Fifth Sunday of Lent

Sat 2^nd    8:00 pm Tom & Kathleen Kilcoyne,

& dec’d. Kilcoyne family (A)

Sun 3^rd                   10:00 am              Bernie Finan, Mullaghanarry (M)

Mon 4^th                  St Isidore (bishop & doctor of the Church)

10:00 am        Private Intention (M)

Tues 5^th                 St Vincent Ferrer (priest)

10:00 am        Private Intention (M)

Wed 6^th                  10:00 am              Private Intention (A)

Thurs 7^th               St John Baptist de la Salle

10:00 am        Private Intention (M)

Fri          8^th           10:00 am              Peter, Josie, & Jimmy Brennan (A)

Sat 9^th                    10:00 am                      Kathleen & Peter Kivlehan

& their son John (M)

Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion

Sat 9^th    8:00 pm Thomas & Winnie Brennan,

& dec’d family (A)

Sun 10^th                 10:00 am              Catherine Katie McIntyre Ryan (M)

Readers of the Word

Saturdays April 8pm: Francis Brennan (A)

Sundays April 10am: Michael Toolan (M)

1^st Reading Is 50:4-7. Psalm Ps 21.

2^nd Reading Phil 2:6-11. Gospel Lk 22:14-23:56.

Ministers of the Eucharist

Saturdays April 8pm: Inez Wims (A)

Sundays April 10am: Maeve Fallon (M)

5^th Sunday of Lent 3^rd April: Focus: Jesus, who is love & mercy, heals & forgives. – Jesus reveals the heart of the Father, who is love. Although we turn away from him, God does not choose to condemn or turn away from us. Instead, he offers to pay our debt, to take our sins to the cross. He comes to cleanse & heal us & give us a share in his life.

SYMPATHY: We remember in our prayers at this time: Michael Moore, Carrowrile & formerly of Aughagower, Westport.  

May the Souls of the faithful departed rest in peace

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

Adoration will commence again on Tuesday 5^th April & will continue every Tuesday thereafter. However, the Adoration will alternate between Achonry & Mullinabreena on a monthly basis after the re-roofing project is complete. Until the work in ss complete the Adoration will be in Achonry only every Tuesday 4-7pm. Those who take part in the Adoration are asked to alternate between both churches.

SACRAMENTS

Congratulations to all the families & the twenty pupils in the Confirmation classes & the eleven in the First Holy Communion class who received the respective Sacraments over the past few weekends. Sincere thanks to Maureen Lee, co-ordinator & to all the staff in the school.

The Chrism Mass

Bishop Paul is inviting parishioners from every parish in the Diocese to participate in the Chrism Mass at St Nathy's Cathedral, on Mon 11^th April at 7.30 pm. He would particularly like those who are ministering in parishes such as Readers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, members of Parish Pastoral Councils, Finance Committees, Sacramental Co-Ordinators, Adoration Groups, Altar Societies, Sacristans, Parish Secretaries, etc., to be present for this occasion. At this Mass, the Bishop blesses the oils that will be used at every baptism, confirmation, ordination & anointing of the sick in the Diocese over the next year. Priests also renew their commitment to service.  Following the Mass, refreshments will be available in St Nathy's College. This is an occasion where we celebrate the unity of the people & priests of the diocese with the Bishop. You are most welcome to come & join in the celebration!

Eucharistic Ministers, Readers, Mass Servers

Those serving in various Ministries please take note of the rota from the beginning of April. Mass servers will have to get ready in the body of the church as no parents got Garda Vetted to supervise them in the Sacristy before & after Mass.

Covid 19: The number of deaths worldwide is now at 6,174,882. Republic of Ireland deaths 6,753. That’s 43 deaths in Ireland last week. The number of positive cases in Ireland is 1,480,425 so 1 in every 3.4 has now tested positive.

Taster in Theology Series of Lectures 'Exploring the Bible & its Worlds'. By Dr. Jessie Rogers, Dean of Faculty of Theology, St. Patrick's College, Maynooth continues on April 7^th & 28^th from 7pm - 9.30pm.  The cost is €60 & booking is essential. Please phone 096 72066 or email reception@newman.ie

Trócaire Boxes are available at the church door. Please support.

Recent Collections

Thanks for your generous contributions to the Emigrant €780 taken up St Patrick’s Day, & the Ukraine €800 taken up last week.

NEW ROOF FOR MULLINABREENA CHURCH

Work will begin in March/April on 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 in the following ways:

1. By a once off gift contribution.
2. By a little extra in the weekly offertory.
3. By a monthly, quarterly or half yearly contribution.
4. By cash or cheque.
5. By transfer to Mullinabreena Church A/c (details below).
6. 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.

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

Tubbercurry FRC will host a Connect Coffee Morning as part of Mental Health Ireland’s National Hello How Are You? Campaign on Thursday 7th April from 11.00am-1.00pm. This campaign is about connection and engaging in open conversation about our Mental Health. The campaign asks individuals, communities, workplaces, friends and family to say Hello and ask the question ‘How Are You’ in a meaningful way. Asking this small question and having one conversation can make a real difference in someone’s life. Join us on the 7th to find out more, enjoy a sociable cuppa and enjoy some music from local talents. Please note the frc/church carpark is closed for temporary works. Access to the centre will be from the Ballymote road via the church laneway. Queries to 0719186926.

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.

The Café at the Hub is now open on Saturdays & Sundays from 10am to 2pm. Call 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. Also in Carrowmore School F56EF63 Sundays 2-4pm. If these times don't suit please contact Brid 0866081926 or Margaret 0872875458 to arrange a time.

“The Family that Prays together stays together”

"A world at prayer is a world at peace"

Prayer for the People of Ukraine

Loving God, We pray for the people of Ukraine,

For all those suffering or afraid, that you will be close to them and protect them. We pray for world leaders, for compassion, strength and wisdom to guide their choices.

We pray for the world; that in this moment of crisis,

we may reach out in solidarity to our brothers and sisters in need.

May we walk in your ways so that peace and justice become a reality for the people of Ukraine and for all the world. Amen.

Our Lady, Queen of Peace, pray for us!

Our Lady of Kyiv, pray for us!

CANA 1,2,3 – Retreat for Couples: Rediscover the meaning & fun in your marriage, your family life, & your commitment to each other. Experience the 7 thematic days of the CANA Week over three weekends through April, May & June. Including Talks, Testimonies & most importantly of all, Time to share with each other as a couple & with other couples. Contact details: Brian & Lisa Harmon 041 6851563, 086 8386725 or 0879080023  info@canaireland.org. www.canaireland.org.

The Synoday pathway: Pope Francis has invited us all to reflect on what it means to be a member of the Church today. He sees us as a pilgrim people making our way through the world, following the person of Jesus Christ. We are the Pilgrim People of God or a synodal people, that is on a journey together. The Pope is asking us to reflect on what that experience is like: how are we finding the journey? Do we find support as we go? Where is that support found & how could it be improved? Are there people being left behind & how might we reach out to them? You might think about these questions during the week. You will find a form in the church, where there are some questions which you might answer & return them to the parish office. You will also find the form & more information on the diocesan website: https://achonrydiocese.org/ 

In 2012 the Loyola Institute, Trinity College Dublin, situated in the School of Religion, Theology, & Peace Studies, began its academic mission of teaching & research in theology in the Catholic Christian tradition.

To celebrate this, & also to mark the retirement of the Founding Director, Prof. Cornelius Casey, we will host a Festival of Theology, with the theme 'Theology & the University.'

The Festival will open at 6pm on Thursday 19^th May 2022 with a Public Lecture by the inaugural Director, Prof. Cornelius Casey, entitled 'Theology in a Conversation about Hope'. The need for hope in our world is very evident in the times we are living through. The lecture will be followed by a reception.

For further details of the other lectures in this festival, & details of how to register, please consult the Conference webpage www.tcd.ie/loyola-  institute/conferences/festivaloftheology_homepage.php

An important part of the work of the Loyola Institute is the fostering of future generations of theologians. To this end on Friday 20^th May there is an opportunity for postgraduate students & early career scholars to present their work. Attached find the Call for Papers with a deadline for submission of April 1^st, 2022.

Parent and Baby/Toddler Group

This group is back meeting in Tubbercurry FRC on Monday mornings from 10.30am-12.30pm.New families always welcome. Feel free to contact us with any queries.

Tubbercurry Men’s Shed @ Banada

The men’s shed have been very busy since returning this year. The group are participating in art classes, gardening, and recently tried spinning wool on a spinning wheel. They have many plans for the coming year. Anyone interested in coming along to see what it is all about is welcome. The shed is open Wednesday evenings from 7.00pm. For further information or contact details contact the FRC on 0719186926.

Weekly Social Walking Group

Our Social walking group meet each week at the FRC at 11.45am. The groups goes for a sociable walk followed by a warm cuppa. New walkers always welcome.

Social Prescribing for Health & Wellbeing

This service is open to anyone looking to find out what activities, groups and support are available to them locally, or for those that want to make improvements to their mental health and wellbeing. This service is open to all adults and is especially useful for those new to an area, recently retired, those isolated and lonely or those with poor mental health. Contact Loretta to find out more or make an appointment on 0834036985. Call 071 918 6926 / 0864092724

Website: www.tubbercurryfrc.com Facebook: tubbercurryfrc

ALONE: Would you be willing to provide companionship to an older person locally? ALONE are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested please contact Karen on karen.byrne@alone.ie or on 086 0576401