Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 28^th                  8:00 pm                 Matt & Nancy Torsney (M)

Sun 29^th                 10:00 am              People of the Community (A)

Mon 30^th               St Jerome (priest & doctor of the Church)

10:00 am        Private Intention (M)

Tues 1^st                  St Thérése of the Child Jesus (doctor of the Church)

10:00 am        Bridget Gormley (M)

Wed 2^nd                 The Guardian Angels

10:00 am        Private Intention (A)

Thurs 3^rd               Bl Columba Marmion (priest)

10:00 am        Maureen & dec’d Clarke family (M)

Fri 4^th                    St Francis of Assisi

10:00 am        Private Intention (A)

Sat 5^th                    St Faustina Kowalska (inspired Divine Mercy)

10:00 am        No Mass (M)

Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 5^th                    6:00 pm                 Fr Patrick Henry, Leeds & Achonry (A)

Sun 6^th                   10:00 am              People of the Community (M)

Readers of the Word

Saturdays of October 6pm: Sinead O’Brien (A)

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

Readings for 27^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

1^st Reading Gn 2:18-24. Psalm Ps 127.

2^nd Reading Heb 2:9-11. Gospel Mk 10:2-16.

Ministers of the Eucharist

Saturdays of October 6pm: Inez Wims (A)

Sundays of October 10am: Johnny Finan (M)

26^th Sunday in Ordinary Time 29^th Sept: Focus: “Whatever causes you to sin, get rid of it.” This phrase is really the talking point of Jesus’ message in today’s Gospel, & it’s fairly straightforward. If something in our life is leading us into sin, & away from God, that it needs to be jettisoned like the dead weight that it is. Similar advice is given by coaches & mentors looking for improvement in performance. How much more valuable are these words from the Lord, who desires to improve our life, & for us to share it with him forever.

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

The Vigil Mass on Saturday will be at 6pm from the beginning of October until March 2025

Adoration in Achonry Church 4-7pm on Tuesdays for the month of October.

INSPIRE – a Young Adult Faith Event (18-40) organised by Achonry Youth Ministry: St. Brigid’s Hall & Theatre, Tubbercurry, Friday 15^th Nov, 8 pm. Theme: The Relevance of Faith in the Modern World. Keynote speaker: Co. Louth Manager/former GAA All-Ireland winner Ger Brennan will speak about life, sport, & faith. Other speakers will join Ger for discussions & questions from the audience. Promises to be a great evening. Free to register via - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/inspire-tickets-1024415382987

The parish Offertory Envelopes for 2025; are available at the church doors. Sincere thanks to those all who are using the envelopes, these contributions have ensured that the parish has not fallen into financial difficulty. Using the envelopes also facilitates the parish in availing of the Revenue tax-back, which is a great financial benefit for our parish. Your parish envelope contribution is our only source of funding for the running of our parish & the maintenance & upkeep of our two churches & our parish buildings.  If you require a box of envelopes, please let me know & I will add you to the parish database. Your support to the various collections throughout the year is very much appreciated. Thank you.

Choirs: Una Nolan, Choir Director at Knock Shrine, will provide a workshop in Tubbercurry Church on Wed 13^th November at 7:30pm for Church Choirs in Achonry Diocese. 

Safeguarding: To comply with Safeguarding legalisation every parish must conduct Garda vetting every three years. Thank you to all who volunteer in the various ministries in our parish. I would ask that all outstanding forms and documents be returned to Parochial House ASAP, & I will forward them to director of safeguarding. Garda Vetting must be completed by November 1^st.

A letter from Bishop Kevin Doran regarding the initial meetings across the dioceses of Achonry and Elphin. This is for Parish Pastoral Council, Parish Finance Committee & those in the parish engaged in the mission of the Church. There are meetings in six venues. The most appropriate for our Parish is in An Chroi, Tubbercurry Monday 30^th Sept 7-9pm.

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.

The Relics of St Bernadette will be in our Diocese on Saturday 5^th & Sunday 6^th October in the Cathedral of the Annunciation & St Nathy, as part of the pilgrimage of Ireland until the 5^th Nov.

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

Knocknashee Run: Motorbikes, Honda 50s, Vintage Cars & Tractors, Sunday, 29^th Sept.  Bikes & cars: Registration 11-12pm, Tractors: 12-1pm from Knocknashee Community Hub. All proceeds in aid of Achonry/Mullinabreena Parish Defibrillators. 

Home Baking: We would be very grateful for any home baking (scones, treacle bread, porter cake, fruit cake, queen cakes, etc) for our refreshments which will be served before & after the run from the hub. Thanks a million in advance.

Bereavement Support Group: Life after a bereavement can feel empty & lonely. Spending time with others who know the experience can be helpful. Trained facilitators conduct a weekly Bereavement Support Group meeting at the Family Centre, Knock at 11am each Wednesday. More info from Monica Morley on 094-9375320.

Caring for the elderly: Have you recently retired or have your children now left home? Home Instead are always looking to recruit CAREGivers. Whether you can work a couple of hours a week or want to work full time, we would like to hear from you. Experience and FETAC/QQI level 5 qualification in healthcare is an advantage but not compulsory, as training is provided. Please contact Seyi or Ciara on (071) 9317051 for further information or email recruitment.sligo@homeinstead.ie.

"Welcome To The Family" - Exploring the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist & Confirmation. This series will take place from Monday 7^th Oct to Monday 2^nd Dec inclusive 8-9:15pm in Knock Prayer Centre. A series of talks by Fr. Eugene Duffy, exploring the meaning & importance of the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist & Confirmation. 

This series will be of particular interest to parents preparing children for these sacraments, for parish teams & for those who wish to better understand the reason why these Sacraments are central elements in our lives as Catholics.

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

Calling all parents who have children attending Achonry National School, AGM at the HUB on Thursday 19^th Sept 7pm. Hopefully one representative from each family can attend. Thank you.

Coleman Music Centre: The Ox Mountain Quartet – Siobhan O'Donnell, Stephen Doherty, David & Kieran Doocey. Sat 5^th Oct at 8pm with this West of Ireland quartet hailing from Mayo & Sligo blend an eccentric mix of old & new. Tickets €15. Call: 071 9182599 or online www.colemanirishmusic.com

Two initiatives currently under way in the Diocese.

The first, TreesOnLand, might be something for parishes to consider next month, as we celebrate the Season of Creation, from September 1 to October 4 (Feast of St Francis).

The second, is a ten week programme introducing an Ignatian based spirituality & is being run in conjunction with the Diocese & the Divine Word Community in Donamon. More details from this link: www.elphindiocese.ie/belong

Tubbercurry FRC:

A Parenting when separated course will take place for parents who are preparing for, going through or have gone through a separation or divorce will take place in the FRC in November. The 6 Monday mornings course starts 4^th November 10am-12pm.

South Sligo Social Club- Our Social group for people with Alzheimer's, Dementia or memory loss & their Family/supporters runs the 2^nd Thursday of every month. Our next meeting is on Thursday 12^th Sept 1.30pm-3pm. New members are always welcome to this relaxed, informal & fun social group.

Community Connect Café- The next connect café in FRC will is Thursday Sept 12^th from 10am-12pm. This is a free drop in Café, all welcome to come for a chat, meet a friend & find out what is happening locally. A friendly face awaits.

Mid -Day walkers meet at FRC every Tuesday at 11.45am. This is a social walking group mild to moderate exertion followed by a cuppa. All welcome. Inquiries for all FRC at 0719186926.

ABIDE in His Love Women's Conference. 15^th-17^th November. The Great Northern Hotel, Bundoran. Join us for an inspiring weekend with guest speakers including Lisa Cotter (Denver, Colorado), the Nashville Dominican Sisters, Fr. Barry Braum (London), Kathleen Nichols & Celine Kelly (Magdala, Israel), Bishop Kevin Doran (Elphin), Catherine DiNuzzo (Kansas), & Fr. Joseph Mary Deane, CFR, among others. This conference will celebrate the beauty & dignity of women in the Church & the world today. It offers a wonderful opportunity to come together, form new friendships, be uplifted by powerful talks, & experience the transformative presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Invite a family member or friend to join you. To register, visit Eventbrite.ie & search for "Abide in His Love." Further info will be sent via email upon registration.

North Connaught College have a few available places on some full-time courses. Offering a range of QQI courses Beauty, Business, Childcare, Healthcare, Pre-Nursing, OTA. ITEC in Laser & IPL Treatments. Call in to enquire about places on any of the courses or contact 071-9185035 or nccollege@msletb.ie.

RHS Home Care is a Non Commercial Home Care Provider bringing professional home care services to those who need assistance to remain living in their own homes. We are now recruiting new Healthcare Assistants in your area and would love to hear from you. Potential applicants must have the required QQI level 5 (2 modules completed Care Skills & Care of the Older Person). Please email your CV to jobs@rhshomecare.ie or call Aoife on 09066 25988.

Would you like someone to talk to? SeniorLine is Ireland's national telephone service for older people open every day of the year 10am-10pm, Freephone 1800804591.Callers may feel isolated, alone, wish to discuss a problem in confidence, or for company during their day. SeniorLine's volunteers are trained to listen, support, discuss options & refer caller to other helpful services if necessary. So don't be alone if sharing a problem would help. 

“A world at prayer is a world at peace”