Sunday 23rd November 2008

The Final Sunday in Ordinary Time

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 Kearns

Unfolding the Rosebud

It is only a tiny rosebud,
A flower of GOD's design;
But I cannot unfold the petals
With these clumsy hands of mine.
The secret of unfolding flowers
Is not known to such as I.
GOD opens this flower so sweetly,
When in my hands they fade and die.
If I cannot unfold a rosebud,
This flower of GOD's design,
Then how can I think I have wisdom
To unfold this life of mine?
So I'll trust in Him for His leading
Each moment of every day.
I will look to Him for His guidance
Each step of the pilgrim way.
The pathway that lies before me,
Only my heavenly Father knows.
I'll trust Him to unfold the moments,
Just as He unfolds the rose.

Renovation of St Alphonsus Church, Connons
Thanks to all who have returned their form pledging support. We appeal to those who have yet to return their form to please do so as soon as possible. Forms are available at the back of the church for anyone who wishes to contribute and has not yet received one.

Deaths

Please pray for the dead, especially:
Seamus McCage, McCurtain St
Mary Fitzpatrick, Fermanagh St
Kathleen McGuirk, Glasgow

Multiple Sclerosis Society (Monaghan Branch) : Church Gate Collection on Sat 29th & Sun 30th Nov. Please give generously.

Knock Marriage Introduction Bureau: The aim of the Bureau is to introduce people considering marriage to a suitable marriage partner. For further information contact the Bureau at Knock, Co.Mayo. Tel: 094 9375960 or visit the website www.knockmarriagebureau.com

Divine Mercy Christmas Cards: Available at back of Church, €5 per pack.

Do This in Memory Masses: In Sacred Heart Church, Clones will be celebrated @ 9.30am on Nov 23rd, Feb 15th, Mar 1st and April 23rd.

First Holy Communion:

Aghadrumsee - Sat 23rd May
Connons - Sun 24th May
Clones - Sun 30th May

Confirmation: In Sacred Heart Church on Fri 8th May @ 6pm

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 7.00pm Private Intention &
All for whom Anniversary Masses were celebrated during the week

Sun 9.30am Mass
11.30 People of the Parish

Mon 10.00 7th Novena Mass

Tues 10.00 8th Novena Mass

Wed 10.00 Owen & Bridie Martin, McCurtain St
Adoration 10.30 — 10pm

Thurs 10.00 9th Novena Mass

Fri 10.00 Billy Culligan, Fitzpatrick Sq
Evening Mass in Aghadrumsee at 8pm

Sat 10.00 John & Ann Brady, Cara 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: A Tracey, M Lennon, T Healy, P Connolly, M Coogan

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 Kathleen, Willie & Eamon Little, Gorteen

Sun 10am John Thomas, Margaret & Jim Quinn, Lisnamallard

Fri 8pm Joe & Kathleen McGinnity, Gorteen

Sat 8pm John McElroy & Deceased Relatives, Knockmacarooney

Sun 10 Ann Quinn, The Diamond, Clones

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

Eucharistic Ministers: M Maguire, M O’Neill

Servers: Team A Hannah Beggan, Gemma Beggan

GFC Lotto: No Winner. Winning No’s 3, 4, 11, 16, jackpot now £1,200, 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.

(23rd Nov) Frank & Brigid Morrow, Clonlura & Conlon Family, Clonooney

(30th) Deceased Members Maguire Family, Teer

Altar Servers (30th) Daniel Maguire, Caolan Maguire, Claire McCaffrey

Reader (30th) Sean McCabe

Currin Lotto: No winner. Winning No’s: 1, 5, 18, 24, jackpot now €12,950, thank you.

Irish Catholic on sale today.

St Joseph’s Young Priest’s Society: Monthly Meeting on Tues 25th Nov @ 8pm in the Parish Meeting Room.

Birth, Death & Marrriage Certificate’s: It is now possible to apply online for any Irish official Long Form Birth, Death or Marriage Certificate, providing you have the relevant information. If the Birth, Death or Marriage has taken place and has been registered in the Republic of Ireland it can be posted directly to any address Worldwide. This applies to Civil and Religious marriage Certificates and all requests can be placed 24/7, 365 days a year. Email patricia@birthsdeathsmarriages.ie Tel: +353 1801 33 33.

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.

Active Retirement Christmas Party: On Thurs 4th Dec in the Creighton Hotel @ 5pm. Transport will be provided. All members please contact Mary 51698 or Hannah 51300 as soon as possible.

Mullinvaum Primary School Reunion: Will take place on Sat 27th June 2009. The organising committee are looking for any photographs or articles which could be included in a book to be produced for the occasion. Names & addresses of relatives who attended the school & have now left the area would be appreciated. This would help ensure all past pupils are accurately recorded & invitations issued. Any enquiries contact Maureen on 048 677 51734.

Round Table Quiz: In Lennard Arms Hotel, Clones on Fri 28th Nov @ 9pm in aid of Gaelscoil Eois. Everyone welcome, please come along & support. There will only be one Irish round.

Opening 2009 Gransha Montessori School & After School Club: For further information & details on both these services please contact Donna Connolly (Mont. Dip) 047 57842 or 0861798628.

Cavan Monaghan Carers: Are you caring for a family member or neighbour,? feeling isolated & need someone to talk to - Cavan Monaghan Carers support group meeting is on Wed 26th Nov @ 8.30pm in Community Centre, Broad Rd, Monaghan. We will provide a listening ear, support, information & training. For further information contact 042 97 54856 or 049 4360429.

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.