Second Sunday of Lent

Sat 7^th                    8:00 pm Mary Kate & Patrick O’Donnell (M)

Sun 8^th   10:00 am              Tommy Stenson (A)

Mon 9^th                  St Frances of Rome (religious)

10:00 am        Geraldine & Paddy Hannon (M)

                                                7:00 pm Special Intention (A)

Tues 10^th               10:00 am              Bridget & Frank Gannon (M)

                                                7:00 pm Private Intention (A)          

Wed 11^th               St Aengus (bishop & abbot)

10:00 am        Private Intention (M)

7:00 pm          Private Intention (A)

Thurs 12^th             10:00 am              Sonny Henry (M)

                                                                        7:00 pm                             Private Intention (A)

Fri          13^th         10:00 am              Private Intention (M)

                                                                        7:00 pm                             Private Intention (A)

Sat 14^th                  10:00 am              Private Intention (M)

Third Sunday of Lent

Sat 14^th                  8:00 pm Patrick & Agnes Moran, son Paul

& Sr Maria Christopher Berreen (M)

Sun 15^th                 10:00 am              Peter & Josephine Brennan

& dec’d. family (A)

Readers of the Word

Saturday 14^th March 8pm: Ella Finan (M)

Sunday 15^th March 10am: Orla Scanlon (A)

1^st Reading Ex 7:3-7. Psalm Ps 94.

2^nd Reading Rm 5:1-2, 5-8. Gospel Jn 4:5-429.

2^nd Sunday of Lent 8^th March: Focus: A holy encounter with God calls us to act on our faith. – When Peter witnesses the transfiguration of Jesus, & the appearance of Moses & Elijah, his first instinct is to ‘freeze that moment,’ by providing tents for the three of them. But that encounter, like any encounter with God’s majesty & providence, is not meant to be frozen or hidden in a tent. It is meant to move us forward in, & to act upon, our faith.

SYMPATHY: We remember in our prayers at this time: Nuala Grant, Malahide, Dublin, (niece of Padraig Gilmartin, Rinbane). Nuala was tragically killed after being hit by a van while out jogging near her home.  

May the Souls of the faithful departed rest in peace.

WEEKEND MASSES: 7^th – 29^th March

Saturday 8pm: Mullinabreena. Sunday 10am: Achonry.

MASS SERVERS

Achonry Saturday 8pm 14^th March: All available servers

Mullinabreena Sunday 10am 15^th March: All available servers

Sacramental Preparation Mass; Sunday 15^th at 10am in Achonry.

Sunday 10 am Mass: Once again we will present a candle, prayer leaflets & a chalice to a family each week (the chalice to be returned the following week). The family will pray for the community during their designated week. Sunday 8^th March Achonry, Harding family, Sunday 15^th Gallagher family.

Pastoral Council (Prayer & Planning) Wed 11^th 8pm in Parochial House

Marian Laity: Meeting in Parochial House Thurs 12^th March 7:45pm.

Congratulations to the 22 pupils from Achonry confirmed this weekend in the parish. Thanks to the school staff for all the preparations.

GAA Club - Monthly meeting takes place on Tuesday 10^th March at 9.30pm, in Coolaney Community Centre

Missionary Appeal: With gratitude we let you know that the proceeds from the appeal is now at €923.72 from Achonry-Mullinabreena by the Missionary Sisters of St Peter Claver. Sr Juli

Save the Date - July 4^th, Dublin – Rally For Life 2020. For more information, please contact info@rallyforlife.net. 

Northwest STOP provides free counselling with no waiting lists. Please keep our number to hand should you or a friend need to talk to someone in confidence: 086 777 2009.

Darkness into Light: "Early Bird" registration for the Darkness into Light Walk at Banada Abbey on Saturday Morning 9^th May will take place at Surlis' Supervalu Friday 13^th March from 10am -1pm & 5.30pm -7.30pm, also at Centra Supermarket, Charlestown on Saturday 14^th March from 11am - 4pm.

Alzheimer Cafe on Thurs 12^th March from 11am to 1pm in the Glasshouse Hotel, Sligo. Speaker: Claire Matthews O.T. & Memory Technology Group, Liscarney House. This session is open to all members of the public. Look forward to seeing you all there. For further Info contact Margaret Hallahan 087 - 8536603

"Don't Tell the Wife" in Cloonacool C.C. on Sunday 15^th March at 8pm. This is staged in support of Tubbercurry's Sligo Cancer Support Centre. It is on in the Hawk's Well Theatre Sligo on Sun 8^th March at 8pm. A great venue for a sparkling performance from a mighty cast. 

Achonry Mullinabreena Community Enhancement:  Book sale continues on Sunday 8^th March in Carrowmore school from 3 to 6 pm.

Carrowmore School: Donations towards the refurbishment work on Carrowmore School can now be given in to the parochial house. Any donation must be in an envelope clearly marked for the Carrowmore School Fund. Or donate through the Go Fund Me page or into the bank account. We really appreciate all the donations we have received so far.

North West Simon Community are looking for individuals, or clubs to host a Tea Day anytime in Feb/March in aid of the local homeless charity. If you are interested please call Mary on 087 7708865 or e mail mary@northwestsimon.ie In 2019, NW SC provided support services to a total of 398 people consisting of 217 adults & 181 children.

Ballymote St Patrick's Day parade at 3.30pm on 17^th March. Ten prizes in total including best window display & best street music entertainment. Entries & inquiries to Keith by emailing ballymotestpatricksparade@gmail.com or on our Facebook page.

Taster in Theology “Care for the Earth Our common Home Laudato Si”. Lectures on 4 Wednesday nights from 7.30pm to 9pm on 4^th, 11^th, 18^th & 25^th March. Sr. Patricia Lynott & Ms. Anne Sheeran will take Pope Francis’s letter- Laudato Si & speak about our relationship with the God of the earth in these challenging times. Booking is essential, please email reception@newman.ie or phone 096 72066.

25 Drive in St Nathy’s Hall Fridays 8:30pm: 28^th Feb. Winners: P. Henry, Cm. Gallagher, M. McCarthy, T. McCarrick, J. Reidy, H. McGowan. Raffle: H. McGowan, P. Gallagher, P. Toolan, J. Hyland.

25 Drive in Moylough every Wednesday at 8:30pm.

25 Drive in Cloonacool C. Centre every Monday at 8:30pm.

Banada Bingo: Massive €1800 guaranteed payout every Tuesday night at Banada Abbey Bingo at 8.30pm. An additional €500 to be won on GAME 5 Full House on 47 calls or less. Main Jackpot €2,325 this Tuesday now on 49 calls or less. Flier Sheet payout €260. 50:50 draw & lots of Lucky Number Games.

25 Card Drive: On 28^th March at 9pm sharp for Ox Mountain Development in the Heritage Centre, next to Joe Dan's.€500 in prizes, hamper & prizes. Adm €10.

Enneagram Programme: begins on Wed 25^th & Thurs 26^th March, Wed 1^st & Thurs 2^nd April. 8- 10.30pm each night. Presenter: Fr. Benny McHale, in the Newman Institute, Ballina. Cost is €60 & bookings from 096 72066 or email  reception@newman.ie

Kids Cinema Club at Coleman Centre Gurteen, continues on Sat March 14^th 2.30 pm with the film A Dog's Purpose (PG). €4 per child & treat bags available for €2.50. 

Websites for information on the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

The approach to date in Ireland is in line with guidance from the WHO & ECDC. Websites are being updated daily; for info see: HSE https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/coronavirus/coronavirus.html

HPSC which is updated at 1pm daily https://www.hpsc.ie/a-z/respiratory/coronavirus/novelcoronavirus/  Dept of Health https://www.gov.ie/en/campaigns/c36c85-covid-19-coronavirus/

Beginning Experience weekend for people who have lost a spouse through death divorce or separation 3-5 April at Redemptorist Centre Esker Athenry, Tel; Maureen 0876646896 or Mary 0879384446. 

Herb & Flower Growing for Healthy Living – A Lenten Journey for Everyone. With Richard Kennedy. This series will be relaxed, fun & practical – with time for planting & growing. Galilee Spirituality Centre, Tuesdays of March: 3^rd, 10^th, 24^th, 31^st 7.30-9.30pm with tea. Cost €5 each evening including materials & refreshments. Info & booking info@galilee.ie, 071-966-4101.

Sean Nos Dancing classes in Cloonacool Community Centre Mondays 6 - 7pm. All children welcome. If interested please contact Belinda by text on 087 9044051

Killala- Achonry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes from the 2^nd to 7^th Sept 2020, departs from Ireland West Airport Knock. 5 nights in full board accommodation in the Hotel Agena. Price €739- (single rooms available, supplement applies). Limited seats available. To book a place please contact, Pilgrim Section: Michael Walkin, Ballina, JWT representative on 086-6080763. Assisted/Invalid Pilgrim Section: Eileen O’Brien on 086-4013897

Offertory boxes for 2020 are available at the church door or in the sacristy, or by contacting Fr Peter if you are not on the list & would like to support the church in this parish.

Northwest STOP provides free counselling with no waiting lists. Please keep our number to hand should you or a friend need to talk to someone in confidence: 086 777 2009.

Cultural Companions at the Hawk’s Well theatre is a new initiative that aims to create a community of like-minded people to attend theatre events and shows together. Cultural Companions can be for any age, but we would especially welcome older people to join. If you are interested in finding out more, contact Jane at 071 9161518 / jane@hawkswell.com

Pilgrimage to Fatima for Easter 2020 8^th – 13^th April, 5 nights Full Board. Taking in all the major sites also including day trips to Santerim where Bleeding Host took place & trip to Lisbon to see Saint Anthony’s Church & Baptismal Font. ex Dublin Contact James Treacy 0860572216

NEW DEMENTIA CARERS SUPPORT GROUP - St. John's Community Hospital Sligo. Meet every third Tuesday of the month 7.30pm – 9pm. For info contact 0719142606 ext 272

Banada Tourlestrane Housing Association (BTHA): Supply meals-on-wheels to elderly, the sick, those just returned home from hospital, or others who through circumstances are not able to prepare meals for themselves. The service is daily & can be availed of by calling BTHA office 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday on 071 9181562. Meals are freshly home cooked & consist of a dinner & desert.

Attention Active Retirement Clubs throughout Ireland we are organising a Guided Tour of Berlin for three days 8^th May 2020 ex Dublin including two half days of Guided Tours throughout Berlin with 4 Star Hotel in City Centre. Contact Joe Walsh Tours on 01-2410800

Bereavement Support Group. Life after a bereavement can feel empty & lonely. This Support Group meets at the Family Centre, Knock every Wednesday at 11am. Anyone is welcome to drop in any week. Further info from Monica Morley on 094-9375320.

New Saturday Arts & Crafts Fair for the centre of Sligo Town

CALLING ALL SLIGO ARTISTS & CRAFTERS

Hello creative people. We are searching for artists & crafters to participate in a wonderful new art & craft fair taking place every Saturday from 11 - 5:30 in the Gillooley Hall opposite Cathedral in Sligo Town. Tables provided, prices are from €10. The Gillooley Hall is in the heart of Sligo Town, on the Historic Walking Tour route, it offers great facilities; warm surroundings, plus a lovely cafe providing subsidised tea & coffee for stall holders. There is also great parking. For more information please email newartgallerysligo@gmail.com.