The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary & Joseph

Sat 30^th                  6:00 pm                 Martin McIntyre & Maura Dibley (A)

Sun 31^st                 10:00 am              Mary & dec’d Clarke family (M)

Mon 1^st                  Mary the Holy Mother of God

10:00 am        Margaret Foley,

& Michael & Ellen McIntyre (M)

Tues 2^nd                 Ss Basil the Great & Gregory Nazianzen (bishops)

10:00 am        Private Intention (M)

Wed 3^rd                 The Holy Name of Jesus, St Munchin (bishop)

10:00 am        Private Intention (A)

Thurs 4^th               10:00 am              Special Intention (M)

Fri          5^th                  St Charles of St Andrew (priest)             

10:00 am        Private Intention (A)

The Epiphany of the Lord

Fri 5^th                    7:00 pm                 Kathleen & P.J. Nevin (M)

Sat 6^th                    10:00 am              Francis & Agnes Henry (A)

The Baptism of the Lord

Sat 6^th                    6:00 pm                 Baby & Dick Ruttledge (M)

Sun 7^th                   10:00 am              Mick Marren, Roadstown (A)

Readers of the Word

Saturdays Jan 6pm:  (M)

Sundays Jan 10am:  (A)

READINGS: Feast of the Baptism of the Lord

1^st Reading Is 55:1-11. Psalm Ps 22.

2^nd Reading 1 Jn 5:1-9. Gospel Mk 1:7-11.

Ministers of the Eucharist

Saturdays Jan 6pm:  (M)

Sundays Jan 10am:  (A)

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary & Joseph 31^st Dec: Focus: Imitate the Holy Family, the true model of life. – Even in their holiness, Mary, Joseph, & their child Jesus were not exempt from suffering, & the difficulties of life. Yet they never wavered in their commitment to God or to each other. Theirs was a home where the child Jesus grew & became strong, filled with wisdom; & the favour of God was upon him. Let us strive to make our homes a haven for others to grow in love, virtue, & favour.   

The Epiphany of the Lord 6^th Jan: Focus: With Christ’s help we can be his light for others. – We are not the source of the light that a world in darkness needs desperately. Instead, we must receive Jesus, the Light of the World, so that we can in turn share it. In the first reading we hear: Then you shall be radiant … your heart shall throb & overflow. Jesus has come to give all the love we need, all the wisdom called for, all the virtue necessary to be the light to others.

SYMPATHY: We remember in our prayers at this time: Mary Fahey, Ballinacarrow, (sister-in-law of Anna Gilmartin, Rinbane), Tommy Howe, Attymass, (father of Finola McCauley, Ballyglass), Sylvester Gilligan, Keash, (brother of Oliver Gilligan, Dohern)

May the Souls of the faithful departed rest in peace

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

Adoration in Achonry Church 4-7pm on Tuesdays for the month of December. (Cancelled for St Stephen’s Day & 2^nd Jan.)

Mission Sunday Collection: Greetings from the Missio Ireland office. Many thanks for the amount of €22,714 for the Mission Sunday collection from the Diocese of Achonry.

Wishing you a happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year.

25 Drive: In St Nathy’s Hall every Friday at 8:30pm.

Achonry Farmers Market & Café at the Hub: We would like to encourage people to support both our Community Café & our Local Farmers Market. These amenities offer ideal opportunities for people to get together & are instrumental in creating a dynamic & cohesive Community for us all to live in. Café is open Saturday &

Sunday 10am-2pm, with Market on Saturday 10am-1pm.

ACCORD, Ballaghaderreen offers marriage & relationship counselling in a secure setting, facilitating couples & individuals to explore, reflect upon & work to resolve difficulties that arise in their relationship. Please contact 094-9022214 or email accordcastlebar@gmail.com

Mary's Meals Christmas Gifts Campaign: With the cost of living crisis, times are that bit harder for us all. The Global School Feeding Movement Mary's Meals have launched our Christmas Gifts Campaign - giving gifts that have a real & tangible impact on those in need. From as little as €5.50, which will provide 50 meals for children in their place of education, we can play our part in changing the lives of those most in need. Visit marysmeals.ie to download a gift today or call 01-8535163/089-4339592.

 Medjugorje Group Pilgrimage 2024. Direct flights from Knock to Mostar. 9^th-16^th October 2024 €805. Price increases to €855 after Feb 2^nd 2024. Full religious programme operated by Marian Pilgrimages. Spiritual Director will accompany Group. To book a place call Tom Moran on 086-0815635.

Have you ever dreamed of walking the Camino de Santiago?  Breakthrough Cancer Research are taking on the Camino Finisterre Way from the 13^th - 20^th May 2024.  Enjoy this amazing adventure with our experienced guide & help us Make More Survivors. For more info contact eoghan@breakcancer.ie  or call 021 422 66 55.

You don’t have to be addicted to suffer from addiction! M-PACT supports the whole family, helping to improve relationships, understanding & communication. A FREE eight-week programme will begin on Tuesday 5^th Dec. If interested or would like further information. Please contact 071 9150578 / 085 875 9319 or email sligoleitrim@alcoholforum.com

Banada Abbey Hall Winter Classes in the Hilary Room. 7.15pm: Music lessons for all ages & abilities. Guitar, Singing Guitar, Keyboard, Whistle, etc. (Further Info: 085-1532109).

Bunninadden Community Bowls: Every Tuesday and Thursday from 2-4pm (except Christmas week). New members welcome, age 16 upwards, tuition given. Tea/coffee & biscuits at half time. Nice relaxed atmosphere & a good chance to socialise.

An ancient blessing for the New Year

As we begin this New Year, I invoke upon you and all your families and loved ones the ancient priestly blessing: “The Lord bless you and keep you! The Lord let His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you! The Lord look upon you kindly and give you peace!”

Happy New Year

“A world at prayer is a world at peace”