Fr. Roderick’s Silver Jubilee
Ad multos annos - this is the traditional Latin greeting offered to priests on their jubilee. As we celebrate this achievement at 12.00 noon Mass in St. Fiacre’s Church on this Sunday, we congratulate Fr. Roderick on his 25 years of priesthood and wish him God’s blessing and many more years of service.
Fathers’ Day
Today we remember our fathers - living and dead - and thank God for the blessings He bestows on us through them. Let us honour our fathers in all we say and do. Happy Fathers’ Day.
Laudato si
Pope Francis issued his first encyclical, Laudato si’: on the care of our common home, during the past week. This is his latest expression of love for humanity, and he is once again urging every Catholic to expand his or her understanding of what it means to love our neighbours. Like previous popes, Francis urges that we protect the Creation that was given to us. And as we have come to expect, he places emphasis on the poor as those who suffer most - in this case, from the inequality of natural resource exploitation and natural disasters brought on by climate change. To return to caring about the planet, as native people once did, is to practise love fore neighbour on many levels.
St. Columbanus’ 1400th Anniversary
St. Columbanus (aka Columban) was a sixth century Irish monk born around 543. He became a monk at Bangor, Co. Down and later principal teacher there. In 591, desiring to ‘go on pilgrimage for Christ’ he set out with twelve companions and came to Burgundy. He established monasteries at Annegray, Luxeuil and Fontaine. Later he founded Bregenz in Austria and his greatest foundation at Bobbio, near Genoa, where he died in 615. He is remembered as one of the greatest Irish missionary monks and is revered across parts of Europe.
The 1400th anniversary of his death is being marked with national celebrations in Bangor and Armagh.
Parish Pilgrimage to Knock
Almost fifty people from our parish are set to travel to Knock on this coming Thursday, 25th June. A few seats are still available at the Parish Office. Cost €15.
RTÉ Nationwide: Those travelling to Knock may be interested to note that RTÉ Nationwide is broadcasting a feature on Knock Shrine on Monday, 22nd June at 7.00pm on RTÉ 1 television. The feature will provide an introduction for our pilgrims.
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.
Peace in Christ Retreat House
During the final weeks of Peace in Christ as the Diocesan House of Prayer, the sisters are hosting a number of “Open Afternoons”.
The Sisters invite the promoters and people of St. Patrick’s Parish who wish to visit Peace in Christ before its official closure on 30th June to an informal gathering on next Thursday, 25th June: 3.00pm – 5.00pm. It will be an opportunity to recall experiences, share memories and unite in a short prayer of thanksgiving. Light refreshments will be served. Those parishioners who will be unavailable because of the Parish Pilgrimage to Knock will be welcome to visit Peace in Christ between the same times on Tuesday, 23rd June.
Refurbishment of St. Patrick’s Church
Work is continuing on the roof. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. A special word of thanks to those who clean and dust the church before Mass each day. Without your help we could not continue with our daily Mass schedule. Please note that for health and safety reasons the church will be closed directly after daily Mass.
Pray For Our Deceased Friends
Recently Deceased: James Denby, Rathmoyle. Reposing at Johnston’s Funeral Home from 5.00pm to 7.00pm on Sunday. Funeral prayers at 10.15am on Monday followed by removal to St. Joseph’s Church, Foulkstown for Requiem Mass at 11.00am. Cremation afterwards at Newlands Cross Crematorium. Oliver Dunphy, Broguemakers Hill. Ann Kennedy, Rathfarnham. Mike Hennessy, died in Frankfurt. John Whelan, St. Patricks Centre, Kells Road.
Months Mind: Teresa Kelly (Sun 12.30)
Anniversaries: 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). Margaret & John McCarthy (Mon 9.30). Cait & Billy Barry (Tues 10.30). Molly Dwan (Wed 10.30). Jim & Nick Byrne (Fri 10.30). Eileen & Jim Rafter. William Costelloe. John Hayes. Liam Drohan. Thomas & John Phelan. Edward & Anne Whelan. Mary, Michael, Paddy & Anna Bowe. Johnny Nolan. Johanna O’Dwyer. Patrick Doheny. Betty & Patrick Sullivan . Phil Kavanagh. Bridget Brennan. Bridie Conroy. Eamonn, Frances, Padraig & Seamus Costelloe. Nora & Jerry Gray. Sheila McDonnell.
Intentions for next weekend: John Jo Traynor (Sat 6.15). John Kenny (Sat 7.00). Enda Cantwell (Sun 10.00). Ann Comerford (Sun 10.30). Sharon Galvin (Sun 11.00). Teresa Howe (Sun 12.00). Maureen Walsh (Sun 12.30).
Cemetery Masses
The annual Cemetery Mass at St. Kieran’s Cemetery will be celebrated on Friday, 26th June at 7.30pm.
The annual Cemetery Mass at Foulkstown will be celebrated on 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. Kavanagh Travel, Bridge Garage, Urlingford. Tel: 056 883 8833.
St. Vincent de Paul
The monthly collection for the local conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Society will take place at all Masses this weekend. Please support.
St. Mary’s Cathedral Draw
The fourth draw will take place in the Cathedral Chapter Room at 8.00pm on Wednesday, 24th June. We would respectfully remind those who subscribe monthly to submit their money by Tuesday. There are still nine draws to go: €90 in all or €10 per month. Tickets are available at the Parish Office.
Parish Centre Bridge
Every Tuesday from 2.30pm in the Parish Centre. Partner not required.
Church Gate Collection
The annual church gate collection in aid of Concern will take place on 27th/28th June.
St Lazerian's House, Bagenalstown
St Lazerian's House is a low dependency residential care unit in Bagenalstown for 20 older people. It is a registered charity and funded through grants from the HSE and a CE Scheme. The residents would like more involvement in social activities such as painting, music and crafts. Unfortunately within our current resources we cannot afford to fund this. We are looking for anyone with an interest in any of these areas who may be able to give their time on a voluntary basis, weekly, fortnightly or monthly. The residents enjoy meeting people and are looking forward to taking up some new hobbies. If you would like to visit St Lazerian's House to meet the residents or would like to discuss your interest in supporting us contact Marian Manning on 059 972 1146.
Parks Tennis
Coaching and fun for girls and boys aged 6 to 17 years of age. Just €20/€25 for two weeks. (Or 1 or 1 ½ hours tennis coaching and skills games per day depending on venue.) From 6th July to 31st July. For information call 085 282 8846 (6.00 - 8.00pm only).
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.
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.
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.
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.
