NEWSLETTER
29th June 2025
SS PETER AND PAUL, APOSTLES
PRAY FOR:
P.J. Walsh, Derrygolan.
Margaret (Maggie) Finlay [nee Minnock], Cappincur,
KILLEIGH: SATURDAY
6.00pm
Fintan & Brigid Hinch, Lockclose &
Their daughters Mary Hinch & Peg Kelly.
Jim & Sheila Dunne, Killurin & their
daughters Angela Coughlan & Mary Pook
& her husband Fred Pook.
Annie & John Conroy, Lockclose
& their son Liam.
RAHEEN:
SATURDAY 7.30pm
Shirley Feery, Castlewood,
Geashill.
1st Anniv.
BALLINAGAR:
SUNDAY 10.30am
.
KILLEIGH:
SUNDAY 11.30am
William O’Meara, Meelaghans
& Deceased Family Members.
Thomas Barrett, Monasterevin.
Masses during the Week
10.00am:
Killeigh:-
Thurs & Fri: [ FIRST FRIDAY ]
MASSES FOR NEXT WEEKEND:
KILLEIGH: SATURDAY
6.00pm
John Joe Keenahan, Killurin & Crinkle.
Michael & Brigid Molloy, Gorteen..
RAHEEN:
SATURDAY 7.30pm
Dan & Nora Boland,
Backwood
& Deceased Boland &
Begnall Families, Shranure.
Teresa (Terry) Clinton, Ballymacrossan.
BALLINAGAR:
SUNDAY 10.30am
Martin Dempsey, Killelary &
his parents Michael & Anne, Rathfeston.
Rebecca Leavy, Daingean.
Jason Betson, Ballinagar.
KILLEIGH:
SUNDAY 11.30am
Marie Donnellan, Thornsberry Est, Tullamore. 1st Anniv.
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Next
Week
Ministers
of Holy Eucharist:-
Killeigh -Sat: Ann Geraghty/Teresa McInerney
Killeigh Sun: Aidan Flanagan/Eilish Flanagan
Raheen Sat: Brendan Garry/Imelda Garry
Ballinagar
Sun: John McDonald
READERS for next week-end:-
Killeigh 6.00pm:
Brigid Brickland
Raheen
Sat 7.30pm: Boland Family
Ballinagar
10.30am: Dempsey
Family
Killeigh 11.30am: Donnellan Family
Parish Office open next week Tues, Wed, Thurs
& Friday.
Call 057 93 44161
leave a message with your Name
and Number.
IF URGENT Call 087
number given …
Killeigh Tidy Towns continues for the
month of July. Every Tuesday @7:30 pm meeting on The Green. Many hands make
light work
A Local History
Presentation Of Ballinagar in the Community Hall
THIS Sunday 29th at 11.30am.
The event is hosted by Ballinagar Planning Group,
John Malone will present a display of articles and photos about the
village and some of people who lived here.
If anyone has old photos of Ballinagar please bring them along.
Raheen GAA Tour To
Glasnevin Cemetery for a Guided Tour: Wednesday July 16th leaving Geashill at 9am,
Cloneygowan at 9.15am,
Cost is €35 per person for the bus and tour.
Please contact Gerry Kelly
086 215 0017 or Pauric Pierce
087 683 3535 to book.
Columban Day Celebrations:
Carlow
host St Columbanus Day Celebrations from 11th July to 13th July. St
Columbanus, patron saint of the Missionary Society of St Columban, was born in
Myshall, Co. Carlow.
Walk along the picturesque Columban Way.
Talks, such as ‘Columbanus, the Man from Myshall,’ by former President Dr Mary
McAleese, in the Holy Cross Church in Myshall. Columbanus Day Mass at the
Cathedral of the Assumption, Carlow on Sunday 13th July.
See Posters on church boards.
Killeigh Community Centre
update:
Badminton,
Zumba, Ginny B Fitness, Pilates and chair yoga are all still on, check out our
facebook page for details or email us on info@killeighcommunitycentre.com.
On
Thursday 31st July there is a new class running from 8.15pm to
9.15pm for 4 weeks – Jive lessons with Emma.
Defibrillator
Training Course:
Anyone interested in being trained please contact Pauric
Pierce
087 683 3535.
Time And Venue to be confirmed. Course will take a couple of hours and
is free of charge & will be carried out by Edenderry Community First
Responders. A great asset to the community and could save a life.
The more that are
trained the better.
Please pray for Luke Price, Ard. MISSING since January,
and pray for his family.
Come and
See Day
A day to
explore Priesthood: Talks, time for prayer, answering your questions,
discerning a vocation, Knock House Hotel F12 R6Y5, Sunday 13th July
11.00am to 4.30pm.
Bookings only through Vocations.ie. More information carol.king@vocations.ie
Planning a Marriage ?
www.killeigh.com/getting_married
The Sports
updates to Club and
Community notes available on www.killeigh.com
Irish Cancer Society’s Transport Service – Volunteer
Drivers Needed
Seeking compassionate volunteer drivers volunteer@irishcancer.ie.
We are seeking compassionate volunteer drivers in your
community. Your time can help to continue the vital service of providing
transport for patients attending cancer treatment appointments.
If you have a minimum of 2 days per month to spare, a
valid driving license, and a safe, reliable vehicle, you're the perfect
candidate to make a significant difference. Your generosity can ease the
journey for many during a challenging time, offering comfort and support when
it's needed most.
Full training will be provided. There are a number of
essential post-drive administration tasks that will require either existing knowledge
of basic computer or IT skills, or the willingness to acquire such skills (such
as scanning and uploading documents or attending virtual meetings).
For more information and to become a volunteer driver,
contact Monica at volunteer@irishcancer.ie.
Rahan Parish Pilgrimage
to Northern Italy, visiting Venice and Padua. October 2-9th.
4 places left. Contact Laura at 057 93 55050 or info@myriam.ie
Parish Office phone. Please leave your number with your message.
IF URGENT Call the 087 number given
.
Mass Times.
Saturday evening Mass in Killeigh is at 6pm.
Saturday evening in Raheen at 7.30pm
Sunday morning in Ballinagar at 10.30am
Sunday morning in Killeigh at 11.30am
These times are provisional.
Interesting Catholic News
View interesting videos.
Welcome and Thank God for Pope Leo.
Pope Leo XIV The untold story of new elected Pope Robert Prevost:
In 1975 Robert Prevost was at the top of his game. Chicago math teacher. Devout Catholic. Accepted into Harvard Law. He had everything a young man could dream of, But then—he made a decision that no one saw coming...Read MORE...
Congratulations to the Committee.
All updates on Facebook page.
Email:- info@killeighcommunitycentre.com
Useful contacts for Information on Marian Shrines, and others:-
http://www.knock-shrine.ie/
History; Pilgrims Guide; Facilities; Accommodation; News; Shop; etc
http://en.lourdes-france.org/tv-lourdes/
See Live TV from the shrine; Deepen [history, Messages, Cures, etc]; Youth
http://sacredsites.com/europe/
portugal/fatima.html
Sacred Sites; Places of Peace and Power throughout the world
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.
SLIDE SHOWS:-
Visit your ancestors grave in
Visit your ancestors grave in
Thanks to work of Roseanna and Emma.
See slides of the Easter Morning Mass on the mountain
View some pics from the Official Opening of Ballinagar School.
See slides of the Easter Morning Mass on the mountain
View some pics from the Official Opening of Ballinagar School.
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.
Pontifical University – St Patrick’s College, Maynooth.
Higher Diploma in Theological Studies One-year part-time evening course. Lectures are held on: Mon’s & Wed’s 6.30-9.30pmFour Saturdays ( 2 Sat every semester) 10am – 4pm. Info etcContact 01-7084772 email: admissions@spcm.ie or maynoothcollee.ie
Pope Leo XIV
The untold story of new elected Pope Robert Prevost:
In 1975 Robert Prevost was at the top of his game. Chicago math teacher. Devout Catholic. Accepted into Harvard Law. He had everything a young man could dream of, But then—he made a decision that no one saw coming. He said no to Harvard
No to a six-figure future. No to fame. No to comfort
And yes—to something few dare to choose: A life of complete surrender. He joined a missionary group and moved to Peru. Not to the cities. Not to the tourist spots .
But to the *most* remote villages—where children die from treatable diseases. And families walk miles just for clean water. There were no roads. No running water. No WiFi
Just mountains. Silence And poverty. But he embraced it like home
Robert didn’t just live *among* the people. He became *one* of them
• Learned Quechua—the sacred language of the Incas
• Carried food on foot for days
• Slept on dirt floors with the villagers
• Prayed under the stars
When he wasn’t building shelters. He taught math to barefoot kids under broken rooftops. When he wasn’t teaching. He carried the sick on donkeys to get help. When he wasn’t healing. He listened—truly listened—to stories no one else cared to hear.
While his friends from back home became lawyers and doctors. He became something else entirely.
A shepherd
A brother
A quiet warrior of faith
And slowly—his legend grew. His acts weren’t broadcasted. But they echoed through the Andes
Bishops noticed
Priests noticed
And eventually—the Vatican noticed
They called him back to lead his entire Augustinian order. From serving a village. To overseeing 2,800 brothers in over 40 countries.
Still—he kept his same sandals
Still—he walked with the poor
Still—he rejected luxury
Then came the call that changed everything:
Rome wanted him closer. In 2020 He was appointed Archbishop and assigned to govern other bishops globally. It was rare. But Robert had never chased tradition. He wasn’t just fluent in Latin or Canon Law.
He was fluent in *compassion*
In humility
In listening
In *presence*
The Vatican didn’t just see a priest. They saw a *leader with soul*. On September 30, 2023. Pope Francis made it official:
Robert Prevost was named a Cardinal. Just one step below the Pope
And then… in 2025
History was made. For the first time ever
An American
A former math teacher
A missionary to the forgotten
Was elevated as the 267th Pope of the Catholic Church
And he didn’t forget the people who shaped him. To this day [the day he became Pope] Robert still returns to the same villages.
Still prays in Quechua
Still sits on dirt floors
Still holds the hands of the elderly in silence
Because leadership he believes:
Is about *presence* not position
The world is obsessed with power.
But Robert Prevost proves:
• Titles mean nothing without service
• Knowledge is useless without love
• And faith—without sacrifice—is noise
He turned down the world. And changed it instead.
Message to Priests & People on the death of Pope Francis
It is with great sadness that we learned of the news of the death of Pope Francis. While we knew he was very ill, seeing him on Easter Sunday in St. Peter’s Square, greeting the faithful, brought great comfort. The announcement of his death on Easter Monday morning was all the more a shock and sad, at the suddenness of his passing.
Pope Francis came from the periphery, as the first Pope from the Americas, and those at the periphery - the poor, the migrant, the prisoner, the refugee, the outcast – were always at the centre of his pontificate. Only last Holy Thursday, despite his own frailty, he took time to visit Rome’s Regina Coeli prison and his first visit outside Rome as Pope was to the tiny island of Lampedusa to remember the many drowned at sea, in search of refuge and a new beginning on mainland Europe.
Pope Francis will be remembered for many things and there will be much commentary over the next while, but for me, his message of inclusion and mercy was key. “The name of God is mercy” he reminded us. And now we commend him to the mercy of God.
I ask every parish to celebrate a Requiem Mass for the happy repose of the soul of Pope Francis on a date and time that is convenient for you. You may ring your Church Bells 88 times, if you wish, at the end of that Mass (once for every year of his life). We should include Pope Francis in our intercessory prayers for the dead at all Masses over the coming days.
I will celebrate a Requiem Mass in the Cathedral on Thursday 24 April at 10am for the repose of his soul.
At the heart of Pope Francis’ message of hope in this Jubilee Year was the reality of the life, death and resurrection of Christ and in this Easter Octave, Pope Francis is welcomed into the eternal embrace of the resurrection. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Every blessing and good wish to all of you during this Easter Octave,
22 April 2025 + Denis