Sunday 22nd June 2008

The 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

PRIESTS OF THE PARISH Larry Duffy P.P. 047-51048 John Kearns C.C. 047-51064 Martin O’Reilly 048 67751231 Priest on duty this week Fr Kearns

Jesus said: “Do not be afraid.” In the Scriptures, fear is identified as the single greatest enemy of life and love. That statement “do not be afraid” is spoken 365 times in the Scriptures. The greatest fear that grips people is of what it is going to cost to really believe, to love, to enjoy. Fear of the cost can make us set limits to our love. And fear can make us set limits to our willingness to let God into our lives. As always, we need to think about this word of Christ in terms of the relationships of our lives and our faith. In every community very many people don’t get involved in anything other than the minimum. This doesn’t mean that these people are bad natured but it is mostly because of this fear. Men particularly are afraid of developing the intimate relationships of marriage and family life for the same reason – they are afraid of the cost to themselves and they miss out on the rewards. Listen to Christ’s word this week.

Fr. Johnny Doherty, C.Ss.R.

I Arise Today I Arise today through the strength of heaven Light of the sun Splendour of fire Swiftness of wind Depth of the sea Stability of earth Firmness of rock I Arise today through God’s strength to pilot me God’s might to uphold me God’s wisdom to guide me Afar or anear Alone or in a multitude Christ shield me today against wounding Christ with me Christ before me Christ behind me Christ on my right Christ on my left Christ beneath me Christ above me Christ in me I Arise today through the mighty strength of the Lord of creation.

Congratulations to Bishop Joseph Duffy & Fr Tom Coffee who celebrate their Golden Jubilee of Ordination this week

Deaths: Please pray for the dead, especially: James Halpenny, Roslea/London Philomena Forde, Donagh/London.

Baptisms: We welcome into our parish community:

Noah Patrick Kearns, Orán Patrick McBrien,
Zoe Carmel Leonard, Keela Marina Rose McGarry.

Marriage:

We wish God’s blessings to newly-weds: Tony Treanor & Francesca McCabe
Paul McGettigan & Aileen Connolly, Mark Anderson & Paula McManus

Clogher Pilgrimage to Lourdes:

Meeting’s have been organised on Tues 24th June @ 8pm in the Hillgrove Hotel, Monaghan & on Wed 25th June @ 8pm in St Ronan’s Parish Centre for all who are booked on the pilgrimage which departs on July 16th. Travel documents will be distributed at this meeting. Final arrangements will be discussed & the meeting will provide an opportunity to meet organisers & fellow pilgrims.

Collectors for June:
(Vigil) Jim McMahon, Gerry Reihill (Jnr), Thomas Monaghan, Sheila McArdle
(9.30) Una Keenan, Rita Cooke, Francis Cooke, Elizabeth McDonald
(11.30) Bernadette Comaskey, Methona McNally, Martin Holland, Michael Fox (Jnr)

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 Mass
11.30 People of the Parish

Mon 10.00 Dessie & Mae Davey, Monaghan Rd

Tues 10.00 William, Mary, Mollie & Gerald McDonagh, Legar Crescent

Wed 10.00 Josie Gerrard, NTB Rd
Adoration 10.30 — 10pm

Thurs 10.00 Jack Crothers, Millbrook

Fri 10.00 Norman & Rosaleen Douglas, O’Neill Pk
Evening Mass in Aghadrumsee at 8pm

Sat 10.00 Eddie & Mary Treanor, Bishopscourt
7.00pm (Vigil) All for whom Anniversary Masses were celebrated during the week

Sun 9.30am Gerry & Bridie Slowey & Deceased Relatives, Churchhill

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

Sat 8pm Brendan Cassidy, Cornacrieve

Sun 10am McCaul Family, Drumma

Fri 8pm Keith Lambe, Phil & Bella Scott, Toneydrumallard & Drumlone

Sat 8pm John James & Annie McMahon & Deceased Relatives, Corraghy

Sun 10 Vincent & Patricia Courtney, Omagh

Eucharistic Adoration: E Crudden, V Quinn, K & S Mulligan, G Beggan

Eucharistic Ministers: M Maguire, M O’Neill

Servers: Team I Dayna McCabe, Carla Cosgove

GFC. Lotto No Winner. Winning No’s: 7, 19, 22, 24, jackpot now £1,200, thank you.

Annual Sports Evening: On Sun 29th June from 5pm onwards, fun for all the family. Tea & sandwiches served, B B Q, Face Painting, Bonfire, All sorts of races & activities. Come along & join in the fun.

Public Meeting in Derrygannon Hall on Wed 25th June @ 8pm concerning condition of roads in Aghadrumsee, Roslea, Coonian & Brookeborough areas. Please support.

Collectors for June:
(Vigil) Breege Grew, Deirdre Grew, Michael Grew, Patsy Beggan
(10am) Brian Boyle, Stephen Flynn, Rose Beggan, Shane Boyle

Altar Society for June: Peggy Kearns, Anna Kearns

Could You be a Foster Carer? For more information please contact 028 8283 5264/5299

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.
(22nd June) Deceased Members Murtagh Family, Clonlura & Clonkeelan
(29th June) Maureen McAdam, Clonfad

Altar Servers (29th) Damien Connolly, Zoe Clarke, Michaela Maguire

Reader (29th) Margaret Connolly

Gift Bearers (29th) McCabe Family

Currin Lotto: No Winner. Winning No’s: 9, 10, 24, 25, jackpot now €9,650, thank you

The Connons Church Refurbishment Steering Committee has been set up & the members are as follows: Owen Conlon, John Connolly, Patrick Connolly, Jeanette Coyle, Fr Duffy, John Joe Gavin, Ciaran McBride, Martina McCabe, Thomas McCaffrey, Bernadette McPhillips, Liam Strain.

Faith & Light (Day of Fun & Celebration): Tempo, Co. Fermanagh on Sun 22nd June, 2.30—6pm. Bus departs from the Diamond, Clones @ 2pm. All interested in travelling, please contact Mary O’Neill @ 047 51745.
A very sincere “thank you” to all who participated in the recent Women’s Mini Marathon & to those who so generously sponsored them.

Snipe Design & Training Computer Summer Club: Starts June 30th, Mon—Thurs, from 10am—12.30pm, afternoons - 2pm—4.30pm. Groups: 7 - 10 yrs & 10—13yrs.
1 child €30, 2 children €50, 3 children €65 (from same family). Families in receipt of benefit will receive funding. This year children can choose to design & print their own T-shirt or mug. For further information contact 51202.

Foreóige - Big Brother, Big Sister Youth Mentoring Programme, Cavan/Monaghan:
Are you over 18 and would like to volunteer your time? Become a Big Brother or Big Sister, youth mentor. Give 1-2 hours once a week to meet with a young person aged 10-18. Try new activities, Share your talents & interests. Training is provided to all mentors & all friendships are professionally supported. To find out more & to help your community contact Yvonne on 049 5556606 or 086 0481992 www.bbbsireland.ie

Adult Guidance comes to Clones: Ever wanted to go back to education but didn’t know where to start1 Talk in confidence to Adult Guidance Counsellor, Eithne Doherty, who will be able to help you choose the right course for you. Eithne is available to meet people on a one to one basis by appointment at Clones Community Forum. Tel: 047 30800/30888 or email eithnedoherty@monaghanvec for an appointment.

Charity Concert: A Charity concert is being held in the Hillgrove Hotel, Monaghan on Thurs 10th July @ 8.30pm. Adm Free, Everyone welcome. Artists include; Mourne Young Defenders Flute Band & Drum Corp, Vocalist Gareth Chambers, Highland Dancers & Natalie Chambers on solo drums. Voluntary donations at the event in aid of; Clones Erne East Special Olympics, Co.Monaghan Alzheimer’s Society, Errigal Truagh Special Needs & Holy Family School, Cootehill. More information from Border Minority Group 047 54922/087 6493451 info@borderminoritygroup.ie

Cassandra Hand Centre - Irish Music Night: Will take place in the Cassandra Hand Centre on Fri 27th June from 8 - 10pm. Tea served. A night to be enjoyed. Enquiries to 047 20626/52997.

Co Monaghan Partnership: If you are interested in self-employment & in receipt of a social welfare payment for over 12 months then Co Monaghan Partmership’s Start You Own Business Course commencing on 2nd July is for you. Contact Julie on 042 9749500 for more information & check www.cmpbusinessdirectory.com to view other businesses supported by Co Monaghan Partnership.

Accord - Relationship Counselling: If you and/or your partner need to talk through your difficulties an appointment can be made with an Accord Counsellor in either Monaghan or Carrickmacross by ringing Anne or Majella at Accord 047 83359 Mon—Fri 10am—2pm.

Drummully Parish Church

Car Boot Sale & Strawberry Teas on Sat 28th June @ 12 noon.