The Ascension of the Lord

Sat 27^th                  8:00 pm Michael James & Kathleen Davey

& dec’d family (M)

Sun 28^th                 10:00 am              Mass for all Students doing exams (A)

                                                        11:30 am              People of the Parish (M)

Mon 29^th               10:00 am              Private Intention (M)

Tues 30^th               10:00 am              Morning Prayer (M)

Wed 31^st                The Visitation of the BVMary

10:00 am        Private Intention (A)

Thurs 1^st               St Justin (martyr)

10:00 am        Private Intention (M)

Fri 2^nd                    Ss Marcellinus & Peter (martyrs)

10:00 am        Mickey & Evelyn Gannon (M)

8:00 pm          Margaret Mooney (nee Brennan) (A)

Sat 3^rd                    St Kevin (abbot)

10:00 am        Special Intention (M)

12:00 pm        Peter Wims, London & Achonry (A)

Pentecost Sunday

Sat 3^rd                    8:00 pm Winnie Duffy, her brother Pat &

parents Pat & Catherine (M)

Sun 4^th                   10:00 am              Michael & Bridget Gannon (A)

                                                        11:30 am              People of the Parish (M)

READERS of THE WORD

Saturday 3^rd 8pm Anthony Benson (A)

Sunday 4^th 10am Eugene Henry (A)

Sunday 4^th 11:30am Sophie Coleman (M)

1^st Reading Acts 2:1-11. Psalm Ps 103.

2^nd Reading 1 Cor 12:3-7. Gospel Jn 20:19-23.

Reader of Universal Prayer

Sunday 4^th 11:30am Laoise Gannon (M)

The Ascension of the Lord 28^th May: Focus: We are assured of the power of God in our lives – the same power that raised Christ from the dead. – Jesus did not leave us orphans after his ascension into heaven. He is with us always, leading & guiding us by the power of the Holy Spirit. Jesus speaks to us directly in & through sacred Scripture, & works to strengthen & nourish us through the graces of the sacraments so we may grow in holiness.

Mass on Sunday 28^th at 10am in Achonry for all students doing exams.

As we approach this stressful time of year for exam students and their parents please remember the words of a school principal in Singapore who wrote this letter to the parents.....

Dear Parents,

The exams of your children are about to start soon. But please do remember, among the students who will be sitting the exams there is an artist, who doesn't need to understand maths. There is an entrepreneur, who doesn't care about english literature or history. There's a musician whose chemistry marks won't matter. There's a sportsperson whose physical fitness is more important than physics.

If you child gets top marks, that's fantastic. But if they don't please do not take away their self-confidence & dignity from them. Tell them its Ok; it's just an exam. They are cut out for much bigger things in life. Tell them that no matter what they score, you love them & will not judge them. Please do this, & when you do, watch your children conquer the world. One exam or low marks won’t take away their dreams or talent. And please do not think that doctors & engineers are the only happy people in the world!     With Warm Wishes,     The Principal

Community/Village Enhancement

PHOTOGRAPH EXHIBITION & HISTORY DISPLAY in St Nathy’s Hall on Sunday 28^th May 2-6pm. Come along & meet neighbours & friends & see many reminders of bygone years. Refreshments served. Contact Martin Rogan, Claire Brennan, Anne Marie Gorman, Elaine Conroy, Ml Toolan, J Ruttledge, Bernie Finan.

Achonry NS Parents Association are holding their Annual Clothes Collection in June. Time: Fri 23^rdJune 3- 4pm Achonry NS, & 8-9pm St Nathy’s Hall Mullinabreena. Sat 24^th June 10am-12 Noon St Nathy’s Hall. Mullinabreena. Items Accepted: All clothing including Underwear, Bed linen, Towels, Curtains, Footwear, Hand Bags, Belts, Soft Toys. NOT Accepted: Pillows, Duvets & Mats. Keep Packing & pass the word on to extended family, neighbours & friends, & put a big effort in. For Collections Ring 087 6312980.

25 Drive in St Nathy’s Hall every Friday at 9pm. Fri 26^th; Winners: J. Brennan, M. McCarthy, L. Walsh, M. Maher. Raffle: P. Cryan, J. Browne, J. Browne. Winners of Winter League: 1^st L. Walsh, 2^nd N. McHugh, 3^rd J. Brennan. The game on Friday 26^th is the last one ‘til September.

SOCIAL DANCING; In St. Nathy’s Hall on Mondays at 8pm for beginners, & for all others at 9pm.

World Communications Day will be celebrated on Sunday 28 May – the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord.  Pope Francis has chosen the theme 'Fear not, for I am with you» (Is 43:5): Communicating Hope and Trust in our Time' for this year's message. 

In his message Pope Francis is encourages individuals & communities to engage in constructive forms of communication that reject prejudice towards others, & to foster a culture of encounter, helping all of us to view the world around us with realism & trust.

Pope Francis says that he is convinced that we have to break the vicious circle of anxiety & stem the spiral of fear resulting from a constant focus on "bad news" (wars, terrorism, scandals & all sorts of human failure). This has nothing to do with spreading misinformation that would ignore the tragedy of human suffering, nor is it about a naive optimism blind to the scandal of evil.  Rather, he proposes that all of us work at overcoming that feeling of growing discontent & resignation that can at times generate apathy, fear or the idea that evil has no limits.  Moreover, in a communications industry which thinks that good news does not sell, & where the tragedy of human suffering & the mystery of evil easily turn into entertainment, there is always the temptation that our consciences can be dulled or slip into pessimism.

Pope Francis goes on to say that he would like, then, to contribute to the search for an open & creative style of communication that never seeks to glamourize evil but instead to concentrate on solutions & to inspire a positive & responsible approach on the part of its recipients.  He asks everyone to offer the people of our time storylines that are at heart "good news". See link to the full text on www.catholicbishops.ie

Cleaners Wanted: RHS Home & Office Cleaning Service are looking for staff in Roscommon, Galway, Mayo, Sligo & Leitrim for domestic & office cleaning duties. Apply with CV to: jobs@rhshomecare.ie

Lough Derg: One day retreats in May, August & September, adm €40. Three day Pilgrimages from 1^st June to 13^th August, adm €70.

Achonry Diocesan 3 Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg: From 17^th to 19^th July. For more info contact Fr John Maloney 086 2470794. See notice at church door

Cloonacool 25 Drive at 9 pm each Monday Cloonacool C.Centre.

Clothes collection 28^th May at Community Centre.

An evening in honour of Lisa Maloney, our beautiful Sligo Rose & Clodagh Gavigan, her Rosebud, on Friday 16^th June at 8.15pm in Cloonacool C.C. A relaxed social evening with refreshments & a chance to meet Lisa & Clodagh. Donations on the night, if people wish to contribute to Lisa's campaign. All our welcome.

Drummartin Indoor Country Market: (9km from Tubbercurry beside Joe Dan’s Pub) Every Saturday 10.30 to 12.30. Coffee shop:  Great value on hot beverages & cakes. Home baked goods, free range eggs, organic Dexter beef, organic lamb, & organic vegetables by Crimlin Farm & Reggie’s Veggies, bacon & pork products, & a great selection of crafts. New to the Market: Seville marmalade, new meat products from Tower Valley Farm, & we have a new bread baker, giving us a great selection of breads. facebook.com/DrummartinCountryMarket

Are you an adult considering a return to education or wishing to explore a different future for yourself? MSLETB Sligo Adult Guidance in Education Service invites you to our Three-Day Workshop in North Connaught College, Tubbercurry from Tues 6^th – Thurs 8^th June, 10am-1pm daily. Guest Speaker, Bernie Gillespie, who is a “3 Principles” facilitator & works with people to help them connect with their natural sense of worth & peace. For further details & application forms contact our Quay Street Office on 071-9138410 or email emmagray@msletb.ie

Closing date for receipt of application: Wednesday, 31^st May

Dublin / Kildare Group for Christmas Pilgrimage to the Holy Land 20^th – 28^th Dec 2017 (Last Remaining Seats) for 8 nights. Ex Dublin. Taking in Bethlehem, Jerusalem (Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, Last Supper Room and Calvary), Mount Tabor, Cana, Nazareth, Jericho, River Jordan, Dead Sea & Sea of Galilee. Contact James Treacy 061-921470 or 0860572216

Is God Calling You to the Priesthood in the Diocese of Achonry? “Do not be afraid of what God asks of you! Be Brave! It is worth saying yes to God! In God’s call we find our joy and fulfilment!” (Pope Francis) If you feel you might have a calling to serve God in the Diocese of Achonry as one of its priests, we would love to hear from you. If you’ve ever thought about it – talk about it! Christ needs you! Contact Our Vocations Director, Fr Paul Kivlehan, The Presbytery, Ballaghaderreen. Tel. 094-986 0011, Mobile 086 0858889, E-mail pkivlehan@achonrydiocese.org or contact any local priest.

Irish Summer Courses-Junior Cert 24^th-28^th July 10am-2pm. Leaving Cert 31^st July-4^th Aug 10am-2pm. Please contact Siobhán Leonard on 0874510572 for booking or further information.

ACCORD Charlestown is celebrating its 40^th Anniversary on 11^th June & are compiling a list of former members & volunteers, if you have offered your services over the years please get in touch: 094 9254944 or accordcharlestown@gmail.com.

Killala- Achonry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes with Bishops Fleming & Kelly. Spiritual Directors: Fr. Doherty, Killala, & Fr. Maloney Achonry. 23^rd- 28^th August, departs from Knock Airport, 5 nights full board in Hotel Agena. €710- (single room supplement applies). For bookings contact Pilgrim Section: Michael Walkin, Ballina, JWT representative on 086-6080763. Assisted/Invalid Pilgrim Section: Eileen O’Brien on 086-4013897

Would you like to join the North West Hospice Mini marathon Team. Can you run walk or jog in aid of them in this year’s Women's Mini Marathon on Monday June 5^th.  We will have a bus travelling so transport is available. To sign up today & get your registration pack please email info@northwesthospice.ie or call 071 9170523. To maintain the current level of service, we must raise €1 million every year through fundraising events, donations & bequests.  This is a huge challenge which we can only achieve through the generous support of individuals & organisations in our community so we would really appreciate your support.

Attention: Parents/guardians of children from 4yrs of age & starting Primary school require. These vaccines are free from your GP for children living in the North West. If your child has not received these two vaccines please arrange an appointment with your GP before they start school. It is never too late to catch up on missed vaccinations. More information @ www.immunisation.ie

Child Protection Policy for Achonry Diocese: See posters at Church door.

Free Gym Membership! Free when you attend our FREE Sports Industry & Gym Instructor Studies course at National Learning Network. If you have an additional support need & are registered with the Department of Social Protection you could be entitled to the free training. Contact: Castlebar@nln.ie; (094) 9022770.

Sligo Cancer Support Centre 53 Ard Ashling, Tubbercurry We invite people to come & see our facilities & learn more about the Support Services we provide for people diagnosed with cancer & their families.

PINK Clothes recycling unit at St. Nathy's Hall: The pink Recycling unit located at St. Nathy's, which is supplied by Textiles Ireland Ltd. & maintained by Sligo Co. Co., brings in a substantial amount of money for St. Nathy's Hall. So if you have clothes for recycling, please use the PINK RECYCLING UNIT at St. Nathy's Hall if at all possible. Many thanks.

Lough Derg 2017:  Season opens for One Day Retreats on Monday 1^st May. Retreats continue on May 6, 7, 9, 13, 14, 16, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 & 29. Advance booking is essential. Tel. 071 9861518 (from NI 0035371 9861518) or email info@loughderg.org. The Three Day Pilgrimage season begins on Thursday 1^st June, pre-booking not required. You are invited to walk in the spiritual footsteps of your ancestors & be part of the unbroken link of Lough Derg as a place of continuous prayer for over 50 generations (1,500 years).