (Sun 12.00). Kitty Hickey (Sun 12.30).
Loughboy Library
Tips for the Elderly: on the use of mobile phone, ipad, ipod and laptop will be provided on Fridays at 11.00am from 23rd January. No charge. Just drop in.
Six Book Challenge for Adults: for all staff of the Loughboy Shopping Centre on Wednesday 25th February. Get back into the habit of reading for pleasure. All units will get details.
Toddler Hour: Continues every Thursday at 11.30am.
Foulkstown Cemetery On The Web
Foulkstown Cemetery has been put on video and published on the internet for all the world to see. The videos show the graves and headstones of all the marked plots in the old section of the cemetery. (New section to follow shortly). As of this week the videos now correspond to the new map. Therefore, by using the map which is published on our website, it is now possible to locate an individual grave and view the video of the section and row in which the grave is located. Why not give it a try? Here’s a small test. See can you locate the following grave on the YouTube video and then locate it on the map. Section 1, Row 2, Plot 6. Good luck!
Parish Calendar for 2015
There are still copies of this popular calendar in the Parish Office so, if you didn't get a copy or need a few more, drop in to the Parish Centre and Michelle will look after you.
A Mother’s Reflection on her Son Who has Special Needs
My son is not a burden on society and I wrote this poem about him:
Some people think he’s a burden
But he is my son
I grew him inside me for nine months
And I have carried him for nine years
He is not a burden
He is my son
He has a name
He has my heart
He has a smile
His innocence is forever
He loves unconditionally
He trusts everybody
He is still my baby boy
I will always be his mum
I will always be his carer
There is no burden lighter than love.
Parish News on Social Media
This Parish Newsletter is available on our Web and Facebook pages. Let those away from home know about it so they can stay in touch. We now have 539 ‘likes’ on our Facebook page. Many thanks to all of you. Let’s see if we can hit 600 likes.
Ossory Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2015
Under the Patronage of the Most Rev. Seamus Freeman SAC., Bishop of Ossory, takes place from May 22nd– May 27th 2015. Cost is €755 P.P.S. All bookings for both Regular and Assisted pilgrims please contact: Glenmore Parish Office on 051-880414 or email glenmore@ossory.ie Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10.00am - 2.30pm & Friday 9.15am – 12.15pm (closed on Wednesday).
Be Informed
Copies of The Irish Catholic newspaper are available for sale at St. Patrick’s Church and St. Fiacre’s Church every week.
Copies of the Christmas edition of our diocesan magazine - Ossory Times - are available at all our church porches. Excellent value at €2.00.
Limited Space
It’s either a feast or a famine: some weeks we have few items for publication in our Newsletter and other weeks we have too many. Please note the following: Each week, parish notices will be given priority, followed by diocesan notices and then, space permitting, community notices. As a rule, we don’t advertise for companies or business and all notices must be favourable to our Catholic ethos. Please have notices, anniversaries etc in by Thursday or we can’t guarantee publication that week.
Speech and Drama
Starburst School of Speech and Drama has added a new class in St. Patrick's Parish Centre at 4.45pm on Tuesdays. Beginners welcome. Classes starting January 2015. Contact Kate 085 114 2686 for more information or to make a booking.
