Irishtown Sat 19th 8.15pm James & Margaret McManus, John & Nora McManus and Baby Roy, Mary St.Hilaire & John Joyce, Bridgie Prendergast & deceased of family,
Ballindine Sun 20th 12.00noon Mary Delia Hopkins, & deceased of family, Tom McHugh (Skevarde).
Ballindine Tues 22nd 7.00pm People of the parish, living & dead
Irishtown Wed 23rd 7.00pm Private Intention
Ballindine Thurs 24th 9.30am Celia Flattery
Irishtown Friday 25th 9.30am Private Intention
Ballindine Friday 25th 1.00pm Wedding Mass
Ballindine Sat 26th 12.30pm Wedding Mass
Irishtown Sat 26th 8.15pm Pat & Mary McTighe and Celia and deceased of family, Patrick & Sara Corless and sons Fr. Tom, Jimmy, Padraic & John, Mike & Mary Pollard and daughter Mary Crotty.
Ballindine Wed 6pm-8.00pm
Irishtown Wed 7.20pm – 8.20pm
Killeen : Bernadine & Joe Waldron, Friday 24 Oct. & 8 pm
First Communion parents/guardians from Ballindine and Irishtown are invited to an introduction meeting on the “Do This in Memory Programme “on Tuesday 21st October @ 8pm in Ballindine School Gym, with facilitator Mary Connell.
Please make every effort to attend this important meeting.
An information meeting for parents/guardians of children from Ballindine and Irishtown who wish to make their Confirmation next February, will take place on Wednesday 22nd October at 8pm in Ballindine N.S. Gym, with facilitator Mary Connell.
Please make every effort to attend this important meeting.
Harvest Thanksgiving €1,920
A sincere thank you to all involved in last weekend`s Harvest Masses. To the school children who helped us celebrate the Harvest in a very meaningful way, and their parents who donated produce for sale afterwards. To those who decorated the churches and arranged displays and to everyone who brought and purchased produce.
Your donation of €1,920 was very gratefully received by the RoisÃn Tansey Trust Fund.
A special Celebration of significant marriage anniversaries will be held in Tuam Cathedral this Sunday 19th Oct. at 3pm At this ceremony there will be renewal of marriage vows, and each couple will receive a candle and Prayer Card in remembrance of the occasion.
Refreshments afterwards in St. Jarlath`s College.
All welcome to attend.
This Sunday is World Mission Day 19th October – All offertory donations this weekend will be given to the Missions.
Pope Francis reminds us that this is a privileged moment when the faithful of various continents engage in prayer and concrete gestures of solidarity in support of the young Churches in mission lands.
Please help World Missions Ireland to be able to share the gift of faith through your prayer and financial support of the missions.
Volunteer needed for Children`s Liturgy at 12noon Mass in Ballindine, training will be provided. Tel: 087-2555007. Children explore the Gospel in their own language & offer their artwork at the Altar during Mass.
Family and Life Meeting in Defence of the Family at St. John's Rest and Care Centre, Knock on Tuesday Oct 28th at 7:30pm.
Guest Speaker: David Quinn, Iona Institute and Catholic Comment – All are welcome to attend.
A new Pastoral Council for our parish is to be set up for the four years 2014-2019. A brochure will be delivered to every home in the parish, inviting people to nominate persons to go forward for the new Council.
Each family is asked to nominate two people – one man and one woman and at least one under 35 years. Closing date for nominations is Sunday 26th Oct.
If you wish to obtain extra Nomination Forms please pick one up in the church.
Thank You.
Ballindine Community Centre is available for meetings, functions etc., please tel: 087-4113902 to book.
SET DANCING in Ballindine Centre Tuesdays @ 9pm - Beginners welcome.
Supervisory Management FETAC Level 6 Duration: 5 Days – Oct 25th Nov 1st 8th 15th & 22nd Times: 9.30am-4.30pm Train the Trainer FETAC Level 6 Start Date: October 14th 2014 - Duration: 4 Days – Oct 14th 21st 28th & Nov 4th Times: 9.00am-5.00pm
To book a place tel: 094-9365987 or Email: training@mayoabbey.ie
Dyslexia Assoc. hold weeking workshop classes every Monday 5.45 – 7,45pm in Castlebar.
Children with Dyslexia from 3rd Class National School – 3rd year Secondary School receive tuition from qualified & dedicated teachers.
Tel: 087-6353775 for further info.
Val Glynn, Ballindine will be taking part in the Dublin City Marathon Oct 27 - ALL FUNDS raised will be donated to the RoisÃn Tansey Trust Fund - Sponsorship cards in local outlets.
HAPPYTOTS PLAYGROUP are organising a Fun Run/Walk this Sunday 19th Oct @2pm. Entry fee €8 per adult, €2 per child.
Registration at the Community Centre, Irishtown from 1pm.
All are welcome to come along and participate.
Curam morning & Evening classes include Cookery, Yoga, Pilates, Stress Management/Personal Development. Please contact the centre 094 9362096.
Rainbows/Spectrum is a programme for children and young people (17-18 years) who are grieving a death, separation or other painful loss in the family.
Starting in Cúram Claremorris on Monday 3rd Nov. @ 6.30pm. Parents information night – Thurs 16th Oct @ 8pm.
Booking essential. Contact 094 9362096.
Bri Brain Injury Support Group meeting Mon 20th Oct in Le Cheile Family Resource centre, Tucker St, Castlebar at 7.30pm - 9pm for people who have experienced a trauma to the head.
Information on services in the locality and support to the family, friends and person who is going through this. Tel: 094 90 25126
BALLINDINE/IRISHTOWN ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION: Next meeting on Tuesday, 21 October, at 8.30.p.m. in Ballindine Community Centre. Art class continues on Monday evening. Tuition on Internet Banking to commence shortly.
New members very welcome.
Best Will in the World Week 20th - 24th Oct
Solicitors across the country offer Will consultations for a fee of €50.00
For more information contact Citizens Information Centre, Curam, Claremorris on 076 1076080
FOUND: Ladies/Child`s gold ring with diamond flower design at Ballindine Church – owner contact 087-9793747
Claremorris Family Resource Centre, Mount St., Claremorris: see LEAFLET ON CHURCH NOTICE BOARDS
Parent and Toddlers meet every Thursday morning at 10 00 a.m. in Curam. New members welcome. Please contact Curam at 094-9360296.
(Posted on Oct 17, 2014)