Advent has a twofold character, for it is a time of preparation for the Feast of Christmas, in which the First Coming of the Son of God to humanity is remembered, and likewise a time when, by remembrance of this, minds and hearts are led to look forward to Christ’s Second Coming at the end of time.
For these two reasons, Advent is a period of devout and expectant delight.
The weekdays from 17 December up to and including 24 December are ordered in a more direct way to preparing for the Birth of the Lord.
Sat 2pm – Island Mass – Martin Calvey (Station Mass).
Sat 6.45pm – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
Sat 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.
Tues 10am – Michael & Alice Conway (Gorthbrack).
Wed 10am – Holy Souls.
Wed 7pm – Bangor.
Thurs 7pm – Paddy & Bridget Ginty (Bunmore).
Congratulations to the winners of the November Draw
1st Prize - €40 – Pat & Annie Calvey, Innisbiggle.
2nd Prize - €30 – Francis & Margaret Sweeney, Castlehill.
3rd Prize - €20 – Ena Conway, Aughness.
Please remember to return the Yellow/Building Fund envelope. December Draw – Sun 28th Dec. If you’re not in, you cannot win!
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 – John Keane (Birthday Remembrance) Nottingham/Knockmoyleen.
Mon 1.30pm – Island Mass – Senior Citizens Christmas Mass & Party.
Our Beloved Dead – Please pray for the souls of
Delia Ivory (Canada), sister of Pat Gallagher, Shranamonragh.
May they rest in peace. Amen.
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.
Adult readers – Please collect readings (book) from Fr Chris for next Sunday
Readers
Scoil Naomh Bhride
Eucharistic Ministers
Mary Masterson, Christina Togher
Servers
Drumgallagh N.S
Readers
Jade McDowell
Eucharistic Ministers
Geraldine Murray, Noreen Grealis
Servers
Drumgallagh N.S
Checkers
John C
Readers
Drumgallagh N.S
Eucharistic Ministers
Geraldine Murray, Catheriona Keane
Servers
Scoil Naomh Bhride
Readers
Kate Butler
Eucharistic Ministers
Bernie Hough, Mary Bradley
Servers
Scoil Naomh Bhride
Checkers
Chris M
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.
Congrats to Peadar and the Ballycroy Football Team who won promotion from division 1F by defeating Islandeady 0-10 to 1-3 in an excellent match last Sunday.
Congrats to the Management Team & we must not forget the WAG’s roaring their team to success.
Ballycroy GAA - Ballycroy GAA Club's AGM will be held in the community hall on Thursday 8th Jan 2015 at 8pm. Please submit any motions to a Club Officer at least 3 days in advance of meeting.
Ballycroy GAA Club's Dinner & Dance Night will be held in Mulranny Park Hotel at 8pm on Sat 27th December. Adults €30, U18s €20.Tickets are on sale in Keane’s, Cleary’s, N59 & Post Office.
Last day for ticket sales is Dec 20th.
Christmas Card Game in the N59 Fri 5th Dec at 8.30pm. Single Hand. Lots of Prizes.
Ballycroy Foróige - Registration Night - Fri 5th Dec in Community Centre, 7.30-8pm.
For young people aged 12 – 18 years, Membership Fee €20 per person, €30 per family
"Mayo Stoma Group†are having their Christmas dinner at the Bay Leaf Restaurant in Horkan's Garden centre, Turlough on Sat 6th Dec at 2.30pm.
Special guest will attend. Phone 094 9038407 to confirm.
Umbra Clothing Collection – Thurs 4th December before 12noon in the Community Centre.
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.
Children’s Set Dancing - in the Community Centre - Monday 6 – 7pm.
Bangor Hall Committee/GAA - Bingo in Bangor Hall Tuesday evening at 8.30pm.
Community Centre Lotto Draw – 14-16-19-21. Winner – No Winner. Next Weeks Jackpot €1100.00
Match 3 No.s – Shane Mc, Claggan. Willie Sweeney. Fr Chris. Maria Masterson, Tallagh. Lucky Dip – Sean Ginty, Lettra. Ann Masterson, Lettra.
25 Drive in Clearys on Thursday night at 9pm. Bring your own Partner, 2 rounds. All welcome.
Ballycroy Bord Na Og Lotto – 5-6-11-27. Jackpot Winner; No Winner. Nest Weeks Jackpot - €2600.
Match 3 winner – No Winner. Lucky Dip – Sadhbh Grealis, Claggan. Gary & Breege Ginty, Bunmore.
December Checkers – Fiona Cafferkey, Noreen Grealis.
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 – Tel. The Help-line 085 1305390. You are not alone in your need for help.
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 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 30, 2014)