CASTLEDERMOT PARISH
Fr. Paul O’ Driscoll 059 9144164 Mobile 087 2564076
Parish Office 059 9144888, Sr. Pauline & Sr. Caitriona 059 9144152
Email or see www.castledermotparish.com
23rd July 2017
Weekend Masses
Sat 7.00p.m. Thomas & Annie Doyle (A), Annie Nolan (A), Margaret Byrne (A), Castledermot: Sheila Galbally (A), Jim Galbally (Rem), Eddie O’Gorman (A), Bill Kelly (A), Deceased Members of the Kelly & O’Gorman Families, Special Intention.
Sun 9.30a.m. Special Intention.
Levitstown:
Sun 11.00a.m: James & Mary Byrne (nee Guiry) (A),
Castledermot: Beatrice & William Farney (A), Margo Whelan (A),
Bridie McCarthy (A), Shane Curry (A),
Deceased Members of the Kiernan Family.
Mass & Services Schedule:
Mon: 7.00pm Evening Mass Special Intention
Tues: 8.45am Morning Prayer
Wed: 7.00pm Evening Mass Special Intention
Thurs: 9.00am Morning Prayer
Fri: 7:00pm Evening Mass
There will be no Eucharistic Adoration for the Months of July & August.
Ministers of the Eucharist (Castledermot)
Sat 22nd July: A. Flood & E. Osborne Sun 23rd July: Sr Pauline & B. O’Donoghue
Sat 29th July: M. Hennessy & S. Ormsby Sun 30th July: Sr. Caitriona & M. Keatley
Ministers of the Word (Castledermot)
Sat 22nd July: M. Keane Sun 23rd July: C. Kelly
Sat 29th July: M. O’Hara Sun 30th July: C. Dunne
Ministers of the Word (Levitstown)
Sun 23rd July: O. Hayden & N. O’Brien Sun 30th July: C. Hayden
Collectors (Levitstown)
July: J. Kelly & F. Heslin Aug: K. Hayden & M. Kirwan
Altar Servers
Sat 22nd July: M. Connors S. Keatley
Sun 23rd July: L. Pittman H. McCluskey
v Trócaire Emergency Collection: An Emergency Collection in aid of Trócaire’s work in East Africa will take place in our Parish this weekend 22nd & 23rd July. This will replace the usual Share Collection. Nearly 25 million people in Somalia, Kenya, South Sudan and Ethiopia are currently in urgent need of food and water due to drought. Trócaire is reaching 150,000 people across the region with emergency food, water and sanitation. Needs are enormous. Please support our appeal and help us reach more people with life-saving aid.
v Irish Kidney Association: Kildare branch of the Irish Kidney Association will hold a meeting in the Clanard Court Hotel in Athy on Monday 31st July at 8.00pm. All Members and Non- Members are welcome.
v Car Boot Sale: The next Car Boot Sale takes place on Sun 30th July from 10.00am to 2.00pm. If you wish to book a place please contact Teach Diarmada on 059-9144888
v Castledermot Community Services Draw: The results of the draw for the month of July are as follows... 1st prize €450 Eimear Finn. 2nd prize €100 G. & M. Horan. 3rd prize €70 Rosaleen Murphy. 4th prize €40 Paddy Farrelly. 5th prize €40 Alice Nolan. 6th prize €40 Willie Moran. PUM €130 A. Joyce.
v Castledermot Community Employment Scheme Open Position: General Operative in Castledermot Tidy Towns. Contact the Supervisor on 059 9144888.
v Kilkea National School: Spaces for enrolment available for September 2017 and 2018. Please contact Kilkea National School. Phone No. 059 9145289 or Email:
v Certificate in Theology: This one-year course is offered by St Patrick’s College Maynooth from September. It aims to provide a dynamic learning environment for those seeking a comprehensive foundation in Catholic Theology or for those who wish to develop and broaden their Theological knowledge. Tel: 014747665. Email: /
v Blessing of the Graves: Dates and times are as follows:
Levitstown….. Sunday 6th August after 9.30am Mass.
Castledermot… Sunday13th August after 11.00am Mass.
v Pathways: Exploring Faith and Ministry: Pathways is a two year, one night a week course for adults of all ages who wish to explore their faith. It runs from late Sept to May each year. There are no exams and no written work. The cost is €400 for the coming year which may be paid in instalments. Some sponsorship may be available for those on limited means. The programme begins this year in Clonliffe College on Thursday 28th Sept 2017 from 7.00pm to 9.30 pm. Booking is now open. For more information visit www.evangelisation.ie or contact Eileen Houlahan on 01-8379253.
v Pre-marriage Courses: Couples getting married in 2017 are advised to book one of the following courses at Accord Carlow. Sept 8th & 9th, Oct 13th & 14th & Nov 17th & 18th. Book on line at www.accord.ie or for further information phone Mary at 059 9138738.
v Mental Health: When we go through tough times, little things like talking about our problems, getting regular exercise, drinking less alcohol and being involved in activities we enjoy can make a big difference to how we feel. Find the little things that work for you at yourmentalhealth.ie