Sunday 4th October 2009

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time.

PRIESTS OF THE PARISH Priest on duty today Fr Kearns 047 51064 Fr Duffy P.P.. 047-51048 Fr Gorman C.C. 048 677 51231

Extracts from Day for Life handout from

Irish Catholic Bishops Conference

The day dedicated to celebrating the dignity of life from conception to natural death—will this year focus on suicide….

(The Day) aims to raise awareness of the vital role to be played by families and supportive parish communities in sustaining those who may be struggling to cope…

It emphasises the importance of encouraging people to seek professional help of they are troubled by persistent suicidal feelings…

Suicidal thoughts are not uncommon but most people don’t act on these thoughts and feelings of despair. For some, these thoughts and feelings may happen after experiencing a bereavement, relationship breakdown, the loss of a job, financial pressures or following emotional or sexual abuse. For others, it is a profound fear that they will be unable to cope with whatever has disturbed their peace of mind…

Suicide should never be romanticised, promoted or encouraged. On the other hand, attempting suicide is typically the act of a despairing person and it should be greeted with compassion rather than with blame…

The Church is increasingly aware of the pressures that bring people to attempt suicide and which reduce the moral culpability of their actions…

The Catechism of the Catholic church says ‘We should not despair of the eternal salvation of persons who have taken their own lives. By ways known to Him alone, God can provide the opportunity for salutary repentance. The Church prays for persons who have taken their own lives

If you are concerned about someone with suicidal feelings phone the Samaritans or consult your GP. Samaritans 1850 60 90 90.

Your local parish priest will be able to offer pastoral and social support.

Details of further resources and support can be found on the Samaritans website www.samaritans.org or on Day for Life website www.dayforlife.org

Deaths

Please pray for the dead, especially:

Thomas Spellamn, Tiernahinch,

Maureen Rafferty, O’Neill Pk/Scotalnd

Baptisms

We welcome into God’s community:
Eddie Crudden Ava Helen, O’Hart

Irish Heart Foundation Church Gate Collection

On Sat 10th & Sun 11th Oct. The Irish Heart Foundation is Ireland’s only national charity for heart health and is urgently working to reduce premature death and disability from heart disease and stroke. Please give generously.

Come Together to Pray for Our Sick
that they may find health & peace

Mass on Mon 5th Oct @ 7pm in
Sacred Heart Church, Clones
Organised by Youth Ministry of Clones Parish

Marriage Preparation Workshops: Fridays 8—10.30pm; Saturdays 10am—5pm, €150 per couple (Early Booking Advised)

16th & 17Oct 2009 26th & 27th March 2010
6th & 7th Nov 2009 23rd & 24th April 2010
4th & 5th Dec 2009 14th & 15th May 2010
15th & 16th Jan 2010 11th & 12th June 2010

Contact Accord, St Macartan’s College, Monaghan. Tel: 047 83359, Mon—Fri 10am-2pm

SACRED HEART CHURCH , CLONES

Weekend Masses: Sat 7 pm (Vigil) Sun 9.30 am and 11.30am.
Confessions: Sat 10.20am; Sat 6.30—6.50; 1st Fri. 9.40am
Baptisms: By arrangement with the priest on Baptisms for the month
Marriage: By arrangement. Three month’s notice is required
Anointing Sick: At any time.
Adoration : Wednesday 10.30am—10pm

Masses for the Week

Sat 7.00pm Trudi Kierans, O’Neill Pk,
John & Margaret McCabe & Deceased Relatives, Magheraveely
&All for whom Anniversary Masses were celebrated during the week

Sun 9.30am Mass
11.30 People of the Parish

Mon 10.00 Padraic & Noel Maguire, Oak View

Tues 10.00 Special Intention

Wed 10.00 Catherine Scarlett, O’Neill Pk
Adoration 10.30 — 10pm

Thurs 10.00 Helen Slowey, The Diamond

Fri 10.00 Maura & Sean Kierans & McShane Family, O’Neill Pk
Evening Mass in Aghadrumsee at 8pm

Sat 10.00 John & Margaret Donohoe, Legar Hill
7.00pm (Vigil) Noreen Flynn & Deceased Relatives, Tiernahinch &
All for whom Anniversary Masses were celebrated during the week

Sun 9.30am Mass

Sun 11.30 People of the Parish

Altar Society: M Connolly, K McPhillips, Sr Loreta Mary, A M Greenan

ST. MACARTAN’S, AGHADRUMSEE

Masses: Sat 8pm(Vigil); Sun 10am. Fri 8pm;
Confessions: First Sat 7.30 pm. 1st Fri 7.30 pm
Baptisms: By arrangement with priest on Baptisms for month (See above)
Adoration : Wednesday 7.30pm—9.30pm

Masses for the Week

Sat 8pm Vigil Mass

Sun 10am Carey Family, Tully

Mon 8pm Mass & Adoration Rosary @ 7.40pm with Miraculous Medal Novena prayers

Wed 9.30am Mass

Thurs 7.30pm Our Lady of Peace Holy Hour

Fri 8pm Mass

Sat 9.30am Mass

Sat 8pm Mulligan Family, Killyliffer

Sun 10 Mass

Servers: Team A Hannah Beggan, Jemma Beggan

GFC Lotto: No Winner.
Winning No’s 2, 6, 7, 10, jackpot now £4,700, thank you

ST. ALPHONSUS, CONNONS

Masses: Sun 11.00 am.
Confessions: 1st Thurs. 6.30pm; 1st Sun 10.40
Baptisms: By arrangement with priest on Baptisms for the month

Sun 11am.

(4th Oct) Patsy & Kitty Farrelly & Patsy Jnr, Clonoula

(11th Oct) Mass

Altar Servers (11th) Daniel Maguire, Caolán Maguire, Claire McCaffrey

Reader (11th) Mary Rafferty

Gift Bearers (11th) Oliver & Bridie McDonald

Currin Lotto: No Winner. Winning No’s , 6, 8, 13, 17, Jackpot now €5,300, thank you

Irish Catholic on sale today.

Be Safe Be Seen: As a Road Safety initiative Monaghan County Council has purchased 3,000 high visibility vests – which are available FREE – OF – CHARGE to anyone who wants one . Available from Branch Libraries, Co council and Town council Offices

safeTALK Programme: A HSE safeTALK programme aimed at preparing adults to identify persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them to suicide first aid resources will be delivered on Friday 9th October in the Outreach Room, Clones 1.30pm -4.30pm. Contact Maeve McCabe, VEC Youth Officer, 047-30888 to book your place. Adults only.

Don’t Suffer in Silence: Tearmann Domestic Violence Service Monaghan provides a free confidential Information & Support Service to women who are or have experienced physical, emotional, sexual or financial abuse in their relationship. Contact Tearmann on 047 72311 Monday – Friday 9.00 – 4.00

‘Do you need someone to talk to? Senior Help Line is a confidential listening service for older people by older people for the price of a local call anywhere in Ireland, LoCall 1850 440 444. Senior Help Line is open every day from 10 am till 4 pm and 7 pm till 10 pm, 365 days a year. ‘Senior Help Line ‘s trained older volunteers offer a friendly, listening and non-judgmental ear to all callers. So don't be alone with your problem. Lifting the phone lessens the loneliness.

Bunscoil An Traonaigh: Are starting Irish Classes on Tuesday 06th October in the school. There will be two levels available. Beginners will start at 7.30 p.m. and Conversation Level will start at 8.30 p.m on a Tuesday night. Classes are open to all and free of charge. Please ring 028 677 24441 during school hours for further details.

Civil Defence: Classes in rope rescue take place each Saturday morning @ 10am in the Technology Centre. New members always welcome (over 16’s only)

New Silver Surfers Course FREE: Anyone in receipt of OAP can take part in this course. Learn how to surf the net, email, receive and send photos from friends and family and lots more. No pressure, lots of fun. Book now as places are limited. Contact Snipe Design & Training @ 047 51202.

The Ulster Canal Capers Committee: Were delighted with the turnout last weekend. We would like to thank all the people who give generously of their free time to help out over the 3 days. They are too numerous to name individually but we extend our gratitude to the Marshals, the MC’s the Video & Camera People, Butlers Electricians, Adamson’s Carpenters & Graphic Designers, Fire Brigade, BBQ Chefs, the GAA, The Soccer Club, Clones Athletic Club, Largy College Staff, S. Wilkins Civil Works, Clones Civil Defense, Clones Film Festival Committee, Staff of the FAS Office, Mc Connon Bus Company, Treanors for the use of their field and anyone who lent a hand lifting, carrying and running.

Clones Country Market: Next market Sat 10th Oct in Lennard Arms 11—1pm. To ensure this important event continues please come along to enjoy fresh home produce and crafts.

Hazel Siberry: Will attend Day Care Centre on Tues 6th 11—4pm.

Helplines:

Alcoholics Anonymous 01 4538998
Aware 1890303302
Samaritans 1850 60 90 90
Teenline 1800 833 634
Women’s Aid 1800 341900
Accord (Marriage Guidance) 047 83359

One friend, one person who is truly understanding, who takes the trouble to listen to us as we consider a problem can change our whole outlook on the world.