Most Holy Trinity
Today we celebrate the central mystery of our Faith. The mystery of the Trinity, that our God shows himself in three different ways as Father, Son and Spirit. This sense of wonder that enables us to recognise our God, is the same sense of wonder that enables the poet to see daffodils dancing, or to recognise God in a rose. We are made in the image of God and loved unconditionally. At our Baptism, the sign of the Cross was traced on our foreheads - we were marked with the Trinity. As we grew into adulthood, Jesus became our friend and companion. He became real in our world. His powerful Spirit continues to help, inspire and guide us, as we try to do our best and make a difference in family and community.
Holiday Arrangements
We welcome all who return home or visit Kilkenny this festival weekend. As Monday is a public holiday the only public Mass in our parish will be at St. Patrick’s Church at 11.00am. All welcome to come along and celebrate with us.
Refurbishment at St. Patrick’s Church
Progress continues on the reroofing of St. Patrick’s Church. Due to dust dislodging from the ceiling we ask you to note the following :
· There will be no rosary before daily Mass until the re-roofing is completed.
· Masses will be celebrated as normal.
· The church will close after Mass each day to help avoid dust contamination.
Many thanks to all for your cooperation while this much needed work continues.
Parish Pilgrimage to Knock
Our annual Parish Pilgrimage to Knock takes 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. No tickets booked to date - should we cancel?
Pray For Our Deceased Friends
Recently Deceased: Bill Hennessy, Tullaroan. Fr. James Carrigan, Clogh/Ballacolla. Kitty Rice, Troyscourt. Carrie Doheny, Castlecomer Road. Kathleen Stapleton, Greenfields Road.
Months Mind: Stella Hynes (Sun 11.00).
Anniversaries: Ita O’Rourke (Sat 6.15). Kathleen King (Sat 7.00). William & Catherine Roberts (Sun 9.30). Blánaid Cleere Manning (Sun 10.00). Dan Fogarty (Sun 10.30). Mary & Peter Henebry (Sun 12.00). Bernadette Gannon (Sun 12.30). John Scott (Mon 11.00). Richard Ruth (Tue 10.30). Patrick Lanigan (Wed 10.30). Mary Reddy (Fri 9.30). Harry Kelly. James & Mary O’Brien. Catherine Brennan. Mary Lanigan. Mary Walsh. John Doheny. Michael Holden. Tom & Sean Brett.
Intentions for next weekend: Ellen Ryan (Sat 6.15). Kay Hennessy (Months Mind 7.00). Harry Kelly (Sun 10.00). Mary Maher (Sun 10.30). Sarah Mullally (Sun 11.00). Jim O’Brien (Sun 12.00). Lukey Bateman (Sun 12.30).
Diocesan Draw Results - May 2015
Congratulations to the following winners in the St. Mary’s Cathedral Refurbishment Draw.
€2000: Chris Hayes, St Mary’s Parish. €1000: Sr. Marie Helen Hicks, Sisters of Charity. €500: Michael Joyce, Castlecomer. €300: Fr. Jackie Robinson, Borris in Ossory; Elizabeth Meagher, St. Patrick’s Parish. €200: Mike & Frances Watts, St. Mary’s Parish; St. Sennan’s Church, Kilmacow. €100: Liz Deevy, Inistioge; Andy McEneaney, St. John’s Parish; Margaret Comerford, Clara.
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 will be welcome to come along - it will be a time for choirs to learn new music together and enrich their own repertoire.
First Friday Visits to the Sick
The first Friday of June occurs this week. Priests will visit the sick as usual. Contact the Parish Office if you, or someone known to you, would like to be included.
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. While the idea is that all participants will receive a certificate at the end of the course there have been several who have simply attended the course not concerned with the marks or accreditation but still getting benefit from the course. Call Declan Murphy on 087 908 1470.
Coffee Morning and Cake Sale
In aid of Ceart Rehabilitation and Therapy Centre, Callan on Thursday 4th June from 10.00am - 12 noon. Community Centre, Butts Green. Bring a friend.
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.
Carer Support Group
Kilkenny Carer Support Group, Wednesday 3rd June 2015, 4.00 - 5.30pm at The Village Day Centre (behind the Village Inn Pub). Information and support for past/present carers of people with Alzheimer's/Dementia. All new members welcome. Drop in or call 056 777 1230.
Choral Concert
St. Canice’s Parish Church will hold a concert on Tuesday, 2nd June featuring The Nebraska Honor Choir, The Unity Singers, Sospiro and pupils from St. Canice’s Co-Ed National School in aid of St. Canice’s Homes for the elderly at Troy’s Court. Adm: €10 at St. Canice’s Parish Centre or Troy’s Court.
Prayer at Exam Time
Lord, as I prepare to sit my exams
send your Holy Spirit to guide me and be with me.
Thank you for the many talents and gifts you have
given me and for the opportunity of education.
Keep me calm.
Help me to do the best I can on the day of my exam.
Help me to remember all that I have studied,
to express it clearly and to answer the questions
as best that I can.
Give me peace, understanding and wisdom
and be with me today and always. Amen.
The priests and Parish Pastoral Committee wish all students well in their examinations and we promise to pray with and for them during the weeks ahead.
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.
The Carers’ Association Training
Training QQ1 Fetac Level 5 - “Care of the Older Person”. Commencing Friday, 5th June and each Friday until 10th July from 9.30am - 4.00pm. If interested please contact us at The Carers’ Association at 056 772 1424 or at kilkenny2@carersirland.com.
Friends of Calcutta
Thank you for your recent support for our clothing collection in support of Friends of Calcutta.
Mindfulness with Deirdre
Four week introduction to Mindfulness beginning Tuesday, 2nd June. Contact Deirdre 086 855 1152.
Lough Derg Pilgrimages
Lough Derg pilgrimage season is now open. Contact: 071 986 1518 or email: info@loughderg.org
Dates For Your Diary
Cemetery Mass at Foulkstown: Thursday, 30th July, 7.30pm. Please inform family members who are away from home.
