Ballycroy Parish Newsletter 23 November- 30November 2014

Ballycroy News (Local Community)


Christ The King- Last Sunday of the Year

  • Sat 6.45pm – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. 7.35pm –Rosary. All Welcome. Please come along and pray for the intentions of our Parish.

  • Sat 8pm – Sonny Grealis – Dec’d Grealis/Calvey Families (Lettra).

  • Sun 11am – John Brown (Moycullen, Co Galway husband of Maureen Finn,Creggane).

  • Sun 12noon – Funeral Mass - Frank Kavanagh, London.

  • Tues 7pm – Nora & Patsy Gallagher (Dooniver, Achill).

  • Wed 10am – Margaret Smith, Patrick, Paul & Dec’d Family (Cavan).

  • Thurs 7pm – William, Mary Togher & Dec’d Togher Family (Creggane).

  • Fri 10am – Holy Souls.

  • Sat 4pm – Baptism – Baby John Carolan.

Church Building Fund

Please remember to return the yellow/Building Fund envelope. November Draw – Sun 30th

if you’re not in, you cannot win!

First Sunday of Advent

  • Sat 2pm – Island Mass – Martin Calvey (Station Mass).

  • Sat 6.45pm – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.

  • 7.35pm –Rosary. All Welcome. Please come along and pray for the intentions of our Parish.

  • Sat 8pm – Michael & Bridie Leneghan, Paddy & Annie Sweeney.

  • Sun 11am – Kate, Jim, Hannah, Michael & James Conway (Gortbrack).

  • Sun 12.15 – Bangor.

Our Beloved Dead

Please pray for the souls of

  • Brigid McLoughlin, Sandhill, Newport.

  • Jack McHugh, Shranamonragh.

  • John James, Buffalo, USA, (late husband of Mary O’Donnell, Claggan).

  • Frank Kavanagh, London/Knockmoyleen, (late husband of Christina).

May they rest in peace. Amen.

Adult readers – Please collect readings (book) from Fr Chris for next Sunday

Sat 22nd November

Readers

Scoil Naomh Bhride

Eucharistic Ministers

Mary Sweeney, Noreen Grealis

Servers

Drumgallagh N.S

Sun 23rd November

Readers

Brown Family

Eucharistic Ministers

Mary Masterson, Mary Bradley

Servers

Drumgallagh N.S

Checkers

Michael H

Sat 29th November

Readers

Scoil Naomh Bhride

Eucharistic Ministers

Mary Masterson Christina Togher

Servers

Drumgallagh N.S

Sun 30th November

Readers

Jade McDowell

Eucharistic Ministers

Geraldine Murray, Noreen Grealis

Servers

Drumgallagh N.S

Checkers

John Campbell

If you’re unable to read on your particular Saturday or Sunday please inform Fr Chris as early as possible or find a replacement. Sincere thanks for your co-operation.

Mass for the First Holy Communion Children

The next special Mass for the First Holy Communion Children will take place Saturday 13th Dec, at 7pm. It is also the evening when we have our Nativity Play and The Senior Citizens Mass.

The Christmas Party will follow in the Hall.

Baptism

Baptism – We welcome into our Christian Community, Baby Leo Hedouin.

Congratulations – Blessings be with you today and every day to come …… with truth and beauty may you follow a path.

Umbra Clothing Collection

Umbra Clothing Collection – Thurs 4th December before 12noon in the Community Centre.

Drumgallagh N.S, Christmas 25 Card Game

Drumgallagh N.S, Christmas 25 Card Game, (Partners) in the Hall on Friday 28th Nov at 8.30pm. Lots of prizes. Please support. Admin €10.

Pulsewave Ireland

Pulsewave Ireland – provide non-invasive heart & artery screenings to identify if people are at risk of Heart attack or Stroke, available in the TF Hotel Castlebar Thurs 27th Nov, Hotel Ballina Fri 28th Nov.

Call 087 7151623 to make appointment.

Mens Indoor Bowls Team

Mens Indoor Bowls Team at Belmullet Sports Complex needs new members; they meet every Thurs evening 8-10.15pm. Enquiries to Joe 087 6474156.

Western Care 25 Card Game

Western Care 25 Card Game (Singles) for the Newport Centre – in Nevins Tiernaur Friday 28th Nov, 8pm sharp. Admin €10.

Monster Christmas Bingo for Western Care takes place in the TF Castlebar Nov 30th Doors open at 2pm €10,000 prize fund.

Contact Tom Tarmey 0862202169.Bus services available from all parts of the county.

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje – Group Leader – Marita Concannon 16th September 2015 €699pp.

Early booking offers – Day flights ex – Knock Airport.

For more information contact Marita Concannon – 098 64017 or 089 4146331

Vineyard

The next edition of The Vineyard will be with you in time for Christmas.

If you have any articles, photos, or advertising you would like included contact us by email to reception@newmanii.com Deadline is Friday Nov 28th.

Children’s Set Dancing

Children’s Set Dancing - in the Community Centre - Monday 6 – 7pm.

Bangor Hall Committee/GAA

Bangor Hall Committee/GAA - Bingo in Bangor Hall Tuesday evening at 8.30pm.

Community Centre Lotto

Community Centre Lotto Draw – 1-8-15-16. Winner – Vincent Moran, Drumslide.

25 Drive

25 Drive in Clearys on Thursday night at 9pm. Bring your own Partner, 2 rounds.

All are welcome.

Ballycroy Bord Na Og Lotto

Ballycroy Bord Na Og Lotto – 5-6-8-26. Jackpot Winner; No Winner. Next weeks Jackpot €2550

Match3winner – No Winner.

Lucky dip – Mary Cafferkey, Aileen & Katie Cafferkey. Nov Checkers; Marie McGowan & Mary Sweeney.

Bequest

Bequest – Please remember the Parish in your Will.

If you have made your Will or preparing to make your Will, please remember your Parish Church. Your name/soul will be remembered every day in our prayers and masses.

Religious Catholic TV Channel – SKY EWTN Channel-589 – Daily Mass, Rosary, Reflections, Meditations. Live coverage of the Pope and his travels.

St Vincent de Paul

St Vincent de Paul – Tel. The Help-line 085 1305390.

You are not alone in your need for help.

Keeping Children Safe

Keeping Children Safe – The Diocese of Killala is fully committed to keeping children safe.

If you have any concerns around their safety in any circumstance please contact your Local Safeguarding Representative (details on the Church Notice Board) or the Diocesan Confidential number; 087-3664350.

Gaol Siar Soaps & Candles

Gaol Siar Soaps & Candles made with the plants of Erris Available from Shevlins & Slainte Health food store, Belmullet.

Contact 087 2169625 or eolas@gaolsiar.com

Parish Newsletter - Please hand in all notices by Thursday morning at 11am.



(Posted on Nov 22, 2014)

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