THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
It’s not a single, great heroic deed
that defines who you really are.
It’s the little things you do day by day that count.
LENTEN PILGRIMAGE
Journey and Pilgrimage are special parts of our faith tradition. This Lent we are offering two pilgrimages here in Ossory. We would like to invite you to join us.
The First, for all members of Parish Pastoral Councils, those involved in parishes and anyone else who would like to join us for the afternoon, will take place as a walk by the river Barrow from St. Mullins to Graiguenamanagh with evening prayer in the beautiful Duiske Abbey. On Sunday, March 27.
The Second, for all those in the 20’s 30’s 40’s or above, will take place as a pilgrimage up Slievenamon on Sunday, April 3. For further information contact: Ossory Adult Faith Development 056-7753624, email afd@ossory.ie or text 086-6097483.
BUFFET/PARTY FOOD COOKERY DEMONSTRATION
Phelim Byrne is back to host a Buffet/Party Food Cookery Demonstration, as a fundraiser for the Girls School on Thurs. March 31 in Comerford’s Lounge at 8pm. This will give you ideas and recipes for the parties you host at home, especially with Communion and Confirmation soon. All recipes will be available to take home and food will be raffled. For those who missed him in December, this is a great night out and you see everything he does as his cameraman projects everything onto two big screens. Cost €20. Please contact Sinéad between 9:30–11am on 895503 to order tickets.
CEART PatientWise
Is chronic illness part of your life? Have you, or a family member, experienced, pain, tiredness, stress, loss of mobility, fear for the future, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, low self-confidence or isolation?
A Self-Management course that helps you to deal with these symptoms and improve the quality of your daily life will take place on:
Tuesdays April 12, 19, May 3, 10, 17, 24, Time:10.00-12.30
Venue: Citizens Information Centre, The Parade, Kilkenny
The full course costs 60 euro and includes a 380 page manual ‘Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions.’
For further information contact Anne Cody 087-9028534 or check the website www.ceartpatientwise.ie
Folk Choir Practice
Tuesday night at 8pm in the Nagle Chapel. New members are welcome.
BADMINTON
Will be holding its year end Disco in the Parish Hall on April 1 form 7.30pm to 10pm. From 8 years old and above, all are welcome. It will be well supervised.
Childrens Choir Practice
Tuesday at 6pm in the church. All children are welcome
MOONCOIN GAA NOTES
Mooncoin GAA club membership is now due for 2011. Contact John Crowley or check out www.mooncoingaa.ie for further details regarding membership, or any club activities including fixtures and results.
SILVER CIRCLE - WEEK 20
€200: Noreen Walsh, Comeragh View. €100: Nicky Dunphy, Ballygorey. €50: Ellen & Aoife O’Shea, St Anne’s Terrace. €20: Johnnie Walsh, Mountneil. Aine Hogan, Dournane. Brendan Morris, Ballinlough. Brian Foskin, Cork. Tom Thompson, Roseleigh. Catherine McDonald, Grange. Eddie O’Keeffe, Convent View. Claire & Catriona Bowe, Emil. Tommy Delahunty, Ballybrazil. Maurice Flynn, Mooncoin Heights. John Bowe, Dungooley. Cathy Brogan, Comeragh View. Mary Dowley, Clonmore. Mary Flynn, Mooncoin Heights. Stephen Gilchrist, Clonmore. Brendan Walsh, Polerone. Barry Purcell, Middlequarter. Noel Phelan, Polerone. Derek Pheasey, Ballinlough. James Comerford, Lower Corluddy.
LENTEN PROGRAMME
Masses/Services:
Monday: March 28 at 8pm in Mooncoin, Eucharistic Service time of Prayer and Reflection on the word of God. All ministers of the word are asked to attend. All are welcome.
Tuesday: Mooncoin: 9.30am
Kilnaspic: 7.30pm
Wednesday: 7.30pm. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Rosary at 6.30pm
Thursday: 7am and 9.30am.
Lunchtime Scripture and directed discussion in Parish Hall 1pm to 2pm, soup and rolls served.
Friday: Mooncoin: 9.30am
Carrigeen 8pm.
Carrigeen Finance Committee
AGM will be held on Wednesday night March 30 at 8pm in Carrigeen Hall, All are welcome to attend.
Mass on Thursday, March 31
in the Nursing Home at 2.30pm
Tom Gunning – Co Author of Sacramental People
Tom Gunning is a great communicator and well worth hearing. He has written the religious education books for the secondary school syllabus.
Tom will speak on: ‘The Role as the Baptised.
His talk will be relevant to all during this time of a change within our Church. Those interested in pre-Sacramental, please come along!
MOONCOIN
READERS: Apr 3/10 (11am) Triona O’Keeffe, Dearbhla Kearns.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: April 2 (8pm) Suzanne Halley, Frank Hogan. April 3 (10am) Aisling Walsh, Deirdre Walsh.
ALTAR SOCIETY: April 2 - Ann Finn, Breda Guthrie.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: April 3 - Bridget Rochford.
READER: April 3 - Kay Quinn.
ANNIVERSARIES
Dick Fahy, Cashel. John Phelan, Dournane.
Essie Murphy, Grange. Mary Delahunty, Grange.
Michael (Stretch) Phelan & Michael Phelan, Middlequarter. Thomas Dermody, Ballincur. James O’Keeffe, Rathcurby.
Thomas & Esther Everett, Dournane Road.
Edward Browner, Grange. Noel Doyle, Ballymountain.
Maurice Walsh, Lower Corluddy. Eily Phelan, Portnahully.
Annie Doody, Tubrid. John Walsh, Portnahully.
James Delahunty, Ballybrazil.
Eamonn Walsh, Mooncoin Heights.
Jackie Lannon, Suir Crescent.
May they Rest in Peace.
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT, Mar 20, 2011
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:
When you feel burdened with all there is to do, reassess your priorities. Then do the most important things first, and leave the rest for later.
OSSORY PILGRIMAGE
Applications are now being accepted for The Ossory Pilgrimage, May 22 to 27. The package costs €720 pps and includes bus transport from Kilkenny city to and from the airport, flights to and from Lourdes, bus to and from Tarbes airport, five days full board in a hotel, full pilgrimage programme, all taxes and insurance as well as the services of the Joe Walsh Travel Agency while in Lourdes. Contact Eleanor at 051 880414 weekdays except Wednesday 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. or glenmore@ossory.ie
COURSE OF PREPARATION EXTRAORDINARY
MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST
Ferrybank Hall 8pm - 9pm
Monday, March 28
Speaker Fr. Willie Dalton
Monday, April 4
Speaker Fr. Ollie Maher
Monday, April 11
Speaker Fr. Ray Dempsey.
If you wish to become a Eucharist Minister, please contact the Parish Office, or Fr. Peter.
REMINDER
Lenten Stations are due at this time. Thanks to all who have sent them in. Masses offered for your intentions during the coming week.
Fr Willie Purcell, Vocations Director
Will speak at 11am Mass in Mooncoin Church on Sunday, March 27 about the Reflection Weekend on Vocations to the Priesthood in Ossory, commencing with Adoration led by Fr Willie on Friday, April 8 at 7.30pm at Mooncoin Church. A workshop will be held on Saturday, April 9 from 11am - 12.30pm in the Supper Room.
KILKENNY BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT
Is offering 3 talks during Lent on the area of loss, how it affects individuals and communities, how the bereaved can best cope with their loss, and how the family, friends and neighbours can provide support to someone following death. The talks will take place in St. Patrick's Parish Centre, Loughboy, Kilkenny at 8pm on the following dates;
Wed. March 23: ‘Bereavement and Loss’
Wed. March 30: ‘Difficult Losses’
Wed. April 6: ‘Being comfortable around one’s own loss and how
to support others’
All are welcome. Further information: Kilkenny Bereavement Support , Ossory Diocesan Office, Sion Rd. Kilkenny, 056-7756538.
MOONCOIN GAA
‘Craic in the Complex’
The Social Committee of the Mooncoin GAA Club are holding an entertainment night of Music Song & Social dancing in the Function Room of the GAA Complex on Friday, April 8 at 8.30pm. An invitation is extended to all, including interested Musicians, Singers, Entertainers etc. Why not come and join us for ‘Craic in the Complex’ for a great nights entertainment. No Cover Charge. Refreshments served.
PARISH HALL COMMITTEE
At a recent meeting the following Committee members were elected:
Rose Crowley - Treasurer
Breda Dean - Chairperson
Marie Flynn - Secretary
Next meeting will be held on May 5.
CHILDRENS CHOIR PRACTICE
On Tuesday at 6pm in the church. All children are welcome.
FOLK CHOIR PRACTICE
On Tuesday night at 8pm in the Nagle Chapel. New members are welcome.
TWINNING ASSOCIATION
Trip to Plounevez our sister village will take place in August. Air Fare: €169.27: Boat - as foot passenger: €130: based on 28 people travelling. Colaiste Cois Siuire have now been offered the possibility of a student exchange with the Secondary School in Plounevez. For more information call Walter on 087-4170785/896835.
LENTEN PROGRAMME MASSES/SERVICES
Monday, March 21 at 8pm in Mooncoin, Eucharistic Service; time of Prayer and reflection with Ministers of the Eucharist. You are welcome to join us.
WELCOME
We welcome into our Faith Community, Rosaleen Alice Burke, who was baptised recently.
S.V.P
Conference meeting on Tuesday, March 22 at 8.00pm.
APOSTOLIC SOCIETY
A meeting of the Apostolic workers will be held in the Convent on Thursday 24 at 7.30pm.
FINANCE MEETING
For Mooncoin on Tuesday at 8pm in the Parish Room.
B.O.M. MEETING FOR THE GIRL’S SCHOOL
On Wednesday Night at 8pm in the school.
CARRIGEEN CHOIR
Choir practice continuing every Monday night at 7.30pm at Carrigeen Church. We would appreciate new members, past members and musicians to join us on Monday nights in preparation for Easter. Singing at the 8pm Mass on Saturday Nights.
Weekday Masses
Tuesday: 9.30am
Wednesday: 7.30pm.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Rosary at 6.30pm
Thursday: 7.00am & 9.30am. Lunchtime Scripture and Directed Discussion, Parish Hall 1.00pm to 2.00pm. Soup and rolls served.
Friday: 9.30am
MOONCOIN
CLEANERS: Mar 26/Apr 2 Bridget McGrath,
Pauline Tobin, Elsie McGrath, Ellen Fitzpatrick.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Mar 26 (8pm) Pat O’Neill, Louise Walsh.
Mar 27 (10am) Bill Healy, Paul Derwin.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Mar 26 Judy Doherty,
Margo Delahunty.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Mar 27 - Richard Hogan.
READER: Mar 27 - Pat Kinsella.
CLEANERS: Mar 26/Apr 2 - A. Quinn, K. Hogan.
ANNIVERSARIES
Annie Fitzgerald, Cashel. Paddy & Nonie Purcell, Rathkieran. William Mackey, Polerone. Tommy Foley, Chapel Street.
John Drohan, Clonmore. Ger Dowling, Ballinlough.
John Everett, Rathkieran. John Cody, Kilnaspic.
Nelly Doody, Ballincur. Walter Crowley, Polerone.
Thomas Wilson, Mooncoin Heights. Niall Fox. Aglish.
May they Rest in Peace.
When you feel burdened with all there is to do, reassess your priorities. Then do the most important things first, and leave the rest for later.
OSSORY PILGRIMAGE
Applications are now being accepted for The Ossory Pilgrimage, May 22 to 27. The package costs €720 pps and includes bus transport from Kilkenny city to and from the airport, flights to and from Lourdes, bus to and from Tarbes airport, five days full board in a hotel, full pilgrimage programme, all taxes and insurance as well as the services of the Joe Walsh Travel Agency while in Lourdes. Contact Eleanor at 051 880414 weekdays except Wednesday 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. or glenmore@ossory.ie
COURSE OF PREPARATION EXTRAORDINARY
MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST
Ferrybank Hall 8pm - 9pm
Monday, March 28
Speaker Fr. Willie Dalton
Monday, April 4
Speaker Fr. Ollie Maher
Monday, April 11
Speaker Fr. Ray Dempsey.
If you wish to become a Eucharist Minister, please contact the Parish Office, or Fr. Peter.
REMINDER
Lenten Stations are due at this time. Thanks to all who have sent them in. Masses offered for your intentions during the coming week.
Fr Willie Purcell, Vocations Director
Will speak at 11am Mass in Mooncoin Church on Sunday, March 27 about the Reflection Weekend on Vocations to the Priesthood in Ossory, commencing with Adoration led by Fr Willie on Friday, April 8 at 7.30pm at Mooncoin Church. A workshop will be held on Saturday, April 9 from 11am - 12.30pm in the Supper Room.
KILKENNY BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT
Is offering 3 talks during Lent on the area of loss, how it affects individuals and communities, how the bereaved can best cope with their loss, and how the family, friends and neighbours can provide support to someone following death. The talks will take place in St. Patrick's Parish Centre, Loughboy, Kilkenny at 8pm on the following dates;
Wed. March 23: ‘Bereavement and Loss’
Wed. March 30: ‘Difficult Losses’
Wed. April 6: ‘Being comfortable around one’s own loss and how
to support others’
All are welcome. Further information: Kilkenny Bereavement Support , Ossory Diocesan Office, Sion Rd. Kilkenny, 056-7756538.
MOONCOIN GAA
‘Craic in the Complex’
The Social Committee of the Mooncoin GAA Club are holding an entertainment night of Music Song & Social dancing in the Function Room of the GAA Complex on Friday, April 8 at 8.30pm. An invitation is extended to all, including interested Musicians, Singers, Entertainers etc. Why not come and join us for ‘Craic in the Complex’ for a great nights entertainment. No Cover Charge. Refreshments served.
PARISH HALL COMMITTEE
At a recent meeting the following Committee members were elected:
Rose Crowley - Treasurer
Breda Dean - Chairperson
Marie Flynn - Secretary
Next meeting will be held on May 5.
CHILDRENS CHOIR PRACTICE
On Tuesday at 6pm in the church. All children are welcome.
FOLK CHOIR PRACTICE
On Tuesday night at 8pm in the Nagle Chapel. New members are welcome.
TWINNING ASSOCIATION
Trip to Plounevez our sister village will take place in August. Air Fare: €169.27: Boat - as foot passenger: €130: based on 28 people travelling. Colaiste Cois Siuire have now been offered the possibility of a student exchange with the Secondary School in Plounevez. For more information call Walter on 087-4170785/896835.
LENTEN PROGRAMME MASSES/SERVICES
Monday, March 21 at 8pm in Mooncoin, Eucharistic Service; time of Prayer and reflection with Ministers of the Eucharist. You are welcome to join us.
WELCOME
We welcome into our Faith Community, Rosaleen Alice Burke, who was baptised recently.
S.V.P
Conference meeting on Tuesday, March 22 at 8.00pm.
APOSTOLIC SOCIETY
A meeting of the Apostolic workers will be held in the Convent on Thursday 24 at 7.30pm.
FINANCE MEETING
For Mooncoin on Tuesday at 8pm in the Parish Room.
B.O.M. MEETING FOR THE GIRL’S SCHOOL
On Wednesday Night at 8pm in the school.
CARRIGEEN CHOIR
Choir practice continuing every Monday night at 7.30pm at Carrigeen Church. We would appreciate new members, past members and musicians to join us on Monday nights in preparation for Easter. Singing at the 8pm Mass on Saturday Nights.
Weekday Masses
Tuesday: 9.30am
Wednesday: 7.30pm.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Rosary at 6.30pm
Thursday: 7.00am & 9.30am. Lunchtime Scripture and Directed Discussion, Parish Hall 1.00pm to 2.00pm. Soup and rolls served.
Friday: 9.30am
MOONCOIN
CLEANERS: Mar 26/Apr 2 Bridget McGrath,
Pauline Tobin, Elsie McGrath, Ellen Fitzpatrick.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Mar 26 (8pm) Pat O’Neill, Louise Walsh.
Mar 27 (10am) Bill Healy, Paul Derwin.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Mar 26 Judy Doherty,
Margo Delahunty.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Mar 27 - Richard Hogan.
READER: Mar 27 - Pat Kinsella.
CLEANERS: Mar 26/Apr 2 - A. Quinn, K. Hogan.
ANNIVERSARIES
Annie Fitzgerald, Cashel. Paddy & Nonie Purcell, Rathkieran. William Mackey, Polerone. Tommy Foley, Chapel Street.
John Drohan, Clonmore. Ger Dowling, Ballinlough.
John Everett, Rathkieran. John Cody, Kilnaspic.
Nelly Doody, Ballincur. Walter Crowley, Polerone.
Thomas Wilson, Mooncoin Heights. Niall Fox. Aglish.
May they Rest in Peace.
FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT, Mar 13, 2011
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
God loves the lowly, the downcast and those struggling to keep their dreams alive. He is near to the broken hearted. He longs to comfort them and heal their hearts with his love.
COLÁISTE COIS SIÚIRE
Coláiste Cois Siúire, Mooncoin, paid tribute to four past Principals of the school in a ceremony marking its 75th Anniversary. In his address the Principal, Mr Paul Duggan described how Mr. Fred Cronin, Mr. James McDwyer, Mr. Seamus Doran and Mr. Tom Walsh, had each in their time in the school ensured it best served the needs of the community. His aspiration for the future, echoed by Ms Eileen Curtis, CEO, Kilkenny VEC, is that the school be guided by the inspiration of the past.
BALLAD SESSION
In Doyle’s Pub, Carrigeen, on Saturday night March 19. Music by ‘Homebrew’. Admission €5. Proceeds in aid of Kilimanjaro School Project. Please support this Worthy Cause.
MOONCOIN VISION LTD
Parish meeting will take place on Monday, March 14 at 8pm in the Parish Office, with a view to forming a committee for Mooncoin Vision Ltd. All interested representatives from all local clubs and groups are urged to attend as this is very important.
Southern Deanery – Ferrybank Parish Hall, Ferrybank
Wednesday, March 16
“One of you is about to betray me”. Speaker: Dermot Ryan
Wednesday, March 23
Deciding to stay? Looking for a renewed vision of Church. Speaker: Ann Daly
Wednesday, March 30
“The people who have walked in darkness have seen a great light”. Speaker: Dan Bollard.
FASHION SHOW IN AID OF COLAISTE COIS SIUIRE
Colaiste Cois Siuire Parent’s Association will hold its Annual Fashion Show on Friday, March 25 at 8pm in the Parish Hall. Limited tickets available. Contact: 895112
Looking for a career in Elder/Child care?
FETAC Level 5 Courses running in March/April. Care of the Older person, Occupational First Aid. Both modules will be held in Carlow from 10am to 4pm. Contact 059-9142208, or visit www.visiontraining.ie to book.
Platform FETAC Training Programme: Are you in receipt of an Unemployment Payment? FREE places on Platform FETAC Training programme in Career Development, IT and Communications begins on March 14 in Bagenalstown Family Resource Centre. For further details contact Aislinn at Vision Training 059-9142208.
SILVER CIRCLE - WEEK 18
€200: Eamon Holden, Main St. €100: John Power, Mooncoin Heights. €50: Thomas Dunphy, Glengrant. €20: Mary Kelly, Kilmacow. Noreen Walsh, Comeragh View. Frank Law, Ardera. N, S & S Thornton, St. Anne’s Terrace. Hannah Long, Roseleigh. Thomas Kinsella, Clogga. Catherine Reville, Comeragh View. Kathy Brogan, Comeragh View. Eddie Mackey, Carrick Rd. Paddy Kenny, c/o Promoter. Renee Dooner, Carrick Rd. Aine Hogan, Dournane. Jackie Ryan, Ballygorey. Willie John Kinsella, Dournane. Helen Wallace, Carrick Rd. Tommy Power, Old Luffany. John Allen, Carrick Rd. Annette & John Howley, Main St. Paddy Phelan, Portnahully. Francie Walsh, Lr. Corluddy.
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
Mooncoin
Monday: 7.30pm
Tuesday: 7.00am
Wednesday: 9.30am & 7.30pm Vigil Mass for St. Patrick's Day
Friday: 9.30am
Thursday, March 17
Feast of St Patrick
Patron Saint of Ireland
A HolyDay of Obligation
Kilnaspic: 9.00am
Carrigeen: 10.00am
Mooncoin: 11.00am
S.V.P.
Monthly Collection next weekend March 19/20. Conference meeting on Tuesday, March 22.
CARRIGEEN N.S. ENROLMENT
Closing date for enrolment for Carrigeen N.S. is April 15.
Train The Trainer
(FETAC Level 6)
For those who are currently involved in, or about to undertake a training position. In Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny, on March 12, 26, April 2, 9 & 16. Cost: €600. The course will run for 6 days. Phone: 056-7712755. Email: info@hughestraining.ie
EXPOSITION OF BLESSED SACRAMENT
Next Wednesday at 6.30pm followed by rosary and Mass at 7.30pm.
MOONCOIN
READERS: Mar 16 (6.30pm) Geraldine Purcell. Mar 17 (11am) Liz Knox, Sr. Mary Lenehan. Mar 20/27 (11am) Eileen McGrath, Margaret Grace.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Mar 16 (8pm) Ned Phelan, Eimear Phelan. Mar 17 (10am) Josephine Jones, Ellie Hogan. Mar 19 (8pm) Teresa O’Neill, Michael Connolly. Mar 20 (10am) Laura Pheasey, David Pheasey.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Mar 19 Margaret Phelan (L), Margaret Dunphy.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Mar 20 - May Coady.
READER: Mar 20 - Helen Brennan.
SYMPATHY
We commend to your generous prayers,
Mrs. Siobhan (Dodie) Crowley, Mountneill,
who died during the week. May she Rest in Peace.
ANNIVERSARIES
Mahon Family, Cellbridge & London. Joseph Doyle, Luffany. John Croke, Chapel St. John Keane, Ballytarsney.
Richard Kearns, Ardera. Niall Fox, Aglish.
Walter McDonald, Emil. Nicholas John, Skelpstown.
Nora Foley, Main Street. Patrick Smyth,
God loves the lowly, the downcast and those struggling to keep their dreams alive. He is near to the broken hearted. He longs to comfort them and heal their hearts with his love.
COLÁISTE COIS SIÚIRE
Coláiste Cois Siúire, Mooncoin, paid tribute to four past Principals of the school in a ceremony marking its 75th Anniversary. In his address the Principal, Mr Paul Duggan described how Mr. Fred Cronin, Mr. James McDwyer, Mr. Seamus Doran and Mr. Tom Walsh, had each in their time in the school ensured it best served the needs of the community. His aspiration for the future, echoed by Ms Eileen Curtis, CEO, Kilkenny VEC, is that the school be guided by the inspiration of the past.
BALLAD SESSION
In Doyle’s Pub, Carrigeen, on Saturday night March 19. Music by ‘Homebrew’. Admission €5. Proceeds in aid of Kilimanjaro School Project. Please support this Worthy Cause.
MOONCOIN VISION LTD
Parish meeting will take place on Monday, March 14 at 8pm in the Parish Office, with a view to forming a committee for Mooncoin Vision Ltd. All interested representatives from all local clubs and groups are urged to attend as this is very important.
Southern Deanery – Ferrybank Parish Hall, Ferrybank
Wednesday, March 16
“One of you is about to betray me”. Speaker: Dermot Ryan
Wednesday, March 23
Deciding to stay? Looking for a renewed vision of Church. Speaker: Ann Daly
Wednesday, March 30
“The people who have walked in darkness have seen a great light”. Speaker: Dan Bollard.
FASHION SHOW IN AID OF COLAISTE COIS SIUIRE
Colaiste Cois Siuire Parent’s Association will hold its Annual Fashion Show on Friday, March 25 at 8pm in the Parish Hall. Limited tickets available. Contact: 895112
Looking for a career in Elder/Child care?
FETAC Level 5 Courses running in March/April. Care of the Older person, Occupational First Aid. Both modules will be held in Carlow from 10am to 4pm. Contact 059-9142208, or visit www.visiontraining.ie to book.
Platform FETAC Training Programme: Are you in receipt of an Unemployment Payment? FREE places on Platform FETAC Training programme in Career Development, IT and Communications begins on March 14 in Bagenalstown Family Resource Centre. For further details contact Aislinn at Vision Training 059-9142208.
SILVER CIRCLE - WEEK 18
€200: Eamon Holden, Main St. €100: John Power, Mooncoin Heights. €50: Thomas Dunphy, Glengrant. €20: Mary Kelly, Kilmacow. Noreen Walsh, Comeragh View. Frank Law, Ardera. N, S & S Thornton, St. Anne’s Terrace. Hannah Long, Roseleigh. Thomas Kinsella, Clogga. Catherine Reville, Comeragh View. Kathy Brogan, Comeragh View. Eddie Mackey, Carrick Rd. Paddy Kenny, c/o Promoter. Renee Dooner, Carrick Rd. Aine Hogan, Dournane. Jackie Ryan, Ballygorey. Willie John Kinsella, Dournane. Helen Wallace, Carrick Rd. Tommy Power, Old Luffany. John Allen, Carrick Rd. Annette & John Howley, Main St. Paddy Phelan, Portnahully. Francie Walsh, Lr. Corluddy.
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
Mooncoin
Monday: 7.30pm
Tuesday: 7.00am
Wednesday: 9.30am & 7.30pm Vigil Mass for St. Patrick's Day
Friday: 9.30am
Thursday, March 17
Feast of St Patrick
Patron Saint of Ireland
A HolyDay of Obligation
Kilnaspic: 9.00am
Carrigeen: 10.00am
Mooncoin: 11.00am
S.V.P.
Monthly Collection next weekend March 19/20. Conference meeting on Tuesday, March 22.
CARRIGEEN N.S. ENROLMENT
Closing date for enrolment for Carrigeen N.S. is April 15.
Train The Trainer
(FETAC Level 6)
For those who are currently involved in, or about to undertake a training position. In Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny, on March 12, 26, April 2, 9 & 16. Cost: €600. The course will run for 6 days. Phone: 056-7712755. Email: info@hughestraining.ie
EXPOSITION OF BLESSED SACRAMENT
Next Wednesday at 6.30pm followed by rosary and Mass at 7.30pm.
MOONCOIN
READERS: Mar 16 (6.30pm) Geraldine Purcell. Mar 17 (11am) Liz Knox, Sr. Mary Lenehan. Mar 20/27 (11am) Eileen McGrath, Margaret Grace.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Mar 16 (8pm) Ned Phelan, Eimear Phelan. Mar 17 (10am) Josephine Jones, Ellie Hogan. Mar 19 (8pm) Teresa O’Neill, Michael Connolly. Mar 20 (10am) Laura Pheasey, David Pheasey.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Mar 19 Margaret Phelan (L), Margaret Dunphy.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Mar 20 - May Coady.
READER: Mar 20 - Helen Brennan.
SYMPATHY
We commend to your generous prayers,
Mrs. Siobhan (Dodie) Crowley, Mountneill,
who died during the week. May she Rest in Peace.
ANNIVERSARIES
Mahon Family, Cellbridge & London. Joseph Doyle, Luffany. John Croke, Chapel St. John Keane, Ballytarsney.
Richard Kearns, Ardera. Niall Fox, Aglish.
Walter McDonald, Emil. Nicholas John, Skelpstown.
Nora Foley, Main Street. Patrick Smyth,
NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, Mar 06, 2011
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
Love is magical. It’s a language the deaf can hear,
a song the crippled can dance to
and a sunset the blind can see.
TROCAIRE BOXES
Are in all churches. Please take one per family – and share something this lent with those less well off. “Blessed are the poor in Spirit; the Kingdom of heaven is theirs” (Mathew 5:3)
REMINDER
Lenten stations are due at this time. Envelopes are in your monthly collection boxes. This collection is in aid of the upkeep of the Priests of the Parish and dioceses. Thank you for your continued support.
MOONDHARRIG PLAYERS
Don’t miss the last two performances of ‘Happy Birthday Dear Alice’ by Bernard Farrell in Mooncoin Hall on Saturday, March 5 and Sunday, March 6 at 8pm nightly. A warm welcome awaits you.
COFFEE MORNING
Coffee morning, and Bric – Brac table on Friday, March 11 at 10am in the Supper Room. Door prize and raffle for INLA Lifeboats Dunmore. Support very much appreciated. All are welcome.
FASHION SHOW IN AID OF COLAISTE COIS SIUIRE
Colaiste Cois Siuire Parent’s Association will hold its Annual Fashion Show on Friday, March 25 at 8pm in the Parish Hall. Your support would be greatly appreciated, as we hope to raise money to develop the school facilities and equipment. Tickets available at school office (Contact 051-895112) and are also available at the door on the night. Standard tickets €10.00 concession €5.00.
Friday night March 11 is designated as our night of appreciation to all our volunteers who make a huge difference to the lifes of our parish and church. The night begins with a Mass of Thanksgiving in the Parish Church at 7.30pm. All are welcome to join in this celebration. After Mass refreshments and a social evening with music and dance in the Parish Hall. All are welcome. All those who have newly volunteered we will see you on the night.
LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN ELDER/CHILD CARE?
Fetac LEVEL 5 Courses running March/April. Care of the Older Person, Occupational First Aid. Both modules will be held in Carlow from, 10am to 4pm. Contact 059 9142208 or visit www.visiontraining.ie to book.
Platform FETAC Training Programme: Are you in receipt of an Unemployment Payment? FREE places on Platform FETAC Training programme in Career Development, IT And Communications begins March 14, in Bagenalstown Family Resource Centre. For further details contact Aislinn at Vision Training.
HALL COMMITTEE MEETING
A meeting will be held in the supper room on Thursday, March 10 at 8pm. Could all members attend please if possible.
SILVER CIRCLE - WEEK 17
€200: Willie Foran, Ardera. €100: Roy Foran, Ardera. €50: Jack Ryan, Old Luffany. €20: Jackie Ryan, Ballygorey. Dee Mackey, Riverquarter. David Grant, Polerone. Eddie Doyle, Luffany. Liz Knox, Suir Crescent. Paddy Murphy, Barrabehy. Joe Wall, Corluddy. Kathleen Dunphy, Suir Crescent. Linda O’Toole, Mooncoin Heights. Kitty Delahunty, Portnahully. Rachel Carroll, Polerone Green. Celine Murphy, Grange. B, D, & C Kearns, Ardera. Helen Wallace, Carrick Rd. Alice Kelly, Convent View. David Tyler, Chapel St. Johnnie Ryan, Comeragh View. Sean Kehoe, Polerone. Ned Doyle, Aglish. Anthony Cuddihy, Carrigeen.
Masses this week
Tuesday: Mooncoin - 9.30am
Wednesday: Ash Wednesday -
Day of Fast and Abstinence
Carrigeen: 10.00am
Mooncoin: 7.30pm
Thursday: Mooncoin - 7am & 9.30am To give those who are working the opportunity of coming to Mass ,we have decided to have 7am Mass each Thursday morning ‘Start the day with a prayer’ .
Friday: Mooncoin - 7.30pm
PORTNASCULLY RESIDENTS
Meeting in Doyle’s Bar on Thurs, March 10 at 9pm. All are welcome.
FOLK CHOIR PRACTICE
Every Tuesday night 8pm in the Nagle Chapel. New members welcome.
CHILDREN’S CHOIR PRACTICE
On Tuesday evening at 6pm in the Church. All children welcome.
Reflection Weekend
A Reflection Weekend on Vocations to the priesthood in Ossory will take place in Mooncoin Church on Friday, April 8 with an hour of adoration led by Fr. Willie Purcell, Vocations Director, Ossory, from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. On Saturday, April 9 a Workshop will be held in the Supper Room from 11.00am to 12.30pm, all are welcome.
Parish Pastoral Council
Meeting on Tuesday night at 8pm in the Parish Room.
CARRIGEEN CHURCH FINANCE COMMITTEE
Will be held at 8.45pm on Wednesday, March in Carrigeen Hall.
SCRIPTURE STUDY GROUP
Meeting at 8pm on Wednesday, March 9. Theme; Passion Story continued.
MOONCOIN
CLEANERS: Mar 12/19 -Nellie Phelan, Kathleen Mackey, Angela Haley, Trish Conway.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: March 12 (8pm) Tony Gaynor, James Gaynor. Mar 13 (10am) Una Walsh, Lynn Walsh.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Mar 12 - Bridget Phelan, Kitty Hewetson.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Mar 13 - Ollie Dunphy.
READER: Mar 13 - Clare Walsh
CLEANERS: Mar 12/19 - K Walsh, C Norris.
MONTH’S MIND
Willie Morahan, Dournane.
ANNIVERSARIES
Bill & Stasia Walsh, Crawn; Linda Holden, Clonmore;
Walter O’Keeffe, Polerone; Tom Foley, Main St;
Eamon Corcoran, Clooneen; John Walsh, Dournane Road;
Nora McManus, New Road; Phil Dunphy, Ballytarsney;
Ellen & Edmond Kenny, Cussana;
Thomas Fielding, Rathkieran.
Love is magical. It’s a language the deaf can hear,
a song the crippled can dance to
and a sunset the blind can see.
TROCAIRE BOXES
Are in all churches. Please take one per family – and share something this lent with those less well off. “Blessed are the poor in Spirit; the Kingdom of heaven is theirs” (Mathew 5:3)
REMINDER
Lenten stations are due at this time. Envelopes are in your monthly collection boxes. This collection is in aid of the upkeep of the Priests of the Parish and dioceses. Thank you for your continued support.
MOONDHARRIG PLAYERS
Don’t miss the last two performances of ‘Happy Birthday Dear Alice’ by Bernard Farrell in Mooncoin Hall on Saturday, March 5 and Sunday, March 6 at 8pm nightly. A warm welcome awaits you.
COFFEE MORNING
Coffee morning, and Bric – Brac table on Friday, March 11 at 10am in the Supper Room. Door prize and raffle for INLA Lifeboats Dunmore. Support very much appreciated. All are welcome.
FASHION SHOW IN AID OF COLAISTE COIS SIUIRE
Colaiste Cois Siuire Parent’s Association will hold its Annual Fashion Show on Friday, March 25 at 8pm in the Parish Hall. Your support would be greatly appreciated, as we hope to raise money to develop the school facilities and equipment. Tickets available at school office (Contact 051-895112) and are also available at the door on the night. Standard tickets €10.00 concession €5.00.
Friday night March 11 is designated as our night of appreciation to all our volunteers who make a huge difference to the lifes of our parish and church. The night begins with a Mass of Thanksgiving in the Parish Church at 7.30pm. All are welcome to join in this celebration. After Mass refreshments and a social evening with music and dance in the Parish Hall. All are welcome. All those who have newly volunteered we will see you on the night.
LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN ELDER/CHILD CARE?
Fetac LEVEL 5 Courses running March/April. Care of the Older Person, Occupational First Aid. Both modules will be held in Carlow from, 10am to 4pm. Contact 059 9142208 or visit www.visiontraining.ie to book.
Platform FETAC Training Programme: Are you in receipt of an Unemployment Payment? FREE places on Platform FETAC Training programme in Career Development, IT And Communications begins March 14, in Bagenalstown Family Resource Centre. For further details contact Aislinn at Vision Training.
HALL COMMITTEE MEETING
A meeting will be held in the supper room on Thursday, March 10 at 8pm. Could all members attend please if possible.
SILVER CIRCLE - WEEK 17
€200: Willie Foran, Ardera. €100: Roy Foran, Ardera. €50: Jack Ryan, Old Luffany. €20: Jackie Ryan, Ballygorey. Dee Mackey, Riverquarter. David Grant, Polerone. Eddie Doyle, Luffany. Liz Knox, Suir Crescent. Paddy Murphy, Barrabehy. Joe Wall, Corluddy. Kathleen Dunphy, Suir Crescent. Linda O’Toole, Mooncoin Heights. Kitty Delahunty, Portnahully. Rachel Carroll, Polerone Green. Celine Murphy, Grange. B, D, & C Kearns, Ardera. Helen Wallace, Carrick Rd. Alice Kelly, Convent View. David Tyler, Chapel St. Johnnie Ryan, Comeragh View. Sean Kehoe, Polerone. Ned Doyle, Aglish. Anthony Cuddihy, Carrigeen.
Masses this week
Tuesday: Mooncoin - 9.30am
Wednesday: Ash Wednesday -
Day of Fast and Abstinence
Carrigeen: 10.00am
Mooncoin: 7.30pm
Thursday: Mooncoin - 7am & 9.30am To give those who are working the opportunity of coming to Mass ,we have decided to have 7am Mass each Thursday morning ‘Start the day with a prayer’ .
Friday: Mooncoin - 7.30pm
PORTNASCULLY RESIDENTS
Meeting in Doyle’s Bar on Thurs, March 10 at 9pm. All are welcome.
FOLK CHOIR PRACTICE
Every Tuesday night 8pm in the Nagle Chapel. New members welcome.
CHILDREN’S CHOIR PRACTICE
On Tuesday evening at 6pm in the Church. All children welcome.
Reflection Weekend
A Reflection Weekend on Vocations to the priesthood in Ossory will take place in Mooncoin Church on Friday, April 8 with an hour of adoration led by Fr. Willie Purcell, Vocations Director, Ossory, from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. On Saturday, April 9 a Workshop will be held in the Supper Room from 11.00am to 12.30pm, all are welcome.
Parish Pastoral Council
Meeting on Tuesday night at 8pm in the Parish Room.
CARRIGEEN CHURCH FINANCE COMMITTEE
Will be held at 8.45pm on Wednesday, March in Carrigeen Hall.
SCRIPTURE STUDY GROUP
Meeting at 8pm on Wednesday, March 9. Theme; Passion Story continued.
MOONCOIN
CLEANERS: Mar 12/19 -Nellie Phelan, Kathleen Mackey, Angela Haley, Trish Conway.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: March 12 (8pm) Tony Gaynor, James Gaynor. Mar 13 (10am) Una Walsh, Lynn Walsh.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Mar 12 - Bridget Phelan, Kitty Hewetson.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Mar 13 - Ollie Dunphy.
READER: Mar 13 - Clare Walsh
CLEANERS: Mar 12/19 - K Walsh, C Norris.
MONTH’S MIND
Willie Morahan, Dournane.
ANNIVERSARIES
Bill & Stasia Walsh, Crawn; Linda Holden, Clonmore;
Walter O’Keeffe, Polerone; Tom Foley, Main St;
Eamon Corcoran, Clooneen; John Walsh, Dournane Road;
Nora McManus, New Road; Phil Dunphy, Ballytarsney;
Ellen & Edmond Kenny, Cussana;
Thomas Fielding, Rathkieran.
EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, Feb 27, 2011
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
Renew your inner energy and refresh your soul,
by simply taking a few moments each day
to reflect upon the beauty and perfection of God’s creation. “Be still and know that I am God”.
Friday, March 11 is designated as our night of appreciation to all our volunteers who make a huge difference to the life's of our parish and church. The night begins with a Mass of Thanksgiving in the Parish Church at 7.30pm. All are welcome to join in this celebration. After Mass refreshments and a social evening with music and dance in the Parish Hall. All are welcome. All those who have newly volunteered we will see you on the night.
BUFFET/PARTY FOOD COOKERY DEMONSTRATION
Phelim Byrne - television chef - is back to host a Buffet/Party Food Cookery Demonstration, as a fundraiser for the Girls’ School on Thursday, March 31 in Comerford’s Lounge at 8pm. This will give you ideas and recipes for the parties you host at home, especially with Communion and Confirmation soon. All recipes will be available to take home. All the food will be raffled. For those who missed him in December, this is a great night out and you see everything he does as his cameraman projects everything onto two big screens.
Cost €20. Tickets will be available from the school from February 28. Contact Sinéad between 9.30 - 11am Mon - Thursday on 895503.
Yoga Classes
Commencing early March. Morning – evening, if interested contact Gabrielle Walshe Ph: 087-9038650
Lime in your water
Water Softeners supplied, installed & Commissioned at lowest prices. Call Niall 085-1096902. www.cros.ie. Ashcourt House, Main St. Mooncoin
MOONCOIN GAA
As the new hurling year begins and the weather so poor, it is nice to have the indoor facilities for our young teams to use. Training has commenced for most teams and registration for the coming year will be on Friday, March 4 at 7.30pm in the Complex. Once again we encourage any parent who has some spare time to get involved in the training of our teams. In-house coaching courses will be provided. Looking forward to seeing you during the year.
SOCCER CLUB
Our U12 goalkeeper, Zack Power, travelled to Killarney recently with his Waterford U12 team mates to take on Kerry in the Munster Inter League game, which finished 0 - 0. Penalties decided the game and Waterford were the winners, with help from Zack who saved 4 penalties and scored one. Well done Zack - keep up the good work.
On Sun. Feb 20 at 2pm in Ashgrove, our U16 goalkeeper, Eric Conway and his Waterford team mates will take on North Tipperary in the Munster Inter League. Please support. Free admission to all.
Our U13 centre half, Aidan Holden, is in training with Waterford U13 squad in preparation for the Kennedy Cup Tournament in Limerick in June. Best of luck Aidan.
MOONDHARRIG PLAYERS
‘Happy Birthday Dear Alice’ by Bernard Farrell will be performed by the group in Mooncoin Hall from Tuesday, March 1 to Sunday, March 6 at 8pm nightly. The Play tells the story of a family whose Mother - Alice played by Cara O’Mahoney lives alone and needs looking after. The crux is that the views of the family regarding the solution to this problem do not in any way coincide with the wishes of Alice. Outside influences in the form of Jimmy Heffernan (Frank Hogan) plays a large part in bringing the matter to a conclusion – a satisfactory one for Alice but not so acceptable to her bossy daughter Barbara, played by Martina Nathan, or to her selfish and shallow son Barry (Seamus Kearns). Helena Walsh-Kiely (Sandy) and Stephen Kearns (Cormac) play the girl-friend and husband of the pair of siblings.
“Water and Us” Workshop
Conducted by Senan Gardiner
Ecology and Sustainable Living Officer, Presentation Ireland
Water means life. We need to conserve it for our planet and our pockets!
Venue: GAA Centre, Mooncoin
Date: March 4: 4pm - 5pm.
All Welcome - Admission Free
Tea/Coffee will be provided
Contact: Sr. Mary, Presentation Convent, Mooncoin 051-895114
Silver Circle - Week 16
€200: John Mahon (Snr), Ballybrazil. €100: David Phelan, Kilcraggan. €50: John Fripps, Dungooly. €20: Sam Dunphy, Ballincur. Michael Dwyer, Carrick. Carol McCarthy, c/o Nursing Home. Joan Fripps, Clogga. Crona Sullivan, Polerone. Kathleen Dunphy, Suir Crescent. Danielle Foran, Ardera. Winnie Tyler, Grange. Stephen Foran (Jnr), Ardera. Gail Conway, Roseleigh. B.D.C. Kearns, Ardera. Mark Kearns, Ardera. Cliff Dean, Filbuckstown. Saoirse & Sean Dwyer, Luffany. Anne Ponce De Leon, Clogga. John Fielding, Polerone. Eamon Delahunty, Portnascully. Johnny Ryan, Comeragh View. Michael Law, Mullinavat. Tom Delahunty, Barnacole.
ST. JOSEPH’S YOUNG PRIESTS SOCIETY
Monthly Mass will take place on Thursday, March 3 at 9.30am in Mooncoin Church. Exposition for Intercession for Vocations follows immediately afterwards in the Nagle Chapel and will conclude at 11am. All are welcome.
FIRST PENANCE FOR THE BOYS AND GIRLS OF MOONCOIN
On Wednesday, March 2 at 7.30pm in the Church. Please keep the children and their families in your prayers.
CARRIGEEN CHOIR
Choir Practice recommencing on Monday nights at 7.30pm at Carrigeen Church. We are preparing for Lent and Easter, all are welcome, young and not so young, see you there! On Monday, February 28.
HOSPICE WALK
That took place on December 26 up Slieve Na Mon
Presentation of Cheque will take place on March 12 in The Rose of Mooncoin . The Committee would like to thank the Mooncoin U21 hurling team who took part and all the regular people from Waterford, Dungarvan, Kilkenny who walked for us. A big thank you to all.
Any outstanding cards or monies contact Kathleen Tobin, Eamon Delahunty or Johnny Howley.
MASSES THIS WEEK
Mooncoin
Monday: 7.30pm
Tues - Fri: 9.30am
Kilnaspic
Tuesday: 7.30pm
Carrigeen
Friday: 8.00pm
FRIDAY THE FIRST FRIDAY THE SICK AND HOUSEBOUND WILL BE VISITED.
Please pray for all our sick.
CHURCH GATE COLLECTION FOR MDAPP
We would like to thank all the parishioners who contributed to our church gate collection over the weekend. €650.70 was raised which we are extremely grateful for. Many thanks from the MDAPP Committee.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Mar 5 (8pm) Michael Fewer Ward, Mary Fewer. Mar 6 (10am) Ronan Walsh, Eilis Walsh.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Mar 5 Kitty Doyle, Julianne Walsh.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Mar 6 - Jason Dunphy.
READER: Mar 6 - Tom Reddy.
ANNIVERSARIES
William Dunphy, Luffany. Willie Dunne, Carrick Rd.
Jim Synnott, Carrick Rd. Margaret Foskin, Rathcurby. Mary Hayes, Asdee Co. Kerry. Eileen Woods, Chapel St. Robert & Margaret Walsh, New Aglish.
Mary Lannon, Carrigeen.
Johnnie, Mary & Martin O’Brien, Dournane.
Mikie O’Brien, Ballybrazil. Paddy O’Brien, Main St.
Brigid Grant, Dournane Rd. Br. Peter Phelan, Kilmacow.
Renew your inner energy and refresh your soul,
by simply taking a few moments each day
to reflect upon the beauty and perfection of God’s creation. “Be still and know that I am God”.
Friday, March 11 is designated as our night of appreciation to all our volunteers who make a huge difference to the life's of our parish and church. The night begins with a Mass of Thanksgiving in the Parish Church at 7.30pm. All are welcome to join in this celebration. After Mass refreshments and a social evening with music and dance in the Parish Hall. All are welcome. All those who have newly volunteered we will see you on the night.
BUFFET/PARTY FOOD COOKERY DEMONSTRATION
Phelim Byrne - television chef - is back to host a Buffet/Party Food Cookery Demonstration, as a fundraiser for the Girls’ School on Thursday, March 31 in Comerford’s Lounge at 8pm. This will give you ideas and recipes for the parties you host at home, especially with Communion and Confirmation soon. All recipes will be available to take home. All the food will be raffled. For those who missed him in December, this is a great night out and you see everything he does as his cameraman projects everything onto two big screens.
Cost €20. Tickets will be available from the school from February 28. Contact Sinéad between 9.30 - 11am Mon - Thursday on 895503.
Yoga Classes
Commencing early March. Morning – evening, if interested contact Gabrielle Walshe Ph: 087-9038650
Lime in your water
Water Softeners supplied, installed & Commissioned at lowest prices. Call Niall 085-1096902. www.cros.ie. Ashcourt House, Main St. Mooncoin
MOONCOIN GAA
As the new hurling year begins and the weather so poor, it is nice to have the indoor facilities for our young teams to use. Training has commenced for most teams and registration for the coming year will be on Friday, March 4 at 7.30pm in the Complex. Once again we encourage any parent who has some spare time to get involved in the training of our teams. In-house coaching courses will be provided. Looking forward to seeing you during the year.
SOCCER CLUB
Our U12 goalkeeper, Zack Power, travelled to Killarney recently with his Waterford U12 team mates to take on Kerry in the Munster Inter League game, which finished 0 - 0. Penalties decided the game and Waterford were the winners, with help from Zack who saved 4 penalties and scored one. Well done Zack - keep up the good work.
On Sun. Feb 20 at 2pm in Ashgrove, our U16 goalkeeper, Eric Conway and his Waterford team mates will take on North Tipperary in the Munster Inter League. Please support. Free admission to all.
Our U13 centre half, Aidan Holden, is in training with Waterford U13 squad in preparation for the Kennedy Cup Tournament in Limerick in June. Best of luck Aidan.
MOONDHARRIG PLAYERS
‘Happy Birthday Dear Alice’ by Bernard Farrell will be performed by the group in Mooncoin Hall from Tuesday, March 1 to Sunday, March 6 at 8pm nightly. The Play tells the story of a family whose Mother - Alice played by Cara O’Mahoney lives alone and needs looking after. The crux is that the views of the family regarding the solution to this problem do not in any way coincide with the wishes of Alice. Outside influences in the form of Jimmy Heffernan (Frank Hogan) plays a large part in bringing the matter to a conclusion – a satisfactory one for Alice but not so acceptable to her bossy daughter Barbara, played by Martina Nathan, or to her selfish and shallow son Barry (Seamus Kearns). Helena Walsh-Kiely (Sandy) and Stephen Kearns (Cormac) play the girl-friend and husband of the pair of siblings.
“Water and Us” Workshop
Conducted by Senan Gardiner
Ecology and Sustainable Living Officer, Presentation Ireland
Water means life. We need to conserve it for our planet and our pockets!
Venue: GAA Centre, Mooncoin
Date: March 4: 4pm - 5pm.
All Welcome - Admission Free
Tea/Coffee will be provided
Contact: Sr. Mary, Presentation Convent, Mooncoin 051-895114
Silver Circle - Week 16
€200: John Mahon (Snr), Ballybrazil. €100: David Phelan, Kilcraggan. €50: John Fripps, Dungooly. €20: Sam Dunphy, Ballincur. Michael Dwyer, Carrick. Carol McCarthy, c/o Nursing Home. Joan Fripps, Clogga. Crona Sullivan, Polerone. Kathleen Dunphy, Suir Crescent. Danielle Foran, Ardera. Winnie Tyler, Grange. Stephen Foran (Jnr), Ardera. Gail Conway, Roseleigh. B.D.C. Kearns, Ardera. Mark Kearns, Ardera. Cliff Dean, Filbuckstown. Saoirse & Sean Dwyer, Luffany. Anne Ponce De Leon, Clogga. John Fielding, Polerone. Eamon Delahunty, Portnascully. Johnny Ryan, Comeragh View. Michael Law, Mullinavat. Tom Delahunty, Barnacole.
ST. JOSEPH’S YOUNG PRIESTS SOCIETY
Monthly Mass will take place on Thursday, March 3 at 9.30am in Mooncoin Church. Exposition for Intercession for Vocations follows immediately afterwards in the Nagle Chapel and will conclude at 11am. All are welcome.
FIRST PENANCE FOR THE BOYS AND GIRLS OF MOONCOIN
On Wednesday, March 2 at 7.30pm in the Church. Please keep the children and their families in your prayers.
CARRIGEEN CHOIR
Choir Practice recommencing on Monday nights at 7.30pm at Carrigeen Church. We are preparing for Lent and Easter, all are welcome, young and not so young, see you there! On Monday, February 28.
HOSPICE WALK
That took place on December 26 up Slieve Na Mon
Presentation of Cheque will take place on March 12 in The Rose of Mooncoin . The Committee would like to thank the Mooncoin U21 hurling team who took part and all the regular people from Waterford, Dungarvan, Kilkenny who walked for us. A big thank you to all.
Any outstanding cards or monies contact Kathleen Tobin, Eamon Delahunty or Johnny Howley.
MASSES THIS WEEK
Mooncoin
Monday: 7.30pm
Tues - Fri: 9.30am
Kilnaspic
Tuesday: 7.30pm
Carrigeen
Friday: 8.00pm
FRIDAY THE FIRST FRIDAY THE SICK AND HOUSEBOUND WILL BE VISITED.
Please pray for all our sick.
CHURCH GATE COLLECTION FOR MDAPP
We would like to thank all the parishioners who contributed to our church gate collection over the weekend. €650.70 was raised which we are extremely grateful for. Many thanks from the MDAPP Committee.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Mar 5 (8pm) Michael Fewer Ward, Mary Fewer. Mar 6 (10am) Ronan Walsh, Eilis Walsh.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Mar 5 Kitty Doyle, Julianne Walsh.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Mar 6 - Jason Dunphy.
READER: Mar 6 - Tom Reddy.
ANNIVERSARIES
William Dunphy, Luffany. Willie Dunne, Carrick Rd.
Jim Synnott, Carrick Rd. Margaret Foskin, Rathcurby. Mary Hayes, Asdee Co. Kerry. Eileen Woods, Chapel St. Robert & Margaret Walsh, New Aglish.
Mary Lannon, Carrigeen.
Johnnie, Mary & Martin O’Brien, Dournane.
Mikie O’Brien, Ballybrazil. Paddy O’Brien, Main St.
Brigid Grant, Dournane Rd. Br. Peter Phelan, Kilmacow.
SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, Feb 20, 2011
Thought for the week
All that is given cheerfully and generously to another
comes back to you and enriches your life in unexpected ways!
Thank you for filling out ‘Building a Faith Community in Mooncoin’ form last weekend
It is very much appreciated. In case you did not get to fill one out and wish to do so, we will leave some in the porch of the church for the next week. Please return as soon as possible.
Kilimanjaro Fund Raiser
A Ballad session will be held in Doyle’s Pub, Carrigeen, on Saturday, March 19 and in Comerford’s Lounge on Saturday, April 9.
Music By: Homebrew. Admission: €5 (tickets available next week)
Please support this worthy cause.
The Great Ireland Run, Phoenix Park Dublin, Sunday, April 10
Anyone interested please contact the Parish Office 051-895123
Peace in Christ Retreat House
Annual Collection will take place February 26/27. Thank you for your support.
Folk Choir Practice
On Tuesday night at 8pm in the Nagle Chapel. All are welcome
Hall Committee Meeting
Will be held in the Supper Room on Thursday, Feb. 24 at 8.00pm.
Church Toilets
One of the toilets at the church was broken/vandalised during the week and will be out of use for a few weeks. The other one will be locked during the week, but will be opened during Mass times. Sorry for any inconvenience caused. I guess this was done by people from the parish and during the night. Anyone with information please pass it on to the Garda or Parish office. Thank you.
MDAPP – Mooncoin Drug Awareness Parish Programme
Is having their Church gate collection this weekend February 19/20.
This programme is a peer drug education programme, which is run in conjunction with the Confirmation – healthy life choices programme.
It is coordinated by parish volunteers: Adults training – teenagers. Teenagers in turn educate the Confirmation students in the area of drug awareness, healthy life choice, self-esteem and using the gifts of the Holy Spirit in their daily lives. Our aim is to enable Confirmation students in their transition from primary to secondary school. Due to the cut backs we no longer have access to state funding. We are totally dependant on the generosity of you the parishioners for which we are sincerely grateful.
MDAPP – endeavours to promote healthy life choices and drug awareness in the community. At the end of the year we celebrate with the parish a Family Fun Day – the emphasis is on having fun without drugs or alcohol. Thank you for your support!!!
Free Information Evening –Care Choices for Seniors
On Wed. Feb 23 in Dooley’s Hotel, The Quay, Waterford, at 7pm.
The evening will provide details on: The Fair Deal Process for Nursing Homes; Offer advice on choosing home care; Provide guidelines for employing a carer.
Talks will be given by experts in each sector.
Free admission all are welcome.
For further Details contact 051 33966: email: Waterford@homeinstead.ie
Mooncoin Camogie Club
The Camogie Club held their A.G.M. recently.
Officers elected were: Chairperson: Mai Murphy. Vice Chairperson: Roisín Delahunty. Secretary: Ann Gahan. Assistant Secretary: Sarah Kearns. Treasurer: Valerie Phelan. Registrar: Collette Fanning. Child Welfare Officer: Paula Phelan. PRO: Jean O’Hanlon.
Registration will take place on Friday , March 4 from 7.30pm in the Complex. All players to attend and new members welcome.
Silver Circle - Week 15
€200: Ger O’Neill, Curluddy. €100: Sam Dunphy, Ballincur. €50: Ned Power, Ballymountain. €20: Ned Gahan, Gurtrush. Josie Foran, Ardera. Ray Walker, Clogga. Eddie McGrath, Aglish. Phil Walsh, Carrigeen. Pat Hogan, Dournane. Liam Sullivan, Polerone. Matt Gannon, Grange. Annette Purcell, Mooncoin Heights. Teddy Rowe, Suir Crescent. Roy Foran, Ardera. Dick Hanlon, Carrick. Eily Barden, Clonmore. Sarah Carroll, Comeragh View. Sofie McGrath, Ardera. John Purcell, Polerone. Claire Carney, Roseleigh. Matt & James Walsh, Cloncunny. Paul Walsh, Clogga. Liam O’Keeffe, Polerone.
Masses for the Week
Tuesday: 7.30pm
Wed - Fri: 9.30am
Apostolic Society
A meeting to be held in the Convent on Thurs. Feb 24 at 7.30pm.
S.V.P.
Monthly Collection next weekend February 26/27. Thanking you for your continued support. Conference meeting on Tuesday, February 22 at 8pm.
Applications are now been taken for the Girls School
for September 2011
If you have not received an application form please contact the school on 895503. Application forms to be returned by Feb.28.
Moondharrig Players
The group are busy rehearsing this year’s production “Happy Birthday Dear Alice” by Bernard Farrell. Liam Hoban has taken the role of producer this year. We are delighted to welcome some new faces to the group and we look forward to entertaining you all from Tuesday, March 1 to Sunday, March 6 at 8pm nightly.
South Kilkenny Historical Society
The next meeting of the South Kilkenny Historical Society will be held in the Parochial Hall, Mullinavat, on Thursday, February 24 at 8 p.m. The speaker is Ms. Caroline Irwin and the subject is "The Polar Expeditions of Ernest Shakleton". Admission €5 (members free).
Father & son, Derek & Brian Pheasey, Lower Corluddy, will have their heads shaved in order to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. The event takes place in Barbers Lane, Waterford at 11am on Saturday, February 26. Sponsors can donate online at http://www.mycharity.ie/event/db_pheaseys_event/ Alternatively, cash or cheque donations can be sent to Derek Pheasey, Lower Corluddy, Carrigeen. (Cheques payable to Irish Cancer Society). Most families in our parish have been touched in some way by this disease, so please help in this fundraising effort if you can.
Sharing a Scripture Weekend
With Fr Patsy Kelly in the Nagle Chapel on Feb 25 - 27. Opening session Friday 25 at 8pm. All welcome to all my sessions. Enquiries: Sr. Mary (051-895114)
MOONCOIN
CLEANERS: : Feb 26/Mar 05 Fiona Walsh, Kathleen O’Brien, Kay Dunne, Joan Scahill.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Feb 26 (8pm) Suzanne Halley, Frank Hogan. Feb 27 (10am) Breda Walsh, Joe Sullivan.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Feb 26 Margaret Kenny, Margaret Phelan (B).
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Feb 27 - Katherine Hogan.
READER: Feb 27 - Marjorie Godinho.
CLEANERS: Feb 26/ Mar 5 - A. Hearne, D. Aylward.
ANNIVERSARIES
Peter Reid, Ballincur. (Mass on Tues. Feb. 22 at 7.30pm)
Mike & Lena Foran, Main St.
Bill & Anna Corrigan, Ballon, Carlow.
Nicholas Walsh, Luffany. James Kenny, Luffany.
Hannah & Richard Jones, Cloncunny.
All that is given cheerfully and generously to another
comes back to you and enriches your life in unexpected ways!
Thank you for filling out ‘Building a Faith Community in Mooncoin’ form last weekend
It is very much appreciated. In case you did not get to fill one out and wish to do so, we will leave some in the porch of the church for the next week. Please return as soon as possible.
Kilimanjaro Fund Raiser
A Ballad session will be held in Doyle’s Pub, Carrigeen, on Saturday, March 19 and in Comerford’s Lounge on Saturday, April 9.
Music By: Homebrew. Admission: €5 (tickets available next week)
Please support this worthy cause.
The Great Ireland Run, Phoenix Park Dublin, Sunday, April 10
Anyone interested please contact the Parish Office 051-895123
Peace in Christ Retreat House
Annual Collection will take place February 26/27. Thank you for your support.
Folk Choir Practice
On Tuesday night at 8pm in the Nagle Chapel. All are welcome
Hall Committee Meeting
Will be held in the Supper Room on Thursday, Feb. 24 at 8.00pm.
Church Toilets
One of the toilets at the church was broken/vandalised during the week and will be out of use for a few weeks. The other one will be locked during the week, but will be opened during Mass times. Sorry for any inconvenience caused. I guess this was done by people from the parish and during the night. Anyone with information please pass it on to the Garda or Parish office. Thank you.
MDAPP – Mooncoin Drug Awareness Parish Programme
Is having their Church gate collection this weekend February 19/20.
This programme is a peer drug education programme, which is run in conjunction with the Confirmation – healthy life choices programme.
It is coordinated by parish volunteers: Adults training – teenagers. Teenagers in turn educate the Confirmation students in the area of drug awareness, healthy life choice, self-esteem and using the gifts of the Holy Spirit in their daily lives. Our aim is to enable Confirmation students in their transition from primary to secondary school. Due to the cut backs we no longer have access to state funding. We are totally dependant on the generosity of you the parishioners for which we are sincerely grateful.
MDAPP – endeavours to promote healthy life choices and drug awareness in the community. At the end of the year we celebrate with the parish a Family Fun Day – the emphasis is on having fun without drugs or alcohol. Thank you for your support!!!
Free Information Evening –Care Choices for Seniors
On Wed. Feb 23 in Dooley’s Hotel, The Quay, Waterford, at 7pm.
The evening will provide details on: The Fair Deal Process for Nursing Homes; Offer advice on choosing home care; Provide guidelines for employing a carer.
Talks will be given by experts in each sector.
Free admission all are welcome.
For further Details contact 051 33966: email: Waterford@homeinstead.ie
Mooncoin Camogie Club
The Camogie Club held their A.G.M. recently.
Officers elected were: Chairperson: Mai Murphy. Vice Chairperson: Roisín Delahunty. Secretary: Ann Gahan. Assistant Secretary: Sarah Kearns. Treasurer: Valerie Phelan. Registrar: Collette Fanning. Child Welfare Officer: Paula Phelan. PRO: Jean O’Hanlon.
Registration will take place on Friday , March 4 from 7.30pm in the Complex. All players to attend and new members welcome.
Silver Circle - Week 15
€200: Ger O’Neill, Curluddy. €100: Sam Dunphy, Ballincur. €50: Ned Power, Ballymountain. €20: Ned Gahan, Gurtrush. Josie Foran, Ardera. Ray Walker, Clogga. Eddie McGrath, Aglish. Phil Walsh, Carrigeen. Pat Hogan, Dournane. Liam Sullivan, Polerone. Matt Gannon, Grange. Annette Purcell, Mooncoin Heights. Teddy Rowe, Suir Crescent. Roy Foran, Ardera. Dick Hanlon, Carrick. Eily Barden, Clonmore. Sarah Carroll, Comeragh View. Sofie McGrath, Ardera. John Purcell, Polerone. Claire Carney, Roseleigh. Matt & James Walsh, Cloncunny. Paul Walsh, Clogga. Liam O’Keeffe, Polerone.
Masses for the Week
Tuesday: 7.30pm
Wed - Fri: 9.30am
Apostolic Society
A meeting to be held in the Convent on Thurs. Feb 24 at 7.30pm.
S.V.P.
Monthly Collection next weekend February 26/27. Thanking you for your continued support. Conference meeting on Tuesday, February 22 at 8pm.
Applications are now been taken for the Girls School
for September 2011
If you have not received an application form please contact the school on 895503. Application forms to be returned by Feb.28.
Moondharrig Players
The group are busy rehearsing this year’s production “Happy Birthday Dear Alice” by Bernard Farrell. Liam Hoban has taken the role of producer this year. We are delighted to welcome some new faces to the group and we look forward to entertaining you all from Tuesday, March 1 to Sunday, March 6 at 8pm nightly.
South Kilkenny Historical Society
The next meeting of the South Kilkenny Historical Society will be held in the Parochial Hall, Mullinavat, on Thursday, February 24 at 8 p.m. The speaker is Ms. Caroline Irwin and the subject is "The Polar Expeditions of Ernest Shakleton". Admission €5 (members free).
Father & son, Derek & Brian Pheasey, Lower Corluddy, will have their heads shaved in order to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. The event takes place in Barbers Lane, Waterford at 11am on Saturday, February 26. Sponsors can donate online at http://www.mycharity.ie/event/db_pheaseys_event/ Alternatively, cash or cheque donations can be sent to Derek Pheasey, Lower Corluddy, Carrigeen. (Cheques payable to Irish Cancer Society). Most families in our parish have been touched in some way by this disease, so please help in this fundraising effort if you can.
Sharing a Scripture Weekend
With Fr Patsy Kelly in the Nagle Chapel on Feb 25 - 27. Opening session Friday 25 at 8pm. All welcome to all my sessions. Enquiries: Sr. Mary (051-895114)
MOONCOIN
CLEANERS: : Feb 26/Mar 05 Fiona Walsh, Kathleen O’Brien, Kay Dunne, Joan Scahill.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Feb 26 (8pm) Suzanne Halley, Frank Hogan. Feb 27 (10am) Breda Walsh, Joe Sullivan.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Feb 26 Margaret Kenny, Margaret Phelan (B).
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Feb 27 - Katherine Hogan.
READER: Feb 27 - Marjorie Godinho.
CLEANERS: Feb 26/ Mar 5 - A. Hearne, D. Aylward.
ANNIVERSARIES
Peter Reid, Ballincur. (Mass on Tues. Feb. 22 at 7.30pm)
Mike & Lena Foran, Main St.
Bill & Anna Corrigan, Ballon, Carlow.
Nicholas Walsh, Luffany. James Kenny, Luffany.
Hannah & Richard Jones, Cloncunny.
SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, Feb 13, 2011
Thought for the week:
Never forget that the darkest hour is only sixty minutes.
Last month the Irish Bishops have published;
The National Directory for Catechesis – ‘Share the Good News’
Over the next few weeks we will take extracts from the directory to give you a flavour of the intention of this new venture for catechesis.
This is a short extract taken from the preface:
“ It is with a strong sense of gratitude for the blessing that Jesus Christ has been in the life of the Irish people down through the centuries, that the Irish Episcopal Conference publishes this National Directory for Catechesis in Ireland. We are convinced that the gifts of goodness, healing and peace that Christ offers the Church and all peoples today have power to teach us, and future generations, how to live generous, just and committed lives with one another in God’s all-embracing love:
I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for welfare … to give you a future with hope … When you search for me, you will find me; if you seek me with all your heart. (Jeremiah 29: 11-13). In the spirit of the Second Vatican Council, and of the pastoral attentiveness to catechesis with which the church has concerned.
The Christian faith, like the word of God, is something alive and active. Christ has set our hearts on fire. Like so many in the Gospel stories, we too have heard Jesus calling us. He continues to reach out, drawing near to us in our own particular places. He is conscious of each person in their need and he addresses us personally. This is his way. He came among us in our humanity and he remains with us always. Of the sick man at Bathzatha he asks with intent: ‘Do you want to be well again?’ (John 5:6). He surprises the Samaritan woman at the well, it upsets his companions when he makes a request of her: ‘Give me a drink’ (John 4:7). And to the rich young man, on whom he looked lovingly, he offers an unanswered challenge: ‘Come, follow me’ (Mark 10:21). Despite our weakness and the inadequacies of our efforts, we too have felt his closeness and known his care. He has touched our very being. As in Galilee two thousand years ago, Jesus Christ offers us, now, his healing and forgiveness, comfort and challenge, the tenderness and pain of all-embracing love, and a peace in God’s presence rooted in commitment to one another and to whole- hearted service of our neighbour. (Taken from ‘Share the Good News’ National Directory for Catechesis in Ireland)
Yearly Envelopes
I trust that by now you have received your yearly envelopes. If you have not, please contact the Parish Office. Perhaps you are new to the Parish, you are all welcome, and if you are not contributing I invite you and encourage you to do so. We all have a responsibility to do our bit to ensure the parish has the necessary funds to run our ‘Pastoral Programmes’ and for the upkeep of our parish buildings. Thanks to all who distributed the envelopes and to all who contributed so generously.
Fr Liam Power will meet the Parish Pastoral Council on Thursday February 17 at 8.00pm in the Nagle Chapel.
Fr Liam was with us last Friday night and Saturday as we pondered, reflected and planned in a prayerful atmosphere on a vision and a Pastoral Plan for the next two years. We will continue this process on Thursday night. If you have any suggestions please forward them to the Parish Office, or by filling one of the forms in the church. Thank you.
The Great Ireland Run, Sunday, April 10, The Phoenix Park Dublin
Race Distance 10km. Entry Fee €28. You can run/walk/jog for whatever charity you like. A few of us are taking part in the run for the school project in Kilimanjaro – if you would like to join us, please contact the Parish Office 051-895123
THANK YOU TO MOONCOIN VINTAGE CLUB
“The members of the parents association of the Presentation Girls Primary School, Mooncoin Boys Primary School and Carrigeen Primary School would like to send a belated thank you to the Mooncoin Vintage Club for their very generous donation of €1,000 to each school. The money has been put to very good use in the schools and is greatly appreciated.”
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2011
Young people from the Diocese of Ossory are invited to attend World Youth Day in Madrid in August 2011. Pope Benedict invited the young people of the Church to gather in Spain this year at the end of the WYD celebration in Sydney in 2008. Ossory will be there! If you are 18 years, or older on August 1, 2011 and would like to be part of this world wide pilgrimage please contact the Parish Office 051-895123. More information on www.madrid11.com/en
MOONCOIN PLOUGHING ASSOCIATION
Annual Ploughing Match at Silverspring on Sun. Feb. 13 at 12 Noon.
TABLE QUIZ FOR HAITI
The Haiti Haven Housing Project will hold a Table Quiz in the Rising Sun, Mullinavat on Fri. Feb. 25 at 9pm.
S.V.P.
Monthly Collection next weekend February 19/20. Thanking you for your continued support. Conference meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 22 at 8pm.
MOONCOIN COMMUNION CHILDREN’S LITURGY MEETING (VOLUNTARY PARENTS)
In the Parish Office on Tuesday, February 15 at 7pm.
LITURGY MEETING (ADULT)
In the Parish Office on Tuesday, February, 15 at 8pm.
CHOIR PRACTICE
A choir practice for all those interested in forming a folk/gospel choir will take place on Tuesday night at 8pm in the Parish Church. Please come along. All are welcome.
MASSES NEXT WEEK
Monday: 7.30pm
Tues - Fri: 9.30am
FIRST CONFESSIONS
In Carrigeen on Wednesday, February 16 at 7.00pm. Please pray for the children and their families celebrating their First Penance.
MOONCOIN
READERS: Feb 20/27(11am) Ailish Conneely, Sr. Mary Lenehan.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Feb 19 (8pm) Pat O’Neill, Louise Walsh. Feb 20 (10am) Pat Dunphy, Siobhan Dunphy.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Feb 19 Ann Grant, Mary Fewer.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Feb 20 - Helen Brennan.
READER: Feb 20 - Helen Quinn.
MONTH’S MIND
Richard O’Halloran, Kilcraggen.
ANNIVERSARIES
Billy Daniels, Carrick Rd.
Tom Crowley, Barrabehy.
Kitty & John Tobin, Chapel St.
David & Mary Phelan, Kilcraggen.
Tom Phelan, Luffany.
Mary Phelan, Rathkieran.
Never forget that the darkest hour is only sixty minutes.
Last month the Irish Bishops have published;
The National Directory for Catechesis – ‘Share the Good News’
Over the next few weeks we will take extracts from the directory to give you a flavour of the intention of this new venture for catechesis.
This is a short extract taken from the preface:
“ It is with a strong sense of gratitude for the blessing that Jesus Christ has been in the life of the Irish people down through the centuries, that the Irish Episcopal Conference publishes this National Directory for Catechesis in Ireland. We are convinced that the gifts of goodness, healing and peace that Christ offers the Church and all peoples today have power to teach us, and future generations, how to live generous, just and committed lives with one another in God’s all-embracing love:
I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for welfare … to give you a future with hope … When you search for me, you will find me; if you seek me with all your heart. (Jeremiah 29: 11-13). In the spirit of the Second Vatican Council, and of the pastoral attentiveness to catechesis with which the church has concerned.
The Christian faith, like the word of God, is something alive and active. Christ has set our hearts on fire. Like so many in the Gospel stories, we too have heard Jesus calling us. He continues to reach out, drawing near to us in our own particular places. He is conscious of each person in their need and he addresses us personally. This is his way. He came among us in our humanity and he remains with us always. Of the sick man at Bathzatha he asks with intent: ‘Do you want to be well again?’ (John 5:6). He surprises the Samaritan woman at the well, it upsets his companions when he makes a request of her: ‘Give me a drink’ (John 4:7). And to the rich young man, on whom he looked lovingly, he offers an unanswered challenge: ‘Come, follow me’ (Mark 10:21). Despite our weakness and the inadequacies of our efforts, we too have felt his closeness and known his care. He has touched our very being. As in Galilee two thousand years ago, Jesus Christ offers us, now, his healing and forgiveness, comfort and challenge, the tenderness and pain of all-embracing love, and a peace in God’s presence rooted in commitment to one another and to whole- hearted service of our neighbour. (Taken from ‘Share the Good News’ National Directory for Catechesis in Ireland)
Yearly Envelopes
I trust that by now you have received your yearly envelopes. If you have not, please contact the Parish Office. Perhaps you are new to the Parish, you are all welcome, and if you are not contributing I invite you and encourage you to do so. We all have a responsibility to do our bit to ensure the parish has the necessary funds to run our ‘Pastoral Programmes’ and for the upkeep of our parish buildings. Thanks to all who distributed the envelopes and to all who contributed so generously.
Fr Liam Power will meet the Parish Pastoral Council on Thursday February 17 at 8.00pm in the Nagle Chapel.
Fr Liam was with us last Friday night and Saturday as we pondered, reflected and planned in a prayerful atmosphere on a vision and a Pastoral Plan for the next two years. We will continue this process on Thursday night. If you have any suggestions please forward them to the Parish Office, or by filling one of the forms in the church. Thank you.
The Great Ireland Run, Sunday, April 10, The Phoenix Park Dublin
Race Distance 10km. Entry Fee €28. You can run/walk/jog for whatever charity you like. A few of us are taking part in the run for the school project in Kilimanjaro – if you would like to join us, please contact the Parish Office 051-895123
THANK YOU TO MOONCOIN VINTAGE CLUB
“The members of the parents association of the Presentation Girls Primary School, Mooncoin Boys Primary School and Carrigeen Primary School would like to send a belated thank you to the Mooncoin Vintage Club for their very generous donation of €1,000 to each school. The money has been put to very good use in the schools and is greatly appreciated.”
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2011
Young people from the Diocese of Ossory are invited to attend World Youth Day in Madrid in August 2011. Pope Benedict invited the young people of the Church to gather in Spain this year at the end of the WYD celebration in Sydney in 2008. Ossory will be there! If you are 18 years, or older on August 1, 2011 and would like to be part of this world wide pilgrimage please contact the Parish Office 051-895123. More information on www.madrid11.com/en
MOONCOIN PLOUGHING ASSOCIATION
Annual Ploughing Match at Silverspring on Sun. Feb. 13 at 12 Noon.
TABLE QUIZ FOR HAITI
The Haiti Haven Housing Project will hold a Table Quiz in the Rising Sun, Mullinavat on Fri. Feb. 25 at 9pm.
S.V.P.
Monthly Collection next weekend February 19/20. Thanking you for your continued support. Conference meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 22 at 8pm.
MOONCOIN COMMUNION CHILDREN’S LITURGY MEETING (VOLUNTARY PARENTS)
In the Parish Office on Tuesday, February 15 at 7pm.
LITURGY MEETING (ADULT)
In the Parish Office on Tuesday, February, 15 at 8pm.
CHOIR PRACTICE
A choir practice for all those interested in forming a folk/gospel choir will take place on Tuesday night at 8pm in the Parish Church. Please come along. All are welcome.
MASSES NEXT WEEK
Monday: 7.30pm
Tues - Fri: 9.30am
FIRST CONFESSIONS
In Carrigeen on Wednesday, February 16 at 7.00pm. Please pray for the children and their families celebrating their First Penance.
MOONCOIN
READERS: Feb 20/27(11am) Ailish Conneely, Sr. Mary Lenehan.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Feb 19 (8pm) Pat O’Neill, Louise Walsh. Feb 20 (10am) Pat Dunphy, Siobhan Dunphy.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Feb 19 Ann Grant, Mary Fewer.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Feb 20 - Helen Brennan.
READER: Feb 20 - Helen Quinn.
MONTH’S MIND
Richard O’Halloran, Kilcraggen.
ANNIVERSARIES
Billy Daniels, Carrick Rd.
Tom Crowley, Barrabehy.
Kitty & John Tobin, Chapel St.
David & Mary Phelan, Kilcraggen.
Tom Phelan, Luffany.
Mary Phelan, Rathkieran.
FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, Feb 6, 2011
REFLECT THE LIGHT
In an article entitled “Reflect the Light2, Roble Nebres tells us about the time he drove to the summit of Mt. Haleakala. After watching the sunset it became dark and he became anxious about the descent down the steep, winding road. When he left the parking lot the median strips on the road suddenly came alive with reflectorized lights. They provided a much needed directional guide on the mountain road.
The reflectors illuminated the way for Nebres, who made his descent down the treacherous mountain road. The reflectors, however, were useless without his headlights shining on them. The light they gave depended on the light from another source. Otherwise they could not help him.
When Jesus told his disciples they were the “light of the world”, he meant they were to be reflectors of the light of God. God is the illuminating source. God provides the light that is reflected from us. And God needs us to be reflectors of God’s light to a world of darkness.
Keith Wagner, Are We Hiding Our Faith?
MASSES
Tues: 7.30pm
Wed - Fri: 9.30am
Friday is the feast of ‘Our Lady of Lourdes’ and ‘World Day of Prayer for the sick’. To celebrate this Feast Day and pray for the sick, elderly and frail, a ‘Special Mass of Healing and Anointing’ will be celebrated on Wednesday February 9 at 3pm in the Parish Hall. All are welcome.
In follow up to our meeting of Tuesday night re: Sacred Music – folk/gospel choir, a practice will be held on Tuesday night in the Nagle Chapel at 8pm. All are welcome.
Next Saturday Evening the young people/teenagers of Colaiste Cois Siuire will prepare the liturgy for the 6.30pm Mass. We thank them and their teachers. All young people/teenagers are welcome to come along and participate. The theme of the mass is ‘Friendship’.
SILVER CIRCLE - WEEK 13
€200: Peggy Madden, Ballymountain. €100: Liam Delahunty, Polerone.
€50: Nicky Dunphy, Ballygorey. €20: Betty Gilmartin, Kilmacow; Maurice Flynn, Mooncoin Heights; Nancy Wall, Filbuckstown; Michael Holden, Convent View; John Fripps, Dungooley; Dena Kennedy, Mooncoin Heights; Seamus Kearns, New line; Seamie Delahunty, Australia; Paul Duggan, c/o Colaiste. Robert Walsh, Ballincur; Una Foley, Main St; Sam Murphy, Old Luffany; Breda Costello, Kilmacow; Elaine Haley, Ballincur; John Hassett, Rathkieran; Michael J. Russell, c/o M. Flynn; Mairead O’Brien, Polerone; Colm Walsh, Polerone; Susan Walsh, Polerone; Caroline Moran, Suir Crescent.
JUVENILE GAA
The Club would appreciate anyone who may be willing to donate unwanted kids helmets, which their child may have outgrown.
The Registration night will be held on Friday, February 4. Registration Fees U-14 - €30, U-12 down - €20, Beginners - €20 plus free hurley. Family (3 kids plus) €50. Don’t forget to support our Table Quiz on Friday, Feb 11, in Doyles at 9pm.
Landscape Design Course
A 10 week Landscape Design Course will take place in the Piltown Community Centre on Thursday mornings from 10am-1pm. This course is aimed at social welfare recipients and is facilitated by Kilkenny Leader Partnership. Contact Siobhan Martin on 086 2337307 for more information.
Treat Ireland Run-Sunday, Apr 10 The Phoenix Park Dublin
Race Distance 10km: Entry Fee €28. You can run/walk/jog, for whatever charity you like. A few of us are taking part in the run for the school project in Kilimanjaro. If you would like to join us, please contact the Parish Office: 895123.
Mooncoin/Plounevez Lochrist Twinning Association
Meeting in Comerford's Lounge on Feb 15, at 8pm. All welcome, especially those interested in travelling to Brittany this year. The period envisaged is Aug 11-21 and may include an overnight (subsidised) trip to the Lorient Inter Celtique Festival, which is a huge celebration of our shared culture. For information contact Wally Walsh 087 4170785 or Christine Conway 086 3444387.
VISION TRAINING
Looking for a career in Elder/Child Care? FETAC Level 5 Courses running in February. Communications Module: Feb 10, 11, 18 and 21. Safely & Health at Work Module: Feb 23, 24, 29 & March 4. Care of the Older Person: Mid March dates to be confirmed. Both modules will be held in Carlow from 10am to 4pm. Contact 059 9142208 or visit www.visiontraining.ie to book.
MOONCOIN GAA NOTES
Adult Club Meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 9 at 8.30pm in the Sports Complex.
SCOIL MHUIRE LOURDES (BOYS SCHOOL)
Parents wishing to enrol their son for September 2011 can now contact the school for enrolment forms. School office will be open from 9am – 12:30pm Mon – Fri.
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2011
Young people from the Diocese of Ossory are invited to attend World Youth Day in Madrid in August 2011. Pope Benedict invited the young people of the Church to gather in Spain this year at the end of the WYD celebration in Sydney in 2008. Ossory will be there! If you are 18 years or older on August 1, 2011 and would like to be part of this world wide pilgrimage, please contact Fr Richard Scriven at 087 242 0033 or rscriven2009@gmail.com
More information on www.madrid11.com/en
Kilmacow Community Centre
Will hold the following classes beginning February 8. Chariobics for the Over 50's ( €4/class), Body Sculpting and Shape & Tone (€6/class). Contact Jane on 086 216 3280 for times/information. Also Circuit Training Classes continue on Wed 8-9 pm, contact Noel 087 759 2201 for info.
A SINCERE THANK YOU
To everyone who offered prayers and sent mass bouquets to me during my recent illness.
Birdie Murphy
MOONCOIN
CLEANERS: Feb 12/19
Ena Laffan, Jo Laffan, Joan Foskin, Joan Doran, Catherine Doran.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Feb 19 (8pm) Pat O’Neill, Louise Walsh. Feb 20 (10am) Pat Dunphy, Siobhan Dunphy.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Feb 12 - Teresa Comerford, Joan Dunphy.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Feb 13 - Bridget Rochford.
READERS: Feb 13 - Padraigh Kirwan.
ALTAR SERVERS: Feb 13 - Aidin Quilty, Tara Ramaswamy.
CLEANERS: Feb 13/20 - K Barden, K Kinsella.
SYMPATHY
We commend to your generous prayers, Willie Morahan, Dournane, who died during the week. May he Rest in Peace.
ANNIVERSARIES
Christopher & Paul Cuddihy, Licketstown,
Liam & Peter Walsh Ballincur.
Anastacia Power, Kilcraggen. John Kinsella, Ardera.
Seamus Doran, St. Judes Mooncoin.
Neddy Kenny, Lower Corluddy. Willie Rowe, Kilcraggen.
In an article entitled “Reflect the Light2, Roble Nebres tells us about the time he drove to the summit of Mt. Haleakala. After watching the sunset it became dark and he became anxious about the descent down the steep, winding road. When he left the parking lot the median strips on the road suddenly came alive with reflectorized lights. They provided a much needed directional guide on the mountain road.
The reflectors illuminated the way for Nebres, who made his descent down the treacherous mountain road. The reflectors, however, were useless without his headlights shining on them. The light they gave depended on the light from another source. Otherwise they could not help him.
When Jesus told his disciples they were the “light of the world”, he meant they were to be reflectors of the light of God. God is the illuminating source. God provides the light that is reflected from us. And God needs us to be reflectors of God’s light to a world of darkness.
Keith Wagner, Are We Hiding Our Faith?
MASSES
Tues: 7.30pm
Wed - Fri: 9.30am
Friday is the feast of ‘Our Lady of Lourdes’ and ‘World Day of Prayer for the sick’. To celebrate this Feast Day and pray for the sick, elderly and frail, a ‘Special Mass of Healing and Anointing’ will be celebrated on Wednesday February 9 at 3pm in the Parish Hall. All are welcome.
In follow up to our meeting of Tuesday night re: Sacred Music – folk/gospel choir, a practice will be held on Tuesday night in the Nagle Chapel at 8pm. All are welcome.
Next Saturday Evening the young people/teenagers of Colaiste Cois Siuire will prepare the liturgy for the 6.30pm Mass. We thank them and their teachers. All young people/teenagers are welcome to come along and participate. The theme of the mass is ‘Friendship’.
SILVER CIRCLE - WEEK 13
€200: Peggy Madden, Ballymountain. €100: Liam Delahunty, Polerone.
€50: Nicky Dunphy, Ballygorey. €20: Betty Gilmartin, Kilmacow; Maurice Flynn, Mooncoin Heights; Nancy Wall, Filbuckstown; Michael Holden, Convent View; John Fripps, Dungooley; Dena Kennedy, Mooncoin Heights; Seamus Kearns, New line; Seamie Delahunty, Australia; Paul Duggan, c/o Colaiste. Robert Walsh, Ballincur; Una Foley, Main St; Sam Murphy, Old Luffany; Breda Costello, Kilmacow; Elaine Haley, Ballincur; John Hassett, Rathkieran; Michael J. Russell, c/o M. Flynn; Mairead O’Brien, Polerone; Colm Walsh, Polerone; Susan Walsh, Polerone; Caroline Moran, Suir Crescent.
JUVENILE GAA
The Club would appreciate anyone who may be willing to donate unwanted kids helmets, which their child may have outgrown.
The Registration night will be held on Friday, February 4. Registration Fees U-14 - €30, U-12 down - €20, Beginners - €20 plus free hurley. Family (3 kids plus) €50. Don’t forget to support our Table Quiz on Friday, Feb 11, in Doyles at 9pm.
Landscape Design Course
A 10 week Landscape Design Course will take place in the Piltown Community Centre on Thursday mornings from 10am-1pm. This course is aimed at social welfare recipients and is facilitated by Kilkenny Leader Partnership. Contact Siobhan Martin on 086 2337307 for more information.
Treat Ireland Run-Sunday, Apr 10 The Phoenix Park Dublin
Race Distance 10km: Entry Fee €28. You can run/walk/jog, for whatever charity you like. A few of us are taking part in the run for the school project in Kilimanjaro. If you would like to join us, please contact the Parish Office: 895123.
Mooncoin/Plounevez Lochrist Twinning Association
Meeting in Comerford's Lounge on Feb 15, at 8pm. All welcome, especially those interested in travelling to Brittany this year. The period envisaged is Aug 11-21 and may include an overnight (subsidised) trip to the Lorient Inter Celtique Festival, which is a huge celebration of our shared culture. For information contact Wally Walsh 087 4170785 or Christine Conway 086 3444387.
VISION TRAINING
Looking for a career in Elder/Child Care? FETAC Level 5 Courses running in February. Communications Module: Feb 10, 11, 18 and 21. Safely & Health at Work Module: Feb 23, 24, 29 & March 4. Care of the Older Person: Mid March dates to be confirmed. Both modules will be held in Carlow from 10am to 4pm. Contact 059 9142208 or visit www.visiontraining.ie to book.
MOONCOIN GAA NOTES
Adult Club Meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 9 at 8.30pm in the Sports Complex.
SCOIL MHUIRE LOURDES (BOYS SCHOOL)
Parents wishing to enrol their son for September 2011 can now contact the school for enrolment forms. School office will be open from 9am – 12:30pm Mon – Fri.
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2011
Young people from the Diocese of Ossory are invited to attend World Youth Day in Madrid in August 2011. Pope Benedict invited the young people of the Church to gather in Spain this year at the end of the WYD celebration in Sydney in 2008. Ossory will be there! If you are 18 years or older on August 1, 2011 and would like to be part of this world wide pilgrimage, please contact Fr Richard Scriven at 087 242 0033 or rscriven2009@gmail.com
More information on www.madrid11.com/en
Kilmacow Community Centre
Will hold the following classes beginning February 8. Chariobics for the Over 50's ( €4/class), Body Sculpting and Shape & Tone (€6/class). Contact Jane on 086 216 3280 for times/information. Also Circuit Training Classes continue on Wed 8-9 pm, contact Noel 087 759 2201 for info.
A SINCERE THANK YOU
To everyone who offered prayers and sent mass bouquets to me during my recent illness.
Birdie Murphy
MOONCOIN
CLEANERS: Feb 12/19
Ena Laffan, Jo Laffan, Joan Foskin, Joan Doran, Catherine Doran.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Feb 19 (8pm) Pat O’Neill, Louise Walsh. Feb 20 (10am) Pat Dunphy, Siobhan Dunphy.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Feb 12 - Teresa Comerford, Joan Dunphy.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Feb 13 - Bridget Rochford.
READERS: Feb 13 - Padraigh Kirwan.
ALTAR SERVERS: Feb 13 - Aidin Quilty, Tara Ramaswamy.
CLEANERS: Feb 13/20 - K Barden, K Kinsella.
SYMPATHY
We commend to your generous prayers, Willie Morahan, Dournane, who died during the week. May he Rest in Peace.
ANNIVERSARIES
Christopher & Paul Cuddihy, Licketstown,
Liam & Peter Walsh Ballincur.
Anastacia Power, Kilcraggen. John Kinsella, Ardera.
Seamus Doran, St. Judes Mooncoin.
Neddy Kenny, Lower Corluddy. Willie Rowe, Kilcraggen.
FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, Jan 30, 2011
FEBRUARY 1: St Brigid – Mary of the Gael –is second only to St. Patrick in the esteem of the Irish people. St. Brigid was born in 454. She lived a life consecrated to God, it is said she probably received spiritual formation from St. Mel and stayed for a while in Ardagh. Others began to follow her example and later she founded a monastery in Kildare. She is renowned for her hospitality, almsgiving and care for the sick, and her love of nature and animals.
PRAYER
St. Brigid you were a woman of peace.
You brought harmony where there was conflict.
You brought light to darkness.
You brought hope to the downcast.
May the mantle of your peace cover those who are troubled and anxious,
and may peace be firmly rooted in our hearts and in our world.
Inspire us to act justly and to reverence all God has made.
Brigid you were a voice for the wounded and the weary.
Strengthen what was weak within us.
Calm us into quietness that heals and listens.
May we grow each day into greater wholeness in mind, body and spirit. Amen.
FEBRUARY 3: St. Blaise was born in the early 4th century. He was bishop of Sebaste in Armenia and was later martyred for the faith.
Since the eighth century he has been venerated as the patron of those who suffer from disease of the throat. He is said to have healed a boy who was choking. The blessing of St. Blaise is a sign of our faith in God’s protection and love, for us and the sick.
PRAYER
Lord Jesus, we pray through the intercession of St. Blaise
Heal all who are suffering from disease of the throat
And protect us who pray to you at this time.
We pray for _________ may s/he be restored to full health.
We ask this in the name of Jesus. Amen.
PARISH COUNCIL
Enclosed in the Grapevine is the synopsis of the questionnaire which you received last year. We thank all who responded. The Parish Council will take on board the suggestions you made. Next weekend a leaflet will be distributed in all the churches inviting volunteers to participate in the different ministries in the Church and Parish. It’s an opportunity to make a new beginning and for all to take more responsibility for the life of the Parish and what happens in our Church. Fr Liam Power will join us, the Parish Council, for training and planning on Friday & Saturday 4/5 February, as we plan for the future.
MOONCOIN GAA
Adult Club Officers elected for 2011
President: Fr. Peter Muldowney. Vice Presidents: Tom Nolan, Pete Doyle, Billy O'Keeffe, Joe Dunphy, Pat Kinsella, John Walsh. Chairman: Nicholas Hennebry. Vice Chairman: Paddy Crowley. Secretary: Barry Purcell. Assistant Secretary: John Lennon. Treasurer: John Crowley. Assistant Treasurer: Maurice Flynn. PRO: David McGrath. Delegate County Board: Eugene Dunphy. Delegate South Board: Maurice Flynn. ASAP Officer: Colm Lahane. Irish Officer: Joe Flynn. Development Chairman: Ned Doyle
Intermediate Hurling Manager: James Grace. Junior Hurling Manager: Liam Walsh. Junior B Hurling Manager; Patrick Bowe. U21 Hurling and Football Manager: Liam Sutton. Senior Football Manager: Eugene Dunphy.
The AGM of the Mooncoin Juvenile GAA club took place on Friday, January 14. The officers for the coming year are as follows: Chairman: Eugene Fitzgerald. Vice Chairman: Colm Lahane. Secretary: Jamie Dunphy. Assistant Secretary: John Grant. Treasurer: John Purcell. PRO: Pat Hogan. Delegate Bord Na ‘OG: Maurice Flynn. Managers are U-10: Eamonn Delahunty. U-12: Mick Holten. U-14: Eugene Fitzgerald. U-16: Willie Fleming. U-18: Larry Dunphy.
Congratulations to our U-21 team and mentors on their success last Sunday on winning the County Final in Nolan Park. It was fantastic to hear the ‘Rose of Mooncoin’ being sung on the steps of Nolan Park after receiving the cup, as the young kids of our club looked on with admiration.
Check out www.mooncoingaa.ie for all club news and activities.
ST JOSEPH’S YOUNG PRIESTS SOCIETY
The monthly mass of St Josephs Young Priests Society will take place on Thursday 3rd February at 9.30a.m. in Mooncoin Church. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament for intercession for vocations will follow immediately afterwards in the Nagle Chapel and will conclude at 11.00a.m. All are welcome.
S.V.P.
Conference meeting on Tuesday, February 1 at 8.00pm.
Meeting for all the Leaders/ Contact person of Voluntary Groups in the Parish
On Tuesday, February 1 at 8pm in the Parish Room.
KILIMANJARO SCHOOL PROJECT
Meeting for Volunteers on Monday 31 at 7pm in the Parish Room. All welcome.
Sing, Play a Musical Instrument…. Interested in Sacred Music ….. Meeting on Monday, January 31 at 8pm in the Parish Room. Come along and join us. All are welcome.
Short Courses for Spring
Kilkenny Campus at St Kieran’s College Kilkenny has new afternoon and evening courses in Literature, Philosophy and Local Folklore & Song, beginning in early Feb. Courses run for 8 or 10 weeks, 2-4pm or 7-9pm. For more information call 056-777 5910or 087-2630999, or see
www.nuim.ie/kilkenny. Course fees €120/€150. Closing date for applications Feb 2.
Masses for the Week
Tuesday: Mooncoin - 7.30pm (Eucharistic Service)
Kilnaspic - 7.30pm
Wednesday: Mooncoin - 9.30am
Carrigeen - 8pm
Thursday: Feast of St. Blaise - 7.30pm Blessing of the throats after Mass.
Friday: First Friday - 9.30am. Sick and housebound will be visited.
MOONCOIN
READERS: Feb 6/13 (11am)- Liz Knox / Cara O’Mahony.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Feb 5 (8pm) Ned Phelan, Eimear Phelan. Feb 6 (10am) Aisling Walsh, Deirdre Walsh.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Feb 5 - Ann Finn, Breda Guthrie.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Feb 6 - Richard Hogan.
READER: Feb 6 - Aiden Quilty.
ALTAR SERVERS: Feb 6 - Kate Hennebry, Kate Kearns.
ANNIVERSARIES
James Walsh, Clogga. Joe Norris, The Bog Road.
Catherine Delahunty, Dournane Rd. Johnny Tobin, Main St. Sr. Christopher Foskin, Torquay & Mooncoin.
Edward Moore, Rathcurby. Nora Walsh & all the Walsh family, Clogga. Nicholas Claus Walsh, Ballincur.
Elizabeth Walsh, Ardera. James & Mary Lynch, Ballincur. Annie Jacob, Waterford. John & Nancy Carberry, Aglish. Tom O’Toole, Rathcurby. Michael O’Keeffe, Clashroe.
Pat & Esther Delahunty, Portnascully Mill.
Annie O’Keeffe, Moonveen. Margaret Deady, Corluddy.
Peter O’Keeffe, Glengrant. Ellen Power, Mullinavat.
PRAYER
St. Brigid you were a woman of peace.
You brought harmony where there was conflict.
You brought light to darkness.
You brought hope to the downcast.
May the mantle of your peace cover those who are troubled and anxious,
and may peace be firmly rooted in our hearts and in our world.
Inspire us to act justly and to reverence all God has made.
Brigid you were a voice for the wounded and the weary.
Strengthen what was weak within us.
Calm us into quietness that heals and listens.
May we grow each day into greater wholeness in mind, body and spirit. Amen.
FEBRUARY 3: St. Blaise was born in the early 4th century. He was bishop of Sebaste in Armenia and was later martyred for the faith.
Since the eighth century he has been venerated as the patron of those who suffer from disease of the throat. He is said to have healed a boy who was choking. The blessing of St. Blaise is a sign of our faith in God’s protection and love, for us and the sick.
PRAYER
Lord Jesus, we pray through the intercession of St. Blaise
Heal all who are suffering from disease of the throat
And protect us who pray to you at this time.
We pray for _________ may s/he be restored to full health.
We ask this in the name of Jesus. Amen.
PARISH COUNCIL
Enclosed in the Grapevine is the synopsis of the questionnaire which you received last year. We thank all who responded. The Parish Council will take on board the suggestions you made. Next weekend a leaflet will be distributed in all the churches inviting volunteers to participate in the different ministries in the Church and Parish. It’s an opportunity to make a new beginning and for all to take more responsibility for the life of the Parish and what happens in our Church. Fr Liam Power will join us, the Parish Council, for training and planning on Friday & Saturday 4/5 February, as we plan for the future.
MOONCOIN GAA
Adult Club Officers elected for 2011
President: Fr. Peter Muldowney. Vice Presidents: Tom Nolan, Pete Doyle, Billy O'Keeffe, Joe Dunphy, Pat Kinsella, John Walsh. Chairman: Nicholas Hennebry. Vice Chairman: Paddy Crowley. Secretary: Barry Purcell. Assistant Secretary: John Lennon. Treasurer: John Crowley. Assistant Treasurer: Maurice Flynn. PRO: David McGrath. Delegate County Board: Eugene Dunphy. Delegate South Board: Maurice Flynn. ASAP Officer: Colm Lahane. Irish Officer: Joe Flynn. Development Chairman: Ned Doyle
Intermediate Hurling Manager: James Grace. Junior Hurling Manager: Liam Walsh. Junior B Hurling Manager; Patrick Bowe. U21 Hurling and Football Manager: Liam Sutton. Senior Football Manager: Eugene Dunphy.
The AGM of the Mooncoin Juvenile GAA club took place on Friday, January 14. The officers for the coming year are as follows: Chairman: Eugene Fitzgerald. Vice Chairman: Colm Lahane. Secretary: Jamie Dunphy. Assistant Secretary: John Grant. Treasurer: John Purcell. PRO: Pat Hogan. Delegate Bord Na ‘OG: Maurice Flynn. Managers are U-10: Eamonn Delahunty. U-12: Mick Holten. U-14: Eugene Fitzgerald. U-16: Willie Fleming. U-18: Larry Dunphy.
Congratulations to our U-21 team and mentors on their success last Sunday on winning the County Final in Nolan Park. It was fantastic to hear the ‘Rose of Mooncoin’ being sung on the steps of Nolan Park after receiving the cup, as the young kids of our club looked on with admiration.
Check out www.mooncoingaa.ie for all club news and activities.
ST JOSEPH’S YOUNG PRIESTS SOCIETY
The monthly mass of St Josephs Young Priests Society will take place on Thursday 3rd February at 9.30a.m. in Mooncoin Church. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament for intercession for vocations will follow immediately afterwards in the Nagle Chapel and will conclude at 11.00a.m. All are welcome.
S.V.P.
Conference meeting on Tuesday, February 1 at 8.00pm.
Meeting for all the Leaders/ Contact person of Voluntary Groups in the Parish
On Tuesday, February 1 at 8pm in the Parish Room.
KILIMANJARO SCHOOL PROJECT
Meeting for Volunteers on Monday 31 at 7pm in the Parish Room. All welcome.
Sing, Play a Musical Instrument…. Interested in Sacred Music ….. Meeting on Monday, January 31 at 8pm in the Parish Room. Come along and join us. All are welcome.
Short Courses for Spring
Kilkenny Campus at St Kieran’s College Kilkenny has new afternoon and evening courses in Literature, Philosophy and Local Folklore & Song, beginning in early Feb. Courses run for 8 or 10 weeks, 2-4pm or 7-9pm. For more information call 056-777 5910or 087-2630999, or see
www.nuim.ie/kilkenny. Course fees €120/€150. Closing date for applications Feb 2.
Masses for the Week
Tuesday: Mooncoin - 7.30pm (Eucharistic Service)
Kilnaspic - 7.30pm
Wednesday: Mooncoin - 9.30am
Carrigeen - 8pm
Thursday: Feast of St. Blaise - 7.30pm Blessing of the throats after Mass.
Friday: First Friday - 9.30am. Sick and housebound will be visited.
MOONCOIN
READERS: Feb 6/13 (11am)- Liz Knox / Cara O’Mahony.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Feb 5 (8pm) Ned Phelan, Eimear Phelan. Feb 6 (10am) Aisling Walsh, Deirdre Walsh.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Feb 5 - Ann Finn, Breda Guthrie.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Feb 6 - Richard Hogan.
READER: Feb 6 - Aiden Quilty.
ALTAR SERVERS: Feb 6 - Kate Hennebry, Kate Kearns.
ANNIVERSARIES
James Walsh, Clogga. Joe Norris, The Bog Road.
Catherine Delahunty, Dournane Rd. Johnny Tobin, Main St. Sr. Christopher Foskin, Torquay & Mooncoin.
Edward Moore, Rathcurby. Nora Walsh & all the Walsh family, Clogga. Nicholas Claus Walsh, Ballincur.
Elizabeth Walsh, Ardera. James & Mary Lynch, Ballincur. Annie Jacob, Waterford. John & Nancy Carberry, Aglish. Tom O’Toole, Rathcurby. Michael O’Keeffe, Clashroe.
Pat & Esther Delahunty, Portnascully Mill.
Annie O’Keeffe, Moonveen. Margaret Deady, Corluddy.
Peter O’Keeffe, Glengrant. Ellen Power, Mullinavat.
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, Jan 23, 2011
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
Refuse to be discouraged when stormy clouds come your way,
but trust in tomorrow you’ll find a brighter day.
Refuse to be discouraged when you’re faced with doubts and fears,
but keep on pressing onward for the joy beyond the tears.
Refuse to be discouraged, and in time you’ll understand
that if you keep believing things will work out…. Just as planned
(Amanda Bradley)
OSSORY PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2011
The annual diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place from May 22 to May 27. Bookings can be made for ordinary pilgrims and the sick now by phoning Eleanor 051-880414 (during office hours Mon, Tue, Thurs, Friday 10.30am to 2.30pm). The cost is €720 pps, which this year includes the bus to and from Cork airport, which is the airport we will use later this year. The price includes insurance, full board, full pilgrimage programme, travel to and from Cork and Lourdes airport and the services of the JWT travel agency staff.
PARISH MEETING ROOM
The Parish Meeting Room in the Parish Office is available for meetings of local groups if they wish to use it. Please contact the Parish Office at 895123.
SILVER CIRCLE - Week 11
€200: Josie Dolan, Polerone. €100: Olive Burke, Enniscorthy.
€50: Eoin Crowley, Riverquarter. €20: Dick Kelly, Ballygorey. Eddie O’Keeffe, Convent View. Derek Pheasey, Ballinlough. Larry Delahunty, Ballytarsney. John Smith, Kilcraggen. Fr. Eamonn O’Gorman, Seir Kieran. Frances Bradshaw, Main St. Matty Collins, Old Luffany. Abbie & Mia Kinsella, Dournane. Fergal Hanlon, Clogga. Ned Maher, Ardera. Chrissy Power, Portlaw. Michael Dwyer, Old Luffany. Mick Power, Mooncoin Heights. Marie Kinsella, Dournane. Anne Bowe, Turkstown. Anne & Watty Walsh, Clogga. David Grant, Polerone. Tony Gaynor, Lower Corluddy. Jim Purcell, Suir Crescent.
CARRIGEEN GAA
AGM on Wednesday, January 26 at 8.00pm in the Royal Oak Bar. All are welcome.
CABARET IN AID OF WATERFORD PARKINSON’S ASSOCIATION.
Venue: Foxes Den Kilmacow. Date: Friday, January 28. Music By: Ben & Bim
Admission €5
CAMOGIE CLUB
AGM Club will take place in the Complex on Friday, January 28 at 8.00pm. All are welcome.
A night to present medals to the 2010, U14 camogie team and the 2010. Junior camogie team has been organised for Friday. February 4 at 7.30pm in the Complex,
All are welcome.
LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN ELDER/CHILD CARE?
FETAC Level 5 Courses running in February:
Communications Module Feb 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 14th
Safety & Health at work Module Feb 16, 17, 18 & 21.
Both modules will be held in Carlow from 10.00am to 4.00pm.
Contact 059 91 42208 or visit www.visiontraining.ie to book.
WELCOME
We welcome into our Faith Community, Emma Ann Jacob, who was baptized recently.
SING, PLAY A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT….
Interested in Sacred Music …. Meeting on Monday, January 31 at 8pm in the Parish Room. Come along and join us. All are welcome.
KILIMANJARO SCHOOL PROJECT
An information meeting for anyone interested in volunteering to work on the project this year will be held in the Parish Meeting Room on Monday, January 24 at 8pm. At this time we are appealing especially for plasterers; but all volunteers welcome. For further information log onto www.kilimanjarodirect.org or www.seirkierans.ie.
Mass will be offered for the happy repose of the soul of Margaret Edgerton (nee Delahunty), on Saturday, January 29 at 3.00pm in Carrigeen.
MOONCOIN
CLEANERS: Jan 29/Feb 5 Noreen Holden,
Rene Comerford, Elizabeth Lennon, Alice Conway.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Jan 29 (8pm) Tony & James Gaynor. Jan 30 (10am) Bill Healy, Paul Derwin.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Jan 29 - Judy Doherty, Margo Delahunty.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Jan 30 - May Coady.
READER: Jan 30 -Sarah Norris.
CLEANERS: Jan 29/Feb 5 - A. Dunphy, M. Frisby.
ALTAR SERVERS: Jan 30 - Ciaran & Eimear Quilty, Sarah Norris.
MONTH’S MIND
Ellen Lannon, Mooncoin & Carrigeen. Patrick Murphy, Dournane.
SYMPATHY
We commend to your generous prayers, Julie Birmingham, late of Filbuckstown, who died recently. May she Rest in Peace.
ANNIVERSARIES
Stasia Walsh, Crawn. Elizabeth Power, Kilcraggen.
Aiden Byrne, Dournane Rd. Willie Doyle, Skelpstown.
Ellen Norris, Clogga. John Crowley, Riverquarter.
Mr. & Mrs. James O’Brien, Ballincur. Maureen Ryan, Rathkieran. Patrick O’Keeffe, Carrick Rd. Michael Doherty, Glenmore.
Hannah Croke, Chapel St. Johanna Kiely, Williamstown.
Rev. Fr. Mat McGaurand, Longford & Cornwall.
Theresa Fielding, Rathkieran. Ann Corcoran, Carrigeen.
Refuse to be discouraged when stormy clouds come your way,
but trust in tomorrow you’ll find a brighter day.
Refuse to be discouraged when you’re faced with doubts and fears,
but keep on pressing onward for the joy beyond the tears.
Refuse to be discouraged, and in time you’ll understand
that if you keep believing things will work out…. Just as planned
(Amanda Bradley)
OSSORY PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2011
The annual diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place from May 22 to May 27. Bookings can be made for ordinary pilgrims and the sick now by phoning Eleanor 051-880414 (during office hours Mon, Tue, Thurs, Friday 10.30am to 2.30pm). The cost is €720 pps, which this year includes the bus to and from Cork airport, which is the airport we will use later this year. The price includes insurance, full board, full pilgrimage programme, travel to and from Cork and Lourdes airport and the services of the JWT travel agency staff.
PARISH MEETING ROOM
The Parish Meeting Room in the Parish Office is available for meetings of local groups if they wish to use it. Please contact the Parish Office at 895123.
SILVER CIRCLE - Week 11
€200: Josie Dolan, Polerone. €100: Olive Burke, Enniscorthy.
€50: Eoin Crowley, Riverquarter. €20: Dick Kelly, Ballygorey. Eddie O’Keeffe, Convent View. Derek Pheasey, Ballinlough. Larry Delahunty, Ballytarsney. John Smith, Kilcraggen. Fr. Eamonn O’Gorman, Seir Kieran. Frances Bradshaw, Main St. Matty Collins, Old Luffany. Abbie & Mia Kinsella, Dournane. Fergal Hanlon, Clogga. Ned Maher, Ardera. Chrissy Power, Portlaw. Michael Dwyer, Old Luffany. Mick Power, Mooncoin Heights. Marie Kinsella, Dournane. Anne Bowe, Turkstown. Anne & Watty Walsh, Clogga. David Grant, Polerone. Tony Gaynor, Lower Corluddy. Jim Purcell, Suir Crescent.
CARRIGEEN GAA
AGM on Wednesday, January 26 at 8.00pm in the Royal Oak Bar. All are welcome.
CABARET IN AID OF WATERFORD PARKINSON’S ASSOCIATION.
Venue: Foxes Den Kilmacow. Date: Friday, January 28. Music By: Ben & Bim
Admission €5
CAMOGIE CLUB
AGM Club will take place in the Complex on Friday, January 28 at 8.00pm. All are welcome.
A night to present medals to the 2010, U14 camogie team and the 2010. Junior camogie team has been organised for Friday. February 4 at 7.30pm in the Complex,
All are welcome.
LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN ELDER/CHILD CARE?
FETAC Level 5 Courses running in February:
Communications Module Feb 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 14th
Safety & Health at work Module Feb 16, 17, 18 & 21.
Both modules will be held in Carlow from 10.00am to 4.00pm.
Contact 059 91 42208 or visit www.visiontraining.ie to book.
WELCOME
We welcome into our Faith Community, Emma Ann Jacob, who was baptized recently.
SING, PLAY A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT….
Interested in Sacred Music …. Meeting on Monday, January 31 at 8pm in the Parish Room. Come along and join us. All are welcome.
KILIMANJARO SCHOOL PROJECT
An information meeting for anyone interested in volunteering to work on the project this year will be held in the Parish Meeting Room on Monday, January 24 at 8pm. At this time we are appealing especially for plasterers; but all volunteers welcome. For further information log onto www.kilimanjarodirect.org or www.seirkierans.ie.
Mass will be offered for the happy repose of the soul of Margaret Edgerton (nee Delahunty), on Saturday, January 29 at 3.00pm in Carrigeen.
MOONCOIN
CLEANERS: Jan 29/Feb 5 Noreen Holden,
Rene Comerford, Elizabeth Lennon, Alice Conway.
CARRIGEEN
READERS: Jan 29 (8pm) Tony & James Gaynor. Jan 30 (10am) Bill Healy, Paul Derwin.
ALTAR SOCIETY: Jan 29 - Judy Doherty, Margo Delahunty.
KILNASPIC
MINISTER: Jan 30 - May Coady.
READER: Jan 30 -Sarah Norris.
CLEANERS: Jan 29/Feb 5 - A. Dunphy, M. Frisby.
ALTAR SERVERS: Jan 30 - Ciaran & Eimear Quilty, Sarah Norris.
MONTH’S MIND
Ellen Lannon, Mooncoin & Carrigeen. Patrick Murphy, Dournane.
SYMPATHY
We commend to your generous prayers, Julie Birmingham, late of Filbuckstown, who died recently. May she Rest in Peace.
ANNIVERSARIES
Stasia Walsh, Crawn. Elizabeth Power, Kilcraggen.
Aiden Byrne, Dournane Rd. Willie Doyle, Skelpstown.
Ellen Norris, Clogga. John Crowley, Riverquarter.
Mr. & Mrs. James O’Brien, Ballincur. Maureen Ryan, Rathkieran. Patrick O’Keeffe, Carrick Rd. Michael Doherty, Glenmore.
Hannah Croke, Chapel St. Johanna Kiely, Williamstown.
Rev. Fr. Mat McGaurand, Longford & Cornwall.
Theresa Fielding, Rathkieran. Ann Corcoran, Carrigeen.
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