Bulletin

Pentecost Sunday (C) Parish of Galloon

19 May 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Pentecost: We can probably recall times when we were afraid, bewildered, felt like everything was falling apart and the doors were firmly locked. Today’s Gospel shows us that even in those difficult times, there is always hope. Jesus came and stood amongst the disciples even though the doors were firmly closed. The peace that he gives them (Shalom) has a much more significant meaning than we first think. The peace that Jesus offers is a peace that this world cannot offer. It is a peace that comes from a loving relationship with God.

Reflection: On Pentecost day the apostles spoke on new language. It was the language of peace rather than war. The language of forgiveness rather than vengeance. The language of tolerance rather than bigotry. The language of love rather than hate. Through the gift of the Spirit people of different languages learned to profess one faith, to the praise and glory of God.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am-2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm. Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -9.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 19.05.13-Group 1: Oisin McKeown, Declan Crudden, Niall McCabe, Donal McDaid, Nathan Beagan, Ryan Greene. 26.05.13-Group 2: Sarah Martin, Katie Woods, Caolfhionn Holland, Savannah Daly, Louise McElroy, Hannah McDonald.

The Parish Year of Faith Group this Monday night 21 May in Adoration Chapel, NTB. All welcome.

There will be NO Choir Practice on this Tuesday night.

Fr Denis Hartnett will be promoting mission magazine called The Advocate of the Mill Hill Missionaries by preaching after the gospel at all the Masses on the work of the Mill Hill Missionaries and by sharing his own experiences of mission in the Sudan on this weekend Saturday18 May and Sunday19 May.

Fermanagh Ladies Football are having a Church Gate Collection on next weekend; 25 /26 May at all Masses. Please give your support.

First Holy Communion for all the pupils in P4 in St Mary’s PS, Newtownbutler and St Joseph’s PS, Donagh will take place this Saturday, 25 May at 11.00 am Mass in both Churches.

Help available for Rural Dwellers – Maximising Access in Rural Areas Project: Fermanagh Rural Community Network ;(FRCN) are working on the MARA Project in rural Co Fermanagh. The aim is to support households access services, grants and benefits to improve their health and well-being and housing conditions. If you or someone you know would benefit from support, to ensure that they are receiving all the services, grants and benefits to which they are entitled; please contact Matthew Nevin, MARA Project Officer at FRCN on 028 66327006 or email fermanaghrcn@aol.com Alternative contact any member of Donagh Development Association. This is free and confidential advice and available for all whether you are a pensioner, a lone parent, a low income family etc. This project is funded by the Public Health Agency and Dept of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD).

Annual Pentecost (Whitsunday) Open-Air Ecumenical Services at Irvinestown and Castle Archdale: On Sunday 19 Mary at 3.00 pm, the Day of Pentecost, annual open-air service which has customarily been led by both Bishops of Clogher will take place this year at the Centenary Garden within the grounds of the Sacred Heart Church, Irvinestown and afterwards at St Patrick’s Parish Church, Castle Archdale. The Church of Ireland Bishop of Clogher, the Rt Revd John McDowell, and the Most Revd Dr Liam MacDaid, Roman Catholic Bishop of Clogher, will lead this special open-air service. During the service young people from the local area will lead the prayers, and the singing will be led by Irvinestown Community Choir. Bishop McDowell will deliver a talk on the Holy Spirit and the Churches. A warm invitation is extended to all to join in this occasion, and refreshments will be made available afterwards.

Parish Collection: 12.05.13: £1132.70 and €93.10. Loose change £197.20 and €33.20. Total to parish funds £1329.90 and €126.30. Vocations Collection is due. To date £669.00 and €90.00. This year we look forward to the ordination of Rev Raymond Donnelly, Monaghan; there are four other young men studying for the priesthood for the Clogher Diocese. One in Rome, the other three in Maynooth. So it is important that you do your best to support this collection.

St Joseph’s Young Priests Society Collection will be taken up this weekend at all Masses.

Newtownbutler: Moring Mass at 10.00 am except Saturday at 11.00 am for First Holy Communion.

Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm. Morning Mass on Sunday at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Saturday 18.05.13: Claire Wilson, Raymond McGloin. Sunday 19.05.13: Roisin Crudden, Brian Courtney. Saturday 25.05.13: Gerry Kearns, Martha Mohan. Sunday 26.05.13: Bernie Parker, Phil McGovern.

Anniversary Masses: Saturday 6.30 pm: James, Elizabeth, Patrick and Malachy McKiernan, Drumbroughas. Sun 11.30 am: Mary, Hugh and James Coyle and Sr Bernard Fay. Sat 6.30 pm: Vera McAdam, Kiltober Sun 11.30 am: Stephen Courtney, uncle Sean McKiernan and Grandparents Thomas and Mary Ellen McKiernan.

Donagh: . Sun Mass: 10.00 am. Evening Mass on Monday at 7.00 pm. Saturday at 11.00 am for First Holy Communion. For the rest of the week as arranged day by day.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 19.05.13: Nuala McCormack, Michael Mohan. Sunday 26.05.13: Anne McGovern, Sean Og Cadden.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 19-10.00 am: John James and Ellen Gunn, Drunmgallon. Mon 20-7.00 pm: Maurice Kelly, Conway Place. Sun 26-10.00 am: Michael and Mary McCorry, Keady. Mon 27-7.00 pm: Gerard Maguire, Keady.

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The Ascension of the Lord (C) Parish of Galloon

12 May 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Mission of the Church: The Church’s mission is meant to be rooted in prayer and service. We might pray these words of St Teresa of Avila today: Christ has no body now but yours, No hands, no feet on earth but yours. Yours are the eyes through which he looks compassion on the world. Yours are the feet with which he walks to do good. Yours are the hands with which he blesses all the world.

Saint of the Week: Tuesday 14-St Matthias Apostle: Like all the apostles was chosen to become “a witness with us of Christ’s Resurrection”.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -9.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 12.05.13-Group 3: Tara Conlon, Aoife Cadden, Shannon Talbot,

Eimear Quinn, Katie Carson, Ciara Wilson. 19.05.13-Group 1: Oisin McKeown, Declan Crudden, Niall McCabe, Donal McDaid, Nathan Beagan, Ryan Greene

The Parish Year of Faith Group this Monday night 14 May in Adoration Chapel, NTB. All welcome.

There will be NO Choir Practice on this Tuesday night.

CURA provides a range of crisis and unplanned pregnancy support and counselling services including counselling and support after an abortion, support for mothers and fathers of a new baby as well as providing a Schools Awareness Programme. All services are free, confidential and non-judgemental. The local Cura Centre is at 8 The Grange, Plantation Walk, Monaghan (telephone 00357 47 836000.

St Joseph’s Young Priests Society Monthly Meeting in the Adoration Bookshop, Donagh on this Monday 13 May after the 7.00 Mass. Everyone welcome.

Apostolate of Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration: Pope Francis has asked all of us to join him in an hour of Adoration on Sunday, 2nd June at 4.00 pm in one’s own Church or Adoration Chapel.

Fermanagh Ladies Football are having a Church Gate Collection on weekending 25 /26 May at all Masses. Please give your support.

Galloon Thursday Club Monthly Social Evening will take place on this Thursday, 16 May in Mulligan’s Lounge, Newtownbutler starting at 7.00 pm. Everyone welcome. New Members welcome also. Come and enjoy the night.

Parish Collection: 05.05.13: The Priests of the parish thank you for your offerings on 5.05.13. As well green envelopes returned with contents of £485.30 and €30.10. Loose change £131.30 and €18.80. Total to parish funds £616.50 and €48.90. Vocations Collection is due this weekend, 12.05.13. At present the Diocese has two students in Irish College, Rome (one will be ordained on Sunday 28 July). Also has four students in Maynooth so please be as generous as you can in your support of this collection.

Pray for the repose of the soul of Bernard Goldrick, Conway Place, Donagh who died suddenly during the week. May God grant him eternal rest and comfort him grieving family and friends.

Newtownbutler: Moring Mass at 10.00 am.

Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm.

Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm. Morning Mass on Sunday at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Saturday 11.05.13: Garbhan McPhillips, Shannon Courtney.

Sunday 12.05.13: Paddy Conlon, Sinead Crudden. Saturday 18.05.13: Claire Wilson, Raymond McGloin.

Sunday 19.05.13: Roisin Crudden, Brian Courtney.

Anniversary Masses: Saturday 6.30 pm: James and Sue McManus and Deceased Members of the McQuillan Family. Sunday 11.30 am: Darragh Swift, High St. Tuesday 10.00 am: The O’Brien Family, Gortgommon. Saturday 10.00 am: Thomas and Susan Murray, Starraghan. Saturday 6.30 pm: James, Elizabeth, Patrick and Malachy McKiernan, Drumbroughas. Sunday 11.30 am: Mary, Hugh and James Coyle and Sr Bernard Fay.

Donagh: . Sun Mass: 10.00 am. Evening Mass on Monday at 7.00 pm. For the rest of the week as arranged day by day.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 12.05.13: Bronagh Logan, Brendan Mulligan.

Sun 19.05.13: Nuala McCormack, Michael Mohan

Anniversary Masses: Sun 12-10.00 am: Margaret Anne Haire, Ballagh. Mon 13-7.00 pm: Josie, Alex and John McCormack and Mena Forde, Boneil. Sun 19-10.00 am: John James and Ellen Gunn, Drunmgallon. Monday 20-7.00 pm: Maurice Kelly, Conway Place.

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The Sixth Sunday of Easter (C) Parish of Galloon

5 May 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Spirit or Advocate: Jesus promises the gift of the Spirit or Advocate to his disciples. He reminds them that by keeping his commandments and following his way of love they will never be alone but draw str4ength from his abiding presence. Jesus is aware that things have happened in his ministry that the disciples do not yet understand and promises that the Spirit will be a teacher unfolding the mysteries for them.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -9.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 05.05.13-Group 2: Sarah Martin, Katie Woods, Caolfhionn Holland, Savannah Daly, Louise McElroy, Hannah McDonald. 12.05.13-Group 3: Tara Conlon, Aoife Cadden, Shannon Talbot, Eimear Quinn, Katie Carson, Ciara Wilson.

The Parish Year of Faith Group this Monday night, 7 May in Adoration Chapel, NTB. All welcome.

There will be NO Choir Practice on this Tuesday night.

Faith and Light Annual Pilgrimage to Knock is on Saturday 18 May. If anyone is wishing to travel with us the bus will cost £10.00, Special Friends travel free. If anyone wishes to have a meal on the way home it will cost £10.00. If you wish to book please telephone Kate 028 66387291/07792251079

Lough Derg Sunday rescheduled to this Sunday 5th May. We will be reflecting on the mission of Lough Derg in the context of the Year of Faith.

St Joseph’s Young Priests Society Monthly Meeting in the Adoration Bookshop, Donagh on next Monday 13 May after the 7.00 Mass. Everyone welcome.

Collectors for May: Saturday 6.30 pm: Pat McGovern, Brian Courtney, Richie McPhillips, Thomas Caughey.

Sunday 11.30 am: Patsy McDonald, Seamus McLoughlin, Kevin Kellett, Eamonn Lynch. Ladies to help to clean the Church: Una McGeough, Marie McManus, Kay McBrien, Dympna O’Harte.

Knocks Drama Group are holding their play The Maiden Aunt in the Millennium Hall, Donagh in aid of the Clubhouse Renovation Fund, on Friday 10 May at 8.00 pm. Admission £5.00. All support would be greatly appreciated.

Apostolate of Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration: Pope Francis has asked all of us to join him in an hour of Adoration on Sunday, 2nd June at 4.00 pm in one’s own Church or Adoration Chapel.

On behalf of Sister Consilio, the Staff and residents of Cuan Mhuire, Newry would like to thank all of you for your generosity of giving to their collection held some weeks ago which amounted to £445. Thank you.

Explore Away: This is a programme which provides the opportunity for young, single, men and women between the ages of 21-40, interested in exploring religious life and the priesthood in a reflective and prayerful environment. If interested in finding out when the explore Away programme offers come and joining us on Sunday, 26 May from 2-6pm in St Teresa’s Church, Clarendon Street, Dublin 2 to get a taste for what it is all about. Booking is essential contact Sr Gabrielle on 00353 87 3584447 or Fr Alan on 00353 85 7664480 to book yourself a place. Website: www.exploreaway.net and www.vocationsireland.com for more information.

The Garage Theatre, Monaghan presents The Three Tenors next Friday night 10 May at 8.00 pm. Booking: 00353 47 81597 or on line at www.garagetheatre.com and tickets also available at Monaghan VEC Office, Market St, Monaghan.

Parish Collection: 28.04.13: £972.20 and €140.60. Loose change £192.50 and €58.30. Total to parish funds £1164.70 and €198.90. Vocations Collection next weekend, 12 May 2013. Please do you best to support. Thanks

Pray for the repose of the soul of Aisling Reilly, Kilturk who died during the week. May God grant her eternal rest and comfort her grieving family and friends.

Newtownbutler: Moring Mass at 10.00 am. Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday Morning Mass at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Saturday 04.05.13: Margaret Quaile, Dearbhla McPhillips. Sunday 05.05.13: Etha McGovern, Marie Keenan. Saturday 11.05.13: Garbhan McPhillips, Shannon Courtney. unday 12.05.13: Paddy Conlon, Sinead Crudden.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Arthur Melarkey, Lurganboy Pk. Sun 11.30 am: Margaret, Tony and Charlie Sweeney, Edergole. Mon 10.00 am: Annie McAdam, Scotland. Thurs 10.00 am: Peg, Sue, Sister Catherine Murphy and Nan Maguire and Deceased Family Members. Sat 10.00 am: John McDermott, Lurganboy Pk. Sat 6.30 pm: James McManus & Deceased Members of the McQuillan Family. Sun 11.30 am: Darragh Swift, High St.

Donagh: . Sun Mass: 10.00 am. Evening Mass on Monday at 7.00 pm. For the rest of the week as arranged day by day.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 05.05.13: Sinead McCormack, Michael McDermott. Sun 12.05.13: Bronagh Logan, Brendan Mulligan.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 5 May-10.00 am: Jack and Bernard Mohan, Bohora. Mon 6-7.00 pm: Mick, Katie, Willie and Peter Paul McDermott, Moorlough. Sun 12-10.00 am: Joseph & Rebecca Haire, Ballagh.

Hillside Women’s Group are having back Marie Phelan for Old Time Dancing on Friday morning, in the Millennium Hall, Donagh from 10.30 am-12.30 pm. Everyone welcome. Admission: £3.00.

Pioneer Meeting in Donagh on this Tuesday, 7 May at 8.00 pm..

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The Fifth Sunday of Easter (C) Parish of Galloon

28 April 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Preach the Gospel at all Times: Christians have always had the problem of how to tell the world who they are. Love is the Christian identity. Jesus wants the world to recognise us as Christians. We need to evangelise and witness to people around us. But effective evangelisation and witnessing has less to do with how fluently we speak and more to do with how faithfully we live. As St Francis of Assisi told his friars, ‘Preach the gospel at all times and use words if necessary.’

Friday 3 May-First Friday. We honour the Sacred Heart. Morning Mass in Newtownbutler at 10.00 am; in Donagh at 7.00 pm.

Visitation of the Sick and Housebound: Wednesday-Camphill Park, Ports, Killaghy and Derryadd. Thursday-The Donagh area. Friday-The Town, The Islands, Drumralla, Aughnahinch, Kilgarrett, Drumboghena, Derryelvin.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -9.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 28.04.13-Group 1: Oisin McKeown, Declan Crudden, Niall McCabe, Donal McDaid, Nathan Beagan, Ryan Greene. 05.05.13-Group 2: Sarah Martin, Katie Woods, Caolfhionn Holland, Savannah Daly, Louise McElroy, Hannah McDonald.

The Parish Year of Faith Group this Monday night, 22 April in Adoration Chapel, NTB. All welcome.

Choir Practice on Tuesday night at 7.00 pm.

Lough Derg Sunday rescheduled to Sunday 5th May. We will be reflecting on the mission of Lough Derg in the context of the Year of Faith.

The Novena of Hope at the Graan is from Sunday 28 of April to Monday 6 May. Contact – The Graan

Telephone: 028 66322272.

Medjugorge Irish Centre May Pilgrimage: A few places still available on 13th May Pilgrimage £470. For full details please phone 028 82241888.

Medjugorje Irish Centre3 Grand Prize: Every month for a year we are giving away one weeks free apartment accommodation for up to 4 people. Text the word pilgrim followed by your name and county to 53030 in Ireland and 60777 in NI and UK or phone us and we can enter you into the draw for free. Contact Us for details of our 2013 pilgrimages and €280 package deals. Website: www.med-irishcentre.com Ni and UK 028 82241888. Ireland 048 82241888. Texts cost 25p.

Am Scealaiochta/Storytime – Have you an interest in your child learning Irish? If so, Libraries NI along with Naiscoil an Traonaigh are commencing every Saturday morning from 12-1.00 pm beginning Saturday 4th May. All parents with children aged 0-4 years are welcome to come along and listen to stories as Gaeilge. For further information contact Lisnaskea Library on 028 67721222.

St Patrick’s College, Maynooth Seminary Open Day on this Sunday 28 April in St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, Co Kildare begtinning at 2.30 pm. Mass at 5.00 pm followed by supper. Website: www.maynoothcollege.ie/seminary

Trocaire Collection: £6290.00 and €1290.00. The money was sent off during the week. A word of thanks to all who generously supported this years Trocaire Lenten Appeal – Any subsequent money will be held over to next year.

Pray for the repose of the soul of Margaret Franey, Beragh (sister of Hugh Pat and Paul Fitzpatrick) who died last weekend. May God grant her eternal rest and comfort her grieving family and friends.

Newtownbutler: Moring Mass at 10.00 am. Confessions: Thursday 7.00-8.00 pm; Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm

Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday Morning Mass at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Saturday 27.04.13: Catherine Conlon, Nicki Conlon. Sunday 28.04.13: Annie Leonard, Michaela Fitzpatrick. Saturday 04.05.13: Margaret Quaile, Dearbhla McPhillips. Sunday 05.05.13: Etha McGovern, Marie Keenan.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Bernie Parker, Mullnagowan. Sun 11.30 am: John and Mary Brady, Derrygennedy. Sat 10.00 am: Mary (Mamie) and Joseph Wilson, Main Street. Saturday 6.30 pm: Arthur Melarkey, Lurganboy Park. Sunday 11.30 am: Margaret, Tony and Charlie Sweeney, Edergole.

Donagh: . Sun Mass: 10.00 am. Evening Mass on Monday and Friday at 7.00 pm. Confessions for First Friday before the 7.00 pm Mass on Friday evening. For the rest of the week as arranged day by day.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 28.04.13: Jenna Connolly, Noleen Maguire. Sun 05.05.13: Sinead McCormack, Michael McDermott.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 28-10.00 am: Joe Smyth and Deceased Family, Greaghcashel. Sun 5 May-10.00 am: Jack and Bernard Mohanm, Bohora. Mon 6-7.00 pm: Mick, Katie, Willie and Peter Paul McDermott, Moorlough.

Hillside Women’s Group are having back Marie Phelan for Old Time Dancing starting on this Friday morning, 3rd May in the Millennium Hall, Donagh from 10.30 am-12.30 pm. Everyone welcome. Admission: £3.00.

Jiving Classes begin in the Millennium Hall on this Thursday 2nd May from 8.30-10.30 pm. Tutor is Mary Wray and Admission £3.00.

Yoga for Men: There is an opportunity to run a Yoga for Men Class in the Millennium hall over the next few weeks, dependent on numbers. If anyone interested in attending please ring Oliver on -028 67751913 as soon as possible.

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The Fourth Sunday of Easter (C) Parish of Galloon

21 April 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Good Shepherd Sunday: ‘The sheep that belong to me listen to my voice; I know them and they follow me,’

says Jesus. He knows who we are, and he also knows what we are capable of. The First Reading today reminds us that we are called to be ‘a light for the nations.’ We all have our gifts, our strengths and our special calling, and our own unique role to play.

Today we Pray for Vocations that those who are called by the Lord will follow in faith the call of their shepherd.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -9.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 21.04-Group 3: Tara Conlon, Aoife Cadden, Shannon Talbot, Eimear Quinn, Katie Carson, Ciara Wilson. 28.04-Group 1: Oisin McKeown, Declan Crudden, Niall McCabe, Donal McDaid, Nathan Beagan, Ryan Greene.

Confirmation Day in the Parish went very well. Our thanks to the children, their sponsors, parents and families; a special word of thanks to the teachers, nice to see so many of them present. A special word of thanks to the choir, their efforts enhanced the liturgy in a special way. We acknowledge also the altar servers and those who prepared them. It’s nice when everything falls into place, a tribute to everyone. Thank you.

Trocaire Collection: Last call for your contribution – today £5991.00 and €1239.00. The money will be sent off this week. Our thanks to all who supported this year’s Trocaire appeal. Last year’s Trocaire collection was £6578.50 and €859.00.

The Parish Year of Faith Group this Monday night, 22 April in Adoration Chapel, NTB. All welcome.

Choir Practice on Tuesday night at 7.00 pm.

Special Mass will be held on Friday 26 April in St Mary’s Church, NTB for the celebration of Fr King’s 70th Birthday, followed by Social in the Parish Hall, Newtownbutler.

Faith and Light Monthly Fiesta this Sunday 21 April in the Pastoral Centre, Newtownbutler at 3.00 pm. Annual Pilgrimage to Knock is on Saturday 18 May. If anyone is wishing to travel with us the bus will cost £10.00, Special Friends travel free. If anyone wishes to have a meal on the way home it will cost £10.00. If you wish to book please telephone Kat 028 66387291/07792251079

Day Retreat in Honour of Jesus the Divine Mercy in Convent of Mercy, Mount Lourdes School, Belmore St, Enniskillen on Saturday 27 April 2013. Main Speaker: Fr Cathal Price and Divine Mercy Group, Dublin. Registration at 9.30 am. Retreat from 10.00 am-5.30 pm finishing with Holy Mass. Please bring pack lunch. Admission: £12.00 or €12.00. Please book a place by contacting Donal on 07786634551 or Dermot on 07926747169.

Lough Derg Sunday: Next Sunday 28 April has been designated Lough Derg Sunday in the diocese of Clogher. We will be reflecting on the mission of Lough Derg in the context of the Year of Faith.

The Novena of Hope at the Graan is from Sunday 28 of April to Monday 6 May. Contact – The Graan

Telephone: 028 66322272.

Galloon Ramblers next strenuous walk on Sunday 5 May Cavan Walking Festival, Cootehill, 16Km Walk. Meeting at the Community Centre, NTB at 9.00 am sharp. Good footwear is a must and a change of footwear. Bring refreshments and packed lunch for yourself. We would like a good turnout please.

St Mary’s Primary School is having a collection of good quality second hand clothing suitable for re-use of Men’s, Women’s, Children’s clean clothing, paired shoes, handbags, belts, curtains and bed linen. If anyone wants to clear their wardrobes now is the time and support are school funds. All black bags to be left at St Mary’s PS, Newtownbutler by Wednesday 24 April before 11.00 am.

Elklan-Let talk to under 5’s. This 7 week course is in Newtownbutler Community Centre starting on next Tuesday 23 April at 7.00 to 9.00 pm. This will give you lots of ideas to encourage your child’s speech and language development. If you would like to book your place please contact the Sure Start office on 028 67738063. Booking is essential.

Cook it organised by Sure Start in NTB Community Centre starting 1st May for 6 weeks 7.30-9.30 pm. Please contact Patricia 028 67738063 and book your place. All free-Sure Start provides everything so why not join.

Hypnobirthing in Community Centre on Wednesday 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th June from 6.30 pm-9.30 pm. Please contact Sure Start 67738063 and book your place. Booking is essential.

NTB Ladies Gaelic Football Club have been chosen by LGFA, Croke Park to host an exciting new programme called Gaelic 4 Girls starting on Saturday 27 April from 10.00-11.00 am in the Parish Hall for 8 weeks. Open to all girls from P5 to 1st year. It introduces girls to football in a fun environment. Participants get a G4G t-shirt and a certificate on completion. Cost £8.00. Co-ordinators:- Rosaleen 07900510202 and Marie: 07745126332 for full information about this.

Parish Collection: 14.04.13: £903.60 and €103.40. Loose change £147.20 and €41.80. Total to parish funds £1050.80 and €145.20.

Newtownbutler: Moring Mass at 10.00 am. Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday Morning Mass at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Saturday 20.04.13: Gerry Kearns, Martha Mohan. Sunday 21.04.13: Bernie Parker, Phil McGovern. Saturday 27.04.13: Catherine Conlon, Nicki Conlon. Sunday 28.04.13: Annie Leonard, Michaela Fitzpatrick.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: John and Kathleen Fitzpatrick, Ballywillen. Sunday 11.30 am: Arthur and Josephine Keenan, Cornavray. Sat 10.00 am: Hugh Reilly, Kilnacran. Sat 6.30 pm: Bernie Parker, Mullnagowan. Sun 11.30 am: John and Mary Brady, Derrygennedy.

Donagh: Evening Mass on Monday at 7.00 pm. Sun Mass: 10.00 am. For the rest of the week as arranged day by day.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 21.04.13: Catriona Curran, Cassie Cadden. Sun 28.04.13: Jenna Connolly, Noleen Maguire

Anniversary Masses: Sun 21-10.00 am: Sean McElgunn, Kilturk. Mon 22-7.00 pm: The Clerkin Family & Johnnie Donaghy, Tonnaboy. Sun 28-10.00 am: Joe Smyth and Deceased Family, Greaghcashel.

St Vincent de Paul Society Monthly Collection will be taken up at all Masses this weekend

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The Third Sunday of Easter (C) Parish of Galloon

14 April 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

We are Blessed: We may not always recognise Jesus and the various ways he is present in our lives. When things are going badly, we can sometimes forget to pray for strength and help. On the other hand, when things are going well and our nets are full, so to speak, how often do we give thanks and acknowledge how blesse4d we are?

Mass Servers: 14.04.13-Group 2: Sarah Martin, Katie Woods, Caolfhionn Holland, Savannah Daly, Hannah McDonald, Louise McElroy. 21.04.13-Group 3: Tara Conlon, Aoife Cadden, Shannon Talbot, Eimear Quinn, Katie Carson, Ciara Wilson.

Confirmation Day: This Tuesday 16 April we welcome our Bishop. Dr Liam MacDaid will administer the Sacrament of Confirmation to the P7 Classes in St Mary’s PS, Newtownbutler and St Joseph’s PS, Donagh at a special Confirmation Mass at 6.00 pm. Confirmation day is always a big day in the parish. As we welcome our Bishop, we pray that those confirmed will received the fullness of the Spirit and His many Gifts, along with their families and their parish community. Our two new converts will also be confirmed and with the children they also will receive the fullness of the Spirit. We congratulate you all.

Trocaire Collection: Have you given to Trocaire yet? This is the second last call. All contributions to be in by next Sunday 21 April. To date £4739.00 and €889.00. A special word of thanks to the children of our schools who gave up so much during Lent to help the Trocaire appeal.

The Parish Year of Faith Group this Monday night, 15 April in Adoration Chapel, NTB. All welcome.

Galloon Thursday Club Monthly Social Evening take place on this Thursday night, 18 April in Mulligan’s Lounge, Newtownbutler starting at 7.00 pm. Everyone welcome. Why not become a member.

Faith and Light Monthly Fiesta will not take place this weekend but will be held next Sunday 21 April in the Pastoral Centre, Newtownbutler at 3.00 pm. Annual Pilgrimage to Knock is on Saturday 18 May. If anyone is wishing to travel with us the bus will cost £10.00, Special Friends travel free. If anyone wishes to have a meal on the way home it will cost £10.00. If you wish to book please telephone Kat 028 66387291/07792251079

Church Gate Collection for Ladies and underage Football on this weekend, 13th/14th April 2013.

Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration Pilgrimage to Knock on Saturday 20th April: All Eucharistic Apostolates in Ireland are invited to this special Day of Prayer, Adoration and workshops. This is the very first Day of Pilgrimage of the Association and it is hoped that it will be an annual event. The Papal Nuncio Archbishop Brown will celebrate Mass. We call on as many Eucharistic Adorers as possible to attend. There will be a number of buses going to Knock from the Diocese. If you are interested in going by bus the Contact numbers are Philomena McGovern 67738451 and Rosaleen Lynch 07900510202/67723302 lynchrosaleen@yahoo.com. Cost £13 or €15 for bus.

Pope John Paul II Award 2013/14 Meting for all participants in New Parish Pastoral Centre on this Monday 15 April at 8.00 pm. Please bring record cards.

The Novena of Hope at the Graan is from Sunday 28 of April to Monday 6 May. Sunday services are 9.00 am, 10.30 am, 12 noon and 4.00 pm. Weekdays at 12.30 pm and 8.00 pm, except Wednesday which is at 11.00 am and 8.00 pm. Saturday 4 May Mass at 11.00 am and 6.30 pm. In addition, there are services for the sick on Wednesday 1st and Saturday 4th at 2.30 pm. Contact – The Graan Telephone: 028 66322272.

Galloon Ramblers next strenuous walk on Sunday 21 April at Mullaghmore Beach/Cliff Walk leaving Community Centre, NTB at 9.00 am sharp. Good footwear/refreshments. Normal Sunday walks – no change leaving Community Centre at 1.00 pm sharp.

Parish Collection: 31.4.13: £1187.20 and €176.20. Loose change £358.20 and €78.30. Total to parish funds £1545.40 and €245.50.

Pray for the repose of the souls of Frank Little, England (brother of Eugene and Kevin) who died last Sunday and Josie Coughlin, London (sister of Jimmy Fawcett who died during the week. May God grant them eternal rest and comfort their grieving families and friends.

Newtownbutler: No Morning Mass on Tuesday. For the rest of the week at 10.00 am. Evening Mass on Tuesday at 6.00 pm. Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday Morning Mass at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 13.04.13: Claire Wilson, Raymond McGloin, Sun 14.04.13: Roisin Crudden, Brian Courtney. Saturday 20.04.13: Gerry Kearns, Martha Mohan. Sunday 21.04.13: Bernie Parker, Phil McGovern.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: John and Eileen O’Keefe, Lurganboy Pk. Sun 11.30 am: Seamus Quaile, Derryanna. Tues 6.00 pm: Confirmation Mass. Sat 10.00 am: The Murray Family, Derrykenny. Sat 6.30 pm: John and Kathleen Fitzpatrick, Ballywillen. Sunday 11.30 am: Arthur and Josephine Keenan, Cornavray.

Donagh: Evening Mass on Monday at 7.00 pm. Sun Mass: 10.00 am. For the rest of the week as arranged day by day. Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 14.04.13: Elizabeth McCormack, Ashling McDermott. Sun 21.04.13: Catriona Curran, Cassie Cadden.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 14-10.00 am: The Kearns Family. Mon 15-7.00 pm: The Carey Family, Lettergreen. Sun 21-10.00 am: Sean McElgunn, Kilturk. Mon 22-7.00 pm: The Clerkin Family & Johnnie Donaghy, Tonnaboy.

St Vincent de Paul Society Monthly Collection will be taken up at all Masses next weekend.

Thank you to all the Knitters of the Easter Chicks and to St Pat’s Ladies for accommodation their sale. Sum raised £92 for the Well Project in Ngulutu Village in Kitui, Kenya, Africa.

St Pat’s GFC are hosting “Not So” Strictly Come Dancing in the Share Centre on Friday 19th and Saturday 20 April. Tickets are £15.00 and although Friday night is sold out, there are still a few tickets available for the Saturday night show.

Any of these remaining tickets can be purchased in the club committee rooms this Sunday from 7.00 pm.

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The Second Sunday of Easter (C) Divine Mercy Sunday Parish of Galloon

7 April 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

The Risen Christ: In this Year of Faith we are called to reflect on the mystery of our encounter with the Risen Christ. As the Church journeys, we are each on our own faith journey too. Are we like the disciples hiding in fear? Are we full of joy at an encounter with the Lord, or are we, like Thomas, wracked with doubt? Whatever happens and whatever is to come, it is important that we continue to engage with our faith, to reflect and to journey together.

Feast of Divine Mercy connects Good Friday with Easter Sunday, and it reminds us that the mercy of God is found in the Cross of Jesus Christ. Sins are forgiven because of the Cross. But it was not enough that Our Lord went to the Cross; if he did not rise from the dead, we would not be able to rise to new and everlasting life.

Priests Forum takes place this week in the Manor House Hotel. Most Priests of the Diocese will be attending. We ask the people for their prayers for its success.

Mass Servers: 07.04.13-Group 1: Oisin McKeown, Declan Crudden, Niall McCabe, Donal McDaid, Nathan Beagan, Ryan Greene. 14.04.13-Group 2: Sarah Martin, Katie Woods, Caolfhionn Holland, Savannah Daly, Hannah McDonald, Louise McElroy.

Trocaire Boxes: Proceeds from your Trocaire Boxes are due to day, Easter Sunday 31st). Please put contents of boxes into notes in so far as possible and use the envelope provided in your box of envelopes marked Trocaire. Despite recession we look forward to your generosity

The Parish Year of Faith Group recommencing this Monday night, 8 April in Adoration Chapel, Newtownbutler following the successful Lenten Course. Everyone welcome.

New Envelopes for this year 2013/14 begins on next Sunday 7 April. It is hoped that everyone will have got their new box of envelopes. We noticed that the first envelope is for Trocaire, which should have been last Sunday. This meant that Trocaire Collection was well down on last year. It is hoped that you will use your Trocaire envelope over the next couple of weeks, making your contribution as generous as possible. If you have not got your new envelopes check on table at the back of the Churches; if not there get in touch with the Parish Office-opening hours at top of bulletin.

Newtownbutler CCE Annual Concert featuring local and All-Ireland talent on Friday, 12th April starting at 8.00 pm. A great night of music, song and dance not to be missed. Admission: £5.00.

Cura provides a range of crisis and unplanned pregnancy support and counselling services including counselling and support after an abortion, support for mothers and fathers of a new baby as well as providing a Schools Awareness Programme. All services are free, confidential and non-judgemental. The local Cura Centre is at 8 The Grange, Plantation Walk, Monaghan, Telephone 00353 47 83600.

Church Gate Collection for Ladies and underage Football on next weekend, 13th/14th April 2013.

Newtownbutler Ladies registration Night takes place in the Community Centre on this Tuesday 9th of April at 8pm. Juvenile fee for the year-£12, Seniors-£25, Committee members £20.Could all players and members please attend?

There will be a number of buses going to Knock from the Diocese. If you are interested in going by bus the Contact numbers are Philomena McGovern 67738451 and Rosaleen Lynch 07900510202/67723302 lynchrosaleen@yahoo.com.

Cost £13 or €15 for bus.

Faith and Light Fiesta will take place in St Mary’s Church, Newtownbutler on Sunday 21 April 2013 at 3.00 pm.

Parish Collection: 31.4.13: £1187.20 and €176.20. Loose change £358.20 and €78.30. Total to parish funds £1545.40 and €245.50.

Pray for the repose of the souls of Annie McAdam, nee Wilson, Scotland (sister of Philip Wilson, Lurganboy Park who died recently. May God grant her eternal rest and comfort her grieving families and friends.

Newtownbutler: No Morning Mass on Monday or Friday of this week. For the rest of the week at 10.00 am. Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday Morning Mass at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Saturday 06.04.13: Garbhan McPhillips, Shannon Courtney. Sunday 07.04.13: Paddy Conlon, Sinead Crudden. Saturday 13.04.13: Claire Wilson, Raymond McGloin, Sunday 14.04.13: Roisin Crudden, Brian Courtney.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Eugene and Mary McManus, Lurganboy Park. Sun 11.30 am: Dot and Eddie McGovern, Mullaghboy. Fri 7.30 pm: Month’s Mind Maureen Nicholl, Legmacaffrey. Sat 10.00 am: Terence, Elizabeth and John Caughey, Mullnagowan. Sat 6.30 pm: John and Eileen O’Keefe, Lurganboy Park. Sun 11.30 am: Seamus Quaile, Derryanna.

Donagh: Evening Mass on Monday at 7.00 pm. Sun Mass: 10.00 am. For the rest of the week as arranged day by day.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 07.04.13: Siobhan McCormack, Genevieve Crudden. Sun 14.04.13: Elizabeth McCormack,

Ashling McDermott.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 7-10.00 am: Aiden McCarron, Donagh Hill. Mon 8-7.00 pm: Dick Crudden, Kilnacran. Sun 14-10.00 am: The Kearns Family. Mon 15-7.00 pm: The Carey Family, Lettergreen.

St Joseph’s Young Priests Society Monthly Meeting will take place on this

Monday, 8 April after the 7.00 pm Mass in Adoration Bookshop, Donagh. All welcome.

Pioneer Meeting in Donagh on this Tuesday night, 9 April at 8.00 pm.

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Palm Sunday Parish of Galloon 24 March 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

On the Sunday before the feast, known now as Palm Sunday, the Roman Governor, Pontias Pilate, rode into Jerusalem, seated on his magnificent horse, along with a large garrison of cavalry and foot soldiers. People would have come out to witness the pageantry of it: thousands of soldiers with weapons, golden eagles mounted on poles, the beating of drum…. On Palm Sunday Jesus also entered Jerusalem, from the other side of the city, seated on a donkey. This was not a coincidence; this procession was planned in advance and carefully7 thought out. The Reign of Jesus was to be a reign of peace that would banish chariots, war horses and battle bows; this reign would be from sea to sea, to the ends of the earth. Jesus intended his procession – which today we would call a counterdemonstration’ – to contrast the two reigns, The Reign of God and The Reign of Caesar, two very different visions of life on earth. Peter McVerry SJ.

Palms blessed at all Masses – In Donagh the people assemble in the Community Centre at 9.45 am for the blessing of Palm. Procession from there to the Church for Mass at 10.00 am. In Newtownbutler people to assemble in the school at 11.15 am for the blessing of Palm and the procession from there to Church for Mass at 11.30 am via the car park.

Thursday 28th-Holy Thursday: The Mass of Chrism celebrated by the Bishop

with his Priests is the only Mass in the Diocese this morning. The holy oils are

blessed and priests renew their commitment to their ministry. (This Mass is in

the Cathedral in Monaghan at 11.00 am and all are invited to join – if you are free

Thursday morning why not come along). Lent ends at sunset today, when the

Easter Triduum begins. The Mass of the Lord’s Supper this evening marks the

Last Supper, followed by the Agony in Gethsemane. Evening Mass of the Lord’s

Supper in both Churches at 8.00 pm followed by the procession of the Blessed

Sacrament to the Altar of Repose. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until 11.00 pm. An opportunity for family to spend some time in the present of the Blessed Sacrament to watch and pray with the Lord.

Friday 29th-Good Friday: (Catholics aged between 18 and 60 fast today. All over 14 abstain from meat). Mass is not celebrated. At the Celebration of the Lord’s Passion, the death of Jesus is recalled and the cross venerated. Many Catholics also pray the Stations of the Cross which trace the journey of Jesus to Calvary. Celebration of the Lord’s Passion in both Churches at 3.00 pm. Ceremonies include Scriptures Readings, Veneration of the Cross and Holy Communion. Saturday 30th-Holy Saturday: Mass is not celebrated during daylight hours today. The Easter Vigil takes place tonight, honouring the resurrection of Jesus. The new light of East is blessed, baptism is recalled and the first Mass of Easter is celebrated. The Easter Vigil begins in both Churches at 8.00 pm. Please gather outside the Church for the blessing of the Paschal

Fire and Easter Candle. The Mass Servers and the Priest lead the way into the Church, followed by the people for the Liturgy of the Word, the Liturgy of Baptism and the Mass of the Resurrection. Easter Water (blessed during the Liturgy) will be available at the door of the Church. The Holy Saturday Liturgy is the high-point of the Church’s year. Not an optional extra. It is at the heart of Christian Worship and Living. A night not to be missed. May he who said, “See I am risen and am with you” bring you much happiness and joy.

Happy Easter everyone.

Mary of Magdala, like all of us, had to deal with personal sin and the fact

of death. When she came that day to the tomb and found it empty, we can

only imagine what went through her mind, what she experienced in the depth

of her heart. She like Simon Peter and John would be tested in faith, but not

for long, for all three eventually came to understand that Jesus had been raised

from the dead. Risen and loving Lord, deepen our faith in your presence among us today. May we understand more fully your presence among and within us. In facing our sin and the mystery of death, give us the gift of faith and hope.

Eucharistic Ministers are asked to help on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Confessions for Easter: Monday of Holy Week before and after the 7.00 pm Mass in Donagh; in Newtownbutler before and after the 7.00 pm Mass on Wednesday, after the ceremonies on Thursday and Friday and from 12.00 to 1.00 pm on Saturday.

Evening Lenten Masses in Newtownbutler on Wednesday at 7.00 pm. There will be No Morning Mass on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday in Newtownbutler. In Donagh on Monday at 7.00 pm.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30-10.30pm;

Tuesday 10.00 am -10.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers 24.03.2013- Group 2: Sarah Martin, Katie Woods, Caolfhionn Holland, Savannah Daly, Hannah McDonald, Louise McElroy. 31.03.2013-Group 3: Tara Conlon, Aoife, Cadden, Shannon Talbot, Eimear Quinn, Katie Carson, Ciara Wilson.

Trocaire Boxes: Proceeds from your Trocaire Boxes due next Sunday (Easter Sunday 31st). Please put contents of boxes into notes in so far as possible and use the envelope provided in your box of envelopes marked Trocaire. Despite recession we look forward to your generosity.

New Envelopes for this year 2032/14 begins on Sunday 7 April. We hope to have them delivered in time for the first Sunday of April. If you are new in the parish, or new in receipt of an income please let us know so that we can get a box of envelopes to you. We all have an obligation in charity to support the parish, the diocese and its priests. We suggested to parishioners to set up a Standing Orders in favour of the parish. This is a live option – it would cut down on the number of envelopes and make bookkeeping much easier. Why not consider it. Details from parish office and opening hours are advertised at the top of bulletin.

Pope John Paul 11 20133/14: A meeting for ALL participants will be held in the Parish Pastoral Centre, Newttownbutler on this Monday 25 Mar4ch at 8.00 pm. Please bring your record cards. A word of congratulations to the three recipients of 2012/13 Pope John-Paul 11 Award from our parish, Galloon: Ashleen McDermott, Crom Road, Carmel McQuaid and Orlaith Lynch. Thank you to Fr King and Canon Murphy and to you, the parishioners, for your help and encouragement to them. The Award ceremony was held in the Slieve Russell Hotel, Ballyconnell. 157 young people from the Diocese attended accompanied by their parents or family members, to receive their Awards from Bishop Liam MacDaid. John McAreavey, who was guest speaker, spoke about the real meaning of love.

Clogher don Oige, St Michael’s Parish, Enniskillen Flower Festival in St Michael’s Church, Enniskillen on Thursday 4th and Friday 5th April ’13 from 11.00 am – 8.00 pm; Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th April from 2.00-8.00 pm. Contact for further details: Clogher don Oige: 00353 4772784 or St Michael’s Parish Office: 028 6632 2075.

St Eugene’s College, Roslea will hold the Annual Variety Show on Wednesday, 27 March at 8.00 pm. Admission £5. All welcome.

Parish Collection 17.03.13: £1366.10 and €89.20. Loose change £242.30 and €49.60. Total to parish funds and £1608.40 and €138.80.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Catherine Gunn, Enniskillen (cousin of Marion and Gerard Nicholl, Legmacaffrey, and Geraldine Cunningham, Lisnashillida). May God grant her eternal rest and comfort her grieving family and friends.

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am on Monday and Tuesday. Evening Mass: Wednesday at 7.00 pm

Holy Thursday at 8.00 pm. Good Friday Ceremonies at 3.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday evening at 8.00 pm. Sunday Morning Mass at 11.30 am.

Confessions: Wednesday before and after Evening Mass, after the ceremonies on Thursday and Friday and Saturday 12.00.1.00 pm.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 23.03.13: Catherine Conlon, Nicki Conlon. Sun 24.03.13: Annie Leonard, Michaela Fitzpatrick. Sat 30.03.13: Margaret Qualie, Dearbhla McPhillips. Sun 31.03.13: Ethna McGovern, Marie Keenan. Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Gerry Graham and Deceased Family Members, Lurganboy Park. Sun 11.30 am: Bob West and Deceased Family Members, Lehinch. Wed 7.00 pm: Mary Conlon, Lurganboy Park. Sat 8.00 pm: James Lewis, Galloon Gardens. Sun 11.30 am: John Billy Wilson,

Donagh: Evening Mass on Monday and Thursday at 8.00 pm. Good Friday Ceremonies at 3.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday evening at 8.00 pm. Sunday morning at 10.00 am. For the rest of the week arranged day by day.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 24.03.13: Nuala McCormack, Michael Mohan. Sun 31.03.13: Anne McGovern, Sean Og Cadden.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 24-10.00 am: James & Kathleen Gleeson, Cloughagaddy. Mon 25-7.00 pm: Owen McCabe and Deceased Family, Adrian Heights. Sat 30-8.00 pm: William & Damien Seaman, Drumgallon. Sun 31-10.00 am: Noelle Mohan.

Irish Language Collection for the Fermanagh County Board will be taken up at Both Masses in Donagh at Easter weekend.

Kids Disco in Clubhouse on Holy Thursday Evening from 6-8.00 pm, everyone welcome with some Easter prizes up for grabs. St Pat’s Ladies are holding a Cake Sale on Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday after Mass in the Millennium Hall, Donagh.

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Fifth Sunday of Lent and St Patrick’s Day (C) Parish of Galloon

17 March 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

St Patrick: A man of great faith and strong feet. But Patrick was above all a man of prayer. In his own words “The love of God and the fear of him increased more and more and my faith grew and my spirit was stirred up, so that in a single day I prayed as often as a hundred times and by night almost as frequently, even while I was in the woods or on the mountains”.

Evening Masses for Lent: Newtownbutler- Wednesday and Friday at 7.00 pm. Donagh-Monday and Thursday at 7.00 pm.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm. Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -9.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Next Sunday is Palm Sunday: Palms will be blessed at all Masses. In Donagh people are asked to assemble in the Community Centre by 9.45 for blessing and procession to Church for 10.00 am Mass; in Newtownbutler all assemble in the school for blessing and procession at 11.15 am for 11.30 am Mass.

Mass Servers: 17.03.13-Group 1: Oisin McKeown, Declan Crudden, Niall McCabe, Donal McDaid, Nathan Beagan, Ryan Greene.

24.03.12-Group 2: Sarah Martin, Katie Woods, Caolfhionn Holland, Savannah Daly, Hannah McDonald, Louise McElroy.

Talk and Reflections for Lent: St Michael’s College, Enniskillen Tues 19 March from 7.30 – 9.00 pm. This week’s theme-Renewal of faith in a new era. Speakers Brenda O’Brien and David Quinn from Irish Catholic.

Choir Practice on each Tuesday night starting at 7.00 pm and ending at 8.00 pm.

Mass Cards, Mass Bouquets and Easter Bouquets are available from the Parish Office.

World Youth Day 2013: Two young parishioners, Orlaith Lynch and Lisa Fitzpatrick are travelling to WYD in Rio de Janerio, this July, representing the Parish of Galloon. The cost of the trip is £1750 each. They would appreciate any loose change you have to spare. Please place in box at back of church.

Family Health Fair, Cherish Sure Start, in the Community Centre, Newtownbutler on Saturday 23 March 10.00-1.00 pm. Health Checks/Surestart/Lifestart/Health Info/Pharmacist/Spot prizes and many more activities and stands. All welcome, free admission.

The Money Advice Services-Free Money Advice: Because it doesn’t grow on trees – March 21 from 9.15 am-1.00 pm. Book a free confidential appointment with the Money Adviser in conjunction with Cherish Surestart, The Old Court House, NTB. Info on Budgeting to safe, credit and borrowing mortgages, pensions, insurance and unbiased money advice. Booking Essential: Telephone 028 67738063-Mary McMahon.

Clogher don Óige Festival of Flowers will officially open at 3.00 pm on Thursday, 4 April at St Michael’s Church, Enniskillen and run from 4th-7th April. Contact fro further details: Clogher don Oige3: 00353 4772784 or St Michael’s Parish Office: 028 6632 2075. E-mail: enniskillenflowerfestival@clogherdonoige.com This will be the major fund-raising venture for members who will be attending World Youth Day in Rio de Janeiro this summer.

Community Reminiscence Classes continue in Newtownbutler and Donagh continues this week. Donagh class is on Wednesday night at 8.00 pm in the Millennium Hall and in the Community Centre, Newtownbutler on Thursday nights at 8.00 pm. A study of townlands and baptismal records of the late 1800s will be looked at each week. Come along if you have an interest in local history and help build an archive of your area.

Cake Icing Demonstration in the Community Centre, Newtownbutler on this Thursday 21 March at 8.00 pm. Refreshments and prizes on the night. Fee £10.00.

Galloon Thursday Club Monthly social evening takes place this Thursday night 21 March in Mulligan’s Lounge, Newtownbutler starting at 7.00 pm. Everyone welcome.

Galloon Ramblers will have a General Meeting on this Tuesday, 19 March at 7.00 pm in the Community Centre, Newtown butler. All members are asked to please attend.

Trad Session in Flynn’s Bar, Belturbet on this Sunday 17 March commencing at 8.00 pm. All levels of musicians, singers, storytellers, etc. welcome. Spread the word! Comhaltas Beal Tairbgirt.

Parish Collection: 10.03.13: £985.20 and €99.10. Loose change £186.30 and €56.10.Total to parish funds £1071.50 and €155.20

Pray for the repose of the souls of Maureen Nicholl, Legmacaffrey who died last Sunday and Francie Naan, Belfast (formerly of Aughnahinch) who died during the week.. May God grant them eternal rest and comfort their grieving families and friends.

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am except Wednesday and Friday. Evening Mass: Wednesday and Friday at 7.00 pm. Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday Morning Mass at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 16.03.13: Gerry Kearns, Martha Mohan. Sun 17.03.13: Bernie Parker, Phil McGovern. Sat 23.03.13: Catherine Conlon, Nicki Conlon. Sun 24.03.13: Annie Leonard, Michaela Fitzpatrick.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Pat & Mary Johnston, Galloon Gardens. Sun 11.30 am: Richard Woods, Cullion. Tuesday 10.00 am: James Cadden, Main St. Friday 7.00 pm: John Joe McManus, Derrykerrib. Saturday 10.00 am: Anita Fitzpatrick, Clonaroo. Saturday 6.30 pm: Gerry Graham & Deceased Family Members, Lurganboy Pk. Sun 11.30 am: Bob West and Deceased Family Members, Lehinch.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday & Thursday at 7.00 pm. For the rest of week as arranged from day to day. Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 17.03.13: Bronagh Logan, Brendan Mulligan. Sun 24.03.13: Nuala McCormack, Michael Mohan.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 17-10.00 am: Sean McMahon, Donagh Cottage. Mon 18-7.00 pm: Percy and Susan McGowan, Lisnaskea. Sun 24-10.00 am: James and Kathleen Green, Cloughagaddy.

St Vincent de Paul Society Monthly Collection at all Masses this weekend.

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The Third Sunday of Lent (C) Parish of Galloon

10 March 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Sinners and Outcasts are at ease with Jesus: This famous parable is told by Jesus in response to the complaints of Pharisees and scribes who are vexed that tax collectors and sinners are seeking the company of Jesus. ‘You can tell a lot about a person by their friends’ the maxim goes. But it all depends on how you look at people. Where his opponents saw sinners, Jesus saw people who were lost, where they saw a dead end Jesus saw the road leading to redemption and the loving embrace of a father welcoming back the son who was lost.

Today is Mother’s Day: We wish all mothers a Happy Mother’s Day.

Evening Masses for Lent: Newtownbutler- Wednesday and Friday at 7.00 pm. Donagh-Monday and Thursday at 7.00 pm.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm. Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -9.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 10.03.13-Group 3: Tara Conlon, Aoife Cadden, Shannon Talbot, Eimear Quinn, Katie Carson, Ciara Wilson. 17.03.13-Group 1: Oisin McKeown, Declan Crudden, Niall McCabe, Donal McDaid, Nathan Beagan, Ryan Greene.

Talks and Reflections for Lent: St Michael’s College, Enniskillen Tues 12 March from 7.30 – 9.00 pm. Speakers from the Clogher Diocese. Theme: Our Faith Journey: On our Way in Clogher. Also meetings on the Friday nights of Lent in our Parish Pastoral Centre from 8.00-10.00 pm.

First Confessions for all Children of St Mary’s Primary School, Newtownbutler on this Monday night at 7.00 pm; for all the children of St Joseph’s Primary School, Donagh on this Wednesday night at 7.00 pm. We remember the children and their families in our prayers.

Choir Practice on each Tuesday night starting at 7.00 pm and ending at 8.00 pm.

Mass Cards, Mass Bouquets and Easter Bouquets are available from the Parish Office.

Special Celebrations for St Patrick at Lough Derg will take place on Sunday 17 March from 11.00 am-3.00 pm. Boats will run from 10.00 am. Lunch will be provided at 12.00 noon. Mass will be celebrated at 2.00 pm. Speakers: Bishop Joseph Duffy and Rev Tom Hamill (Armagh)

Diocese of Clogher Lourdes Pilgrimage from Saturday 6 – Thursday 11 July 2013 led by Bishop Liam MacDaid D.D. Total price €735 (or sterling equivalent at time of payment) which covers Coach transfer to and from Belfast International airport. Belfast/Lourdes return air transportation, five night’s accommodation in Lourdes based in sharing twin bedded rooms with facilities, meals insurance and airport tax. Full assistance of a Pilgrimages Abroad representative. To book invalid places contact Canon Joseph Mullin PP, Lisnaskea, Tel No 028 677 21342. To book pilgrim places please contact P J McGilly, Pilgrimage Secretary, 27 Kidds Road, Drumsastry, Newtownbutler, Co Fermanagh BT92 8ED, Tel No. 028 677 37850 or download Booking Form and Medical Questionnaire from www.clogherlourdes.com. Please note: Invalid places are limited and need to be confirmed as soon as possible.

St Mary’s Primary School, NTB are having a Book Fair this week from Monday 11th to Thursday 14th March inclusive open from 2.00-4.00 pm each day. Everyone welcome to come and purchase a book and support our school.

Community Reminiscence Classes: The 6 week community reminiscence classes in Newtownbutler and Donagh continues this week. Donagh class is on Wednesday night at 8.00 pm in the Millennium Hall and in the Community Centre, Newtownbutler on Thursday nights at 8.00 pm. A study of townlands and baptismal records of the late 1800s will be looked at each week. Come along if you have an interest in local history and help build an archive of your area.

Parish Collection: 03.03.13: The Priests of Parish thank you for you offerings on 3.03.13. Also white envelopes returned £241.30 and €30.20. Loose change £162.40 and €60.70.Total to parish funds £403.70 and €90.90.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 09.03.13: Claire Wilson, Raymond McGloin. Sun 10.03.13: Roisin Crudden, Brian Courtney. Sat 16.03.13: Gerry Kearns, Martha Mohan. Sun 17.03.13: Bernie Parker, Phil McGovern.

Anniversary Masses. Sat 6.30 pm: Carmel, Donal & parents Annie and Patrick O’Harte, Clonmaulin. Sun 11.30 am: Eugene & Mary Brady, Lurganboy rk. Mon 10.00 am: Finbar, Maura, Joseph,& Pat Byrne & June and Michael O’Sullivan, Cork. 10.00 am: James Cadden, Main St. Friday 7.00 pm: Cathleen Keenan & Deceased Family Members, Drummurl. Sat 10.00 am: Dessie and Eileen Courtney, Clones Road. Sat 6.30 pm: Pat & Mary Johnston, Galloon Gardens. Sunday 11.30 am: Richard Woods, Cullion.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday & Thursday at 7.00 pm. For the rest of week as arranged from day to day. Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 10.03.13: Sinead McCormack, Michael McDermott. Sun 17.03.13: Bronagh Logan, Brendan Mulligan.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 10-10.00 am: Johnnie Cadden, Adrian Heights. Mon 11-7.00 pm: Benny & Teresa Mohan, Moorlough. Thurs 14-7.00 pm: Fr James Mohan. Sun 17-10.00 am: Sean McMahon, Donagh Cottage. Mon 18-7.00 pm: Percy & Susan McGowan, Lisnaskea.

St Vincent de Paul Society Monthly Collection at all Masses this weekend.

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The Third Sunday of Lent (C) Parish of Galloon

3 March 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

The Gift of Lent: The image of the fruitless tree is a call to take a look at our lives and allow our comfortable lives to be disturbed by the gospel message. When the man comes looking for fruit on the fig tree what will he find? The call to follow Jesus is not an easy one. We need to look at ways to bring peace, hope, love and justice into our communities every day. We use the gift of Lent as an opportunity to identify areas where we can produce more fruit.

Evening Masses for Lent: Newtownbutler- Wednesday and Friday at 7.00 pm. Donagh-Monday and Thursday at 7.00 pm.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -9.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 03.03.13-Group 2: Sarah Martin, Katie Woods, Caolfhionn Holland, Savannah Daly, Hannah McDonald, Louise McElroy. 10.03.13-Group 3: Tara Conlon, Aoife Cadden, Shannon Talbot, Eimear Quinn, Katie Carson, Ciara Wilson.

Diocese of Clogher “Year of Faith”: St Michael’s College, Enniskillen Tues 5 March from 7.30 – 9.00 pm. Guest Speaker: Andrew O’Connell – if you havn’t heard Andrew speak it’s well worth going along. Also meetings on the Friday nights of Lent in our Parish Pastoral Centre from 8.00-10.00 pm.

Choir Practice on each Tuesday night starting at 7.00 pm and ending at 8.00 pm.

Speakers: Bishop Joseph Duffy and Rev Tom Hamill (Armagh)

Diocese of Clogher Lourdes Pilgrimage from Saturday 6 – Thursday 11 July 2013 led by Bishop Liam MacDaid D.D. Total price €375 (or sterling equivalent at time of payment) which covers Coach transfer to and from Belfast International airport. Belfast/Lourdes return air transportation, five nights accommodation in Lourdes based in sharing twin bedded rooms with facilities, meals insurance and airport tax. Full assistance of a Pilgrimages Abroad representative. To book invalid places contact Canon Joseph Mullin PP, Lisnaskea, Tel No 028 677 21342. To book pilgrim places please contact P J McGilly, Pilgrimage Secretary, 27 Kidds Road, Drumsastry, Newtownbutler, Co Fermanagh BT92 8ED, Tel No. 028 677 37850 or download Booking Form and Medical Questionnaire from www.clogherlourdes.com. Please note: Invalid places are limited and need to be confirmed as soon as possible.

Precious Life – Rosary Crusade to protect Ireland from abortion –begins with a 9 Day Novena of Rosaries on Friday 15 March and ends with a Rosary Vigil outside Dail Eireann in Dublin on Saturday 23 March at 3.00 pm. Join thousands of people from across Ireland to pray and be a voice for our unborn children at this critical time. Book your seat now on the bus travelling to the Vigil from your area. For details please contact Moira on 028 90278484 or click on www.preciouslife.com

Community Reminiscence Classes: The 6 week community reminiscence classes in Newtownbutler and Donagh are back up and running again. Donagh class is on Wednesday night at 8.00 pm in the Millennium Hall and in the Community Centre, Newtownbutler on Thursday nights at 8.00 pm. A study of townlands and baptismal records of the late 1800s will be looked at each week. Come along if you have an interest in local history and help build an archive of your area.

St Joseph’s Young Priests Society monthly meeting in Donagh Adoration Bookshop after the 7.00 pm Mass on this Monday 4 March. Everyone welcome.

Art Classes start in the Community Centre on Thursday 7 March from 8.00-10.00 pm.

Collectors for March: Saturday 6.30 pm-Eamonn Lynch, Kevin Kellett, Nicholas Coyle, Mary Fitzpatrick.

Sunday 11.30 am-Fergus McQuillian, Ann Chapman, Liam Beattie, Jim Wallace.

Ladies to help to clean the Church: May McMahon, Ethna McBrien, Siobhan McCartney, Nellie Conlon, Joan Melarkey.

Pray for the repose of the souls of Paddy Kelly, Bunnoe, (brother of Hugh Kelly, Donagh) and Tom Fee, Tempo (father of Tony Fee, Butcher) who died last weekend. May God grant them eternal rest and comfort their grieving families and friends.

Parish Collectio24.02.13: £882.40 and €104.40. Loose change £178.20 and €26.70.Total to parish funds £1060.60 and €131.10. Collection for Education of Students for the Priesthood : This is the last call for this collection-to date collected £972.00 and €160.00.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 02.03.13: Shannon Courtney, Garbhan McPhillips. Sun 03.03.13: Paddy Conlon, Sinead Crudden. Sat 09.03.13: Claire Wilson, Raymond McGloin. Sun 10.03.13: Roisin Crudden, Brian Courtney

Anniversary Masses. Sun 11.30 am: The McManus Family, Derrykerrib. Wed 7.00 pm: Mark Logue, Aghagay.Sat 10.00 am: Mary Kathleen Wilson, Treacy Terrace. Sat 6.30 pm: Carmel, Donal and parents Annie and Patrick O’Harte, Clonmaulin. Sun 11.30 am: Eugene and Mary Brady, Lurganboy Park.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday and Thursday at 7.00 pm. For the rest of week as arranged from day to day. Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 03.03.13: Jenna Connolly, Noleen Maaguire. Sun 10.03.13: Sinead McCormack, Michael McDermott.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 3-10.00 am: Margaret & Eddie McHugh, Kilturk. Mon 4-7.00 pm: Ellie McGoldrick (nee Maguire) Belfast. Sun 10-10.00 am: Johnnie Cadden, Adrian Heights. Mon 11-7.00 pm: Benny & Teresa Mohan, Moorlough.

Pioneer Meeting in Donagh on this Tuesday night, 5 March at 8.00 pm.

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The Second Sunday of Lent Parish of Galloon 24th February 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Tel: 02867737935

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 p.m. Tel: 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No 07903419206

Mass via the Internet: Log on to churchservices:tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

A Special Encounter: In today’s Gospel, Peter, John and James enjoy a special encounter with Jesus as he takes them up the mountain to pray. It is only when they take this step back from their everyday lives and go somewhere private that Jesus reveals to them who he really is. It is only when we spend time with God in prayer that we can truly appreciate his presence with us. Why not take some time alone today to pray the beautiful and uplifting poetry of today’s Psalm 26? ‘The Lord is my light and my help, whom shall I fear?’ ‘It is your face, O Lord, that I seek; hide not your face’; ‘Hope in him hold firm and take heart, hope in the Lord!’

First Friday Week: Please note a slight re-arrangement of Weekday Masses. Newtownbutler: Mass each morning at 10.00 a.m. except Wednesday. Mass Wednesday evening at 7.00p.m.

Donagh: Evening Masses on Monday and Friday at 7.00 p.m. – for the rest of the week as arranged from day to day.

Next Friday (First Friday): We honour the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Confessions for First Friday: Thursday evening in Newtownbutler from 7.00 – 8.00 p.m.; Donagh – before evening Mass on Friday.

Visitation of the Sick and House Bound: Thursday Morning: Donagh area along with Aghagay, Camphill Kilaghey, Ports and Derryadd.. Friday Morning: Town area along with Kilready, Legmacaffrey, Drumralla and the Islands.

Trocaire Fast Boxes: Make sure you have yours on display and encourage all family members to contribute something.

Lenten Courses: To mark the Year of Faith, each Friday evening in Pastoral Centre, Newtownbutler from 8.00 – 10.00

Also in St Michael’s College (beginning this Tuesday night) from 7.30 – 9.00p.m.

Unsigned Mass Cards: Available at Parish Office please check above for Office opening hours. Baptismal candles are also available from Parish Office.

Collection 17.02.13: £1005.30 and 60.00 Euro; loose change £184.50 and 48.60 Euro. Total to Parish Funds £1189.80 and 108.60 Euro. Education Collection also to date £875 and 139 Euro; please make sure you have made your contribution to this collection - Thank You.

Pray for: Carmel Sweeney, Roslea who died during the week.

PopeJohn Paul 11 Award: Meeting for all participants in Parish Pastoral Centre, Newtownbutler on Monday, 25th February at 8.00 p.m.

Newtownbutler Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 p.m. Rose Ann Creighan, Keady, Sun 11.30 a.m. Bridget and Alphonsus Mulligan and deceased family members. Wed 7.00 p.m. John West, Galloon Gardens, Sat 10.00a.m.

Gerald, Cathleen and Mona Mc Namee. Main Street. Sun 11.30 a.m. The McManus Family, Derrykerrib.

Donagh Anniversary Masses: Sun 24.02.13 Tommy Fitzpatrick and deceased family, Bohasset. Mon 25.02.13

Pat, Monica and Pearse ONeill, Tattycam. Frid 01.03.13 Month’s Memory for Teddy Sweeney. Sun 03.03.13

Margaret and Eddie McHugh, Kilturk.

Saint Vincent de Paul Meeting: In Newtownbutler on Friday 1st March.

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The First Sunday of Lent (C) Parish of Galloon

17 February 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Trocaire: Forty years ago the Irish Catholic Church was stirred into action by devastating scenes of famine and floods in Bangladesh. The year was 1972. The church recognised a suffering people eleven thousand miles away as brothers and sisters reaching for solidarity and called a national collection. Parishes responded with incredible generosity, donating £250,000 to deliver life-saving aid. This outpouring of kindness inspired the Church to establish an organisation to support the world’s poorest people. In February 1973, Trocaire was born.

Evening Masses for Lent: Newtownbutler- Wednesday and Friday at 7.00 pm. Donagh-Monday and Thursday at 7.00 pm.

Trocaire Fast Boxes are available now at the back of the Church. It is recommended that each family have a fast box on display all during Lent and that each family member be encouraged to put something into it each day of Lent. The Fast Box on display in the living room is a daily reminder to all of us of so many in the World who are less off than we are.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm. Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -9.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 17.02-Group 2: Aoife Cadden, Conor Courtney, Caolfhionn Holland, Daniel McLoughlin, Oisin McKeown, Katie Kiernan. 24.02.13-Group 1: Declan Crudden, Oisin McKeown, Niall McCabe, Donal McDaid, Nathan Beagan, Ryan Geeene.

Diocese of Clogher “Year of Faith” Week 1: St Michael’s College, Enniskillen Tues 26th February from 7.30 – 9.00 p.m. and St Macartan’s College, Monaghan on Wed 27th February from 7.30 – 9.00 p.m. Week 2 St Michael’s College Tues 5th March from 7.30 – 9.00 p.m. and St Macartan’s College on Wednesday 6th March from 7.30 – 9.00 p.m.

Choir Practice on each Tuesday night starting at 7.00 pm and ending at 8.00 pm.

Newtownbutler Playgroup are holding a Fundraising Old Time Dance on Friday15 February from 9.30-11.30 pm in the NTB Community Centre,. Everybody welcome. Admission: £5.00.

Baptismal Candles now available from Parish Office at £5.00 each.

Mass Cards: Unsigned Mass Cards are also available in the Parish Office. It seems that all Mass Cards available to people from the shops are signed by someone. Some people still prefer to buy an unsigned card and have it signed by a priest of their choice. It makes Mass Cards more personal.

St Patrick’s Day Parade, Newtownbutler Committee are holding meetings in the Community Centre, NTB Thursday night at 8.00 pm. Everyone welcome or if interested in entering a float or helping out on the day. Contact: Macartan Caughey, Aghagay Park.

Pray for the repose of the souls of Mary Quinn Emyvale, (niece of Kitty Mohan, Corlatt and Johnny Rice, Lisnaskea (father of Brenda Mohan, Killryoo) who died last weekend. May God grant them eternal rest and comfort their grieving families and friends.

Parish Collectio10.3.02.13: £1000.10 and €160.20. Loose change £189.30 and €41.90.Total to parish funds £1189.40 and €202.10. Collection for Education of Students for the Priesthood is now due. Between Maynooth and the Irish College there are five students studying for the priesthood for the Diocese of Clogher. We ask you to be as generous as you can.

Fermanagh Scor Competition: In Millennium Hall Donagh this Saturday night (16th February) at 7.30 p.m. sharp.

Oak Healthy Living Centre Roslea are running a three week course for all relevant parents with children from Primary 5 upwards (talking to your children about tough issues). This course starts on next Thursday 21st February at 7.30p.m. in Oak Healthy Living Centre Office Roslea. If interested contact Oliver or Patricia at 02867751913.

Galloon Thursday Club: Monthly Social evening in Mulligan’s Lounge Newtownbutler on Thursday 21st February. Everyone welcome.

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am. Evening Mass: Wednesday and Friday at 7.00 pm. Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday Morning Mass at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 16.02.13: Catherine Conlon, Nicki Conlon. Sun 17.02.13: Annie Leonard, Michaela Fitzpatrick. Sat 23.02.13: Margaret Quaile, Dearbhla McPhillips. Sun 24.02.13: Ethna McGovern, Marie Keenan.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: James and Rose Ann McAdam Camphill Pk. Sun 11.30 am: Jim & Benny Allen, High Street and Kilnacran. Wed 7.00 p.m. Tommy and Peggy McCaffrey. Thurs 10.00 a.m. John and Tess Carson, High Street, Fri 7.00 p.m. Ann Rennick, Aghagay Park, Sat 10.00 a.m. Helen Wilson, Sat 6.30 p.m. Rose Ann Creighan, Keady Sun 11.30 a.m. Bridget and Alphonsus Mulligan.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday and Thursday at 7.00 pm. For the rest of week as arranged from day to day. Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 17-10.00 am: Elizabeth McCormack, Ashling McDermott. Sun 24-10.00 am: Catriona Curran, Cassie Cadden.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 17-10.00 am: Gabrielle Lavelle, Alexander Rise. Mon 18th Terence and Bridget McCabe

Sun 24th Tommy Fitzpatrick and deceased family members, Bohasset and Drumbarry. Mon 25th Pat, Monica and

Pearse O’Neill,Tattycam

Saint Vincent de Paul: Collection this weekend

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The Fifth Sunday of the Year (Temperance Sunday) (C) Parish of Galloon

10 February 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

Website: www.galloonparish.com Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Sunday 10 February-Temperance Sunday: Today is a day of prayer for Temperance. Welcome to all the P7 children who join us.

Into the Deep: ‘A boat is safe in the harbour, but this is not the purpose of a boat’ – Paulo Coelho. If you don’t try, you’ll never know. Sometimes we need to take a risk. The disciples were understandably sceptical when Jesus told them to ‘put out into deep water’ and cast out their nets. These fishermen had been working hard all night long and caught nothing. But they must have thought there was something in what Jesus was telling them to do – or maybe they were just humouring him. Either way, they decided to give it another try. And what a result – such a huge catch of fish that their nets began to tear, and they filled two boats to sinking point. They got more than they bargained for, just be trusting Jesus, making a leap of faith and giving it another go.

Wednesday 13 February – Ash Wednesday; a Day of Fast and Abstinence. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Season of Lent. Ashes will be blessed at all Masses today. We ask Eucharistic Ministers to help with the distribution of Ashes. Mass times for Ash Wednesday: Morning Masses in both Churches at 10.00 am and Evening Masses in both Churches at 7.00 pm.

Evening Masses for Lent: Newtownbutler- Wednesday and Friday at 7.00 pm. Donagh-Monday and Thursday at 7.00 pm.

Trocaire Fast Boxes are available now at the back of the Church. It is recommended that each family have a fast box on display all during Lent and that each family member be encourage to put something into it each day of Lent. The Fast Box on display in the living room is a daily reminder to all of us of so many in the World who are less off than we are.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30-09.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -09.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 10.02.13-Group 1: Declan Crudden, Tara Conlon, Sarah Martin, Declan Wilson, Oran Wilson.17.02-Group 2: Aoife Cadden, Conor Courtney, Caolfhionn Holland, Daniel McLoughlin, Oisin McKeown, Katie Kiernan.

Galloon Parish “Year of Faith” a five week programme, Starts on this Friday 15thFebruary in Parish Centre at 8pm. Through video & discussion, come along each week and learn the teaching of the Catholic Church, look at the church throughout the world, What we Believe! Why we believe! Look at the beauty of our faith and culture in a relaxed and Informative programme. This weekend could people interested in attending the course sign the enrolment sheet available at the back of both churches to give an idea on numbers interested in attending.

Choir Practice on each Tuesday night starting at 7.00 pm and ending at 8.00 pm.

Newtownbutler Playgroup are holding a Fundraising Old Time Dance on Friday 8 February from 9.30-11.30 pm in the NTB Community Centre, music by Larry Burns. On the night Filming will take place for a DVDE to be shown on Hot Country Sky Channel 191. Everybody welcome. Admission: £5.00.

Sincere Thanks to everyone who supported the Variety Concert/Rose of Aghadrumsee on 3 Feb. Net profit £2240 to be used to help combat poverty in The Congo.

Clones Erne East Sports Partnership is currently choosing a name and logo for the Sports Facility currently under construction.

We are keen to get feedback from the public and we are holding a public consultation in Aghadrumsee Orange Hall on Thursday 21 February at 7.00 pm. Please note the change of date from previous information circulated.

Baptismal Candles now available from Parish Office at £5.00 each.

Pope John Paul II Awards 2913/14: Meeting for all participants in this year’s award in Parish Pastoral Centre, NTB on Monday 11 February at 8.00 pm.

Charity Dance Extravaganza featuring Strictly Come Dancing Grand Final on Saturday 23 February at 8.00 pm in Share Centre Arena, Admission £7.50. Proceeds in support of Faith and Light and Irish Pilgrimage Trust. Top Dancers from Enniskillen, Lisnaskea, Newtownbutler, Aghadrumsee, Maguiresbridge , Donagh and Knocks. A variety of exhibition dances and novelty entertainment followed by dancing – music by Sean Markey.

St Patrick’s Day Parade, Newtownbutler Committee are holding meetings in the Community Centre, NTB every Thursday night at 8.00 pm. Everyone welcome or if interested in entering a float or helping out on the day. Contact: Macartan Caughey, Aghagay Park.

Pray for the repose of the souls of Teddy Sweeney, Moorlough, Brigid Reilly, Dublin (mother of Bernard Reilly, Knockmakeegan), and Sue McAdam, Clones, (mother of Bernie Caughey, Mullynagowan) who died last weekend. May God grant them eternal rest and comfort their grieving families and friends.

Collection for Education of Students for the Priesthood is now due. Between Maynooth and the Irish College there are five students studying for the priesthood for the Diocese of Clogher. We ask you to be as generous as you can.

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am. Evening Mass: Wednesday and Friday at 7.00 pm.

Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday Morning Mass at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 09.02.13: Gerry Kearns, Martha Mohan. Sun 10.02.13: Bernie Parker, Phil McGovern.Sat 16.02.13: Catherine Conlon, Nicki Conlon. Sun 17.02.13: Annie Leonard, Michaela Fitzpatrick.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: John Quaile, Culliondoo. Sun 11.30 am: James Halphin, Camphill Pk. Tues 10.00 am: Jack & Sadie Meehan & Deceased Family Members, Enniskillen. Wed 7.00 pm: Patsy Clancy, Camphill Pk. Sat 10.00 am: Joe & Catherine Woods & The Maguire Family, Cullion & Clonaroo. Sat 6.30 pm: James and Rose Ann McAdam Camphill Pk. Sun 11.30 am: Jim & Benny Allen, High Street and Kilnacran.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday and Friday at 7.00 pm. For the rest of week as arranged from day to day. Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 10.02.13: Elizabeth McCormack, Ashling McDermott. Sun 17-10.00 am: Elizabeth McCormack, Ashling McDermott.

Anniversary Masses: Sun10-10.00 am: Martin Lynch, Tonnaboy. Mon 11-7.00 pm: John & Annie Goldrick, Conway Place. Sun 17-10.00 am: Gabrielle Lavelle, Alexander Rise.

Donagh Pioneers are taking up their Annual Collection this weekend.

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The Fourth Sunday of the Year (C) Parish of Galloon

3 February 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

All queries through the parish office.

Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com website: www.galloonparish.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

A Fortified City: In the First Reading, God offers Jeremiah some words of reassurance: ‘Before I formed you in the womb I knew you… I will make you into a fortified city… I am with you to deliver you’. In spite of the obstacles ahead, Jeremiah had no need to fear. God would be with him and would give him strength. Following in the footsteps of the prophets, today’s Gospel sees Jesus face a plot against his life. As he speaks in the synagogue, the people are at first astonished by his words, but then become uncomfortable. ‘This is Joseph’s son, surely?’ they ask. They turn against him and are so enraged that they lead him out of town and try to throw him off a cliff. But God is with him and he is kept safe.

Sunday 10 February-Temperance Sunday: Next Sunday is a day of prayer for Temperance. At the 11.30 am Mass the children making their Confirmation from St Mary’s Primary School will be given the Confirmation Pledge – in preparation for their celebration of the Sacrament, Tuesday 16 April 2013. The children of St Joseph’s Primary School, Donagh making their Confirmation will receive the Pledge at the 10.00 am Mass

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30-09.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -09.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 03.02.13-Group 2: Aoife Cadden, Conor Courtney, Caolfhionn Holland, Daniel McLoughlin, Oisin McKeown, Katie Kiernan. 10.02.13-Group 1: Declan Crudden, Tara Conlon, Sarah Martin, Declan Wilson, Oran Wilson.

Galloon Parish “Year of Faith” a five week programme, Starts on Friday 15thFebruary in Parish Centre at 8pm. Through video & discussion, come along each week and learn the teaching of the Catholic Church, look at the church throughout the world, What we Believe! Why we believe! Look at the beauty of our faith and culture in a relaxed and Informative programme. This weekend could people interested in attending the course sign the enrolment sheet available at the back of both churches to give an idea on numbers interested in attending.

Faith Alive and Growing: A programme over four weeks organised by the Diocese to mark the Year of Faith. Venues St Michael’s College, Enniskillen and St Macartan’s College, Monaghan. All start at 7.30 pm and end at 9.00 pm.

Week 1-St Michael’s College, Enniskillen on Tuesday 26 Feb St Macartan’s College, Monaghan-Wednesday 27 Feb. Presenter Fr Peter McAnenly and Team (Armagh).

Week 2-St Michael’s College, Enniskillen Tuesday 5 March. St Macartan’s College, Monaghan-Wednesday 6 March. Presenter Dr Andrew O’Connell, Dublin

Week 3-St Michael’s College, Enniskillen Tuesday 12 March. St Macartan’s College, Monaghan-Wednesday 13 March.

Speakers from the Clogher Diocese.

Week 4-St Michael’s College, Enniskillen Tuesday 19 March. St Macartan’s College, Monaghan-Wednesday 20 March. Each week has a different theme. Posters at back of Church with full details.

Breda O’Brien/David Quinn, Dublin.

Choir Practice on each Tuesday night starting at 7.00 pm and ending at 8.00 pm.

Rags and Ribbons Sewing Class starting on Tuesday 5 February in Community Centre, NTB from 12.00-2.00 pm. Anyone interested please come along and join.

NTB Cross Community Playgroup are holding a Fundraising Old Time Dance in the NTB Community Centre each Friday night from 9.30 pm-11.30 pm. No longer a competition and please note change of starting time. All welcome.

St Joseph’s Young Priests Society Monthly meeting in Adoration Bookshop, Donagh after the 7.00 pm Mass on this Monday 4 February. All welcome.

Trocaire Fast Boxes are available now at the back of the Church. It is recommended that each family have a fast box on display all during Lent and that each family member be encourage to put something into it each day of Lent. The Fast Box on display in the living room is a daily reminder to all of us of so many in the World who are less off than we are.

Pray for the repose of the souls of Maura Byrne, Cork (mother of Denis Byrne and Majella McDonald), Cathy McBrien, London (sister of the late Fr Pat & James Reilly), Mary Fitzpatrick, Clones (mother of Eileen McManus & Una Tierney) who died last weekend. May God grant them eternal rest and comfort their grieving families and friends

Collectors for February: Sat 6.30 pm-John James Caughey, Eugene Hueston, Richie McPhillips, Finian Swift. Sun 11.30 am-John Erwin, Ann Chapman, Fergus McQuillan, Joe Mohan. Ladies to help clean the Church: Rose Moore, Ethan McGovern, Bernie Erwin, Anna McDermott.

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am. Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday morning at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 02.02.13: Claire Wilson, Raymond McGloin. Sun 03.02.13: Roisin Crudden, Brian Courtney.

Sat 09.02.13: Gerry Kearns, Martha Mohan. Sun 10.02.13: Bernie Parker, Phil McGovern.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Frank Carey, Lurganboy Pk. Sun 11.30 am: Maureen & Dermott McCormick, High St

Tue 10.00 am: Frank, Nellie & Noel Sheridan, Kilgarrow. Thurs 10.00 am: The Gunn Family, Kilnacran. Sat 10.00 am: Catherine Courtney, Starraghan. Sat 6.30 pm: John Quaile, Culliondoo. Sun 11.30 am: James Halphin, Camphill Park.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday at 7.00 pm. For the rest of week as arranged from day to day.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 03.02.13: Siobhan McCormack, Genevieve Crudden. Sun 10.02.13: Elizabeth McCormack, Ashling McDermott.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 3-10.00 am: Anna Connolly, Drumlone. Mon 4-7.00 pm: John and Margaret Mohan and the Deceased Family Members, Bohora. Sun10-10.00 am: Martin Lynch, Tonnaboy. Mon 11-7.00 pm: John & Annie Goldrick, Conway Place.

Pioneer Meeting in Donagh on this Tuesday 5 February at 8.30 pm.

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The Third Sunday of the Year (C) Parish of Galloon

27 January 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

All queries through the parish office.

Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com website: www.galloonparish.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Catholic Schools Week: Today is the beginning of Catholic Schools’ Week, a time dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating all that is good about Catholic education on the island of Ireland. The theme of Catholic Schools Week this year is ‘Catholic Schools in the Community of Faith: Sharing the Good News’. We see this theme of sharing the Good News echoed in today’s Readings from the Book of Nehemiah and the Gospel of Luke. Just as Ezra brought the Good News to the people of Nazareth. The same Good News is shared with us today, and we believe that Christ is really present to us in it, calling us to its fulfilment.

Friday 1 February-Feast of St Brigid and also First Friday. Blessings of St Brigid’s Crosses at Morning Mass in Newtownbutler and the evening Mass in Donagh.

Confessions for the First Friday: In Newtownbutler on Thursday from 7.00-8.00 pm and in Donagh before the evening Mass on the Friday.

Saturday 2 February-Feast of the Presentation of the Lord (Candlemass Day). Candles will be blessed at 10.00 am Mass on this morning. Candles are available for those who wish to keep blessed candles in their homes at £3.00 each.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30-09.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -09.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 27.01.13-Group 1: Declan Crudden, Tara Conlon, Sarah Martin, Declan Wilson, Oran Wilson. 03.02.13-Group 2: Aoife Cadden, Conor Courtney, Caolfhionn Holland, Daniel McLoughlin, Oisin McKeown, Katie Kiernan

Visitation of the sick and housebound: Wednesday-The Town, Camphill Park, Kilready, Legmacaffrey, Killaghy. Thursday- The Donagh area. Friday-The Islands, Derryelvin, Aughnahinch, Drumralla, Kilgarrett.

Galloon Ramblers hit 2013 with a bang. Get fit and feel good by walking with Galloon Ramblers. All membership to be paid by Monday 28 January 2013. For membership details contact 07902648418 after 6.00 pm.

Clogher don Óige Youth Pilgrimage to Lourdes booking form will be available to download on www.clogherdonoige.com on Monday 21 January. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Divine Mercy Hour is on every Thursday night starting at 8.00 pm and finishing at 9.00 pm.

DVD: Could the person who borrowed the DVD from Canon Murphy please return it as it is needed for the Lenten Programme. (No 7- Word made Flesh (true bread from heaven) and No 8-A vast Company of Witnesses)

Corranny School Re-Union 2013: Everyone is invited to attend a public meeting at 8.00 pm on Tuesday 29 January in St Macartan’s PS, Aghadrumsee. This will be the first meeting to listen to your suggestions and begin to make plans to organise a Corranny Primary School Re-Union sometime before the end of the year. Please let others know as we look forward to meeting as many as possible on that night.

Pope John Paul 11 Award 2013/14: Meeting for this year’s participants in the Parish Pastoral Centre, NTB on Monday 28 January at 8.00 pm. Please bring your Record Card.

Adult Trad Session in Flynn’s Bar, Belturbet on Friday 1 February commencing at 9.00 pm. All levels of musicians, singers storytellers, etc welcome! Spread the word! Comhaltas Beal Tairgbirt.

Variety Concert in St Macartan’s Primary School Hall, Aghadrumsee on Sunday 3 February at 7.00 pm. Music by Tully, Irish Dancing, Set Dancing, etc. Local men compete for the coveted ‘Rose of Aghadrumsee’ title. Compete Gerry Leonard. Raffle on night for £200 heating oil plus numerous spot prizes. Proceeds to Fr Bernard Faux’s work in The Congo helping to combat disease and poverty. Admission £6.00/Family £15.00.

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am except Monday. Confessions: Thursday 7.00-8.00 pm,

Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday morning at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 26.01.13: Garbhan McPhillips, Shannon Courtney. Sun 27.01.13: Paddy Conlon, Sinead Crudden. Sat 02.02.13: Claire Wilson, Raymond McGloin. Sun 03.02.13: Roisin Crudden, Brian Courtney.

Anniversary Masses: Saturday 6.30 pm: Mary Ann, Jack and Jimmy Connolly, Wattlebridge. Sun 11.30 am: Hugh and Winnie Maxwell, Mullaghboy. Sat 10.00 am: Frank and Agnes Jones, Camphill Park.

Sat 6.30 pm: Frank Carey, Lurganboy Park. Sun 11.30 am: Maureen and Dermott McCormick, High Sreet.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday and Friday (First Friday) at 7.00 pm.

Confessions for First Friday before the Evening Mass.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 27.01.13: Anne McGovern, Sean Og Cadden. Sun 03.02.13: Siobhan McCormack, Genevieve Crudden.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 27-10.00 am: The Deceased of St Pat’s GFC. Mon 28-7.00 pm: James and Elizabeth McBrien, Coolnasillagh. Fri 1st-7.00 pm: Kathleen and Patrick Cannon, Adrian Heights.

Sun 3-10.00 am: Anna Connolly, Drumlone. Mon 4-7.00 pm: John & Margaret Mohan & Deceased Family, Bohora.

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The Second Sunday of the Year (C) Parish of Galloon

20 January 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

All queries through the parish office.

Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com website: www.galloonparish.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Wedding Feast at Cana: For Jews, a wedding was a great symbol of the Kingdom of God. John calls this account a sign, something that is pointing us to a deeper reality. We don’t know whose wedding it is and no one is addressed by their name apart from Jesus.

It is a strange story. We can focus on the generosity of the gift in this story. Each stone jar could hold between 20 and 30 gallons of water, six of those would be 120 gallons of water. So how much wine did Jesus provide for the wedding? Let’s say about 120 gallons (500 litres!) This was no small amount of wine that Jesus gifts to the couple. It is showing huge generosity and quality (he saved the best wine until last). We can thank God today for the abundance of gifts that he has given us – family, friends, creation, food, health. What else are you thankful for today?

Today is World Day of Migrants and Refugees. Today we pray for migrants, especially those who have been forced from the land they call home; may they receive a warm welcome in their adopted land.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30-09.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -09.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 20.01.13-Group 2: Aoife Cadden, Conor Courtney, Caolfhionn Holland, Daniel McLoughlin, Oisin McKeown, Katie Kiernan. 27.01.13-Group 1: Declan Crudden, Tara Conlon, Sarah Martin, Declan Wilson, Oran Wilson.

The Precious Life of the Unborn Child: The baby’s life in the womb is an astonishing odyssey of growth and development. As science makes clear, it is at fertilisation that a new, unique and genetically complete human being comes into existence. From that moment onwards, each of us did not grow and develop into a human being. We grew and developed as a human being.

Over 55 and wanting to learn ways to plan, improve and enjoy better health in 2013. Why not come along and join a 5 week programme and experience activities such as Tai Chi, Cook it, and learning sessions around stress management and depression, etc. starting on Monday 21 January at 2.00 pm in the Newtownbutler Community Centre. To find out more information or to book a place telephone Davina at OAK Healthy Living Centre 028 677 51913.

St Eugene’s College, Roslea will hold an Information Evening on Thursday 24 January at 7.30 pm. All those with an interest in the future of education in the area are invite3d to attend. This will be followed by an ‘Experience St Eugene’s’ morning on Saturday 26 January from 9.30 am to 1.00 pm when P6 and P7 pupils will participate in a programme of activities tailored to their interests. All parents are welcome to attend.

Clogher don Óige Youth Pilgrimage to Lourdes booking form will be available to download on www.clogherdonoige.com on Monday 21 January. Book early to avoid disappointment.

St Vincent de Paul Society Monthly Collection will be taken up at all Masses this weekend.

Direct Debit: Have you thought of setting up a Direct Debit in favour of the Parish? If you don’t always go to Mass in the Parish or are away at weekends a Direct Debit arrangement would save you worrying about your weekly envelope. A monthly direct debit of £20.00 or £30.00 would easily cover your obligations to the parish, the priests and the Diocese. Please think about it and make accounting easy for all of us. Contact either Fr King or the Parish Office.

Pray for the repose of the souls of Maurice O’Dwyer, Lisnaskea (father of Debbie Fitzpatrick, Lurganboy) Ellie McGoldrick, nee Maguire (formally of Donagh) , Belfast who died during the week. May God grant her eternal rest and comfort her grieving family and friends.

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am only on this Monday and Saturday. No other Masses during the week. Confessions; Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday morning at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 19.01.13: Margaret Quaile, Dearbhla McPhillips. Sun 20.01.13: Ethna McGovern, Marie Keenan. Sat 26.01.13: Garbhan McPhillips, Shannon Courtney. Sun 27.01.13: Paddy Conlon, Sinead Crudden.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Vincent McGeehan, Drummurl. Sun 11.30 am: John and Kathleen Parker, Lurganboy Park. Monday 10.00 am: Month’s Mind Mollie Carolan and Benny Carolan, Galloon Gdns. Saturday 10.00 am: Tommy Hueston, Galloon Gardens. Saturday 6.30 pm: Mary Ann, Jack and Jimmy Connolly, Wattlebridge.

Sunday 11.30 am: Hugh and Winnie Maxwell, Mullaghboy.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday at 7.00 pm. No other Masses during the week.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 20.01.13: Nuala McCormack, Michael Mohan. Sun 27.01.13: Anne McGovern, Sean Og Cadden.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 20-10.00 am: Maisie Smyth, Screevagh. Mon 21-7.00 pm: Sarah and Francis Treacy, Greaghcashel. Sun 27-10.00 am: The Deceased of St Pat’s GFC. Mon 28-7.00 pm: James and Elizabeth McBrien, Coolnasillagh.

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The Baptism of our Lord Parish of Galloon

13 January 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

All queries through the parish office.

Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com website: www.galloonparish.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

The Decorations are gone: What did you hear, what did you see over the last few weeks? Looking around the place, everything seems to be back to normal. There is certain emptiness, something is missing. Is it the absence of the Christmas tree and decorations, or the dimness of town and country as the lights blazing since the end of November are turned off? The decorations are gone, but the living presence of Christ can never be put away. We have heard the voice. Like John our call is to point out the Lamb of God to a world that longs for him.

Prayer: May Gods people see in their daily lives moments of grace and revelation. May they confidently bring to the altar all that they are and all that they strive to be however little it may seem. May our Eucharist transform us and release Gods power in our lives. Amen.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30-09.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -09.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 13.01.13-Group 1: Declan Crudden, Tara Conlon, Sarah Martin, Declan Wilson, Oran Wilson. 20.01.13-Group 2: Aoife Cadden, Conor Courtney, Caolfhionn Holland, Daniel McLoughlin, Oisin McKeown, Katie Kiernan.

Solus Nua is a programme which offers support and hope to those who have lost a spouse or long-term partner through death, and to those caught up in the traumatic aftermath of separation. The next programme will start on Wednesday 16 January in the Pastoral Centre (St Pat’s College) Cavan at 8.00 pm and run for six consecutive Wednesdays. Please contact Cavan Family Resource Centre on 00353 49 4371363 by 11 January to book a place.

Newtownbutler CCE are holding a Traditional Music Workshop on Saturday 19 January in St Mary’s Primary School, Newtownbutler from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm. Registration is from 10.00 am to 11.00 am £15/€20 per person. Family of first Child £15/€20 and £10/€10 per family member after. Bring packed lunch. For further information or to registrar in advance please contact Linda 028 67738497.

PRO-LIFE VIGIL to be held in Dublin on Saturday 19 January. Join thousands of people from across Ireland to stand up for unborn children at this critical time. Book your seat NOW on the Coach travelling to the Vigil from your area. For details please contact Moira on 028 90278484 or click on www.preciouslife.com

St Vincent de Paul Society Monthly Collection will be taken up at all Masses next weekend.

Pray for the repose of the soul of Marcella Hanley, Enniskillen (sister of Agatha Woods) who died during the week. May God grant her eternal rest and comfort her grieving family and friends.

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am except Monday. Confessions; Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm.

Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday morning at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 12.01.13: Catherine Conlon, Nicki Conlon. Sun 13.01.13: Annie Leonard, Michaela Fitzpatrick.

Sat 19.01.13: Margaret Quaile, Dearbhla McPhillips. Sun 20.01.13: Ethna McGovern, Marie Keenan.

Anniversary Masses: Saturday 6.30 pm: John, Kathleen and Anthony McGovern, Gortgrannagh. Sunday 11.30 am: Annie McDermott, Treacy Terrace. Sat 6.30 pm: Vincent McGeehan, Drummurl. Sun 11.30 am: John and Kathleen Parker, Lurganboy Park.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday at 7.00 pm.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 13.01.13: Bronagh Logan, Brendan Mulligan. Sun 20.01.13: Nuala McCormack, Michael Mohan.

Anniversary Masses: Sunday 13-10.00 am: Deceased of St Joseph’s Young Priests Society.

Monday 14-7.00 pm: Benny, Catherine, Mary and Tommy McGeehan, Aughnaglough. Sun 20-10.00 am: Maisie Smyth, Screevagh. Mon 21-7.00 pm: Sarah and Francis Treacy, Greaghcashel.

Donagh Hillside Women’s Group starting back on Tuesday 15 January with Old Time Dancing in the Millennium Hall, Donagh from 10.30 am -12.30 pm for 6 weeks. Tutor: Marie Fhelan. Admission £3.00. Newcomers are always welcome.

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Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord Parish of Galloon

06 January 2013

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

All queries through the parish office.

Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com website: www.galloonparish.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

The Epiphany of the Lord: The Epiphany celebrates the revelation of Christ to the whole world. Paul speaks of the grace that has been entrusted to him by revelation and of how this revelation is not just for him but for everyone. The promises made in Christ are for all people, all have been called to receive the free gift of redemption. Paul reminds us that the Good News is never a personal gift, it is to be shared.

Like the Magi: On this feast we have come to worship the Christ child. Like the Magi, we have to go back to our homes and get on with our ordinary lives. People often times travel long distances in search of spiritual experiences which they could have in their home place. We don’t have to travel anywhere. His star rises up before us here. A light has come into the world, a light that shines in the dark, a light that no darkness can overpower.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30-10.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -10.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 06.01.13-Group 2: Aoife Cadden, Conor Courtney, Caolfhionn Holland,, Daniel McLoughlin, Oisin McKeown, Katie Kiernan.13.01.13-Group 1: Declan Crudden, Tara Conlon, Sarah Martin, Declan Wilson, Oran Wilson

Starting Primary School in September 2013: All children (born between 2 July 2008 and 1 July 2009 inclusive) who reach the age of 4 years on or before 1 July 2013 MUST begin Primary School in September 2013. Application forms and information booklets are available from the Primary Schools in the Parish. All applications must be returned to the school of your choice by 12 noon on this Friday 11 January 2013

NTB Cross Community Playgroup: Application forms are available from Playgroup for all children age from 2.07.2009 to 01.07.2010.

St Comhghall’s College, Lisnaskea are having their Open Night on Wednesday 9 January 2013 starting at 7.00 pm. All Primary 7 pupils and parents are welcome.

Zumba Fitness starts again on this Monday night, 7 Jan 2013, in the Parish Hall, Newtownbutler at 8.15 pm.

Living Memory Project invites you to uncover the history of Newtownbutler Workshops include Townland Tales, Traditional Cooking, Crafts and Ceilidh from Wednesday 9 January 2013 starting at 12.30 am at the Courthouse Community Centre. Free Entry but booking is essential. For information call 07739099630.

Direct Debit: Have you thought of setting up a Direct Debit in favour of the Parish? If you don’t always to go Mass in the Parish or are away at weekends a Direct Debit arrangement would save you worrying about your weekly envelope. A monthly direct debit of £20.00 or £30.00 would easily cover your obligations to the parish, the priests and the Diocese. Please think about it and make accounting easy for all of us. Contact either Fr King or the Parish Office.

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am except Monday and Friday. Evening Mass on Friday at 7.30 pm.

Confessions; Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday morning at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 05.01.13: Gerry Kearns, Martha Mohan. Sun 06.01.13: Bernie Parker, Phil McGovern.

Sat 12.01.13: Catherine Conlon, Nicki Conlon. Sun 13.01.13: Annie Leonard, Michaela Fitzpatrick.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Mary, Vincent and Robert West, Ballywillen.

Sun 11.30 am: Kitty Maguire, Lurganboy Park. Friday 7.30 pm: Pat Gribben, Lisnaknock.Saturday 6.30 pm: John, Kathleen and Anthony McGovern, Gortgrannagh. Sunday 11.30 am: Annie McDermott, Treacy Terrace.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday at 7.00 pm.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 06.01.13: Sinead McCormack, Michael McDermott. Sun 13.01.13: Bronagh Logan, Brendan Mulligan.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 6 Jan-10.00 am: Patrick Collins, Adrian Heights. Monday 7-7.00 pm: Eamon McMahon, Moorlough. Sunday 13-10.00 am: Deceased of St Joseph’s Young Priests Society. Monday 14-7.00 pm: Benny, Catherine, Mary and Tommy McGeehan, Aughnaglough.

Pioneer Meeting in Donagh on this Tuesday, 8th January at 8.00 pm.

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Second Sunday of Advent (Year C) Parish of Galloon

16 December 2012

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

All queries through the parish office.

Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com website: www.galloonparish.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Some Advice from John: Today’s Gospel offers some practical advice from John as he preaches the Good News in preparation for Jesus’ appearance; we must share what we have with the person who has none, and we must be honest in our dealings with others.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm. Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30-10.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -10.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Servers: 16. 12.12-Group 1-Declan Crudden, Tara Conlon, Sarah Martin, Declan and Oran Wilson. 23.12.12-Group 2: Aoife Cadden, Conor Courtney, Caolfhionn Holland, Daniel McLoughlin, Oisin McKeown, Katie Kiernan.

Choir Practice starts on this Tuesday night in Newtownbutler starting at 7.00 pm. All members welcome.

NTB St Patrick’s Day Committee Fundraising Race Night on Sat 22 December in Melarkey’s Bar, NTB at 8.00 pm.

Confessions for Christmas: In Donagh this Monday evening before and after the 7.00 pm Mass. In Newtownbutler on Friday 21st December from 7.00-8.00 pm; Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm and Christmas Eve from 12.00 to 1.00 pm.

JOY: There is a clear note of Joy in today’s Liturgy. Joy is a blend of laughter and tears. It consists of having a love affair with life. It is looking for the happiness that comes in small packages, knowing that big packages are few and far between. It is making the most of the present. Joy is the flag we fly when Christ, the Prince of Peace, has taken up residence in our hearts.

Living Memory Project invites you to uncover the history of Newtownbutler. Workshops include Townland Tales, Traditional Cooking, Crafts and Ceilidh from Wednesday 9 January 2013 at 10.30 am at the Community Centre, NTB. Free Entry. Booking is essential. For all information please telephone 07739099630. Information from the workshops will be recorded in a book that will be sold in local shops of which profits from book sales will be returned to the Newtownbutler Day Centre.

NTB Cross Community Playgroup: Application forms are available from Playgroup for all children age from 2.07.2009 to 01.07.2010. Santa Sunday today from 4.00-6.00 pm in the Playgroup. Admission £5.00 discount for 2 children or more.

NTB Bowls is finished for Christmas and will resume again on Tuesday 8 January. Hope to see new and old members then.

Galloon Ramblers: Christmas theme walk today Sunday 16 December at Castle Sanderson. Meeting at Community Centre @ 1.00 pm

Bereavement Care: At Christmas it can be hard to cope with the death of a loved one. Border Counties Bereavement Care – a free and confidential service – have trained counsellors available to meet you privately in Clones, Monaghan and Carrickmacross. Phone Eileen 00353 2012 434 for an appointment.

En of term tradition music session including Christmas carols)! Also Launch of our new tune book in St Bricins School, Belturbet on Tuesday 18 December at 6.30 pm. All parents and families welcome. All levels musicians welcome. NB. There are no classes taking place on 18 December.

We remind you of the Christmas Day Collection towards heating and lighting of the Churches. Please be generous as you can.

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am. Confessions: Friday 7.00-8.00 pm; Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm and Monday 24th from 12.00-1.00 pm.. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday morning at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 15.12.12: Garbhan McPhillips, Shannon Courtney. Sun 16.12.12: Paddy Conlon, Sinead Crudden. Sat 22.12.12: Claire Wilson, Raymond McGloin. Sun 23.12.12: Roisin Crudden, Brian Courtney.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Patrick & Paddy Swift, Lurganboy Pk. Sun 11.30 am: Gabriel O’Keefe, Main St. Saturday 10.00 am: The McCormack & Reilly Families, High Street. Saturday 6.30 pm: The McGorman Family, Lurgtanboy. Sunday 11.30 am: Eamonn McCabe, Killyroo.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday at 7.00 pm. For the rest of the week as arranged day by day. Confessions this Monday evening before and after evening Mass.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 16.12.12: Elizabeth McCormack, Ashling McDermott. Sun 23.12.12: Catriona Curran, Cassie Cadden.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 15-8.00 pm: Louis Leonard, Kieranmore. Sun 16-10.00 am: Mick & Sheila Mohan, Kieranmore. Mon 17-7.00 pm: Tom and John Swift, Alexander Rise. Sun 23-10.00 am: Thomas, Mollie and Nellie Maguire and Deceased Family Members, Monion.

St Vincent de Paul Society Monthly Collection at all Masses in the parish this weekend.

Donagh Hillside Womens Group are having a Flower arrangement this Tuesday 18 Dec in the Millennium Hall, Donagh from 10.00am-12.30 pm each day. Bring oasis container, greenery and a bunch of flowers. Everyone welcome.

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Second Sunday of Advent (Year C) Parish of Galloon

9 December 2012

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

All queries through the parish office.

Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com website: www.galloonparish.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

Not too late to make a straight path: Amid the hustle and bustle of December and the run-up to Christmas, do we give ourselves a chance to prepare for the gift God is giving us this and every Christmas? What areas do we need to work on and what obstacles do we need to remove from our life so we are ready to welcome Jesus? It is not too late to make a straight path for the Lord to come into our lives.

Fri 14-St John of the Cross 1542-1591. A Carmelite, A man of prayer, an outstanding poet and spiritual writer. A doctor of the Church.

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm. Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30-10.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -10.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Server: 09.12.12-Group 2: Aoife Cadden, Conor Courtney, Caolfhionn Holland, Daniel McLoughlin, Oisin McKeown, Katie Kiernan. 16. 12.12-Group 1-Declan Crudden, Tara Conlon, Sarah Martin, Declan and Oran Wilson.

Choir Practice starts on this Tuesday night in Newtownbutler starting at 7.00 pm. All members welcome.

NTB St Patrick’s Day Committee Fundraising Race Night on Sat 22 December in Melarkey’s Bar, NTB at 8.00 pm.

from 12.00-3.00 pm in the Parish Hall. Look forward to seeing your all there.

Faith and Light Christmas Party is on this Sunday 9 Dec at 3.00 pm in St Ronan’s Parish Centre. All welcome.

Bunscoil an Traonaigh are holding Irish Language Classes every Wednesday night at their premises. Classes are at 7.00 pm for beginners, 7.45 pm for higher lever and costs £15 for the year. To register or further information call Loretta on 67724441. Interested in Irish-Medium education? Bunscoil an Traonaigh Open Night at their school on Thursday 13 Dec at 7.00 pm. Naiscoil an Traonaigh Open morning on Wednesday 12 Dec from 12.00-2.00 pm.

Christmas Youth Retreat-Youth 2000 Ireland will be holding their annual Christmas youth retreat in Newbridge College, Co Kildare from Friday 14 to Sunday 16 Dec 2012. Over 500 young people16 – 35 years expected to attend this donation only event, newcomers welcome. Weekend consists of an action packed programme of prayer, workshops, drama, inspirational talks, games music and chill out time. It’s a great way to learn more about your Catholic Faith. Please book online if you are interested and bring a sleeping bag if you wish to avail of on-site accommodation. Retreat starts with registration on Friday at 8.00 pm. Free buses also available. For more info check out www.youth2000.ie or call 00353 6753690 / 07598 876399 and see us on facebook

Have you heard tell of it? ..Stories from the Townlands of Newtownbutler. 12 workshops between January-February 2013 and based around project themes-Characters, Songs and Stories, Cooking, Customs, Crafts and Cures, Natural Landscape and Horticulture and Local Heritage and many other memories you would like to share. Information from the workshops will be recorded in a book that will be sold in local shops of which profits from book sales will be returned to the Newtownbutler Day Centre.

Connons Social Club: Demonstration of Christmas Cooking on Monday 10 December at 8.00 pm sharp by Frank Moynighan, Author, Chef and Broadcaster. Also Floral demonstr5ation by Irene (Lisnaskea Flowers)

Galloon Thursday Club monthly social evening this Thursday night, 13th Dec starting at 6.00 pm. (Note earlier start) in Mulligans Lounge, Newtownbutler..

Galloon Ramblers-Sunday 9 December next walk Killyfole and all meet at Community Centre, NTB at 1.00 pm sharp.

Parish Collection: 02.12.12 The Priests of the Parish thank you for your offerings on 02.12.12. As well white envelopes returned amounted to £240.40 and €248.20. Loose change £234.20 and €45.20. Total to parish funds £474.60 and €293.40. Sick Priests Fund Collection: Final Amount £911.00 and €283.50.

Pray for the repose of the souls of Frank (Francey) McManus, Conway Place who died last weekend and Eamon Casey, Clontibert, (brother of Kathleen Cadden, Gortgommon View) who died during the week. May God grant them eternal rest and comfort their grieving families and friends

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am except Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday morning at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 8.12.12: Margaret Quaile, Dearbhla McPhillips. Sun 09.12.12: Ethna McGovern, Marie Keenan. Sat 15.12.12: Garbhan McPhillips, Shannon Courtney. Sun 16.12.12: Paddy Conlon, Sinead Crudden.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Johnnie Melarkey, Lurganboy. Sun 11.30 am: Kathleen Carey, Lurganboy Park. Monday 6.45 pm: The Deceased Members of Fermanagh GAA. Friday 7.30 pm: Month’s Mind Kitty McAviney, High St.

Sat 10.00 am: Annie & James McNamee, Main St and Susan O’Neill, Clones. Sat 6.30 pm: Patrick & Paddy Swift, Lurganboy Pk. Sun 11.30 am: Gabriel O’Keefe, Main St.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday at 7.00 pm. For the rest of the week as arranged day by day.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 09.12.12: Siobhan McCormack, Genevieve Crudden. Sun 16.12.12: Elizabeth McCormack, Ashling McDermott.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 9th-10.00 am: Hugh & Mary McGuinness, Alexander Rise. Mon 10-7.00 pm: The Deceased of the McDonald Family, Lettergreen. Tues 9.30 am: Tom & Eileen Cassidy, Monion & John & Mary Ann Cassidy, Baltreagh. Sat 15-8.00 pm: Louis Leonard, Kieranmore. Sun 16-10.00 am: Mick & Sheila Mohan, Kieranmore.

Donagh Senior Citizen’s Christmas Outing is arranged for Thurs 13 Dec at The Oaks Restaurant in Lisnarick. . Bus leaves Millennium Hall about 12.15pm costing £5 person all included. If you have not been contacted, please call us to book a seat 07720416993 or 07870249566. Feel free to bring a friend along.

St Vincent de Paul Society Monthly Collection at all Masses in the parish next weekend.

Donagh Hillside Womens Group are having a 2 weeks of Flower arrangements starting this Tuesday 11 December and next Tuesday 18 Dec in the Millennium Hall, Donagh from 10.00am-12.30 pm each day. Bring oasis container, greenery and a bunch of flowers. Everyone welcome.

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First Sunday of Advent (Year C) Parish of Galloon

2 December 2012

Priests of the Parish: Rev Michael King, PP; Tel: 67738229 Canon Edward Murphy, CC; Tel: 67738640

Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Tel: 028 67737935.

All queries through the parish office.

Email address: galloonparish@gmail.com website: www.galloonparish.com

Newtownbutler Defibrillator Group: Voluntary out of hour’s service after 7.00 pm. Telephone 07699764165

St Vincent de Paul Society: Newtownbutler/Donagh area Local Telephone No: 07903419206

Mass via The Internet: Log on to churchservices.tv and you will find Newtownbutler, St Mary’s for the Masses

‘Stay Awake, praying at all times for the strength to survive all that is going to happen’.

Saturday 8 December: Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation). Masses for the Feast – In Newtownbutler on Friday at 7.00 pm and on Saturday at 10.00 am; in Donagh on Saturday at 10.00 am.

How can we say ‘Yes’ to God today? Where can we make space in our lives for God to make his home in us? Nothing is impossible to God. What wonders he can work if we just say yes!

Newtownbutler: Eucharistic Adoration on Wednesday from 10.30 am - 2.00 pm; Sunday 7.00-9.00 pm.

Eucharistic Adoration–in Adoration Chapel, Donagh on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7.30-10.30pm; Tuesday 10.00 am -10.30 pm. ‘Come and pray, Watch and pray one hour

Mass Server: 2 12.12-Group 1-Declan Crudden, Tara Conlon, Sarah Martin, Declan and Oran Wilson. 09.12.12-Group 2: Aoife Cadden, Conor Courtney, Caolfhionn Holland, Daniel McLoughlin, Oisin McKeown, Katie Kiernan.

Choir Practice starts on this Tuesday night in Newtownbutler starting at 7.00 pm. All members welcome.

NTB St Patrick’s Day Committee Fundraising Race Night on Sat 22 December in Melarkey’s Bar, NTB at 8.00 pm.

NTB Day Centre is having a Sale of Work/Coffee morning, Bric-a-Brac & craftwork in Community Centre, NTB on this Wednesday, 5 December 2012. Everyone welcome. Please support.

Galloon Ramblers Walk on Sunday 2 Dec at Springrove, Roslea. Meet at Community Centre, Newtownbutler at 1.00 pm.

NTB Christmas Lights will be switched on Thursday 6 Dec starting at 7.30 pm with Santa visiting. Everyone welcome. Tea/Coffee served and lots of activities in the Community Centre, Newtownbutler.

St Mary’s Youth Club are hosting their annual Christmas Markets on Sunday 9 December from 12.00-3.00 pm in the Parish Hall. Look forward to seeing your all there.

St Joseph’s Young Priests Society Meeting in Adoration Bookshop, Donagh after the 7.00 pm Mass on Monday 3 Dec.

Faith and Light Christmas Party is taking place on Sunday 9 Dec at 3.00 pm in St Ronan’s Parish Centre. All welcome.

Rural Youth Entrepreneurship Project: Young People interested in starting up their own business are asked to come to the Community Centre, NTB on Tuesday 4 Dec for an all-day workshops starting at 10.00 am. Contact Rural Development Council 028 86766980 for more information.

Pope John Paul Award 2013-Succesful launch for those who have decided to take advantage of this opportunity. To achieve the award a follow up meeting to the launch night takes place on this Mon 3 Dec at 8.00 pm in Parish Pastoral Centre. If you were unable to be present at launch night but would like to complete the aware please attend this meeting.

Interested in Irish-Medium education? Bunscoil an Traonaigh Open Night at their school on Thursday 13 Dec at 7.00 pm. Naiscoil an Traonaigh Open morning on Wednesday 12 Dec from 12.00-2.00 pm. Telephone 677 24441 for any info.

Visitation of the Sick and Housebound: Thursday-The Donagh Area, Camphill Park, Killaghy, Ports and Derryadd. Friday-The town area, The Islands, Kilready, Legmacaffrey, Lehinch and Drumralla.

Parish Collection: 25.11.12 £952.20 and €90.80. Loose change £200.40 and €50.20. Total to parish funds £1152.60 and €141.00. Sick Priests Fund Collection: Last call for this collection so please make sure of your contribution

Pray for the repose of the soul of Patsy McCaffrey, Teemore who died during the week. May God grant him eternal rest and comfort his grieving family and friends

Newtownbutler: Morning Mass at 10.00 am except Wednesday and Friday. Evening Masses on Wednesday and Friday at 7.00 pm. Confessions: Saturday 12.00-1.00 pm. Vigil Mass on Saturday at 6.30 pm; Sunday morning at 11.30 am.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sat 1.12.12: Catherine Conlon, Nicki Conlon. Sun 2.12.12: Annie Leonard, Michaela Fitzpatrick. Sat 8.12.12: Margaret Quaile, Dearbhla McPhillips. Sun 09.12.12: Ethna McGovern, Marie Keenan.

Anniversary Masses: Sat 6.30 pm: Mary Coyle, Agharooskey. Sun 11.30 am: Sean McKiernan, Drumbroughas. Mon 10.00 am: Mary & Thomas Woods, Kevenagh . Sat 10.00 am: Maureen McDermott, Crom Road. Sat 6.30 pm: Johnnie Melarkey, Lurganboy. Sun 11.30 am: Kathleen Carey, Lurganboy Park.

Donagh: Sun Mass: 10.00 am: Evening Mass: Monday and Friday at 7.00 pm. Morning Mass on Saturday at 10.00 am. For the rest of the week as arranged day by day.

Eucharistic Ministers: Sun 2.12.12: Annie McGovern, Sean Og Cadden. Sun 09.12.12: Siobhan McCormack, Genevieve Crudden.

Anniversary Masses: Sun 2nd Dec 10.00 am: Hugh & Mary McGuinness, Alexander Rise. Friday 7-7.00 pm: Paddy Foster, Cormonlea. Sun 9th-10.00 am: Nil Mon 10-7.00 pm: The Deceased of the McDonald Family, Lettergreen.

Donagh Hillside Women’s Group are having a discount jewellery sale on Tuesday 4 December, the last Yoga morning from 10.30 am-1.00 pm in Millennium Hall, Donagh. Some box necklaces, rings, etc for xmas presents. Feel free to browse.

Donagh Senior Citizen’s Christmas Dinner arranged for Thurs 13 Dec at The Oaks Restaurant in Lisnarick. Everyone from Donagh and surrounding areas welcome as usual so keep this date free. Bus leaves Millennium Hall about 12.15pm costing £5 person all included. To book a seat , call 07720416993.07870249566. Feel free to bring a friend along.

Pioneer Meeting in Donagh on Tuesday 4 December at 8.00 pm.

Donagh Wee Folk Playgroup: If your child was born between 02.07.2009 and 01.072010 please call to the playgroup to collect your Admission Form which must be completed and returned to the Playgroup by Friday 11 January 2013.

Donagh Christmas Festivities: Sat 8 Dec-Christmas Disco from 5.00-7.00 pm and then congregate at Millennium Hall for switching on of Christmas Lights. Refreshments, Carol Singing etc. Sun 9 Dec-Christmas Bazaar at 3.00 pm in Donagh Clubhouse.