Sunday 14th December 2008

The 3rd Sunday of Advent.

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

Priest on duty this week Fr Gorman

As we celebrate Advent and Christmas, our Year of Vocation turns its focus to the various vocations we find within the family. At the heart of Christmas is the Holy Family. The relationship of Jesus, Mary & Joseph is the inspiration for our reflection. The events we recall during the Christmas season mirror the journey of each family; times of celebration and joy, times of worry and fear, the responsibilities of each family member, lived out in the home and community.

Advent calls us to reflection and prayer. To help us in this and to pray for family there will be an hours exposition from 3pm in Sacred Heart Church today (Sun 14th)

Penance Service for Christmas on Sun 21st Dec

Magherarney 2pm
Roslea 3pm
Aghadrumsee 5pm
Clones 7pm

Mon 22nd Dec - Lisnaskea 7pm

“Come to me all you who are weary Connons 4pm and burdened and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11: 25)

St Alphonsus Church, Connons

Envelopes are presently being prepared for those who expressed a wish to support the renovation by “Monthly Envelope”. These will be distributed within the month. The first envelope covering the four year term is for Jan 09 and can be returned via the Sunday collection.

Deaths: Please pray for the dead, especially:

Don Fagan, Clones & Dunboyne

Choir Practice: Mon 15th @ 8pm in Church

Mon 10am Mass.: Pupils from St. Tiarnach’s 4th class will lead liturgy

Sun 21st 9.30am Mass: Pupils from St Tiarnach’s will lead our liturgy in prayer, drama and music. Pupils from all classes will take part. We urge all parents, families and parishioners to attend in support unity and prayer.

Christmas Mass Times in Clones Parish

Adr Christmas Vigil Mass 7pm Christmas Morning Mass 10am

Clones Christmas Vigil Mass 9pm Christmas Morning Mass 9.30 & 11.30

Connons Christmas Morning Mass 11am

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

Connons Church Renovation: Work is proceeding at pace with the renovation of the roofing these days. Thanks to all who have supported the work. There is still time to make your contribution.

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 All for whom Anniversary Masses were celebrated during the week

Sun 9.30am Months Memory Seamus McCabe, McCurtain St
11.30 People of the Parish

Mon 10.00 Eithne Markin & Betty Griffin

Tues 10.00 Frank & Margaret Cosgrove & Deceased Relatives, Mullinamoy

Wed 10.00 Joe & Mary Doherty, O’Neill Pk & Beechgrove
Adoration 10.30 — 10pm

Thurs 10.00 Michael Edward Murphy, Keady

Fri 10.00 John & Brigid Bowen, Kilrooskey & Skibereen
Evening Mass in Aghadrumsee at 8pm

Sat 10.00 John, Elizabeth & Kitty McDonald, Cherry Pk
7.00pm (Vigil) Months Memory Mary Fitzpatrick, Fermanagh St &
All for whom Anniversary Masses were celebrated during the week

Sun 9.30am Michael McKernan, Clones/Ballybay

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 Mary O’Hara, Cortrasna

Sun 10am Months Memory Pat Boyle, Knockmacarooney

Thurs 7pm Carol Service

Fri 8pm Michael Maguire, Corloughaloon

Sat 8pm Patricia Toye, Newtownbutler

Sun 10 Months Memory Michael Manley, Greaghapple

Eucharistic Adoration: M & P Nolan, J McCaul, M Flanagan, M Courtney

Eucharistic Ministers: D Manley, I Reilly

Servers: Team D Sarah-Jane Flanagan, Emma Keily

GFC Lotto: No Winner. Winning No’s 6, 13, 23, 24, jackpot now £1,400, thank you.

St Eugene’s College, Roslea: Invites you to our production of High School Musical on Thurs 18th & Fri 19th Dec @ 8pm. Adm by ticket—priced £5 adults & £2 children. These can be purchased from the school office, Tel: 028 677 51258.

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. (14th Dec) Mass

(21st Dec) Pat & Teresa McCaffrey, Gortnacarrow

Altar Servers (21st) Rebecca Murphy, Kevin Murphy, Claire McCaffrey

Reader (21st) Margaret Connolly

Currin Lotto: No Winner. Winning No’s `2, 10, 11, 18, jackpot now 13,350, thank you.

Irish Catholic on sale today.

St Comgalls N.S. Parents Association Christmas Draw & Cake Sale: On today Sun 14th Dec. Tickets on sale now.

Connons Social Club wish to thank all who helped make their recent Bazaar a great success.

Collectors for Dec:

(Vigil) Tom Kelly, Michael Fox (Snr) Danny Morgan, Marie Flanagan
(9.30) Atty Cunningham, Raymond Hickey, Elizabeth McDonald, Frank Farrell
(11.30) Patrick Maguire, Sean McNaughton, Alphonsus Killen, Martin Holland

Christmas Youth 2000 Retreat: A National Youth 2000 Christmas Retreat for Young People aged 16—35 takes place at Newbridge College, Newbridge, Co.Kildare from Fri 19th to Sun 21st Dec. An opportunity not to be missed to experience the Catholic faith & meet new friends! Contact Youth 2000 office 01 6753690 or Mark 086 8550417 for information. No charge—donation only. Special buses available from some locations. See poster at back of church. Website: www.youth2000.ie

St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal: This weekend, Sat13th & Sun 14th. Need is greater than ever, please give generously.

Cairde Activation Centre : Thanks to all who supported our recent Christmas Collection Total raised was €800. Thank you to all who contributed and to the collectors.

Kitui Mission Cake Sale: Thanks to all our bakers and those who supported our recent cake sale. The total raised was €1,500 which will be sent out next week.

Christmas Celebration: St Comgall’s N.S. present “The Peace Child” in Connons Community Hall on Wed 17th Dec @ 7.30pm. We extend a warm welcome to everyone.

Ionad Na nOg: Drop in tea party in the Youth club on Wed 16th Dec from 10.30, also a Floral Demonstration with a Christmas theme by Sandra Irwin. Everyone welcome.

Senior Citizens Christmas Party Night: In the Day Care Centre, Roslea Rd on Tues 16th Dec @ 7.30pm. This is a night not to be missed with a lovely three course Christmas dinner & entertainment. All senior citizens are very welcome to come along. Contact Eileen on 047 51545 to book.

Flower Arranging Classes: There is one Flower Arranging Class left before Christmas in the Cassandra Hand Centre on Wed from 8 - 10pm.

Cruise Bereavement Care: If someone close to you has died & you are finding it difficult to come to terms with your loss you may need to talk to a Bereavement Support Worker. There is a service available that is free & confidential. Tel: 049 4372999 between 11am & 3pm, Mon—Fri for an appointment in Monaghan, Carrickmacross, Clones, Bailieborough or Cavan.

S.N.A.P. (Special Needs Active Parents Monaghan Branch) : Are holding their Christmas Party on Sun 21st Dec from 3—6pm at Kingspan Century Park, Gortakeegan, Monaghan. Please contact Martina on 087 6259771 so we can plan for numbers.

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.