Sunday 12th April 2009

Easter Sunday

PRIESTS OF THE PARISH Fr Duffy P.P.. 047-51048 Fr Gorman C.C. 048 67751231 Fr Kearns C.C. 047 51064

Sunday Duty Rota for Priests in Clones Parish

Sheep & Lambs

All in the April morning,
April airs were abroad;
Sheep with their little lambs
Pass’d me by on the road.

The sheep with their little lambs
Pass’d me by on the road;
All in an April evening
I thought of the Lamb of God.

The lambs were weary, and crying
With a weak human cry;
I thought of the Lamb of God
Going meekly to die.

Up in the blue, blue mountain
Dewy pastures are sweet:
Rest for the little bodies,
Rest for the little feet.

Rest for the Lamb of God,
Up on the hill-top green;
Only a cross of shame
Two stark crosses between.

All in the April evening,
April airs were abroad;
I saw the sheep with their little Lambs
And I thought of the Lamb of God

The Resurrection gives my life meaning and direction
and the opportunity to start over no matter what
my circumstances.

Let the Resurrection joy lift us from loneliness and
weakness and despair to strength and beauty and happiness

Deaths: Please pray for the dead, especially:

Sarah Maguire, Millbrook,

Sr Mary Lelia Martin, Belfast/Rossbrick

Baptisms: We welcome into God’s community:
Dara Liam Courtney Bethan Mary O’Neill

Monaghan Charismatic Prayer Group Monthly Healing Mass:

On Mon 13th April in St Louis Convent Chapel @ 8pm.Celebrant—Fr Gerry Campbell. Holy Rosary—7.30pm.

Lough Derg - A Medley of Music: Join us for an evening of celebration, reconciliation, reflection & worship in St Patrick’s Basilica. These four central themes will be led by inspirational speakers and brought to life through music of a diverse blend of artists. The evening is all about “Bringing you the Gift of Hope”. Book early to avoid disappointment. For further information & to register contact Maureen in the Lough Derg Office Tel 071 9861518 (from N.I. 686 32391)

St Alphonsus Church, Connons has closed for renovations and will re-open in Spring 2009.

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 9.00pm Easter Vigil Mass

Sun 9.30am Easter Sunday Mass
11.30 People of the Parish

Mon NO MASS

Tues 10.00 Jim & Kathleen King, Abbey St

Wed 10.00 Kathleen Staines & Deceased Members Cosgrove Family, Fairview
Adoration 10.30 — 10pm

Thurs 10.00 John Hague, NTB Rd

Fri 10.00 Rosie & Francie Burns, O’Neill Pk
Evening Mass in Aghadrumsee at 8pm

Sat 10.00 James & Mai Curran, Mullinamoy
12.00 Months Memory Sadie Clarke, Millbrook (Celebrant Fr Dooley)
7.00pm (Vigil) Ellen, Edward & Eileen Kelly, NTB Rd
All for whom Anniversary Masses were celebrated during the week

Sun 9.30am Mass

Sun 11.30 People of the Parish

Altar Society: M Murray, C Toye, A Woods, I Gleeson, R Corr

Collectors for April:
(Vigil) Ann Slowey, Ann Rooney, Liam Rooney, Tom Kelly
(9.30) Catherine McMahon, Gerry McMahon, Thomas Greenan, Frank Farrell
(11.30) Philomena Maguire, Brian Coogan, John Martin, Tom McGrane

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 9pm Easter Vigil Mass

Sun 10am Easter Sunday Mass

Mon 9.30am Mass

Wed 9.30am Mass
7.30—9.30 Adoration

Thurs 7.30—8.30 Medjugorje Holy Hour

Fri 8pm John, Elizabeth & Joe Rooney, Greagholia

Sat 9.30am Mass

Sat 8pm Eddie & Barry Faux, Cornagague

Sun 10 John & Mary Maguire, Tonydrumallard

Eucharistic Adoration: K Finnegan, Mary Cosgrove, Bridie Beggan, Paula O’Hara

Eucharistic Ministers: M Little, S McMahon

Servers: Team A Hannah Beggan, Gemma Beggan
GFC Lotto: No Winner. Winning No’s 2, 18, 19, 20, jackpot now £2,100, thank you.

Altar Society for April: Patricia Gallagher, Irene Kavanagh

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. (12th April) Paddy Martin & Deceased Relatives, Hermitage
(19th April) Mass

Altar Servers (19th) Michaela Maguire, Damien Connolly

Reader (19th) Mary Rafferty

Currin Lotto: No winner.
Winning No’s: 3, 20, 23, 25, jackpot now €15,900, thank you.

Irish Catholic on sale today.

Carrying the Light: Embracing Happiness with confidence for those who have lost their spouse through death or separation or individuals who are struggling within relationships. On Thurs 16th, 23rd & 30th April in Farnham Hotel, Cavan @ 8pm each evening. Programme will be delivered by Maureen Cahalan. Light refreshments served and your questions answered. A new beginning, a new hope, a new vision.

Monastic Experience for Women: Single women interested in finding out more about monastic vocation are invited to join in our life of prayer, liturgy and work for the weekend. Prefereed age 25—45 years. Details from Sr Gabrielle, Monastry of St Alphonsus, St Alphonsus Rd, Dublin 9. Tel: 086 8164179. www.rednuns.faithweb.com

Engaged Encounter: If you are getting married within the next year Engaged Encounter is a recognised form of marriage preparation. It is a communication enriched workshop designed for couples preparing for marriage. It will take place in the Thornhill Centre, Derry on 6th & 7th June. Early booking is advised. For information contact 028 79300340 or 02827638512 (after 4.30pm)

Clean Up Clones: St Tiarnach’s P.S. are organising the Annual Spring Clean Up on Wed 29th April from 7 - 8pm. Bags of rubbish will be collected at designated pick-up points—there will be NO skips. We would appreciate the help of as many adults as possible.

Alzheimers 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 7th May. Call 1800 719 820 or visit www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

St Patricks Day Conradh na Gaeilge Comhaltas Uladh Church Gate Collection: Amounted to €459.12. Thanks to all who supported this collection.

St Louis Mission Collection: Thanks to all who supported last weekends collection. Total raised was €1730 & £128.70.

Cake Sale: Clones Community Forum are holding a Cake sale & bric-a-Brac sale in the Cassandra Hand Centre on Fri 17th April from 6—8pm. Proceeds in aid of the upkeep of the Cassandra Hand Centre, please support.

Moodwatchers: A psychology course about mental wellness and how to embrace a better quality of life—Introductory talk by Shane Martin, Psychologist in the Cassandra Hand Centre on Wed 22nd April @ 7.30pm. Adm Free. Registration for course after talk. For more information Tel 042-9692943 Web: www.moodwatchers.com

Photography Classes: Are running in the Cassandra Hand Centre starting 16th April for 6 weeks. Places still available, contact 047 52997.

Interior Design: Keep free Tues 21st April @ 8.30pm as Clones Community Forum are holding a talk & consultation on Interior Design in the Cassandra Hand Centre. For more details & to register contact 047 52997.

Cross Community Christian Fellowship Meeting: Creighton Hotel on Fri 17th April @ 8pm. For more information contact Leslie Gray 04867738346.

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.