Congratulations Fr. Roderick
This year Fr. Roderick celebrates his Silver Jubilee as he marks 25 years since his ordination to the priesthood in June 1990. On Sunday next 21st June at the 12 noon Mass in St. Fiacre’s Church we gather as community to celebrate Fr. Roderick’s Silver Jubilee. All are welcome to this Mass and to light refreshments in the Parish Centre immediately afterwards. The Kilkenny Gospel Choir, of which Fr. Roderick is a member, will provide the sacred music.
Corpus Christi Procession
Because of the closure of High Street on this Sunday afternoon the deferred Diocesan Corpus Christi procession scheduled for Kilkenny City on Sunday has been rerouted. The following arrangements will now apply: To mark the Year for Consecrated Life, the faithful are asked to gather at the Capuchin Friary at 2.00pm on Sunday, 14th June where we will pray for the renewal of Consecrated Life in our diocese, process through Friary Street and Parnell Street, on to James’s Green to honour the Blessed Virgin and then process to the St. Mary’s Cathedral for Benediction. Refreshments afterwards in the Chapter House. All welcome.
Pilgrimage to Knock
St. Joseph’s Young Priests Society’s annual pilgrimage to Knock takes place on Saturday, 27th June. The chief celebrant will be Most Rev. Ray Browne, Bishop of Kerry. Ceremonies in the Basilica including anointing of the sick by Most Rev. Kevin Doran, Bishop of Elphin. Bus leaving St. Fiacre’s Church at 7.45am. All are welcome to join us. Contact Marian 086 069 3510 or Phil 086 833 3029.
Refurbishment of St. Patrick’s Church
Work is continuing on the roof of St. Patrick’s Church. One side of the roof is almost re-slated and work is on schedule on the other side. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. Please note that Masses are celebrated as normal. However, the church will close directly after Mass each day.
Pray For Our Deceased Friends
Recently Deceased: Martin Murray, Larchfield. Rosary at his home at 8.00pm on Saturday. Funeral prayers at 10.00am on Monday followed by removal to St. Patrick’s Church for Requiem Mass at 11.00am. Burial afterwards at Foulkstown Cemetery. Lilly O’Connell, Ormonde Road. Jim O’Sullivan, Sheastown. Mary Brennan, The Bottling Store, Kilkenny. Mary McGirr, Carnew.
Months Mind: Gabbie Doran (Tues 10.30).
Anniversaries: Josie Kenny (Sat 6.15). Joseph Murray (Sat 7.00). Martin Brennan (Sun 10.00). Tom Rothwell (Sun 10.30). Margaret McGrath (Sun 11.00). Eileen Brett (Sun 12.00). Jonathan Barry (Sun 12.30). John McEvoy (Thurs 10.30). Noreen Llewellyn (Fri 10.30). Des Manning. Michael & Christina O’Driscoll. Catherine & Paddy Kirwan. Dan Carroll. Geraldine McGrath. Bill & Bridie O’Neill. Cathy Purcell. Nicky Dollard.
Intentions for next weekend: Dan Maher (Sat 6.15). Sr. Baptiste Casey (Sat 7.00). Lillian Beatty (Sun 9.30). Paddy Noonan (Sun 10.00). Deceased residents of Dukesmeadows. (Sun 10.30). Andy Lawlor (Sun 11.00). Teresa Kelly (Months Mind Sun 12.30).
Parish Pilgrimage to Knock
Our annual Parish Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Thursday, 25th June. A coach will leave St. Fiacre’s Church at 7.15am and St. Patrick’s Church at 7.20am. Tickets cost €15 and are available at the Parish Office. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Foulkstown Cemetery
We have had complaints from people who have had items taken from graves in Foulkstown. We ask visitors to the cemetery to be vigilant and to report any such incidents to the Parish Office on 056 776 4400.
Certificate in Theology
St. Kieran’s College presents a Certificate in Theology Course for those who wish to deepen their knowledge of our religion and church teachings and to enable people to live out their Christian mission within the community. Call Declan Murphy on 087 908 1470.
Remembering John Bradley
Butler House, Patrick Street on Sunday 28th June at 3.30pm. Special guest: Dr. Thomas Herron (East Carolina University, North Carolina USA) who will speak on ‘John Bradley’s American Journeys’. An informal gathering of friends, family, neighbours and colleagues to pay tribute to the life and achievements of an outstanding Kilkenny scholar.
Kilkenny Gospel Choir
On Saturday June 20th in the Ormonde Hotel Kilkenny International Gospel Music leader Mark Anthony will give workshops on ‘Music, Ministry and Faith’. Mark Anthony was the musical director for Whitney Houston and at present is working with some of the worlds most famous music artists. The workshops begin at 10.00am. A unity concert will take place with Mark Anthony in the Black Abbey Church on Saturday 20th at 7.30pm. More information from Ella Dunphy 087 900 2092 or www.kilkennygospelchoir.com
Monastic Experience Days
The Poor Clares in Galway are hosting a Monastic Experience Day on Saturday, 20th June from 10.00am to 5.00pm. The day is designed to help young women between the ages of 21 and 40 to find out about the Poor Clare way of life. Information from poorclaresgalwayvocations@gmail.com.
Summer Camp
Starburst Summer Camp is back. 6th,7th and 8th of July. 10.00am - 1.00pm daily in St Patrick’s Parish Centre. Suitable for children, 4 - 10 years. 085 114 2686.
Dates For Your Diary
Cemetery Mass at Foulkstown: Thursday, 30th July, 7.30pm. Please inform family members who are away from home.
Camino Walk
A pilgrimage walk of Camino de Santiago takes place from 15th - 24th October 2015. Cost: €949 pps, €230 single supplement. Contact Kavanagh Travel, Bridge Garage, Urlingford. Tel: 056 883 8833/ 086 276 5707. www.kavanaghtravel.com.
Integritas
– A Domestic Centre of Christian Spirituality
Ennisnag, Stoneyford, Co. Kilkenny 056-7728902 www.integritas.ie
“Drawing upon the sense of mission in the Gospel of St. Luke” with Fr. Michael Mullins, on Thursday, June 18th, 2015 at 7.30pm. In the aftermath of the result of the Marriage Referendum, some feel despondent about what the Church has to say to Irish society either now or in the future. The mission of the Church in relation to our society is now unclear for many. In the midst of this, however, the Gospel of St. Luke offers very clear guidance about the importance of joyful engagement and of retaining a missionary sense at all times. These themes will be explored by Fr. Michael Mullins during this evening. He has been teaching scripture throughout his adult life and has written a number of texts on scripture, including an explanatory guide to the Gospel of St. Luke. This evening is open to anyone to attend. (There is a suggested voluntary contribution of €10.00.)
Mini Marathon
Kids Mini Marathon & Adult 5K takes place Sunday 21st June in Kilkenny Castle, all proceeds to Mother of Fair Love School and Crumlin Children’s Hospital. Registration from 12.30pm at Castle Gates, Kids 2.5K is €5 and 5K is €10.
Starcamp
Ireland's leading and most renowned performing and fun Summer Camp, is coming to Kilkenny City in Loreto Secondary School from the 6th - 10th July.
Open to boys and girls aged 4-13. Starcamp's core ethos is to instil confidence and self-esteem through praise and recognition. Sing, Dance and Act all while making new friends and having fun. Run by professional, experienced, fully trained and Garda vetted leaders, choreographers and drama coaches. To book your child's place or see a full list of locations, visit www.starcamp.ie or call 021 4377900.
Open to boys and girls aged 4-13. Starcamp's core ethos is to instil confidence and self-esteem through praise and recognition. Sing, Dance and Act all while making new friends and having fun. Run by professional, experienced, fully trained and Garda vetted leaders, choreographers and drama coaches. To book your child's place or see a full list of locations, visit www.starcamp.ie or call 021 4377900.
Parish Choir Members
Members of parish choirs are invited to participate in the ordination of Rev. Brian Griffin at St. Mary’s Cathedral on Sunday, 28th June at 3.00pm. The next choir practice will be held at St John’s Church on Tuesday, 9th June at 7.30pm. All choir members are welcome to come along - it will be a time for choirs to learn new music together and enrich their own repertoire.
