Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 2^nd                    6:00 pm                 Peter & Ellen Murtagh (M)

Sun 3^rd                   10:00 am              Dick Brennan, Churchpark (A)

                                                                                                Rosary in Achonry Cemetery

Mon 4^th                  St Charles Borromeo (bishop)

10:00 am        Sean Johnston & dec’d of Johnston family (M)

Tues 5^th                 St Martin de Porres (religious)

10:00 am        Special Intention (M)

Wed 6^th                  All the Saints of Ireland

10:00 am        Holy Souls (A)

Thurs 7^th               St Willibrord (bishop)

10:00 am        Holy Souls (M)

Fri 8^th                    10:00 am              Holy Souls (A)

Sat 9^th                    The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica

10:00 am        John Eddie McLoughlin (M)

12:00 pm        Padraig Coleman & his parents

Jimmy & Kathleen (A)

Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sat 9^th                    6:00 pm                 William & Angela Donohoe (M)      

Sun 10^th                 10:00 am              Michael & Ellen Monaghan & dec’d family (A)

                                                11:00 am              Rosary in Courtabbey

Readers of the Word

Saturdays of November 6pm: James McCarrick (M)

Sundays of November 10am: Sinead O’Brien (A)

Readings for 32^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

1^st Reading 1 Kg 17:10-16. Psalm Ps 145.

2^nd Reading Heb 9:24-28. Gospel Mk 12:38-44.

Ministers of the Eucharist

Saturdays of November 6pm: Sheila McGowan (M)

Sundays of November 10am: Mary Davey (A)

31^st Sunday in Ordinary Time 3^rd Nov: Focus: God’s love is the foundation of his law. – The two greatest commandments of which Jesus speaks are rooted in love: The first is to love God; the second is to love others. They both stem from the outpouring of God’s pure goodness. If we love God fully & faithfully, & love others as he loves, we cooperate in our own well-being, & come closer to his kingdom.

SYMPATHY: We remember in our prayers at this time: Seán McGuinness, Lissenagh (son of Joe & Julie). Seán died in a tragic accident last weekend.

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 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

Parish Pastoral Councils: At a recent meeting of the Diocesan Pastoral Leadership Team, it was agreed to invite all members of the Parish Pastoral Councils for a short meeting in the Park Hotel Kiltimagh on Tuesday, Nov 5^th at 8pm. The meeting will be facilitated by Dr Justin Harkin. It will provide an opportunity for members to share their experiences, to review their work & to explore fresh possibilities in developing the pastoral outreach of their parishes.

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. 

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.

The Coleman Centre: Sat 9^th Nov at 8pm. The Mulcahy Family playing traditional Irish music on a variety of acoustic instruments. Adm €15. Call: 071 9182599 or www.colemanirishmusic.com

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.

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.

Initiatives currently under way in the Diocese.

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

“A world at prayer is a world at peace”

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.