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)

Mon 17^th               St Anthony (abbot)

10:00 am        Eileen & Paddy Gallagher, &

Michael & Katie Gilvarry (M)

Tues 18^th               10:00 am              Johnny & Liam Feeley (M)

Wed 19^th               10:00 am              Private Intention (A)

Thurs 20^th             St Fabian (pope) & St Sebastian (martyrs) 

10:00 am        Peter Marren, Streamstown & Dublin (M)

Fri          21^st         St Agnes (martyr)

10:00 am        Private Intention (A)

Sat 22^nd                  St Vincent (deacon & martyr)

12:00 pm            James & dec’d of the Feeley family (M)

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 22^nd                  6:00 pm Bill Crosbie, Carrowcarragh (M)

Sun 23^rd                 10:00 am              John P. & dec’d of Davey family (A)

Readers of the Word

Saturday 22^nd Jan 6pm: .….. (M)

Sunday 23^rd Jan 10am: …… (A)

1^st Reading Neh 8:2-6, 8-10. Psalm Ps 18.

2^nd Reading 1 Cor 12:12-30. Gospel Lk 1:1-4, 4:14-21.

2^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 16^th January: Focus: God intends to make each one of us a new creation in Jesus Christ. – Isaiah encourages the people, giving them hope for the future & reminding them of God’s love for them. We can take encouragement from these same words, especially since Christ has come for us. The Lord longs to breathe his divine life into each of us, making us new & whole.

"A world at prayer is a world at peace"

“The Family that Prays together stays together”

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.

Anam Cara, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Parent Evening on Tues 25^th Jan at 7:20pm in the T. F Royal Hotel, Castlebar. This event is free & open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not. Please contact us on info@anamcara.ie or 085 2888 888 for any queries.

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: Every Saturday from 10am to 1pm in Nace O'Dowd Park. 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 5,555,289. 53,942 deaths in the past week. Republic of Ireland deaths 6,035. That’s 83 deaths in Ireland last week. The number of positive cases in Ireland is now 1,100,116, so 1 in every 4.2 has now tested positive.

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

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