Recent Death: Donal O Shea , Surrey, England, and Formerly of Kilquane

Recent Death: Donal O Shea , Surrey, England, and Formerly of Kilquane

Recent Death: Donal O’ Shea, Surrey, England, and formerly of Kilquane,

Ballymacelligott.

Masses during the Week:

Vigil : 8.00pm Clogher, Donal Daly, Clashatlea (9th Anniv.)

Sun. 10.00am - Ballymac, Máiréad Reidy, Cloghermore (20th Anniv)

7.30pm - Clogher, Divine Mercy Devotions (as in last weeks Misselette).

Mon. 10.00am - Clogher,

Tues.10.00pm - Clogher,

Wed. 10.00am - Ballymac,

Thurs.10.00am - Clogher,

Fri. 7.30pm - Clogher,Michael (Mike) Reidy, Maglass (2nd Anniv.)

+ Exposition 7.00pm

Sat. 10.00am - Ballymac,

Vigil : 8.00pm- Clogher, Joan and Paul Keane, O’ Brennan, (Anniv.)

Sun. 10.00am - Ballymac, Brendan (Brendie) Bonn, Gortagullane (2nd Anniv.)

Rota in Clogher & Ballymac Churches for 13th / 14th April 2013.

Ministers of the Word : 8.00pm - Geraldine Brick

Eucharistic Minister : 8.00pm - Kay Dowling

Ballymac 10.00am - Siobhán O’ Sullivan

Altar Servers Rota : 8.00pm - Team D: Oonagh, Róisín, Laura,

Ballymac : 10.00am - Rachel, Paul, Joseph, Áine, Cait, Cian & Niamh.

Weekend Offertory Collection: Total = € 1,532.34

of which weekly Parish Envelopes = € 1,195.03

Collectors in Clogher Church of April 2013

Vigil Mass ; 8.00pm - Declan McGrath / Tom Herlihy and James Griffin.

Peter’s Pence Collection : This will take place at both Masses this weekend the 6th/ 7th April 2013. This collection is directed towards supporting the ministry of the Pope in his task of uniting the many different strands of the Church and supports the many charitable initiatives promoted by the Holy Father.

Baptism : Last Tuesday, 2nd April 2013, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Ballymacelligott, we celebrated the baptism of Baby Cillian Patrick Kai McEvoy, son of Brian McEvoy and Louise Kleu, who live in Killorglin. As we congratulate Louise and Brian, we ask the Lord to continue to bless them and Baby Cillian and his older brothers, Connor, Stephen and Kevin, in every possible way , both now and in the future.

Walk With Me: Copies of the Easter edition of “Walk With Me” are available in both churches. If you think you would use it at home please feel free to take a copy away with you. We read from it regularly at the weekday Masses in the parish.

Trócaire Boxes: Don’t forget to bring your Trócaire money with you to the Church during the Easter Season and put it in the Collection boxes or drop it into the letter box in the presbytery.

Ballymacelligott Active Retirement Group: The A.G.M. will take place on Tuesday next, 9th April 2013, at 12.45p.m. in Kielduff Community Centre.

Choir Practice: There will be a choir practice in Clogher Church on Tuesday eveningnext, 9th April 2013, at 7.30pm for both choirs, Clogher and Ballymacelligott in preparation for Conformation. All choir members are asked to attend.

St. Joseph’s Young Priests’ Society: The next meeting of the Ballymacelligott branch of the society will take place in St. Brendan’s Church, Clogher on Friday, 12th April 2013, at 8.00p.m..

Do This In Memory / Young Pioneers : The next Mass in the “Do This In Memory” programme will be the 10.00a.m. Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception,Ballymacelligott, on Sunday, 14th April 2013. YoungPioneer Pins will be presented at that Mass to those Confirmation Candidates who have applied to become Young Pioneers.

O’ Brennan N.S. : With the official opening of O’ Brennan N.S . in June 2013, the school is hoping to publish a history of the school. If any past pupils or individuals have any articles, old photos or memorabilia the school would be delighted to receive them. (The school will return any items). Please contact Mike Sweeney at O’ Brennan N.S. on 066-7137448 Thank you and the school looks forward to hearing from you.

Enrolments for Scoil Nuachabháil School Year 2013 / 2014 : Parents who wish to enrol their child in Scoil Nuachabháil, Gortatlea, Ballymacelligott, should do so by 12th April 2013. Application forms are available from the school.

Phone number: 066 7137516.

Ardfert Retreat Centre : Spiritual Journey with Frank Downes OP on Saturday, 13th April 2013, 10.30am – 4.30pm.. Saturday, 20th April 2013, 2.00 – 6.00pm. – Mindfulness presented by Norma Buckley. Booking 066-7134276 orcontact .

Confirmation : The Sacrament of Confirmation will be administered in St. Brendan’s Church, Clogher, on Wednesday, 17th April 2013,at 3.30pm to the 6th Class pupils of the primary schools of our parish. The Sacrament will be administered by Monsignor DanO’ Riordan, Parish Priest of Castleisland and Vicar Forane of our Pastoral Area.

Kerry Diocesan Pilgrimageto Lourdes: This Pilgrimage will be led by Bishop Biill Murphy, to celebrate the Year of Faith. Theme: “Lourdes: Doorway of the Faith” , 2nd - 7th September 2013. Flights Ex Kerry Airport. All booking must be made by post to Mrs. Janice O’ Sullivan PilgrimageCo-ordinator, “Droum “, Nohoval Upper. Rathmore, Co. Kerry. Tel.: 064 7758219 e-mail:

Spring Clean 2013: Ballymacelligott Spring Clean 2013 is organised for the weekend 27th & 28th April 2013. All bags and any other equipment supplied by KCC will be available from Ballymacelligott Post Officein advance. All rubbish collected to be brought to Ballydwyer Creameryfor collection on Monday 29th .It’s amazing what a difference the Spring Cleaning makes to your area, so go on make a difference.

Kerry Brosnan Family Reunion: From 25th to 28th July, 2013, a Kerry Brosnan Family Reunion, as part of the East Kerry Roots Festival 2013 will take place. An invitation is being extended to all Brosnan clan members locally, nationally and internationally to join this ancient clan and celebrate their proud heritage. This four-day gathering gives Brosnans from around the world, and anyone with Brosnan ancestry, the chance to rediscover their roots. For more information see:

Used Postage Stamps : These can be handed in to St. John’s Pastoral Centre, Tralee or Our Lady and St. Brendan’s Church, Tralee, in aid of the Missions.

S.V.P. shop at Friary Lane, Tralee: S.V.P. is dedicated to alleviate poverty and support

those who experience crises in their lives. They help in all cases of immediate need, on a ‘person to person’ basis They are dependant on peoples’ generosity so please support their shop which is now open on Saturdays from 12 to 4pm.Tel 066-7122706.

For assistance, don’t hesitate to contact them at 087-7848825 or 066-7128021

First Holy Communion: Saturday, 4th May 2013, at 11.00a.m. at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Ballymacelligott: O’ Brennan N.S. and Flemby N.S.

Saturday, 18th May 2013, at 11.00a.m. at St. Brendan’s Church, Clogher: Scoil Nuachabháil and Clogher N. S.

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Alcholics Anonymous : Are you worried about your drinking habits?

Do you think you may have a drink problem? Contact your local AA meeting or telephone 066-7127820 or 087-0522911 for information or advice

Seats in the Porches: The seats in the porches of both churches were put there a couple of years ago by the Parish Pastoral Council to accommodate parents with childrenwho might be noisy or a source of distraction for other Mass-goers. We would ask that those seats be reserved for such please.

Altar Servers Rota forClogher :.

Team A : Thérese , Claire, Eoin and Alusin Jar.

Team B : Ciara, Lisa, Maurice & Darren.

Team C: Tommy, Dáire, Dylan, and Daragh.

Team D : Oonagh, Róisín, Laura,

Ballymac:.Rachel, Paul, Joseph, Áine, Cait, Cian & Niamh.

Mount St. Joseph’s Abbey, Roscrea: The Cistercian Monks welcome people from very varied backgrounds to their Guesthouse, a place of peace and serenity. Some may just want a quiet time to reflect and rest, away from the stress of everyday life, while others may be seeking solace in distress or trying to discern the Lord’s will for them.

Whatever! Why not avail of the experience that the serenity of the place and the calm of the Guesthouse gives to nourish you during your stay and, hopefully, stay with you when

you leave and return to your everyday life. There are also many fine walks around the grounds, giving the visitor time and space to enjoy the peaceful landscape of this area. If interestedphone 050525600 or Email

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