Tullaroan Parish News
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A (1), 1st October 2023
We Remember Our Deceased Loved Ones
Anniversaries: We remember all whose anniversaries occur these times.
Anniversaries Next Weekend: Mass 7.30p,m. Anniversary Mass for Mrs. Lila Cuddihy, Kyle
St. Michael’s Pattern: The pattern (rosary and blessing of graves) will take place this Sunday 1st October at 6.30pm at St. Michael’s, Ballycallan. Note the Earlier Time
October Stations: The October collection for the support of the priest is taken up next weekend. Fr. Guilfoyle receives his income from this collection. Sincere thanks for your support.
Cathedral Draw:
Thanks to all who have joined the Cathedral Draw. The first of the new draws took place on Wednesday. There were no winners from our parish. Results are posted in the porch .
Contact Fr. Guilfoyle if you wish to join.
Petitions for Fatima
As Fr. Guilfoyle is going on pilgrimage to Fatima next week if anyone would like petitions taken to Fatima please drop in the letterbox at Fr. Guilfoyle’s house before Sunday 8th October marked ‘Petitions for Fatima’.
Old School House Music: Naomh Aodhán Community Centre in Kilmanagh are pleased to announce the return of the Saturday night School House Singing Circle. This will start on Saturday 7th October 7.15pm – 9.30 pm. All welcome. Donation of €2 to cover cost of refreshments
School Start of Year Mass
On Tuesday morning at 10 am the school community will gather in the Church for their start of year Mass. You are all invited to join with them.
First Friday Visitation:
The sick and housebound will be visited on Friday at the usual time. If you know of anyone who would like a visit please let Fr. Pat know.
Baptisms: These take place on Saturdays at 2 pm and subject to availability. At least two week’s notice required. Baptisms should occur in the parish where the family are living. Contact Fr. Pat to make a booking.
Confessions available after Masses
On wet days the church will remain closed, all other times we’re open for callers. If the front side gate is open then the church is open.
Holy Hour Returns
The Wednesday Holy Hour in Kilmanagh, from 7pm to 8pm is back. Led by Leslie Sweeney, this prayer time is popular with those who seek time before the Blessed Sacrament, in prayer, music and scripture. All are welcome to attend.
Booking Anniversaries:
Make sure to book well in advance as Masses are on a first come first served basis. Families are encouraged to read, if not the readings then the prayers of the faithful.
Sunday Funerals: Please note that we do not have funerals on Sunday in this parish. Regular Sunday Masses must be catered for, and having to prepare for an offer an extra Mass on a Sunday is not practical. Thank you for your understanding.
Bridge: Bridge in the St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Loughboy every Thursday from 2-4pm. No partner required. All welcome. Contact Rene 086 1271122
Memorial Cards for the late Bishop Seamus Freeman are available in the church porch for anyone wishing to take one.
Safeguarding: Please note our safeguarding reps are John Cuddihy and Richard Coughlan. The diocesan contact is Kathleen Sherry, and numbers to contact relevant authorities are posted on this newsletter and in our porch.
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25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A (1), 24th September 2023
We Remember Our Deceased Loved Ones:
Mrs Phyllis Fitzpatrick, Rathmoyle
Anniversaries: We remember Mrs. Peg Dillon, Ardabawn, and all whose anniversaries occur these times.
Booking Anniversaries:
Make sure to book well in advance as Masses are on a first come first served basis. Families are encouraged to read, if not the readings then the prayers of the faithful.
Sunday Funerals: Please note that we do not have funerals on Sunday in this parish. Regular Sunday Masses must be catered for, and having to prepare for an offer an extra Mass on a Sunday is not practical. Thank you for your understanding.
Loreto Enrolment
The closing date for applications for a First Year place in the school is 23rd October, 2023. Applications can be made via the school website: www.loretokk.ie. An Open Day will take place on Thursday, 28th September, 2023. Further information will be on our website also.
Synodal Gathering: In advance of the first assembly of the Universal Synod, which begins on 4th October 2023, an ecumenical prayer vigil is taking place in Rome to unite us all in praise and worship. In extending this invitation to “TOGETHER – GATHERING OF THE PEOPLE OF GOD” Pope Francis reminded us that ‘the path to Christian unity and the path of synodal conversion of the Church are linked’. In a special way, young people from across the world, are asked to take part. This Sunday, 24th September, we will gather as the People of God in Ossory at the 5.30 pm Mass in St. Mary’s Cathedral united with the People of god across the world to pray for the Universal Synod. People from all across the diocese are invited to attend.
CHY Certs: Thanks to all who returned the CHY Charity reclaim cert.
Safeguarding: Please note our safeguarding reps are John Cuddihy and Richard Coughlan. The diocesan contact is Kathleen Sherry, and numbers to contact relevant authorities are posted on this newsletter and in our porch.
Cathedral Draw:
Thanks to all who have joined the Cathedral Draw. The first draw takes place next Wednesday. It’s €10 per month to join, potential members are asked to join for either a half year or full year, so as to avoid having to follow people every month for money. Top prize each month is €2,000 , 2nd prize is €1,000, 3rd €500. followed by a host of smaller amounts. The money raised goes towards the renovation of the cathedral.
Contact Fr. Guilfoyle or Fr. Liam if you wish to join.
Eucharistic Ministers: You will soon receive an invitation to take part in a 3 module online refresher course for ministers as arranged with the Diocese. Ministers are required to complete this course. Those who wish to step down or retire can contact Fr. Liam. Thank you for your ministry.
Old School House Music: Naomh Aodhán Community Centre in Kilmanagh are pleased to announce the return of the Saturday night School House Singing Circle. This will start on Saturday 7th October 7.15pm – 9.30 pm. All welcome. Donation of €2 to cover cost of refreshments
Bridge: Bridge in the St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Loughboy every Thursday from 2-4pm. No partner required. All welcome. Contact Rene 086 1271122
St. Michael’s Pattern: The pattern (rosary and blessing of graves) will take place on Sunday 1st October at 7 pm at St. Michael’s, Ballycallan.
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24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A (1), 17the September 2023
We Remember Our Deceased Loved Ones:
Mrs. Eileen Tynan, Gaulstown, who was interred during the week.
Anniversaries: We remember John & Anastatia Hall, Gortnagap, Ned Young, Liss, and all whose anniversaries occur these times.
Anniversaries Next Weekend: Saturday: Mass 7.30p, Mrs. Peg Dillon, Ardabawn
Baptisms: These take place on Saturdays at 2 pm and subject to availability. At least two week’s notice required. Baptisms should occur in the parish where the family are living. Contact Fr. Pat to make a booking.
Confessions available after Masses
Reader for next weekend: Charlotte Mulligan
On wet days the church will remain closed, all other times we’re open for callers. If the front side gate is open then the church is open.
Holy Hour Returns
The Wednesday Holy Hour in Kilmanagh, from 7pm to 8pm is back. Led by Leslie Sweeney, this prayer time is popular with those who seek time before the Blessed Sacrament, in prayer, music and scripture. All are welcome to attend.
Booking Anniversaries:
Make sure to book well in advance as Masses are on a first come first served basis. Families are encouraged to read, if not the readings then the prayers of the faithful.
Sunday Funerals: Please note that we do not have funerals on Sunday in this parish. Regular Sunday Masses must be catered for, and having to prepare for an offer an extra Mass on a Sunday is not practical. Thank you for your understanding.
Loreto Enrolment
The closing date for applications for a First Year place in the school is 23rd October, 2023. Applications can be made via the school website: www.loretokk.ie. An Open Day will take place on Thursday, 28th September, 2023. Further information will be on our website also.
Foroige Youth Club Development: Foroige are actively looking for adult volunteers to get involved with Foroige youth clubs right across Kilkenny and county. The goal is to create opportunities for young people to grow, develop, connect, socialise and be part of the community across Kilkenny, but your young people need your help to make it happen. Email expressions of interest to aidan.gleeson@foroige.ie. 086 067 4485
St. Michael’s Pattern: Advance notice, the pattern (rosary and blessing of graves) will take place on Sunday 1st October at 7 pm at St. Michael’s, Ballycallan.
Parish Pastoral Council will meet on Tuesday 7.30pm in the church.
Safeguarding: Please note our safeguarding reps are John Cuddihy and Richard Coughlan. The diocesan contact is Kathleen Sherry, and numbers to contact relevant authorities are posted on this newsletter and in our porch.
Cathedral Draw:
Anyone who would like to join the new Cathedral Draw which starts later this month can contact Fr. Pat. It’s €10 per month to join, but I ask potential members to join for either a half year or full year, so as to avoid having to follow people every month for money. Top prize each month is €2,000 , 2nd prize is €1,000, 3rd €500. followed by a host of smaller amounts. The money raised goes towards the renovation of the cathedral.
Eucharistic Ministers: You will soon receive an invitation to take part in a 3 module online refresher course for ministers as arranged with the Diocese. Ministers are required to complete this course. Those who wish to step down or retire can contact Fr. Liam. Thank you for your ministry.
Cois Nore Choir In concert Friday 22nd September at 7.30pm in Callan Parish Church. Admission Free. Donations on the night go to Cois Nore Cancer Support Centre.
Kilkenny Choir Fest. Saturday 23rd Sept. Castleinch Venue R95 DW92 featuring Cois Nore choir. Tickets Adults €10, 13-17yrs €5, 12 and under free. Tickets at https://Kilkennychoirfest.eventbrite.ie
Culture Night at Ionad Lachtáin – St. Lachtain’s Church & Museum, Freshford on Friday next, Sept 22nd . Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann and Guests present an Irish Entertainment Show with music, song, dance and storytelling
7.30 – 8.30 pm. Admission FREE.