First Sunday of Advent

Sat 26^th                  8:00 pm Francie Henry (M)

Sun 27^th                 10:00 am              Ann Devaney (A)

                                                11:30 am                      People of the Parish (M)

                                                                                                Rosary: Courtabbey Cemetery 

Mon 28^th               10:00 am              Dominic & Josephine Gilmartin, their

son Eddie & dr-in-law Catherine (M)  

Tues 29^th               10:00 am              Jimmy Maxwell (M)          

Wed 30^th               St Andrew (apostle)

                                                10:00 am              Holy Souls (A)

Thurs 1^st               10:00am               Peter & Agnes Gurney & dec’d. family (M)

Fri          2^nd                           10:00 am              Joseph & Mary Armstrong (M)

                                                8:00 pm Holy Souls (A)

Sat 3^rd                    10:00 am              Owen Lee, Carniara (M)

Second Sunday of Advent

Sat 3^rd                    8:00 pm John & Mary Brennan, M.breena Sth (M)

Sun 4^th   10:00 am              Eleanor & Patrick O’Brien (A)

                                                11:30 am                      People of the Parish (M)

READERS of THE WORD

Saturday 3^rd 8:00 pm Anthony Benson (A)

Sunday 4^th 10:00 am Eoin Mulkeen (A)

Sunday 4^th 11:30 am Michael Toolan (M)

1^st Reading Is 11:1-10. Psalms Ps 71.

2^nd Reading Rm 15:4-9. Gospel Mt 3:1-12.

READERS of Universal Prayer

Sunday 4^th 11:30 am Eire Finan (M)

December: Saturday Vigil Mass in Achonry 8pm.

Advent: A time to prepare for the coming of Jesus by living watchful lives.

First Sunday of Advent 27^th November: Focus: The Jesus who is born in time & history is also the Christ who will come in glory to judge all. – The season of Advent begins today with a call to perseverance & vigilance, as we prepare, not just to celebrate the historical event of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, but also to celebrate our central belief that Christ will come again in glory to judge all humanity. Our readings are chosen to help us reflect on this great truth & to be prepared for the coming of Christ.

SYMPATHY: We remember in our prayers at this time: Kathleen Benson (nee Hosey) Mullinabreena South, Sheila Connolly, Calry & England, (sister-in-law of the late Brigid McKim, Branchfield), Kathleen Brennan, Ballaghaderreen, (nee Battle, Branchfield).

May the Souls of the faithful departed rest in peace.

25 Drive in St Nathy’s Hall every Friday at 9pm. Fri 25^th; Winners: A. McSorley, L. Walsh, G. Connolly. Raffle: J. Kennedy, G. Connolly, L. Walsh, J. Browne.

Christmas Carol Service: In Achonry Church on Friday 15^th Dec at 8pm with the local Church of Ireland community. All are invited.

Set Dancing in St Nathy’s Hall every Thursday 8:30-10pm.

Social Dancing; St. Nathy’s Hall for beginners, Mondays at 8:30

Children's Christmas Party Sunday 11^th Dec. in St. Nathy’s Hall 4-6pm. Fun for all the family, proceeds in aid of Achonry N.S. Volunteers kindly welcomed.

UCC Online Certificate in Autism Studies: Registration for this part-time online course (Level 6 Cert) before Friday 16^th Dec. Full details & registration at www.ucc.ie/en/ace-caus/, or 0214904700.

Every Human Life is a Gift: Defending the Pro Life Amendment by Bishop Kevin Doran, Kate Bopp & Patrick Carr in King House Boyle on Monday 28^th November at 7:30pm. FAMILY & LIFE.

Concert: Rathbarron Church Friday 2^nd Dec at 8pm. Sligo Gospel Choir, Henry Gawley, Fr James McDonagh & Sisters. Mulled wine & mince pies in Coach-house afterwards.

Elves Christmas workshop & party, St Nathy's Hall, Sun Dec 18^th 1:30-5pm. Fully supervised fun in aid of Crumlin Childrens hospital. Details/book by email breegemcguinness@yahoo.com

I.C.A. Reunion: All former members of Mullinabreena branch of ICA interested in a Reunion are asked to contact Mary Keane at 0863703846.

Ceili: In St Nathy’s Hall on Thursday 15^th Dec 8:30- 11:30pm Music by the Laighney Ceili Band. Adm €10 Raffle & refreshments. All welcome.

Get ready for Christmas with an Evening of Pampering in Mullinabreena Hall on Wednesday 7^th Dec 7.30- 9.30pm. Fundraiser for Annual Christmas Party. Come along, relax & get a few ideas & tips on beauty, hair & relaxation. Adm €10.00.  Raffle on the night.

Mature Adults Christmas party Sunday 11^th Dec. (We are updating our listing for the Mature Adults Christmas party. If you wish to have your name included contact Roisin 0879807416 or Casey 0873945612.

The Cloonacool 25 Drive every Monday at 8:30pm. All welcome.

Cloonacool Community Centre A Christmas raffle, with a difference! Pick your envelope, priced between €0.01 & €10.00.  1^st prize €500, 2^nd €300, 3^rd €200. Tickets on sale from C. C. Committee.  Draw in Brennan's Lounge on December 3^rd.

Cloonacool Annual Christmas Party on Sunday 4^th December.  To book your place please contact Attracta on 0863058844.

Flower arranging Workshops for /Nov/Dec in Cloonacool Community Centre: A Wreath making Workshop on Wednesday 30^th Nov from 7-9pm. A Christmas Center-piece Workshop Wednesday 14^th Dec 7-9pm. For info call Martina: 0872403005.

Cloonacool Players take to the stage in the New Year in Jimmy Keary's hilarious comedy "Mother Knows Best".

Buninadden Commmunity Centre: Circuit training Tuesdays 8-9 pm. Badminton Wednesdays 8-9 pm. Social dancing Fridays 9.30 pm. Contact Pauline Scanlon 0872304815

Drummartin Indoor Country Market: (9km from Tubbercurry beside Joe Dan’s Pub) Every Saturday 10.30 to 12.30. Coffee shop: New coffee machine so people can enjoy Cappuccino, Espresso, Latte, or Hot Chocolate. Great selection of Home Baked Goods, Free Range Eggs, Organic Dexter Beef, Organic Lamb, Organic Vegetables, Bacon & Pork Products, Crafts, Honey,& Handmade Wicker Baskets. If anyone wishes to sell at market please contact Erin on: 086 3703145. Upcoming workshops (11 to 12) – Dec 3^rd Martina K making X-mas Wreaths Adults or Kids. Dec 10^th Anja making X-mas icicles & more, kids. Dec 17^th Sylvia making X-mas decorations, kids. All workshops €5pp. Christmas Markets on 3^rd, 10^th & 17^th Dec from 10.30 to 1.30. A variety of X-mas themed products on sale including gift sets, X-mas decorations, X-mas Trees, Holly, X-mas cakes, jams & lots of Christmas themed goodies. Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/DrummartinCountryMarket.

Coolaney / Mullinabreena GAA Club - A.G.M. will take place on Sunday 4^th Dec at 6pm, in St. Nathy's Hall. All members are welcome. October Lotto - Jackpot €4300, numbers 01, 19, 18, 25. No jackpot winner. Match 3 winner- Sylvia Gallagher, Lavagh.

The Fr. Peyton Centre Attymass is open 9.15 to 5.30 Monday to Friday, our restaurant is available for group bookings, for parties and family occasions. Our Bakery, bakes fresh every morning. You can contact us on 096 45374. Or better still come and visit.

Safeguarding of Children Policy: Information for Young People.

Each child in precious & shall be cherished & affirmed as a gift from God, with an inherent right to dignity of life & bodily integrity which shall be respected, nurtured & protected by all.

What should I do if someone hurts me? If someone hurts you, or makes you feel uncomfortable, you should always ask them to stop. - Say No, Run away from them, Phone for help, Tell an adult you trust or the leader of your activity. - It is never your fault if someone hurts you & you should never keep secrets about it. You can always contact any of the following:               Fr Joseph Gavigan, Ballaghderren: 094 9860797. Mrs. Teresa Curley, Edmondstown, 094 9860797/ 087 2208242. Confidential Garda Síochána Line.: 1800 666666. Barnardos: 1850 222300. The Samaritans: 1850 609090. HSE Duty Social Worker: Sligo 0719155133. Tubbercurry: 071 9120062. Castlebar: 0949042283 / 094 9042284. Swinford: 094 9042283. Ballina: 09621511 Boyle: 0719662087            Castlerea: 0906637851 Roscommon: 090663781

The Garda Síochána are to be contacted after office hours.

Abuse is a serious matter & there are 5 main types of abuse.

Physical: Hitting, kicking, shaking, or hurting a person physically

Emotional: Making a child feel unloved, stupid or scared

Sexual: Anyone using a child to satisfy their own sexual needs or those of others. It may be touching or exposing private parts or images.

Neglect: Depriving a child of food, warmth, affection, or love.

Bullying: Repeated physical abuse, verbal of psychological aggression directed by an individual or a group against others or attempts to exclude a person from a group.

CONFESSIONS: During the season of Advent, there are usually many opportunities for the faithful to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This is offered so that people can truly be prepared to fruitfully celebrate the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ, as well as to prepare for his coming at the end of time. Now is the time to prepare. We can use this time to reflect on what we have done & what we still need to do so we may be reconciled with God.

    Let us take advantage of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Some may wonder why this is so important. In this Sacrament our sins are forgiven & we are reconciled to God & our brothers & sisters in Christ. What could be more important?! This is exactly what Jesus points out to us, in some of the Gospel passages. The parable of the Lost Sheep shows how the shepherd rejoices when one sheep that was lost is found & brought back into the fold.

    Advent is an ideal time to reconcile ourselves with God. We are preparing to celebrate anew the birth of the Lord-a time that signaled a new day for humanity; the day of salvation. The promise & hope of this day is renewed each time we participate in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Let us avail ourselves of this wonderful & grace-filled Sacrament to help prepare within ourselves a more welcoming home for Jesus.

Family Carers Ireland will run Care of the Older Person as part of the QQI FETAC Level 5 in Sligo, for further information please contact the Training Unit on 0579370221

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje. Group Leader: Tom Moran. 23^rd August 2017, 7 nights half board in Guesthouse close to St. James’ Church. €719 per person inclusive. €100 discount if paid by 9^th Dec 2016. Includes full religious programme. Day flights from Knock Airport – Mostar. Including return airport transfers to Medjugorje. Joe Walsh Tours Further info. from Tom Moran 086 0815635