29^th Sunday in Ordinary Time   MISSION SUNDAY

Sat 19^th                  6:00 pm William Gannon & his mother Mary

 & sister Mary (A)

Sun 20^th                 10:00 am              People of the Community (M)

Mon 21^st                10:00 am              Private Intention (M)

Tues 22^nd               St John Paul II (pope)

10:00 am        Private Intention (M)

Wed 23^rd               St John of Capistrano (priest)

10:00 am        Private Intention (A)

Thurs 24^th             St Anthony Mary Claret (bishop)

10:00 am        Sr Julie Henry, Carrowmore (M)

Fri 25^th                  Bl Thaddeus MacCarthy (bishop)  

10:00 am        Private Intention (A)

Sat 26^th                  11:00 am              Francie Gilmartin, Rinbane (M)

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 26^th                  6:00 pm                 Alfie Gilmartin & his parents

                                                                                                Patrick & Kathleen (A)

Sun 27^th                 10:00 am              Bridgie & Michael Johnston &

their son Michael (M)

Readers of the Word

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

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

Readings for 30^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

1^st Reading Je 31:7-9. Psalm Ps 125.

2^nd Reading Heb 5:1-6. Gospel Mk 10:46-52.

Ministers of the Eucharist

Saturdays of October 6pm: Inez Wims (A)

Sundays of October 10am: Johnny Finan (M)

29^th Sunday in Ordinary Time 20^th Oct: Focus: The Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve & give his life as a ransom for many. – In contrast to the pressures to seek power, comfort, & fame, our Church proclaims humble service. We are called to gaze on our king, enthroned on a cross, ornamented with wounds. We are told in no uncertain terms that the only path to greatness in the kingdom of God is the path of self-giving love.

SYMPATHY: We remember in our prayers at this time: Wilfred Brennan, Ballymote, (brother of Nathy), Louis Doddy, (brother of Val & Eddie)

May the Souls of the faithful departed rest in peace

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

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

Wedding: Congratulations & best wishes to Barry O’Dowd, Carrowclare, & Kirsty Sykes, Muirkirk, Cumnock, Scotland who were married on October 11^th in Mullinabreena Church.      

We wish them many years of health & happiness

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

Time for a clothes clear out!!! Achonry national school parents association are having a clothes collection on the 2^nd/3^rd & 9^th/10^th Nov at St Nathy’s Hall from 10am-12noon on those four dates. 

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

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.

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.

Bake Sale: Tubbercurry Community First Responders are having a bake sale on Sat 26^th Oct in the pop up shop, Main Street, Tubbercurry from 10am to 1pm. We welcome baked items. Your support would be greatly 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. 

The hilarious comedy Matches and Old Flames by Tommy Marren will be staged in St Brigid’s Hall Tubbercurry on Friday & Sat Nov 1^st & 2^nd at 8pm. Tickets available in Gillespies. 

Invitation to Friends of Carmel Gathering: The Door of Entry is Prayer - 10am to 4pm Saturday 9^th Nov at Holy Hill Hermitage.

Programme: 'The Interior Castle', Adoration, Eucharist, bring packed lunch, 'Contemplative Companions for the Journey' & 'Carmel and the Holy Doors'.

THREE HILLS CAFÉ (beside Mullinabreena Church)

To maintain the success of the Three Hills Café we would ask households to commit to supporting at least once every few weeks. Café is open Saturday & Sunday 10am-2pm. 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 8:30pm

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.

Coleman Music Centre: Coleman Community Cinema, Sat, 19^th Oct at 2.30pm showing ~ INSIDE OUT 2. Treat bags are available.

Adm €5. 1 adult per family goes free

Seán Keane & his band playing on Sat, 26^th Oct at 8pm. Adm €28. For bookings: 071 9182599 or www.colemanirishmusic.com

“A world at prayer is a world at peace”

All Souls Indulgences

An indulgence, applicable only to the souls in purgatory, is granted to the faithful, who devoutly visit a cemetery & pray, even if only mentally, for the departed. The indulgence is plenary each day from the 1^st to 8^th November; on other days of the year it is partial.

A plenary indulgence, applicable only to the souls in purgatory, is granted to the faithful, who on All Souls Day [November 2^nd {as well as on the Sunday preceding or following, & on All Saints' Day}] piously visit a church & recite one Our Father & the Creed.

To acquire a plenary indulgence it is necessary also to fulfill the following 3 conditions: sacramental Confession, Eucharistic communion, & prayer for the intention of the Holy Father. The 3 conditions may be fulfilled several days before or after the performance of the visit; it is, however, fitting that communion be received & the prayer for the intention of the Holy Father be said on the same day as the visit.

The condition of praying for the intention of the Holy Father is fully satisfied by reciting one Our Father & one Hail Mary. A plenary indulgence can be acquired only once in the course of the day.

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.

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:

Baby Bonding Classes starting Tues 5^th Nov for 6 weeks 10-11am.

Lovely local sessions getting you & your baby off to the best start possible. Enjoy simple, gently, playful activities to help build a strong relationship with your little one. Learn about how babies develop & how YOU play the most important part of all! Suitable for newborns to 8 months. Cost €10. Delivered by baby bonding practitioners. Places are limited. Bookings on 0719186926.

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 10^th October 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 Oct 17^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.

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.

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.