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3Parish of Achonry/Mullinabreena

Church of St Nathy & St Brigid, Achonry F91 X998

Church of the Sacred Heart Mullinabreena F56 C864

Fr Peter Gallagher 071 9184002 / 087 2221244,   F56 CY23

e-mail: pgallagher@achonrydiocese.org

2022 Sunday Cycle C Weekday Cycle II  

 

Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 29th                  6:00 pm Johnny, Dominic, Annie, & all dec’d

of the Feeley family (M)

Sun 30th                 10:00 am              People of the Community (A)

Mon 31st                St John Bosco (priest)

10:00 am        Tom & Mary Ellen Connolly

& son Eamonn (M)

Tues 1st St Brigid (abbess, Secondary Patron of Ireland)

10:00 am        Special Intention (M)

Wed 2nd                 The Presentation of the Lord, Candlemas Day

10:00 am        Private Intention (A)

Thurs 3rd               St Blaise (martyr), St Ansgar (bishop)

                                                (The Blessing of throats will take place)

10:00 am        Tessie Hever (M)

Fri          4th           10:00 am              Private Intention (A)

Sat 5th                    12:00 pm                      Margaret & Kevin Gormalley (M)

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 5th                    6:00 pm Margaret & Noel Mooney (M)

Sun 30th                 10:00 am              Fr Peter Coleman (A)

 
   


         

Readers of the Word

Saturday 5th Feb 6pm: .….. (A)

Sunday 6th Feb 10am: …… (A)

1st Reading Is 6:1-8. Psalm Ps 137.

2nd Reading 1 Cor 15:1-11. Gospel Lk 5:1-11.

 

4th Sunday in Ordinary Time 23rd January: Focus: Take to heart the Good News. – As Jesus spoke to the crowd in the synagogue, he speaks to us here: Today this Scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing. Our response ought to be different, however, than those who ran him out of town. Through the Holy Spirit, the word of God is able to penetrate our hearts & transform us into missionary disciples of God’s love.

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  

 

SACRAMENTS

Thurs 17th Feb. 11:30am Confessions for First Communion Pupils. This will take place at a Reconciliation Service in the school.

Saturday 2nd April 11:30am, First Holy Communion.

Thurs 3rd March 11:30am, Confessions for Confirmation Pupils.

Sun 13th March 12noon, Confirmation in Mullinabreena Church. 

Mass Servers

Hopefully the pupils from 3rd up to 6th Class will soon be able to serve at Mass again. However, to have all regulations in place parents need to sign the consent form & return to me ASAP. The servers will have to get ready in the main body of the church unless some parents are prepared to get Garda Vetted & supervise them in the Sacristy before & after Mass.

 

Covid 19: The number of deaths worldwide is now at 5,668,289. 62,275 deaths in the past week. Republic of Ireland deaths 6,136. That’s 49 deaths in Ireland last week. The number of positive cases in Ireland is now 1,174,536, so 1 in every 4.1 has now tested positive.

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.

Reading the Bible: How to make sense of it: A series of four sessions on how to read the Bible today: These will look at its formation, the various kinds of literature that it contains, the contexts in which the books were composed & some of the key figures & events that we encounter in them. There is no charge.

Presenter: Fr Eugene Duffy Venue: The Gateway Hotel, Swinford

Tuesdays, Feb 15th, 22nd, March 1st & 8th. Time: 8.00 to 10.00 pm

Light refreshments will be provided during the break in each session. If you have a bible bring it with you.

Bereavement Support: Losing a loved one is always a difficult experience. From Feb 2nd, the weekly Bereavement Support Group will resume every Wed at 11am in the Family Centre at Knock Shrine. These meetings aim to help those who are grieving to find healing, hope and comfort. All are welcome. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320.

 

Banada Abbey Past Pupils Reunion of L.C. Classes 1970 &71. The Reunion in Tubbercurry on Friday 5th 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 50th 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

St Nathy’s College Leaving Cert Class 1981 is hoping to have a class reunion in August. A call out to anyone who entered St Nathy’s in September 1976 or perhaps joined/left the class that would have sat the Leaving Cert in 1981 to get in contact and say “An Seo”!! Call or text Marty Groarke on (087) 635 0034

Evening Classes in North Connaught College, The following classes will be starting on 7th & 8th February subject to numbers. Computers for Beginners & Advanced, Care of the Older Person, Work Experience, Special Needs Assisting, & Make up skills. Lamh - one day training -min 10 students - date to be confirmed.

Open evening for registration/enquiries will be on Monday 24th January from 6-8 pm in the College (socially distanced).  Payment for class has to be by cash or cheque and payment has to be completed by the first evening. If you would like to register your interest please contact me at either patriciaoreilly@msletb.ie or by mobile 0863043842

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

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.

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.

 

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/

"A world at prayer is a world at peace"

The Family that Prays together stays together”

 

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



Achonry Mullinabreena Parish