NEWSLETTER
Parish Newsletter 13th June 2021
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Tues – Fri 10.30am – 1pm
Fr. John and Msgr. Tom
welcome Parishioners back to Mass in the churches. Maximum 50 People.
(Social spacing & wearing a mask)
We Pray for:
KILLEIGH: SATURDAY 7.30 pm
Pauline Reynolds, Killurin.
RAHEEN: SATURDAY
7.30 pm
Michael & Margaret Fitzpatrick, Ballyduff.
RAHEEN: SUNDAY 9.00 am
John & Eileen Fahy, Geashill Village
BALLINAGAR: SUNDAY 10.30 am
KILLEIGH: SUNDAY
11.30 am
Patrick & Christine Walsh, Glendyne.
Paddy Berry, Derryadd.
Masses during the week:
Killeigh Church:-
Tues, Wed, Thurs & Fri at 10.00am
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Geashill - Ballinagar Mobile Webcam:
Mon 7.30pm, Tues. 10.00am, Wed. 7.30pm Thurs & Fri 10am
Fr. Seán Dempsey saying Mass each morning in Ballinagar Mon to Fri @ 10am
NEXT WEEK-END:
KILLEIGH: SATURDAY 7.30 pm
Liam
Conroy, Lockclose. 1st
Anniv.
And
his mother Annie Conroy.
Teresa
Colton, Gorteen;
&
Richard + Brigid Colton and Baby Erika
RAHEEN: SATURDAY 7.30 pm
Tony Daly, Geashill & Tullamore.
RAHEEN: SUNDAY 9.00 am
Donal
& Kathleen O’Brien, Ballintogher.
BALLINAGAR: SUNDAY 10.30 am
Rosemary
Betson, Ballinagar.
Rose,
Edward & Michael Gallagher, Cappyroe.
KILLEIGH: SUNDAY 11.30 am
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READERS next weekend:-
Killeigh
7.30pm Family
Raheen
7.30pm Betty
Crombie
Raheen
9.00am Family
Ballinagar
10.30pm Jimmy Wrafter
Killeigh
11.30am Eugene Cahill
Funerals &
Weddings (50 Max):-
Funerals are considered
private family events.
Attendance at wakes in private homes is for immediate family only.
Baptisms:- Maximum
attendance 6.
This is mandatory as set out in the HSE and Government guidelines.
The following message is
from the Department of an Taoiseach:
From July 5th –
First
communions, confirmations and baptisms may take place. Related family
gatherings should strictly adhere to prevailing public health advice on
household mixing, including visitors to your home and indoor and outdoor dining.
Restrictions on religious
services from May 10th (Subject to review)
Pods of 50 for a capacity of
greater than 50:-
•social
distancing guidelines are adhered to.
•the
premises can be subdivided into distinct sections (cordoned or marked
appropriately) of not more than 50 persons in each section.
•there
is a minimum of 4 metres between sections.
•each
section having its own entrance/exit route.
•there
are separate arrangements for elements of the service involving close contact,
for example the distribution of Holy Communion.
•strictly
no movement of people between sections before, during or after the service.
•the
premises is well-ventilated.
Outdoor Worship is not permitted.
Drive-in Religious Service
(e.g. church car park) all
attendees have to remain in their vehicles.
Use
of Religious premises for any other purposes/parochial activities/community
meetings etc. is not permitted in line with Government restrictions on
organised indoor gatherings.
TAX RELIEF
On Your 2020 Donations.
Thanks to all those returning their CHY4 Tax
form that was sent out in the post. The
Parish received €19,649.81 in 2020.
World Elder Abuse
Awareness Day – June 15th
World Elder Abuse
Awareness Day serves as a call to organisations and communities to raise
awareness about Elder abuse, neglect and exploitation. Research suggests that 4
– 10% of older people experience some form of abuse, most of which will go
unreported. This day is to make sure we remain focused on our older populations
and ensure that they continue to lead lives of high quality and dignity. You
can show your support by wearing a purple ribbon on World Elder Abuse Awareness
Day on June 15th.
Are you
being called to the Permanent Diaconate?
Permanent Deacons are
ministers of the Word, the altar and service.
Bishop Denis is inviting
expressions of interest in learning more about formation for the Permanent
Diaconate in the Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin.
The Permanent Diaconate is
open to men aged between 30 and 60 who have a genuine sense of vocation to this
calling. Deacons are self-supporting and continue in their family lives and
secular employment.
A new programme of
discernment and formation for the Permanent Diaconate in the Diocese will
commence in October 2021.
For further information please contact Rev. John McEvoy before Saturday
July 31st. Tel: 059 916 1114
Email:
permanentdiaconate@kandle.ie
‘You did not choose me but
I chose you’ – John 15:16
National Male
Advice Line:
Offers
confidential advice and support to Male victims of domestic violence and abuse
over the phone. This Service is also available to family and friends who may
have concerns for a loved one and are seeking some guidance on how to help
them. Telephone 1800-816 588
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Tues – Fri 10.30am – 1pm
Message of Bishop Denis
for Re-OPENING
OF CHURCHES.
The 7 S’s
Signage, Sanitisation, Stewarding, Support, Social Distancing, Seating & Symptoms.
Please
note encouragement of Bishop Denis to those who are Elderly, Vulnerable or Ill
not to come to mass for now.
Useful Videos – kindly provided by the Archdiocese of Tuam
A Copy of the Scroll of the Prophet Isaiah, found in 1948 in a cave near the Dead Sea.
Carbon dated showing it was writen in 70 B.C.
USEFUL INFORMATION
Warning signs of a STROKE:
The following can help you recognise if someone is having a stroke and ACT FAST if you see any of them.
The following can help you recognise if someone is having a stroke and ACT FAST if you see any of them.
F – FACE: Ask the person to smile-does one side droop?
A – ARMS: Ask the person to raise both arms and keep them there.
S – SPEECH: Can the person repeat a sentence? Is their speech slurred?
T – TIME: If you see any of the above signs – even just one – call 999 for an ambulance
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Suicidal Thoughts?
Share the Load!
….others can help you carry it.
Midlands Living Links 086-1600641
MABS – Money Advice – Hibernian Hse, 076-107-2710 (free & confidential).
C.I.C. – Citizens Information Centre
Mon-Sat, 10.30am-12.30pm 057 9352204.
Samaritans: 1850 60 90 90
Pieta House 1800 247 247 or 0818 277 438
Suicidal Thoughts?
Share the Load!
….others can help you carry it.
Midlands Living Links 086-1600641
MABS – Money Advice – Hibernian Hse, 076-107-2710 (free & confidential).
C.I.C. – Citizens Information Centre
Mon-Sat, 10.30am-12.30pm 057 9352204.
Samaritans: 1850 60 90 90
Pieta House 1800 247 247 or 0818 277 438
Samaritans new freephone number 116 123
visit www.3ts.ie/need-help/ for a full list of crisis helplines
Domestic Violence
We can help! Contact Offaly Domestic Violence Support Service (ODVSS)
on our Confidential Information Line 057 9351886. (Open Mon to Fri 10am to 12pm2pm to 4pm)
Have you got a number in your phone after the letters I.C.E.?
In Case of Emergency?
DO IT NOW!
Grow: World Community Mental Health Movement in Ireland.
You alone can dot it,
but you can’t do it alone.
If you are anxious, depressed,
or feeling suicidal,
GROW can support you.
Strictly Confidential. www.grow.ie
Young Adult Group Monday 7.30pm,
Community Group Thurs 3.00pm
Community Health Centre 057 9351124.
You alone can dot it,
but you can’t do it alone.
If you are anxious, depressed,
or feeling suicidal,
GROW can support you.
Strictly Confidential. www.grow.ie
Young Adult Group Monday 7.30pm,
Community Group Thurs 3.00pm
Community Health Centre 057 9351124.
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