June 2nd 2013

2nd June 2013                                                                                    
Feast of Corpus Christi
The Body & Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
MASS INTENTIONS         BALLINLOUGH
Sun 2  June    12 Noon Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, Corpus Christi.
Luke Cregg, Cloonlough. 10th Anniversary.
Bernie Rogers, Clydagh, Anniversary.
Kathleen Waldron, Clooncrim. M.M.
Kathleen & James Gormley, Cloonlough. Anniv.
Tue 4  June  10 am  Private Intention.
Wed 5  June  10 am
Mass for the people of the Parish.
Fri 7  June 8.15pm
Feast of the Most Sacred Heart Of Jesus.
Sun 9  June  12 Noon
Martin & Nora Cregg, Keyfield.
John Gaffey, Islands his wife Bridget & deceased members of the family.
Eugene Heffernan, Stonepark, Anniv.
 
Eucharistic Ministers:
Church Readers:
  Ballinlough Church:
Sun. 9 June 12 Noon
Margaret McDermott,
John Carty.
John Cregg.
Granlahan Church:
Sat. 8 June 8pm.
Joe keane,
Mary Gormley (B).
Sheila Brady.             
The Ballinlough Gathering 2013 is making a contribution to the Cemetery Mass which will be held on Sun. 30th June @ 2 p.m. The Gathering Committee would be delighted to hear from any person who would like to participate in the mass. If you know of any relative who intends to travel to the Mass who may like to participate please contact Anne at 086 0610439 or any committee member or give names to Fr. Joe, preferably before the end of the week.
Co. Roscommon job club is running a 4 week job seeking skills course starting Tuesday 4th June 10-1pm each day. Contact Mary 094 9862373.
The Accord centre, Castlebar offer a confidential Counselling Service for couples to reflect upon & resolve difficulties in their marriages and relationships. Contact 094 9022214
Mother & Toddler group starting in The Time Out Café Ballinlough every Thursday @ 11am. All welcome.
MASS INTENTIONS:           GRANLAHAN
Sat
1
June
8 pm. Tom Ronan. James Kelly, Granalahan, Anniv.
William & Anne McDonnell, Currislustia, Anniv.
Fri
7
June
10am Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Sat
8
June   
 8 pm. Helen & John Joe Lynch, anniversary.
John Gaffney.
Paddy & Mary Connolly, Granlahan, anniv.
OFFERTORY COLLECTION   Sat. and Sun. 25th & 26th May
                        Ballinlough: €455        Granlahan: €220
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Martha Greene wife of Eamonn Greene, Currislustia, who died recently in Lincolnshire. The Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus is on Fri next 7th June. A Hospice support group meeting will be held on Wed 5th June @ 8.30pm in O’Connors, Ballinlough.  
                                                                                                                       
There will be Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament in all our Churches, Ballinlough, Granlahan & Cloonfad this Sunday 4pm-5pm at the request of our Holy Father, Pope Francis.
     
Next Friday is the first Friday of the month, I will visit the sick & house bound as usual: 10.30 am.Ballinlough.     11am. Granlahan.   2.30pm Cloonfad.                                                                                                              
Care of the churches:
Ballinlough: Our thanks to the people of Clooncalagy & Meelick who took care of the flowers during the month of May. Would the people of Foxboro & Keyfield look after it during the month of June.  Granlahan: Sincere thanks to group D who cared for the church during the month of May. Would group A look after it during the month of June. Group A: Deirdre Quinn, Moira Sweeney, Erika Sweeney, Maura Burke, Yvonne Ryan, Grainne Keaveney.      
                                                                              
Waldron Clan Gathering  21st - 23rd June. Tickets for Sat night Dinner Dance in The Park Hotel, kiltimagh available from Ursula 086 3519505. Information on
www.waldronireland.com         
                                                                                            

We wish every good luck & success to all our pupils & young people who are doing examinations and preparing for them in all the different schools, colleges & universities. We pray and ask God to help them prepare and help them during the examination itself. May God continue to guide and direct them now and always.                                                         
Active Retirement: People who are travelling to Belfast please pay the remainder of fees Wed. 5th June Time Out Café, Ballinlough 2pm-3pm                                                           
Anyone interested in participating in Granlahan Gathering/Fair, there will be a meeting Wed 5th June in the Community Centre.                                           
The Volunteers from the Ballinlough Day Centre would like to thank everyone who supported the church gate collection last weekend. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.                                                                                                              Arts Competition: Deadline for entries has been extended to Friday 14th June 7pm.-9pm. in The Time out Café. Application forms available at Youth Café,   
3 per entry. Categories are art, photography, creative writing & poetry, for all age groups. The theme is “The Gathering”. Exhibition of entries and presentation of prizes takes place Wed. 26th June in The White House Hotel @ 9.15pm.                       

 

May 26th 2013

The Feast of the Most Holy Trinity
26th May 2013
MASS INTENTIONS         BALLINLOUGH
Sun 26
May
12 Noon
Brian Flemming, Ballinlough. M.M.
Deceased members of the O Donovan family, Ballymahon.
Tue 28
May
10 am  Private Intention.
Wed 29 May 10 am
Mass for the people of the Parish.
Sun 2 June  12 Noon
Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, Corpus Christi.
Luke Cregg, Cloonlough. 10th Anniversary.
Bernie Rogers, Clydagh, Anniversary.
Kathleen Waldron, Clooncrim. M.M.
Kathleen & James Gormley, Cloonlough. Anniv.
 

Eucharistic Ministers:

Church Readers:
  Ballinlough Church:
Sun. 2 June 12 Noon
Christina Gormley,
Helen Finnegan.
John James Cregg.
Granlahan Church:
Sat. 1 June 8pm.
Angela Keaveney,
Tess Ronan.
Teresa Hebron.             
We hope to have the Corpus Christi Processions as usual this year.
Granlahan:  Saturday 1st June after 8pm Mass.
Ballinlough: Sunday 2nd June after 12 noon mass.
Cloonfad: Sunday 9th June after 10.30am Mass.
Waldron Clan Gathering 21st - 23rd June. Tickets for Sat night Dinner Dance in The Park Hotel, kiltimagh available from Ursula 086 3519505. Information on www.waldronireland.com 
Carrick N.S. will hold their traditional May Queen Celebration Friday 31st May. Enrolment details & an information pack will be available on the day. Any Grandparents who would like to come along are very welcome.

MASS INTENTIONS:           GRANLAHAN
Sat
25
May
8 pm. Bernadette, Bridget and John Murphy and deceased members of the family, Castlequarter.
Fri
31
May
10am
Private Intention
Sat
1
June   
 8 pm. Tom Ronan.
James Kelly, Granalahan, Anniv.
William & Anne McDonnell, Currislustia, Anniv.
OFFERTORY COLLECTION   Sat. and Sun. 18th & 19th May
                        Ballinlough: €520        Granlahan: €476
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Josie Glynn, Lavallyroe, Cloonfad, who died recently.
The Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus is on Friday 7th June. The Novena in honour of The Sacred Heart will start on Thursday 30th May 8pm in Granlahan Church, and will end on Friday 7th June, The Feast Day of the Sacred Heart.
Shrines of Portugal (inc Fatima), Sept 26th, 7 nights. Early booking advised. Details from John B 09328337 or Therese 012410822.
Sean Flynn will be ordained deacon for the Tuam Archdiocese next week.
St. Patricks Drama Society, Ballyhaunis, in association with meals on wheels, Brickens, will present the hilarious comedy play “Try anything twice” in Parochial Hall, Ballyhaunis, Mon June 3rd @ 8.30 pm. Complementary cuppa afterwards. Tickets €10 and can be purchased locally. Pre booking advisable. Contact 094 9380910.
Monster Charity card game, Brickens Community Centre Tuesday 28th May @ 9pm. Monster Raffle & great spot prizes. Tickets €5. Proceeds to Ireland West Medjugorje Association.
A Friday Night Club will take place in The Time Out Café, every Friday Night for the Summer starting 7th June, for 3rd 4th 5th 6th classes. Activities include dance, arts & crafts, culinary & social skills. Registration on 31st May between 6pm - 7pm.
Kiltullagh Branch supporting people with special needs are holding their Annual Sponsored fast on Sat June 1st. and Sunday June 2nd. Your support in the past is greatly appreciated.
Ballyhaunis & District Credit Union invite you to their open day to celebrate their 30th Anniversary on 1st June 2013 @ 12pm. Car draw, Photo Exhibition, Refreshments on the day.

May 19th 2013 Kiltullagh Newsletter

Pentecost Sunday  19th May 2013
MASS INTENTIONS         BALLINLOUGH
Sun 19
May
12 Noon
Patrick & Mary Kelly, their daughter Cathrine and their grand-daughter Cathrine.
Josephine & Jim McWalter, Cloonlee, Anniversary. Pat & Sarah Kelly & deceased members of the family, Carraghs.
Tue 21
May
10 am  Rose Donnellan.
Wed 22 May 10 am
Frank Beirne, Ballinlough.
Sun 26
May
12 Noon
Brian Flemming, Ballinlough. M.M.
 

Eucharistic Ministers:

Church Readers:
  Ballinlough Church:
Sun. 26 May 12 Noon
Peter Baggott,
Carmel Connell.
Tiernan Murphy,
Colm O’Gara.
Granlahan Church:
Sat. 25 May 8pm.
Mary Birmingham,
Mary Gormley.
Tracy McDermott.             
Meeting of The Kiltullagh Branch Supporting People with Special Needs will be held In Enterprise Kiltullagh Ballinlough Thursday May 23rd At 9pm. All welcome.
Active Retirement Meeting will be held in Granlahan Tuesday 21st @ 3pm. People who are travelling to Belfast please bring the deposit. Guest speaker in attendance.
We hope to have the Corpus Christi Processions as usual this year.
Granlahan:  Saturday 1st June after 8pm Mass.
Ballinlough: Sunday 2nd June after 12 noon mass.
Cloonfad: Sunday 9th June after 10.30am Mass.
Castlerea Kayaking Club are holding a kayaking demo on Errit Lough Sat 18th & Sun 19th 12 noon – 6pm. Instructors on site and bookings taken for Summer Camps.
MASS INTENTIONS:           GRANLAHAN
Sat
18
May
8 pm. Peg Gormley, England & late of Meeltrane 1st Anniversary .
Nellie & Jack Burke, Barrinagh, Anniversary.
John & Monica Connolly and deceased members of the family, Ballyglass, Anniversary.
Mick Ruane , Granlahan, Anniversary.
Tom Gannon & his sister Lil Curry, Anniversary.
Thomas & Delia Gannon Cloonfeenian.
Fri
24
May
10am
Private Intention
Sat
25
May
8 pm. Bernadette, Bridget and John Murphy and deceased members of the family, Castlequarter.

Important conference on the Reform of Common Agricultural Policy 2014 - 2020, will be held in the White House Hotel, Ballinlough, this Sunday @ 2.30pm. Speakers from farming organisations, European Parliament and government agencies.
Please pray for the repose of the soul of John McAtamney who died in London recently & Brian Flemming, Ballinlough who died recently.
The Rosary continues to be recited in all our Churches every evening at 8pm. Try to support.
I wish every success to the gatherings that will take place in the Parish during the next few months. I hope there will be a good response to them and that they will be well supported as a lot of hard work and effort has gone into the preparations. I wish them all the best, may their gatherings be times of enjoyment and benefit to everyone.
The Financial statements for all the Churches for 2012 are on the notice boards.
Liam Elwood Memorial Barn Dance takes place in Cooney Island Bar, Gorthaganny Sat. 18th May @ 7.30 pm. Acts include Sean Keane, La Bamba. Special guest Brendan Lyons, Olwyn Murry & local DJ Michael Adams and many more.
2’S Company Singles Event in Kilmovee Community Centre Sat. 18th May. Doors open @ 7.30.The event is for 25+ age group. Tickets are €35 and include entertainment, food and drinks. For more info and ticket bookings call 0857297451
 

May 12th Newsletter 2013

The Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord
 12th May 2013
MASS INTENTIONS         BALLINLOUGH
Sun 12
May
12 Noon
John Gaffney,Carraghs, 2nd Anniversary.
Maura Winston, Coolougher, 1st Anniversary.
Bill O’Dwyer Castlerea & Rabbitboro M.M.
Tue 14
May
10 am  Mass for People of the Parish.
Wed 15 May 10 am
Private Intention
Sun 19
May
12 Noon
Patrick & Mary Kelly, their daughter Cathrine and their grand-daughter Cathrine.
Josephine & Jim McWalter, Cloonlee, Anniversary. Pat & Sarah Kelly & deceased members of the family, Carraghs.
 
Eucharistic Ministers:
Church Readers:
  Ballinlough Church:
Sun. 19 May 12 Noon
Mary Morris
Frank Moran
Roisin Hussey
Emer Forde.
Granlahan Church:
Sat. 18 May 8pm.
John Caulfield,
Mary Ruane.
Cian. Ruane
Dylan.Ruane             
Arts Competition: In conjunction with the Gathering 2013 the Ballinlough Youth Café will host the Annual Arts Competition. The theme is “Gatherings”. Categories are Art, Photography, Creative Writing for all age groups. Entries by Friday 7th June. More details to follow.
Citizens Information Services hold a weekly clinic The Old Mill Castlerea Wednesdays 2pm-5pm. Free & Confidential.  To make an appointment contact 0949621690
Williamstown Drama Society present a three act comedy “Second Honeymoon” in Williamstown Sports complex, Thursday May 16th, Friday May 17th, & Sunday May 19th. @ 9pm. Admission  €10 / €5.
MABS have a clinic the first and third Tuesday of each month in The Old Mill Castlerea. To make an appointment contact 0761072720 or 9621690
To put items in the newsletter contact Pauline 086 3406799
MASS INTENTIONS:           GRANLAHAN
Sat
11
May
8 pm.
Pat & Jim Neenan, Derrylahan Anniv.
Joe Flynn Cloonfeenian, 6th Anniv.
Tom Gannon, his parents Thomas & Delia,
Cloonfeenian, his brother Paddy Joe & Lil Curry.
 John Knight & his wife Mary, Grange,  Anniv.
Fri
17
May
10am
Private Intention
Sat
18
May
8 pm. Peg Gormley, England & late of Meeltrane 1st Anniv .
Nellie & Jack Burke, Barrinagh, Anniv.
John & Monica Connolly and deceased members of the family, Ballyglass, Anniv.
Mick Ruane , Granlahan, Anniv.
Tom Gannon & his sister Lil Curry, anniv.
Thomas & Delia Gannon Cloonfeenian.
OFFERTORY COLLECTION   Sat. and Sun. 4th & 5th May
                        Ballinlough: €455        Granlahan: €490
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Tom Curry, Mullingar, husband of the late Lil Curry formerly Lil Gannon, Cloonfeenian, who died recently.
Congratulations to the children from Granlahan N.S. who received their First Holy Communion on this Sunday. We wish God’s Blessing on them and on their families and teachers.
Granlahan N.S. Annual sponsored walk to raise funds for the School takes place Sunday May 26th. Please support.
There will be a Holy Hour on Wednesday next 7pm-8pm in Granlahan Church to pray the Rosary and other prayers for fine weather and God’s Blessing on our work.
Table Quiz in Campbells Lounge, Ballinlough, Fri 17th May @ 9pm, to raise funds for the National Learning Network.                                   Contact Yvonne 086 3409334
“Life After Loss” May 18th & 19th at Esker Retreat Centre, Athenry. This is a week end of reflection, prayer and discussion to help people in living through losses & grief. Contact  091-844549 or 844007.
Shrines of Portugal Pilgrimage, inc. Fatima 7 nights Sept 26th Contact  Therese 01 2410822 or leave address 09328337.  
 
Diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes August 7th -13th led by Archbishop Neary. Contact Sheila 086 8664633.  Year of Faith Pilgrimage to Rome, Assisi, San Giovanni Rotondo & Benevento 12th -21st August Contact Sr. Anne Marie 086-8683619.  

May 5th 2013 Newsletter

Sixth Sunday of Easter
 5th May 2013
MASS INTENTIONS         BALLINLOUGH
Sun 5
May
12 Noon
Patricia Cregg, Keyfield, Anniversary.
William Kerrigan, Cloonlee, Anniversary. And Bill & Margaret Kerrigan.
Monica & Michael Flynn, Clydagh, Anniv
Tue 7
May
10 am
Rose Donnellan.
Wed 8 May 10 am
Mass for People of the Parish.
Sun 12
May
12 Noon
John Gaffney,Carraghs, 2nd Anniversary.
Maura Winston, Coolougher, 1st Anniversary.
Bill O’Dwyer Castlerea & Rabbitboro M.M.
 

Eucharistic Ministers:

Church Readers:
  Ballinlough Church:
Sun. 12 May 12 Noon
Maria Cregg,
Teresa Markham
Killien Brehony,
Evan Coyne.
Granlahan Church:
Sat. 11 May 8pm.
Maura Caulfield,
John Maloney.
Tracey McDermott.
Roscommon Womens Network & Millwheel Writers Group are running a creative writing group for beginners, in RWN office, Unit 5, The Old Mill, Castlerea, Tuesday 16th April 11am,or call 094 9621690. No charge.
Roscommon Womens Network will be running a Personal development course. For more information or to reserve a place contact 094 9621690.
RWN Training Services offering Fetac Major Awards. Working with computers, Employment Skills. Information Processing Call 094 9621691.
Meet & train session every Tuesday, meeting point Swimming pool, Castlerea @ 7.30pm led by a qualified instructor. €2 a session.
Pope Francis has requested that all of us join with him in an hour of Adoration on Sunday June 2nd at 4pm.

MASS INTENTIONS:           GRANLAHAN
Sat
4
May
8 pm.
Bridget and Paddy Keane, Castlequarter, Anniv. Bridie Mike & Pake Keane & deceased family members.
Luke Rogers, Lisnagroobe.
John & Mary Patterson & their Son Jarlath, Ballybane.
Fri
10
May
10am
Mass for all the people of the Parish.
Sat
11
May
8 pm.
Pat & Jim Neenan, Derrylahan Anniv.
Joe Flynn Cloonfeenian, 6th Anniv.
Tom Gannon, his parents Thomas & Delia, Cloonfeenian, his brother Paddy Joe & Lil Curry.
John Knight & his wife Mary, Grange,  Anniv.
OFFERTORY COLLECTION   Sat. and Sun. 27th & 28th April
                        Ballinlough: €605        Granlahan: €355
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Mary Stubbings, formerly Mary Connolly, Cloonlee, who died recently in Brighton, also the repose of the soul of Kathleen Waldron, Clooncrim. May their souls Rest In Peace.
Active retirement Group are planning a trip to Belfast in Mid-June. Tickets include coach, visit to The Titanic Experience, shopping and B&B. Anyone interested phone Mary Morris 094 9621334
The month of May is a month specially dedicated to Mary the Mother of God and there are always special devotions to her during this month. To Mark the special love people have for Our Lady, we will have Rosary recited in all our Churches each evening, during this month - Ballinlough, Granlahan and Cloonfad at 8pm.
Tuam Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock will be held on this Sunday May 5th Commencing with Blessing of the sick at 2.30pm. Please support.
County Roscommon Job Club is running a four  week Job Seeking Skills Course in The Job Club Centre, Market St, Ballaghadereen, Tuesday 7th May 10am-1pm each day. The course is free. Contact Mary 094 9862373 or FAS Office Roscommon 090 6626802.
Granlahan card game winners 1st Sheila Brady, Angela Heffernan.     2nd Padraic Campbell, Brian Moylan. 3rd P.J. Ruane, Jarlath Waldron. Raffle winners: Sheila Brady, Michael Hussey, Brian Moylan.     Granlahan Card Game Committee would like to thank all those who supported the card game during the Winter months.
I wish to thank all the members of the three parish finance committees who attended the meeting in regard to parish finances on Thursday last.