Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 27^th 8:00 pm                 Private Intention (M)

Sun 28^th                 10:00 am              People of the Community (A)

Mon 29^th               Ss Martha, Mary & Lazarus

10:00 am        Special Intention (M)

Tues 30^th               St Peter Chrysologus (bishop)

10:00 am        Private Intention (M)

Wed 31^st                St Ignatius of Loyola (priest)

10:00 am        Private Intention (A)

Thurs 1^st               St Alphonsus Liguori (bishop)

10:00 am        Special Intention (M)

Fri 2^nd    St Eusebius of Vercelli, St Peter Julian Eymard

10:00 am        John & Delia McGowan (A)

Sat 3^rd                    10:00 am              Private Intention (M)

Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 3^rd                    8:00 pm                 People of the Community (A)

Sun 4^th                   10:00 am              Francie & Julia Marren & dec’d.

of Marren family  (M)

Readers of the Word

Saturdays of August 8pm: J & K Brennan (A)

Sundays of August 10am: Caroline Coleman (M)

Readings for 18^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

1^st Reading Ex 16:2-4, 12-15. Psalm Ps 77.

2^nd Reading Eph 4:17, 20-24. Gospel Jn 6:24-35.

Ministers of the Eucharist

Saturdays of August 8pm: Maeve Fallon (A)

Sundays of August 10am: Majella O’Donnell (M)

“The Family that Prays together stays together”

17^th Sunday in Ordinary Time 28^th July: Focus: God provides for us. – Today’s readings relate two feeding miracles – one performed by Elisha & one by Jesus. Of course, we know that the source of all miracles is God himself. In each story, the Lord goes beyond providing what is needed, multiplying what is offered so abundantly that there is food left over. As he provides for us, so we offer ourselves for him to use, & multiply what we offer, for others.

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 Mullinabreena Church 4-7pm on Tuesdays for the month of July.

Postgraduate study programme: Options in Theology, Philosophy, Youth Ministry, Church Music & more at St Patrick's Pontifical University, Maynooth, sppu.ie/courses. Applications close 2^nd Aug.

Cemetery Masses: Achonry Saturday 10^th August at 7pm.

Courtabbey Sunday 11^th August 10am.

ACHONRY FARMERS MARKET & THREE HILLS CAFÉ

To maintain the success of both the Three Hills Café & Achonry Farmers Market we would ask households to commit to visit both amenities at least once a month. Café is open Saturday & Sunday 10am-2pm, with Market on Saturday 10am-1pm. Thank you for your continued support.

Book Swap / Sale every Sunday 2-4pm in Carrowmore School.

25 Drive: In St Nathy’s Hall every Friday at 9pm. (summer)

Holy Hill Hermitage: Friends of Carmel Retreat Day 10 August -10am to 4pm. All are welcome! No charge for day, donations welcome! Contact friendsofcarmelhh@gmail.com

Join us for Reek Sunday at Croagh Patrick on Sunday, 28^th July The Pro Life Campaign will have a stand at the base of the mountain, so come say hi & learn more about our cause! Don't miss the opportunity to sign up to get involved & collect your free tote bag on the day! We're thrilled to be part of this special event. Whether you're climbing for the first time or a seasoned participant, we wish you a fun & memorable day. See you there! 

The Youth 2000 Summer Festival takes place August 15-18^th in Clongowes Wood College, Co. Kildare - save the date! Join us for a weekend of festivities: talks, testimonies praise & worship, & workshops. Donation Only. Check out Youth2000.ie for more info.

“Fan the Spark” Conference for Young Adults (18-40) Sat August 24, 9.30am-5.30pm in Legion of Mary, Brunswik St., Dublin. Cost €15. Talks on art, faith, tour of Frank Duff House, Mass, adoration & more. To book www.eventbrite.ie or contact deusetpatria@gmail.com.

Fr. Peyton Centre. Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am to 5.30pm. The Centre will be opened on Saturdays from 25^th May to September 30^th from 12noon until 5.00pm. Tel: 096-45374World. Fr. Peyton Mission Office, Knock, F12 Y8H2. Opening Hours: Wednesday till Sunday 10am- 3pm

Ukrainian family seeks a house under ARP (Accommodation Recognition Payment Scheme, €800 allowance per month). The owner is selling the one they are renting at the moment. Contact, please, Fr Joe Caulfield, Gurteen, 087-2473234 if you can help.

Coleman Music Centre, Gurteen: Sinead Johnston, Ryan Sheridan, Conor Mc Donagh & Conor Connolly are no strangers in traditional music circles. They will grace the stage in the Coleman Centre on Wed 31^st July at 8pm. Tickets €15. Visit www.colemanirishmusic.com or  071 91 82599.

Ballaghaderreen Players present Martin McDonagh's The Cripple of Inishmaan on Sat 3^rd, Sun 4^th & Mon 5^th August at 7.30pm in St. Nathy's College. With a local cast it promises to be an unforgettable night at the theatre. Tickets in Towey's Shop Main Street or at Ballaghaderreen Arts Festival website.

Sponsored Walk: Feel free to join the walk or greet the walkers on any of the stages. Upcoming walks & dates: 8 Lough Easky to Dromore West, Sunday 28^th July. 9 Dromore West to Skreen, Sunday 11^th August. Rev Andrew F. Pierce, Bishop's Curate Assistant Skreen Group of Parishes, The Rectory, Glebe, Skreen 086 170 5888

IMPACT - 5 Step Support Service. Are you affected by the misuse of alcohol or other drugs by another individual? 5 Step Support can help you; it is a free, non-judgemental, one - one consultation service. Putting your needs & wellbeing first, helping you manage often stressful, difficult & emotional issues. If you would like more info please contact 071 9150578 / 085 875 9319 or email sligoleitrim@alcoholforum.com  You don’t have to be addicted to suffer from addiction!  

Tubbercurry FRC: Family Fun Afternoon in conjunction with the Old Fair Day will take place on Tues 13^th August from 2-4 pm. This is a free event & is open to all. We are also celebrating our wonderful diverse multicultural community & invite you to wear your nation’s colours or national dress to the event! Activities will include nail painting, tattoos, magic shows, fun play activities & more. All Welcome.

South Sligo Social Club for people with Alzheimer's, Dementia or memory loss & their Family/supporters runs once a month. Our next meet up will take place Thursday August 22^nd at 1.30pm. Contact FRC on 0719186926 for more details. New members are always welcome to this relaxed, informal & fun social group.

We pray for the Church, the body of Christ on earth, celebrating the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, may the outpouring of the Holy Spirit be upon her people and enflame the hearts of all who dwell within her, Lord hear us.

Update re Achonry Cathedral: Thank you to everyone who has donated to the Achonry Cathedral Conservation Project fund to date. We have raised just over €10,000. Our target is €12,500 to ensure we can utilise the full grant of €50,000 awarded under the Historic Structures Fund grant. We have met with the Tier one Conservation Architect & work is underway to finalise 'request for quotation' documents. We will aim to appoint a contractor shortly thereafter. We are meeting again next week & aim to devise an overall project plan in the coming weeks. If anyone would like to donate please see options below. Thank you. How to donate: Online -

https://www.idonate.ie/crowdfunder/AchonryCathedral2024

Bank Transfer: Transfer to AMCE Bank account - BIC: BOFIIE2D IBAN: IE88BOFI90549138522058.  Contact David Hosey (AMCE) 087 2670883 or Willie Lalor (St George’s Parish) 087 9958423 with any queries.

“A world at prayer is a world at peace”