Sunday 6th April 2008

Second Sunday of Easter, Divine Mercy Sunday

REFLECTION

On the road to Eammaus, the disciples were slow to recognize Jesus or understand why he had to die and rise from the dead. Jesus explained the scriptures to them and they then recognized him in the breaking of bread. Our celebration of the Eucharist reflects their experience. We listen with open hearts to the scriptures, we hear Jesus speak to us, and we recognize and receive him in the bread which is his Body.

The unbeliever cannot find God for the same reason that a thief cannot find a policeman

Year of Vocations—April 2008—May 2009

In 2008 the Church in Ireland will focus , in a special way, on the vocation of all Christians. For the twelve months between Vocations Sunday 13th April 2008 to Vocations Sunday 3rd May 2009, various projects & initiatives will be organised to highlight the special dignity of each of the specific vocations: married & family life; ordained priesthood; religious life; and the single life.

The aim of the Year of Vocations is to raise awareness of the common vocation we all share through Baptism as expressed through witness, love & service.

Some highlights of the year will include a national prayer campaign for students at examination time; a rally for World Youth Day and collaboration with the national pilgrimage centres to reflect on the theme of vocation during their seasons.

It is hoped that the Year of Vocation will result in a greater understanding of the value of vocation in our everyday lives and that people will be challenged to discern and explore their own specific vocation in life. An important feature of the year will be the promotion of the priesthood and religious life with the hope that a greater number of young people will reflect more deeply on these.

Vocation Prayer for Discernment
God, I know you love me and have great plans for me. But sometimes I am overwhelmed by the thought of my future. Show me how to walk forward one day at a time.

May I take heart while I search openly, learn about all the choices, listen to others for advice, and pay attention to my own feelings. By doing these things, may I hear your call to a lifestyle and a career that will let me love as only I can, and let me serve others with the special gifts that you have given me. Amen.

Prayer for Priests and Missionaries
My dear Jesus, by Your most loving Heart, I implore You to inflame with zeal for your love and glory, all the priests of the world, all missionaries and those whose office it is to preach Your word. Inflamed with this zeal, may they snatch souls from the devil and lead them into the shelter of Your heart where they may glorify You forever. Amen.

If you haven't already returned your Trocaire box please leave it in the Sacristy this weekend

Deaths:
Please pray for the dead, especially : Joan Foster, Donagh

Baptisms:
We welcome into our parish community:
Ceara Ann Manley, Tara Belle McCaffrey Lambe
Morant Andre Reid, Sebastian Lewis O’Neill.

Marriage:
We wish God’s blessings to newly-weds:
Alan Lally & Jemma Collins,
Clement Kelly & Pamela Reavey

Faith & Light:
Fiesta this afternoon (Sun 6th) @ 3pm in St tiarnach’s Primary School. All members welcome.

A very sincere thank you to all who contributed & helped out with the Annual Church Gate Collection, which amounted to €1,532.00 & £280.58.

Pilgrimage to Fatima: On 16th Sept for 7 nights. Spiritual Director Fr Jimmy
McPhillips, Killanny. Price €704. for further details contact Catherine McMahon on 042 966 1644.

Holy Souls Crusade Pilgrimages 2008 - Divine Mercy Shrine & Auschwitz: Sat 21st - 28th June, Sat Sept 13th—20th Sept. Garabandal—Sat 11th—18th Oct. Details from Mary @ 091 798407. WWW.HOLYSOULSCRUSADE.ORG

SACRED HEART CHURCH

Masses for the week
Sat 7.00pm All for whom Anniversary Masses were celebrated during the week

Sun 9.30am Months Memory Margaret Brady, Coolnalong/Clonkeencole
11.30 People of the Parish

Mon 10.00 McCabe Family, Clonkeencole

Tues 10.00 Michael & Celia Naughton & Deceased Relatives, Galway

Wed 10.00 Sadie, Eddie, Patrick & Maura Cassidy, Church Hill

Adoration 10.30 — 10pm

Thurs 10.00 Louis & Molly Slowey, Analore

Fri 10.00 Kathleen Staines & Deceased Members Cosgrove Family

Evening Mass in Aghadrumsee at 8pm

Sat 10.00 Michael & Kathleen Connolly, McCurtain St
7.00pm (Vigil) All for whom Anniversary Masses were celebrated during the week

Sun 9.30am Mass

Sun 11.30 People of the Parish

Altar Society: M Beggan, S Lynch, C Monahan, G Cunningham, B Cassidy

AGHADRUMSEE

Sat 8pm Jimmy Mohan, Clonmackin

Sun 10am Rooney Family, Greagholia

Fri 8pm John, Elizabeth & Joe Rooney & Deceased Relatives, Greagholia

Sat 8pm Brendan Lynch, Kibb

Sun 10 Dympna toye, Tattygormican

Eucharistic Adoration: I Kavanagh, M Boyle, M & P Courtney, J McCaffrey

Eucharistic Ministers: D Manley, I Reilly

Servers: Team H Louis Flanagan, Megan Flynn

GFC. Lotto No Winner. Winning No’s: 2, 9, 10, 12, jackpot now £1,500, thank you

Aghadrumsee Area Committee 2008—2012:
Area A: Hugh Crudden, Mary Courtney, Sarah McCormick.
Area B: Declan Lynch, Majella McCabe, Emma Maguire.
Area C: Pascal Manley, Mary McCabe, Natasha Cassidy.
Area D: Paul Mohan, Siobhan Maguire, Marie Maguire.
Area Committee Meeting in Fr Martin’s on Fri 4th April @ 8.30pm.

CONNONS

Sun 11am. (6th April) Bernard & Brigid Rafferty, Annaghraw & Monaghan

(13th April) Paddy Martin & Deceased Relatives, Hermitage

Altar Servers (13th) Michaela Maguire, Damien Connolly, Zoe Clarke

Reader (13th) Mary Rafferty

Gift Bearers (13th) Martin Family

Currin Lotto: No winner. Winning No’s: 8, 11, 23, 25, jackpot now €8,000, thank you.

Irish Catholic on sale today.

NOTES

Collectors for April:
( Vigil) Ann Slowey, Ann Rooney, Liam Rooney, Michael Fox (Snr)
(9.30) Josephine O’Neill, Tom Greenan, Kathleen Leonard, Frank Farrell
(11.30) Mary Cooper, Brian Coogan, P J McCague, Tom Treanor.

Certificate in Religious Education (Primary School): This Certificate is designed to provide qualified primary school teachers with a basic preparation & qualification in teaching Religious Education within Irish primary schools. Given this focus it would also be of interest to parents of primary school children & parish catechists working with children. Runs over four weekends between April—June & a number of weekdays in early July. For further information contact St Angels’s College @ 071 9143580 ext 216/207. closing date for applications April 9th.

St Tiarnach’s Primary School Enrolment: Wed 16th April from 5.30pm—8.30pm. Please bring - Childs Birth Certificate, Child’s P.P.S. No. Children for school in Sept 2008 should be enrolled now or phone 047 51398 for other appointment date/time.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day: Is a lifeline for people with dementia and their families. Make this the “Biggest Brew” ever by registering to host a party in your home or work place on Thurs 1st May. Call 2846616 or visit www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

Flower Arranging Classes: Limited number of places available in the Cassandra Hand Centre starting Mon 7th April @ 8pm for 5 weeks. Fee €50 payable on first night. To book a place call 047 20626 or 047 52997.

Meditation Classes: In Clones Yoga Studio restarts on Sat 5th April @ 11am. Everyone welcome. Details from Claire @ 086 8669812.

Volunteer Fundraisers Wanted: Clones, Castleblaney, Monaghan & Carrickmacross for Happy Heart Weekend 15th & 16th May. If you have a few hours to spare on either date please contact Emma in Monaghan Volunteer Bureau on 042 9754551.

Looking for a Handyman, Photographer etc: In your local area then log onto the Monaghan partnership’s business directory at www.monaghanpartnership.com

Clones Golf Development Lotto: Alpha-Bet letters D, S, U, X, no jackpot winner. Jackpot now €3,100, thank you.

Hazel Siberry Chiropodist: Clones Day Care Centre on Tues 8th April 11—4.

Speech & Drama: Classes have resumed in Smithboro Hall. Anyone interested in joining contact 048 37568164.