First Sunday of Lent

Sat 8^th                    8:00 pm                 Josie & Johnny Mullen (M)

                                                                                                                                                Mary Kate & Patrick O’Donnell (M)

Sun 9^th                   10:00 am              Tommy & John Stenson, Muckelty (A)

Mon 10^th                           10:00 am  Jimmy & Maud Hamilton (M)

                                                                        8:00 pm                             Private Intention (A)

Tues 11^th               St Aengus (bishop & abbot)

10:00 am        Sonny Henry (M)

8:00 pm          Private Intention (A)

Wed 12^th               10:00 am              Private Intention (M)

                                                7:00 pm                 First Confessions (A)

                                                8:00 pm Private Intention (A)

Thurs 13^th             10:00 am              Private Intention (M)

8:00 pm          Private Intention (A)

Fri 14^th                  10:00 am              Private Intention (M)

                                                8:00 pm                 Private Intention (A)

Sat 15^th                  10:00 am              No Mass (M)

Second Sunday of Lent

Sat 15^th                  8:00 pm                 People of the Community (M)

Sun 16^th                 10:00 am              Peter, Josie, & Jimmy Brennan (A)

St Patrick’s Day

Sun 16^th                 8:00 pm                 Margaret Finan, 1^st Anniversary (M)

Mon 17^th   10:00 am Dec’d. of Devaney family, Achonry (A)

Readers of the Word

Saturdays of March 8pm: Martin Golden (M)

Sundays of March 10am: Zara Wims (A)

Readings for 2^nd Sunday of Lent

1^st Reading Gn 15:5-12, 17-18. Psalm Ps 26.

2^nd Reading Phil 3:17-4:1. Gospel Lk 9:28-36.

Ministers of the Eucharist

Saturdays of March 8pm: James Finan (M)

Sundays of March 10am: Mary McAleer (A)

1^st Sunday of Lent 9^th March: Focus: Engaging in challenges on our Lenten journey can help us prepare to carry our own cross. – One way Jesus prepared for his public ministry was to go into the desert, filled with the Holy Spirit, to be tempted by the devil. We may have to confront a similar experience during Lent: While striving to follow the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, we encounter temptations to abandon our good resolutions. Jesus’ example shows us the disposition we must have if we are to triumph over the enemy.

SYMPATHY: We remember in our prayers at this time: Peter McCaul, Cootehill, Co. Cavan, (husband of Elizabeth Rogan, Lisnagore, Achonry).

May the Souls of the faithful departed rest in peace

LENT: Lent is an opportunity to deepen our commitment to God.  The three Lenten disciplines of prayer, fasting, & almsgiving are practical ways we express our intention to return to the Lord.

Emigrant Collection: This Collection will be taken up at all Masses on the weekend of St Patrick’s Day.

Trócaire is the Irish language word for “compassion”. Since it was founded by the Irish Catholic Bishops in 1973, Trócaire has put the compassion of the Irish people into action. For over 50 years, we’ve brought about lasting change & transformed the lives of millions across continents. This incredible impact is made possible by the generosity of the Irish people, who support our work through annual initiatives like the Trócaire Box Appeal & by volunteering their time to create a positive difference in the world. Last year Trócaire brought support & relief to 1.58 million people living in poverty, conflict & injustice. You can help, please take a Trócaire box (available at the door) & you can hand in your contribution at any of the Easter Ceremonies. Thank you.

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 February.

Marian Laity: Meeting in the Parochial House on Thursday 13^th    March at 7pm.

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

Social Club: The Community expects to open the Knocknashee Inn Social Club in late March. There will be two open days Saturday 15^th & Sunday 16^th from 4 to 8pm (St Patrick’s weekend) so you can come in, look around & sign up to become members. Please Support.

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.

A.M.C.E. group are seeking funding from the Heritage Council to carry out a graveyard survey at Court Abbey as part of our obligation to the Adopt a Monument project. We also intend to use an application that would allow us to record the information on gravestones affected by weathering that has resulted in some wording being illegible to the naked eye & another system that could identify the location of forgotten burials or those whose grave markers have been removed over time. All information gathered will then be recorded on the national Historic Graves website. 

Achonry National School has been selected to be part of the Swinford Tesco Community fund. Every time you shop in Tesco Swinford you get blue tokens, you can pop them into the tube for Achonry N.S. we are one of three causes in store for the next 12 weeks. The more blue tokens we have at the end of 12 weeks the bigger share of the funds for Achonry National School. 

Tubbercurry FRC: Free guided walks with Martina Kilian of Nature Inspires this April. Walks include a moonlight walk on Clonneen Bog Wed 9^th April, Dohern Hill 16^th April 10.30am, Masshill to Lough Nabrickeagh April 29^th 10.30am, Masshill Forest walk 7^th May 5pm. For more info contact FRC 0719186926.

The monthly Community Café in FRC (F91YR25) is on Thurs 20^th March 10am-12pm. Music by Chris Stapleton 10.30-11.30am. All welcome. This is a free event but small donations accepted.

Sunday, March 9^th, there will be a short retreat for Readers in the Parish Centre, Ballymote, from 3–5pm. The retreat will be led by Fr Tom Grufferty, currently working at Knock Shrine.

Cloonacool Community Heritage Weekend: This takes place over the St. Patrick's weekend. It will include a live music concert with Ultan Conlon, a heritage themed table quiz (Parents Association), & a Social Dancing night in the company of Stuart Moyles & his band. The events will run from Thurs March 13 to Sat March 15. The Heritage Weekend will also serve as a fundraising opportunity for the Community Centre itself so please keep dates free. Tickets for concert & dance are now available on Eventbrite or from the Mill Café. Full bar facilities throughout. 

Pope Francis has invited us this Lent to "journey in hope together". A short-term pledge is available www.pioneerassociation.org for parishioners who wish to become a "pilgrim of hope" for people who are living under the shadow of addiction.

In his message introducing the Jubilee Year, Pope Francis wrote, “The sacrament of Reconciliation is not only a magnificent spiritual gift, but also a decisive, essential & fundamental step on our journey of faith…..  In this Jubilee Year, may no one be deprived of the opportunity to receive God’s forgiveness & consolation.”

Confessions on 23^rd March (3^rd Sunday of Lent), on this day every Parish Church in our diocese will have the Sacrament of Reconciliation available for the faithful at 3pm (some churches from 3-5pm).

This celebration will be entitled “The Light is on for You”.

Walk with the Lord - Take a journey of reflection, renewal and spiritual growth. Weekend Lenten Retreat 7^th-9^th March 2025. For more info contact Fina Golden Retreat Coordinator 096 45374

In his message introducing the Jubilee Year, Pope Francis wrote, “The sacrament of Reconciliation is not only a magnificent spiritual gift, but also a decisive, essential & fundamental step on our journey of faith…..  In this Jubilee Year, may no one be deprived of the opportunity to receive God’s forgiveness & consolation.”

Confessions on 23^rd March (3^rd Sunday of Lent), on this day every Parish Church in our diocese will have the Sacrament of Reconciliation available for the faithful at 3pm (some churches from 3-5pm).

This celebration will be entitled “The Light is on for You”.

The Youth 2000 Connaught one-day retreat takes place on Sat 29 March, at St. Mary's Church / Dominican Priory in the Claddagh, Galway City, beginning at 9.30am. Workshops, music, talks, testimonies & more. Donation only. Register online at Youth2000.ie, contact connaught@youth2000.ie for more information.

Escorted Tour to Northern Ireland.  Monday 24^th March - €549 per person sharing. Price includes transport, 3 nights in Armagh City Hotel with Breakfast & 4 course dinner. Visit Armagh      Cathedrals, Stormont, Hillsborough Castle, Navan Centre, Titanic Museum & Derry City. Music nightly. Single supplement on   Enquiry. Contact Patricia on 094 900 6426 or 087 1890 236.

Camino de Santiago: Have you ever dreamed of walking the Camino de Santiago? Breakthrough Cancer Research are taking on the 'Portuguese Way' from the 13^th - 20^th June 2025. Starting in Baiona, experience camaraderie & reflection as you walk toward Santiago de Compostela, creating lasting memories on this historic pilgrimage. You can enjoy this amazing adventure with our experienced guide & help Make More Survivors. For more information, please contact edel@breakcancer.ie or phone 021 422 66 55.  

Fully qualified SNA / Carer / Childcare Practitioner available to care for your loved one. Reasonable rate, Garda Vetted, all training up-to-date, reference available. Contact 0874151923 for more info.

'Live Life' National Youth Retreat at Knock Shrine. On May 8^th students from all over the country will gather in Knock Shrine to celebrate the life of Donal Walsh & to reflect on his message - to 'Live Life!' If you are interested in learning more about the day or registering a group please email youthministry@knockshrine.ie.

Apostolic Work Achonry/Elphin Dioceses, would like to get in touch with any Parish group helping Missionaries from their area, with the possibility of helping that Missionary with our "Easter Chicken Fund". For more information please contact, Mary Lee, 087 135 3780 or Margaret Haughey 087 207 2400.

Marriage Encounter Weekend in Knock from Friday 28 March to Sunday 30 March. Book at www.marriageencounter.ie.

On 23^rd March (Third Sunday of Lent) & 14^th Sept (Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross) every Parish Church in our two diocese will have the Sacrament of Reconciliation available for the faithful at 3pm (some churches from 3-5pm). Priests will go to their neighbouring parishes to hear confessions. This celebration will be entitled “The Light is on for You”.

“A world at prayer is a world at peace”