The Baptism of the Lord

Sat 8^th                    6:00 pm Private Intention (M)

Sun 9^th                   10:00 am              Noel & Margaret Mooney (A)

Mon 10^th               10:00 am              Dec’d. O’Hara family, Deryronane (M)

Tues 11^th               10:00 am              Maud & James Hamilton (M)

Wed 12^th               10:00 am              Joe Hunt & Molly Woods (A)

Thurs 13^th             St Hilary (bishop & doctor of the Church) 

10:00 am        John & Bea Cunningham (M)

Fri          14^th         10:00 am              Martin Brett, Tubberdur, 1^st Anniv. (A)

Sat 15^th                  St Ita (‘foster-mother of the saints of Ireland’)

10:00 am            Minnie & Tommy O’Donnell &

dec’d. Finnegan & O’Donnell families (M)

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 15^th                  6:00 pm Michael McGuinness, Cunghill (M)

Sun 16^th                 10:00 am              Pat Quinn, Townavoultry (A)

Readers of the Word

Saturday 15^th Jan 6pm: .….. (M)

Sunday 16^th Jan 10am: …… (A)

1^st Reading Is 62:1-5. Psalm Ps 95.

2^nd Reading 1 Cor 12:4-11. Gospel Jn 2:1-11.

The Baptism of the Lord 9^th January: Focus: The grace of God has appeared, saving all. – All grace we receive – actual & sanctifying – comes through God’s kindness, generous love, & mercy. Nothing we do merits this gift, or the salvation it provides. Through the sacraments, first among them baptism, we are infused with the Holy Spirit & made heirs in hope of eternal life.

Priesthood in Achonry Diocese – It is worth saying “yes” to God: For more information contact Achonry Diocesan Vocations Director, Fr Paul Kivlehan 094-9860011, or 087- 3683535, E-mail pkivlehan@achonrydiocese.org  

NEW ROOF FOR MULLINABREENA CHURCH

The contract is now signed & work will begin in March for the roof costing €214,500. This is a big undertaking, but necessary. If you are in a position to help, please know that your support is welcome. This can be done by a once off gift contribution or by a little extra on occasion in the weekly offertory, or in any way that is convenient to you. The intention is not to burden you but, insofar as you can help, it would be appreciated. Thank you for your ongoing support & generosity. God bless you all. If you want to contribute direct the Bank details are: Mullinabreena Church

IBAN: IE20 BOFI 9054 9111 7571 99

BIC: BOFIIE2D. Thanks to those who have already responded to this appeal.

Christmas Collection: Sincere thanks to all who contributed to this collection & to all who supported the various collections throughout the year. Thank you very much for your generosity.

Banada Abbey Past Pupils Reunion of L.C. Classes 1970 &71. The Reunion in Tubbercurry on Friday 5^th August 2022. Looking forward to meeting up with colleagues from those years. Students who commenced their studies in 1965 & 66 are welcome regardless of when you finished in Banada. This is a great opportunity to meet & celebrate the 50^th Anniversary & reminisce on the days spent together. Please pass this info to relevant friends & family members. For more info call Vincent Brett 0868114095 or email Vincent.brett@hotmail.com

Latest Guidelines Re. Covid Restrictions: "For clarity following recent updated Covid guidance, Religious Services in Places of Worship are unchanged regarding capacity, with all other protective measures in place to ensure the safety of the congregation. Likewise, there are no changes to attendance at wedding services or funeral services however any gatherings after these services must comply with hospitality rules. With regard to wakes in private homes, general advice on household mixing is 3 other households (4 in total) applies." We will wait to see how the situation develops over the coming days to work out how Christmas will be managed. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be facilitated in the approach up to Christmas. We will use the same format as at Easter & last Christmas to facilitate penitents safely.  

COVID-19 Support Line for Older People: ALONE manage a national support line & additional supports for older people who have concerns or are facing difficulties relating to COVID-19. Professional staff are available to answer queries & give advice & reassurance where necessary. The support line is open seven days a week, 8am - 8pm, by calling 0818 222 024.

Achonry Farmers Market: Next Saturday from 10am to 1pm in Nace O'Dowd Park. Re-opening again after the Christmas break on Saturday 15^th January. We look forward to a great year ahead with lots of variety & new ideas, & prices to suit everyone. We really appreciate your ongoing support.

Covid 19: The number of deaths worldwide is now at 5,501,347. 42,344 deaths in the past week. Republic of Ireland deaths 5,952. That’s 40 deaths in Ireland last week. The number of positive cases in Ireland is now 950,598, so 1 in every 5.36 has now tested positive.

North West STOP would like to most sincerely thank all parishioners for their support during 2021. Demand for services has risen steeply in the past year & your support has ensured we could meet that demand. We wish you & yours a healthy & peaceful Christmas & New Year. Our office will be closed until January 4^th.  Our counselling line will be available throughout the Christmas period by call or text to 086 777 2009.

News from the Hub: The Café at the Hub is now open on Saturdays & Sundays from 10am to 2pm. It is intended to run it with volunteers. Contact Noel 087 2502471 if you would like to offer your services.

Book Sale/Swap: AMCE are holding a book sale/swap at the Achonry Market every Saturday. Book sale/swap will also be held in Carrowmore School Eircode F56EF63 every Sunday from 2pm-4pm. If these times don't suit please contact Brid 0866081926 or Margaret 0872875458 to arrange a time.

Advice from An Garda Siochana: We would like to remind the public of some useful advice to combat Scams & protect your money.

Never respond to unsolicited messages. Financial Institutions will never ask for personal information this way

 Only purchase from trusted websites and retailers

Beware of bogus investment opportunities

Always remember if it seems too good to be true it probably is!      Do your research and think before you hit send.

For more info and tips go to the fraud section of their website        www.garda.ie/en/Crime/Fraud/

RADIO MARIA IRELAND

Thank God & sincere thanks also to our many listeners & supporters as RADIO MARIA IRELAND continues to grow. As an Irish-run Catholic Talk-Radio Station we enjoy commercial free broadcasting - Prayer, Catechesis, Uplifting music, Talks, Interviews & Testimonies - do join our growing faith family! Here's how you can listen: Via Digital TV - Saorview Channel 210. Download our FREE App "RADIO MARIA IRELAND" Streaming on our WEBSITE - www.radiomaria.ie

(Subscribe & Donate here also) Via our 'Listen Live Radio' link on our Facebook Page. Via PHONE - get live radio feed by calling +353 (0) 1 437 3277 (no extra charges apply). Why not drop a line to our Priest Director, Fr. Eamonn McCarthy, or come & pay us a visit at Radio Maria Ireland, St. Anthony's Business Park, Ballymount Road, Dublin 22.

Meals on Wheels: Due to Covid Lockdown & current travel restrictions Banada Development Agency Meals on Wheels Service, offer applicants aged over 65 or those returning home from hospital, a daily delivery of a hot dinner & desert. Monday to Friday in the areas of South Sligo & border towns in East Mayo. Call 07191 81562 for particulars 9.30am. -1pm Monday to Friday.

Take care, wash your hands, keep physical distance, & wear a mask if you are going out. Stay safe.

"A world at prayer is a world at peace"