Weekly News 03/11/2012
Please Remember in Your Prayers:
Larry Slattery, Killeens. For whom Mass has been offered.
Bridget & Martin Keane, Cashel Road. Anniversary Mass this Saturday at 7pm.
Tom & Mary Hennessy, Ballintogher. Anniversary Mass this Sunday at 11am.
Edward & Bridget Grant, Noan, Ballinure. Anniversary Mass this Sunday at 11am.
Baby Emma Kelly, who died during the week.
Remembrances during the week:
Monday at 10.30am: Special Intention.
Tuesday at 10.30am: Maureen Mc Cormack, Magoury.
Wednesday at 10.30am: Mary Ryan, Coventry.
Thursday at 10.30am: Matthew, Josie & Maureen Kennedy.
Friday at 10.30am: Special Intention.
Saturday at 10.30am: Francis Lawton.
Sat Eve 10th Nov at 7pm: Monsignor Crowe, Cornelius, Bridget, Edmund & Dan Crowe. Peggy & Denis McGrath.
Sunday 11th Nov at 11am: Mary & Dick Butler, Roan. Michael, Kate, Mary Ann, Cóleen Connolly, Letterand Connemara. Anniversary Mass.
Art Classes
For Adults in St. Mary’s Primary School. Starting on Thursday 8th November from 9.30 am to 12 noon. Materials provided.
Killenaule Active Retirement Association
The next Meeting of the Association will take place on Thursday 8th November in St. Mary’s Hall at 2.00pm. New members are always welcome.
Senior Citizens
On November 14th (2nd Wednesday of every month). New members welcome. Helpers welcome. Ceol, Comhrá agus craic. Christmas Party on Wednesday 12th December. Contact Mary on (087) 6486114
Funeral Arrangements:
Funerals will arrive at St. Mary’s Church at 7pm in the future. People travelling long distances, the earlier time will help those travelling and add to safety on our roads and on our streets. Getting back home during these long and dark winter nights.
Christmas Tree & Lights
The erection of the Christmas Tree has already lifted all the gloom surrounding us and with the erection of the lights, it should create a new spirit and bring joy into people’s life. Congratulations to everybody concerned.
Suir Haven Thurles – Cancer Support Centre.
The group meet on 1st Tuesday of each month. Next date is Tuesday 6th November 2012 form 11 am – 12.30 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to give members an opportunity to meet other members, chat and have a cup of tea or coffee and to support others in a similar situation. Further enquiries telephone (0504) 21197.
“Quotes of Pope Benedict”
Nothing is more beautiful than to be surprised by the Gospel. There is nothing more beautiful than to know Jesus and speak to others about him.
St. Vincent de Paul
Will hold a Sale of Second Hand Furniture, Fuel, Garden Produce, Household Items, Toys etc..on Sunday 18th November 2012 at 12.30 pm in the Sports Complex Killenaule. Anyone with anything to donate please contact Mary on 087 6216516 or Anne on 052 9156441. Also – tea will be served on the day and a Raffle for a Hamper & Various Other Prizes will take place. Strictly no televisions or clothes.Looking forward to your support.
Ballynonty Garden of Remembrance
Are holding a Night of Comedy & Fun in the Sports Complex Killenaule on Friday 9th November at 8 pm. Items include – Dancing, Song & Fashion. Also a One Act Comedy “Dispensary Dan” by Glengoole / Gortnahoe Drama Group.
All proceeds for Garden of Remembrance Car Park.
Chiropodist will be attending the Millennium Family Resource Centre
On Wednesday 7th November 2012 at 11am. Please contact us on (052) 9157992 for an appointment.
The AGM of Slieveardagh Rural Development
Will take place on Monday 26th November 2012 at 8pm in the Slieveardagh Enterprise Centre Killenaule. All are welcome to attend.
A Free Sports Workshop Series
Will take place in LIT Tipperary, Thurles on Wednesday 7th November at 7.30 pm sharp. This first event will feature a “Motivation in Sport” Workshop by Dr.Eamonn O’ Shea, new Tipperary Hurling Manager and “Legal Responsibilities of Clubs and their Officers” by Shane O’ Neill, Solicitor & Club Member of Na Piarsaigh. Contact NTSP at 067 – 43604 or www.ntsp.ie for further information. Please note, 2 further events will be held on 19th November & 5th December. Speakers and topics for these events will be announced nearer to the time.
Introductory Woodwork Programme – Ballingarry
Are you male and 12 months unemployed? Do you have a few hours to spare every Tuesday Morning? Are you interested in woodwork? If the answer is yes, why not attend this 6 week programme – Introduction to Woodwork. The course will take place in Slieveardagh CITE, Ballingarry commencing on Tuesday 13th November from 10.30 to 12.30. Tutor – Billy Doyle from South Tipperary VEC. Places on this course are limited so early booking is advised. To secure a place on the programme or for further information please contact Hillary on 086 825 4024 on or before Thursday 8th November to guarantee your place. This programme is funded by South Tipperary Development Company and South Tipperary VEC.
Moyglass Notes
Sat 3rd Nov at 8pm: John Joe & Nora Lacey, Arbourhill. Darren Cuddihy , Late of Clonbrogan. Paddy, Bridget & Patrick Croke, Coolenure, Fethard.
Sun 4th Nov at 10am: Fr. Michael Twomey O.S.A. RIP
Sat 10th Nov at 8pm: Bab O’ Connell, Cattaganstown.
Sun 11th Nov at 10am: Special Intention.
Masses for the week
Tuesday Morning at 9.30am
Wednesday Morning at 9.30am
Wednesday Evening at 8.00pm
Thursday Morning at 9.30am
Friday Morning at 9.30am
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on Friday at usual times. Rosary & Prayers for the Holy Souls every Sunday Morning after 10am Mass during the months of November.
Hall Events – Coming Up
Wednesday 31st October – Children’s Halloween Party
Sunday 25th November – Sale of Work in aid of Senior Citizen’s Party
Saturday 1st December – Christmas Dinner Party
Saturday 8th December – Senior Citizen’s Party
Scoil Ruain – Book Appeal
Dear Parents, Friends, Parishioners.
Do you have any unwanted books in good condition, suitable for the New School Library. What kind of books do we need:-
- Fiction – especially books which would appeal to boys aged 11 -15
- Biographies/Autobiographies
- Non-Fiction – Sport/Travel/Strange Events/War/Mystery/Science
- D.V.D.’s
- Audio Books
- C.D. Roms
- Board Games
- Magazines, National Geographic, Reader’s Digest, Time Magazines etc…
We greatly appreciate your help for our Library.
Morning Mass And Adoration Every Wednesday
Is offered each morning at 10.30 am in the presence of a large congregation and in the comfort of St. Mary’s Hall. St. Mary’s Hall is now the centre of Morning Mass and also the Adoration Room. Every Wednesday from 11 am to 9 pm. The Prayer Room is open to everybody where you can drop in at any time to suit yourself. Every Wednesday Morning everybody is invited to come at a time in the day that is convenient. Your time spent there will be rewarding to yourself, your family and your parish.
Annual Remembrance Service
The Mid Western Regional Maternity Hospital Limerick would like to invite Couples and their Families who have experienced miscarriage or whose baby died in or around the time of birth to a Remembrance Service on Sunday 11th November 2012 at 3 pm in The Holy Rosary Church, Ennis Road, Limerick.
Killenaule/Moyglass Parish Journal Launch
The people of Killenaule and Moyglass and the surrounding area are cordially invited to the Launch of the 2012 Parish Journal in Scoil Ruain Killenaule on Sunday 2nd December at 3 pm. Refreshments provided.
Wanted – Photographs For Parish Journal 2013
Now that the Launch of the 2012 Journal is almost upon us our thoughts and ideas are turning to next years journal. We would greatly appreciate any photographs that you may wish to contribute.
Killenaule Website
The new look Killenaule Website (www.killenaule.net) is now up and running. For all articles and photopgraphs that you would like to appear on the website please email same to info@killenaule.net or call in to Melanie in the Heritage Centre Killenaule between 9.30 am and 12.30 pm Monday to Friday.
Parents Meeting For All Those Preparing For 1st Holy Communion
Will be held on Tuesday 13th November 2013 at 8pm in St. Mary’s Hall.
Dance Revolution
Is coming to Fethard,they aim to encourage children and teenagers an active and healthy lifestyle through dance,they teach lots of Hip Hop and Break Dance moves and promise each class will be filled with fun and excitement. Boys and girls from age 4 upwards can attend,cost is €5 per week,classes will start Friday 2nd November from 4pm at The Youth Center/Convent Hall Fethard. Contact Rebecca @ 0858259791 for details.
St. Mary’s Hall
Has been booked for Monday Mornings at 9.30 for the coming weeks by Scoil Ruain.
Wedding Booklets – For Wedding Ceremonies
Bride & Groom should ensure that the English used is the New Translation
Girl’s Soccer Programme – 2012.
6-14 year olds – Scoil Ruain, Killenaule on Saturday Evenings 6 to 7pm from
Saturday 27th Sept to Sat 1st Dec.
Killenaule Senior Citizens Annual Christmas Draw.
As usual outstanding prizes – Eleven Prizes in All. Draw will take place at the Christmas Party in Anner Hotel Thurles on Wednesday 12th December.
St. Mary’s Hall Booked – has been booked from Monday Night 22nd October to Monday Night 19th November inclusive, for Irish Dancing Classes.
Unwanted Musical Instruments
If you have any unwanted musical instruments at home that you will never use and would like to donate them to a worthy cause. The Old School House in the Commons is a community building and the committee would love to have instruments that could be used by people that drop into the School House or also for Trad Sessions. If you have an instrument we would be more than happy to take it. Please call (052) 9156165 for further details.
Celtic Community Link: Munitir na Tire Community Link in association with South Tipperary Development Company provides information and support on the following:
Training & Educational Opportunities for the Unemployed, IT Training, CV preparation & Interview Skills, Services for Older People, Enterprise Development, Funding for Community Projects & Digibox Project. Mark O’ Brien will be in the Heritage Centre Killenaule every Wednesday from 11am – 1pm for advice on all of the above. Contact Mark on (087) 6270661
Re: Heart Defibrillator In The Killenaule Town Area
The position are:
1. Entrance to Centra (Main Street)
2. Killenaule Community Sports Complex Crosscannon (External)
3. Nursing Home
4. Astro Turf Pitch (Back of Scoil Ruain)
Present Committee – Dr. Liam Meagher, P.J. Hayes, John Hayes, Dick Dwyer, Niall Prendergast, Michael Mc Cormack & Eleanor Lahart.
Protection To Our Graveyards – Those are to be congratulated in their efforts to protect our Graveyards. The sacred place where family, friends & neighbours are buried. Those who have come together deserve every support in their efforts. RIP Service is nil, enough to protect those Sacred Places from vandalism and destruction.
Mini Bus From Killenaule To Kilkenny.
Every Thursday €10.00 return. Departing Killenaule at 9am approx Ballingarry at 9.15 approx. Booking essential – Contact Tom (087) 2188255. Unfortunately we do not accept the Free Travel Pass. It is hoped that a similar service will be provided on Fridays in the near future – Watch this space.
Gaelic Football For Mothers
Every Friday Evening at 7pm. Meet at GAA Pitch.
Getting Married In The Catholic Church
1. You are required to give 3 months notice to the Priest where the Marriage is celebrated.
2. Fill in a pre-nuptial form with the Priest of your Parish.
3. Produce – Recent Baptismal, Confirmation Certificate and Letters of Freedom.
4. Produce Certificate confirming attendance at a Marriage Preparation Course.
Slieveardagh Lottery
The Slieveardagh Lotto is held on Tuesday Nights, this week the Lotto will take place in Slieveardagh Cultural & Enterprise Centre. This week’s Prize Fund is €15,550.00– Jackpot: €15,350.00. Tickets cost €2.00 and are available in Slieveardagh Centre Killenaule, Shops, Pubs and Post Offices in Killenaule, Ballingarry, Glengoole, The Commons, Gortnahoe, Grange, Ballysloe and Ballynonty. No winner of the Prize Fund or Jackpot last Tuesday. Next draw takes place on Tuesday 6th November 2012.
Slieveardagh Cultral & Enterprise Centre – Office Services:
The centre opens 5 days per week from 9am – 5pm Monday to Thursday and 9am – 4pm on Friday; closed 1-2pm each day. The following Office Services are available in Slieveardagh Cultural & Enterprise Centre, Killenaule (052) 9156165. Photocopying, Colourcopying, Typing, Laminating, Binding, Dance / Debs Tickets etc, Raffle Tickets (books), Posters, Business Cards, Booklets, Invitations, Gift Vouchers, Sponsor Cards and Faxing. Excellent rates – on all the above. We type essays, assignments etc only €2.00 per typed page.
Internet Café: Broadband Internet Access is now available to the public in the Slieveardagh Centre – all new computers. Only €2.00 for one hour.
Mines DVD
A composition DVD of all past workers in the Ballingarry Mines is available to buy in The Old School House – The Commons. The DVD is selling fast and would be a perfect Christmas Present. The DVD is €10.00 with all proceeds going to refurbishment and running costs of the Old School House – The Commons.
Killenaule Library (052) 9157906. – Housed In Slieveardagh Centre Killenaule.
Opening Hours – Monday and Wednesday 10-1 and 2-5, Closed Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Opening Hours to be reviewed in September.
Branch Librarian: Donal McGettigan Telephone Number: 052 9157906
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