Ballindine Sat 9th 8.15pm Thomas & Winnie O’Connor and John & Tom Kiggins and Deceased of O’Connor Family,Pat & Sarah McHugh, Deceased of Waldron Family, Bob & Bridie Giblin, James & Catherine Kirrane and Mary Corcoran, Mary Nally.
Irishtown Sun 10th 12noon Johnny Neary (First Anniversary), John & Annie Devane, Margaret Quinn, Celia & John Kirrane and P.J. Horan, James A. Huane & deceased of family.
Ballindine Tues 12th 7.00pm People of the parish, living & dead
Irishtown Wed 13th 7.00pm Patrick and Sara Corless and sons Fr. Tom, Jimmy, Padraic and John.
Feast of St. Matthias – Apostle
Ballindine Thurs 14th 9.30am Private Intention
Irishtown Fri 15th 9.30am Private Intention
Ballindine Sat 16th 12.00noon  First Communion Mass
Ballindine Sat 16th 8.15pm Michael, Mary, Jim & Tommie Clarke, Michael Daly (Skevard), Maud Heneghan & deceased of family, Jimmy Kearns & deceased of family, Brian Higgins.
Ballindine Church: Tues 7.20 – 8.20pm
Eucharistic Adoration is held directly after Evening Mass in the Church.
If you are interested in becoming involved in this very special Church Ministry please contact Fr. O’Connor or any church sacristan, Thank you.
If you are over 17 years of age and are free the 20th-24th of July, why not volunteer to be a leader at this years Michaela Summer Camp for girls.
The camp will be held in The Hub, Knock Shrine. It truly is an inspiring and amazing week for both campettes and leaders.
If you are interested please apply online at <http://www. michaelafoundation.com> . If you have any questions please call the Youth Minisry in Knock on (094)9388100
Come to Holy Hill Hermitage for FREE. Young Adults Programme (18-35): Cost- FREE. Dates-1st Oct until 1st Dec 2015. Working retreats: Cost- 15hrs work a week.  Dates- Ongoing, so when can you come?
Hermits are provided with a comfortable hermitage with well stocked kitchen. The Young Adults Programme includes, mountain climbing, workshops, seminars, regular Mass, mountain biking, Eucharistic services, Eucharistic adoration, meditation, spiritual direction, contemplation, regular time for silent solitude.
Holy Hill Hermitage is a Catholic Diocesan Institute of Consecrated Life practicing Carmelite spirituality http://www.holyhill.ie , https://www.facebook.com/holyhillhermitage
Knock Counselling Centre provides a confidential Drop-In listening service for the local community and for visitors to Knock offering an opportunity to discuss personal issues in a confidential environment.
This service is available on Saturdays and Sundays, 11am to 5pm, from the end of April to October. Drop In appointments are often available mid-week also.
For further info Tel: 094 9375032 or call into the Centre which is located next to the Chapel of Reconcilation. A donation is requested towards the provision of this service.
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes, led by Archbishop Michael Neary from July 15th to July 21st. Contact Sheila Davin at 086-8664633 for details.
Diocesan Pilgrimage to the Holy Land - October 12th. 8 nights. With a Spiritual Director. Contact Therese 012410822 or John B 09328337.
Ballindine Sat 16th May @ 12noon
Refreshments will be served in the Community Centres after the Ceremonies. All are welcome.
Thursday 28th May @ 8pm in Ballindine Church
Father, you are creator of the universe and author of all that surrounds our lives.
Send us your Spirit of wisdom as we study, let our efforts lead us to a deeper knowledge of you, of your people and of your world.
May we find you, our Creator and Lord, our God and Saviour, in all things, Father, Son and Spirit. Amen.
Lough Derg Pilgrimage One Day Retreats continue on 3, 4, 9, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 23, 25, 25 of May.
Advance booking is essential. Three Day Pilgrimage begins on Friday 29th May.
You can begin the Three Day Pilgrimage any day between 29th May and 13th August. Pre-booking not required.
Contact Lough Derg 071 9861518 (from NI 00 353 71 9861518) or email info@loughderg.org.
The Poor Clares in Galway are hosting Monastic Experience Days on Saturday, 23rd of May and Saturday the 20th of June from 10am to 5pm. The days are designed to help young women between the ages of 21 and 40 to find out more about the Poor Clare way of life.
To book a place contact:Â poorclaresgalwayvocations@gmail.com
See Poster in Church porch.
The Offertory Collection this weekend will be given over to the Family Centre in Castlebar who care for families and individuals through: Marital/Family/Individual Counselling, Family Mediation, Bereavement Care, Free Legal Advice, Spiritual Direction and Education and Training Programmes.
Your generosity will be much appreciated.
Congratulations to Deborah Roche, Fallagherin, Irishtown & John Doherty, Dungloe, Donegal, who were married recently in Ballindine Church.
We welcome into the Christian Community Grace Nora Canny who was baptised recently in Irishtown Church and congratulate her parents Bernie & Ronan, Rockfort. Irishtown.
PARISH MEETING: Care & Maintenance Committee Meeting Tues 12th May @ 8pm in Parochial House, Bdine
The Diocesan Youth Council (DYC) would like to invite all young people to join them on their annual climb of Croagh Patrick Sat 16th May. Registration takes place at Our Lady’s Grotto, Murrisk at 10.30am.Â
Climb followed by a free BBQ. Suitable clothing and footwear essential as well as packed lunch. Parental consent necessary if u18yrs.Â
Contact Siobhán on 087-9271542 for more info or check http://www.facebook.com/tuamdyc
An Information Talk for Parents on how to help your teenagers deal with Exam Stress by Dr John Canavan Ph.D Psychologist Wed 13th May in Cúram Family Centre @ 8pm. There is no cover charge booking essential on 094 9362096.
Ballindine Tidy Towns have entered Mayo Anti-Litter League running from April to September.Â
Any help to keep Ballindine litter free would be a great help and much appreciated.
Envelopes for Ballindine Tidy Towns can be dropped into Ballindine P.O. up to 15th May. Many thanks to all who contributed so far, it is very much appreciated.
Michael English concert held in Claremorris Church recently was a huge success raising €11,200, after expenses, for Pieta House. Thanks to everyone who contributed to this great cause and to those who helped out in any way.
The Volunteer @ Knock Shrine (VAKS) programme will take place in Knock this Summer. The VAKS programme is for all over the age of 16 years old. It is an opportunity for you to come to Knock to volunteer for weekends over the Summer.
This is a great way to meet new friends, serve others, express your faith and have fun. You must be registered to take part in this programme.Â
We are currently looking for leaders and volunteers for this programme. So if you would like to do something different this Summer please get in touch with us for an application form
For more details please contact the Youth Ministry. Phone: 094 9388100 or Email: knockyouthministry@yahoo.ie. Closing date for applications is the 15th of May.
Age Action Ireland organises beginner computer classes for the over 55’s. Participants will be taught in small groups by trained volunteer tutors.
Classes run in Claremorris Family Resource Centre and cost €20 for a four week course for two hours per week.
To book a place call Age Action on 091 527831.
Due to popular demand Conversational Spanish classes commencing in Claremorris Family Resource Centre – if interested contact 094-9377838 for further details.
The Carers Association are providing QQI (FETAC) Level 5 Palliative Care module on 25th June one day a week for five weeks in Claremorris, Co Mayo. Â
For more info contact the training unit on 057 93 70221.
Coláiste Mheasca,an established Irish summer course taking place in Claremorris GAA Club, 29th June-10th of July for buachaillà agus cailinà (12-18yrs)
For further information and/or application form contact 087-9632563, emailcolaistemheasca@yahoo.ie or see our website http://www.colaistemheasca.com
SERVE churhgate collection in Ballindine/Irishtown next W/E16th/17th.
SERVE work in partnership with the Irish Redemptorists to support the vulnerable in the developing world.
Mayo Roscommon Hospice appeal for volunteers to help with National Sunflower Days for Hospice 5th & 6th June. Your support for local palliative care service would be greatly appreciated.Â
Contact 0949388666
Golf lessons for beginners at Claremorris Golf Club. Ladies lessons start Thurs 14th @ 7.30pm, Mens lessons start Sat 16th @ 6pm. Cost €40 for four 1 hour lessons.
Contact Chris at 094-9371527 to book.
(Posted on May 08, 2015)