Friday, November 27, 2009

tullow Parish Newsletter 29th November, 09

TALKING HELPS
Confidential Counselling Service available. Contact 087 6658405 or Email: talking helps@eircom.net.
MASSES
TULLOW: Sundays: Vigil Mass: Saturday at 7.30 p.m.
Sunday 8.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.
Holy Days: Vigil 7.30 p.m. (except Sundays) 8.30 a.m., 11.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m.
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30 a.m.
Friday 7.30 p.m.
Saturday: 10.00 a.m.
GRANGE: Sundays & Holy Days: 9.30 a.m.
ARDATTIN: Sunday & Holy Days: 10.30 a.m.
PRIESTS OF THE PARISH
PHONE NUMBERS
Fr. Brendan Byrne
059 9152159
087 6646616
Fr. Andy Leahy
059 9180641
087 9438270

TULLOW BINGO
Bingo every Thursday night at 8.30 p.m.
in Murphy Memorial Hall.
Hickson’s Supervalu jackpot next week is €920.

29th November, 2009. FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT.

BAPTISMS
IN TULLOW PARISH
Baptisms in Tullow Church at the following times:
1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 5 p.m.
2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at 2 p.m. Please contact Parish Centre on 9151277.
BAPTISMS IN GRANGE will be held on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month at 4 p.m.
BAPTISMS IN ARDATTIN will be held on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month at
4 p.m.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Intentions for Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd December. That children may be respected and loved and never be the victims of exploitation in its various forms.

ANNIVERSARIES
Mass for deceased members of ONE. at 11.30 a.m. today.
ANNIVERSARY MASSES FOR FRIDAY 4TH DECEMBER,
7.30 p.m.
Peggy Flynn, Pairc Mhuire. Jim Fogarty, 26 Monacurragh, Carlow. Kevin Moylan, late of 33 Pairc Mhuire. Ellen Archibold, Castledermot Road. John Purcell, Newry & Tullow. Vimy McQuinn, Pairc Mhuire. Patrick & Roseanna Nolan, Dublin Road. Patrick Doran & daughter Mary, Cannonsquarter and also Hugh O’Neill and deceased family members. Martin O’Neill, Bellwood Drive. Thomas Jackman, Paulville. Anna May Behan, Myshall.


Servers for the Coming Week
GROUP 1
A: Orla McCormack, Emily Bolger.
B: Roisin Delaney, Katelyn Ansbro.
C: Katie Jones, Lauren Carroll.
Groups for Sunday.
8.30 a.m. Roisin Delaney, Katie Jones & Lauren Carroll.
11.30 a.m. Orla McCormack, Emily Bolger & Katelyn Ansbro.

COLLECTIONS
Offertory: €1,300. Development: €2,213. Many thanks.

CLONFERT: A day of prayer for healing will be held in Emmanuel House of Providence, Clonfert on Saturday 28th November. Speakers: Fr Michael Kennedy & Eddie Stone. Bus departs Church Car Park at 8 a.m. sharp via Killerig Cross, Closh Stores and bus stop Barrack Street, Carlow. Bring packed lunch. To book a seat phone Lily on 059 9151245 or Ila on 059 9151120.

HAT BOX, Paulville, Tullow. Large selection of hats, head pieces, feathers and accessories available for hire. For appointments contact 086 3840474 or 9180819.

ROSEBUD THERAPIES
is now up and running in Tullow Parish Centre. Natural Health treatments.
Discounts for unwaged, O.A.P.’s and special needs. Creams also available. Phone 085 1672298 or email rosebudtherapies@yahoo.ie www.rosebudTherapies.com

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY FOR 2010
FIRST CONFESSION:
Grange/Ardattin: Wednesday/Thursday 24th/25th March.
Tullow: Thursday March 25th at 7.30 p.m.
CONFIRMATION:
Tullow: Saturday 8th May at 11.30 a.m.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:
Grange: Sunday 16th May at 9.30 a.m.
Ardattin: Sunday 16th May at 10.30 a.m.
Tullow: Saturday 22nd May at 11.30 a.m.

FIRST COMMUNION PROGRAMME
The First Communion Programme for children in 2nd class continues next weekend.
Tullow: Saturday 21st November at 7.30 p.m. Mass
Grange: Sunday 22nd November at 9.30 a.m. Mass.
Ardattin: Sunday 22nd November at 10.30 a.m. Mass.

GRAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT
in aid of Breast Cancer Research
in Mount Wolseley Golf Clubhouse
on Friday 18th December at 8 p.m. sharp.
Tickets now available from Tresor in
Rathwood, at the Golf Desk in Mt. Wolseley,
Regina Hanley or contact 087 6426725.
Tickets €20.

TULLOW COUNTRY MARKET
will hold a Special Christmas Fair
on Sunday 6th December
in Tullow Parish Centre
9 a.m.—3 p.m.
We are also open for business after Mass on Saturday evening 5th December.

LITURGY OF HOPE
An invitation to the people of Tullow, Grange and Ardattin
“Together we can share the Light”
Tullow Parish Church
on Thursday 3rd December at 8 p.m.
‘Reach Out’ Christmas gift pack will be distributed.
Refreshments afterwards in the Parish Centre.
All are welcome.

TULLOW GOOSE CLUB
will be held
on Sunday 13th December
in aid of
The Cairdeas Centre, Tullow
from 7.30 p.m. —10.30 p.m.
in Murphy Memorial Hall.
Please support this very worthy cause.
NOVELTY BINGO in aid of Tullow Day Care Centre on Monday 30th November at 7.30 p.m. in Centre.
BUS TRIP TO NEWRY on Saturday 5th December. Contact Kathleen on 087 9028064 after 5 p.m. €20 per person.
Remembrance Mass for deceased members of O.N.E. on Sunday 29th November at 11.30 a.m. in Tullow Parish Church. Mass will be followed by blessing and unveiling of memorial stone in Church Car Park.
FLOWER DEMONSTRATION
in aid of
Carlow/Kilkenny Homecare Team
in Parish Centre, Tullow
on Wednesday 2nd December at 7 p.m.
by Garden Haven Florist.
Tea/Coffee and Mince Pies (complimentary) will be served.
All arrangements will be
raffled on the night. Adm: €10.

Alzheimer’s Society
Charity Christmas Cards are now on sale in The Haven, Alzheimer Day Care Centre, Tullow. Pack of 10 cards €7.50.

SEE YOUR NAME ON A STAR! Saturday 5th December is International Volunteer Day—a special occasion selected by the U.N. to celebrate the commitment and generosity of volunteers all around the world. In Tullow parish, we appreciate the opportunity to highlight the contributions of volunteer organisations and individual volunteers at local, parish, national and international levels.
A “lighting ceremony” will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday 3rd December and all volunteers are invited to come and view the spectacle. The Christmas Tree will be displayed in the Fairgreen Shopping Centre and will be decorated with special stars on which will be listed the name of Tullow volunteers.
Naomh Padraig Bowls opened on Monday 23rd November. To date there is a membership of 28. Bowls on Monday and Friday 2– 4 p.m. in G.A.A. Sports Complex, Ballymurphy Road, Tullow.
Forthcoming Christmas Draw on December 21st for Turkey, Ham, Lamb, coal and briquettes.

RACE NIGHT in aid of Cystic Fibrosis next Friday night 4th December in The Irish Bar, Tullow. First race at 9.30 p.m. Horses available from The Irish Bar or contact Nick on 085 1198198.

Carlow Volunteer Centre will hold their Outreach Service next Thursday 3rd December from 10 a.m.—1p.m. in Forward Steps Resource Centre.
Active Retirement: Bus trip to New Arts Centre, Carlow next Thursday 3rd December. Bus leaves Tullow Day Care Centre at 2.45 p.m.
Active Retirement Bowls every Monday and Friday from 2– 4 in Murphy Memorial Hall.
Committee Meeting on Tuesday 1st December at 1.30 p.m. in Forward Steps following by General Meeting at 2.30 p.m.
Get your Christmas Party tickets from Bernie at Forward Steps. Party will be held on 10th December.

FORWARD STEPS: If you are a stay at home mam or a currently unemployed young woman and would like to gain computer skills and meet new people why not come along to Forward Steps Resource Centre on Tuesday morning from 9.30 to 11.30 a.m. Childcare can be provided. For more information on this or any of our ongoing courses please contact Jen on 059 9152776 or 086 8555294.

COFFEE MORNING in aid of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin on Friday 11th December in Teach Bride from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

LITURGY GROUP: Training Course concludes in Teach Bride on Tuesday 1st December at 8 p.m.
GRANGE PASTORAL GROUP Meeting on Wednesday 2nd December at 8.30 p.m.

HOUSEBOUND
Fr. Andy will visit the housebound on Wednesday and Friday next.
Fr. Brendan will visit on Friday next.

CLOTHING COLLECTION in aid of Chernobyl Aid Ireland. Please donate your unwanted clothes on Wednesday 2nd December from 9 a.m.—12 noon at Tullow Church Car Park. Further information from Tina Kavanagh 087 6301350.

THANK YOU: The Kathleen Young Memorial Table Quiz: The Care of the Elderly Group wishes to say a very sincere thank you to all who supported the Quiz, those who donated prizes and John Colgan and staff at the Tara Arms. The amount realised was €747.00
3 piece suite of furniture to take away. Phone 085 7216919.
Good home needed for 2 jack Russell puppies. Phone 085 7216919.

SOME SUGGESTIONS
FOR KEEPING ADVENT IN THE HOME …

¨ Create an Advent Wreath for the home.
¨ Light an Advent Candle at night.
¨ Listen to Advent Music.
¨ Spend some time in Quiet Prayer/Meditation.
¨ Reflect on Scripture Readings:

This week why not start or end your day with one of the following prayer phrases taken from the Scripture
readings of the First Sunday of Advent!

¨ “To you O Lord I lift up my soul”
¨ “Lord, make me know your ways. Lord,
teach me your paths”
¨ “God’s ways are faithfulness and love”
¨ “The Lord-our-integrity”
¨ “Come Lord Jesus”.

CHRISTMAS STATIONS will be held during the week as follows:
MONDAY: The Shroughaun, Steepleview, The Course, Crosskeys, Station
Road, Tullowhill, Ashbrook, Rath Felim, St. Olivers Villas.
Shillelagh Road, Shillelagh Grove, Hillbrook Estate, Ard Phelim,
Knocklow and Ardoyne.
TUESDAY: Rathglass, Crosslow, Mt. Wolseley Vilalge, Ouragh, Wastegrass,
Mt. Aaron, The Mullawn, Mill St., Mill Court, the Square,
Bridge Street, Barrack St., Courtview, Courtlawns, The Rise, Church St., Bishop’s St., John St., Old & New Chapel Lane,
Tintean Phadraig, Monastery Court.
WEDNESDAY: Abbey St., Hawkins Lane, the Green, Templeowen, Bellwood
Drive, The Links, St. Austins, Elmgrove, Ardristan, Roscatt,
Cannonsquarter, Thomas Traynor Rd., Tullowbeg, St. Patrick’s
Park, Slaney View Drive, Carlow Road, Hawthorn Drive.
THURSDAY: Tullowland, Coppenagh, Ballymurphy, Downings, Kill, Rathlyon,
Tankardstown, Butlersgrange, Paulville, Ballymurphy, Ardattin
Area.
FRIDAY: Pairc Mhuire, Dublin Road, Fr. Murphy Terrace, Phelim Wood,
Grange area.
MASS EACH MORNING AT 9.30 a.m.
EVENING MASS on Friday night at 7.30 p.m.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Have you time? “Jesus waits for us in this Sacrament of Love”. St. Brigid’s Oratory, Tues/Wed 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

CHRISTMAS STATIONS: Please use your special envelope for ‘Christmas Stations’ this weekend. Thank you.
St. Patrick’s G.F.C.: Table Quiz:
The club will hold a Table Quiz in aid of the Players Injury Fund on Friday night December 11th in the Hogan Stand Bar. Team of 4: €40.

CHRISTMAS YOUTH 2000 Retreat
A National Youth 2000 Christmas Retreat for Young People aged 16-35 takes place at Newbridge College, Newbridge from Friday 18th to Sunday 20th December. Contact 01 6753690 or 086 3025442 for information.
TULLOW LIBRARY: Christmas Crafts—’Card making for kids’ on Tuesday 8th December at 11 a.m. Please book by calling 9136299.

Friday, November 20, 2009

Tullow Parish Newsletter 15th November, 2009

TULLOW BINGO
Bingo every Thursday night at 8.30 p.m.
in Murphy Memorial Hall.
Hickson’s Supervalu jackpot next week is €880.

15th November, 2009. Thirty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time.

BAPTISMS
IN TULLOW PARISH
Baptisms in Tullow Church at the following times:
1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 5 p.m.
2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at 2 p.m. Please contact Parish Centre on 9151277.
BAPTISMS IN GRANGE will be held on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month at 4 p.m.
BAPTISMS IN ARDATTIN will be held on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month at
4 p.m.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Intentions for Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th November. That all the men and women in the world, especially those who have responsibilities in the field of politics and economics, may never fail in their commitment to safeguard creation.
ANNIVERSARIES
ANNIVERSARY MASSES FOR FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER, 7.30 p.m.
Richard & Mary Elliot & son Richard, Clonmore. Esther & James Hennessy, son Patrick & granddaughter Sandra Dooley, Butlersgrange. John & Bridie Fitzgerald, Mill Street & Aghade & Attracta Doyle, Ratheendaw. May McNabb, Church Street. Josephine & Thomas Murphy, The Green. Elizabeth Dargan, The Green. Deceased members of the Kavanagh family, Kill and the Murphy family, Templeowen. Sean Maher & family, Castledermot Road. Margaret Kelly & family, Pairc Mhuire. John & Elizabeth Dalton, Dublin Road. Mary & James Watchorn & deceased family members, Pairc Mhuire.
MONTHS MIND MASS for Peter Smithers, Steepleview Cresent next Sunday 22nd November at 11.30 a.m.
Servers for the Coming Week
GROUP 5
A: Megan Scannell, Niamh Flynn.
B: Nicole Murray, Liath Clarke.
C: Katherine Ronan, Aoife Gahan.
Groups for Sunday.
8.30 a.m. Megan Scannell, Nicole Murray & Niamh Flynn.
11.30 a.m. Katherine Ronan, Liath Clarke & Aoife Gahan.
COLLECTIONS
Offertory: €1126. Development: €2,057. Many thanks.

CLONFERT: A day of prayer for healing will be held in Emmanuel House of Providence, Clonfert on Saturday 28th November. Speakers: Fr Michael Kennedy & Eddie Stone. Bus departs Church Car Park at 8 a.m. sharp via Killerig Cross, Closh Stores and bus stop Barrack Street, Carlow. Bring packed lunch. To book a seat phone Lily on 059 9151245 or Ila on 059 9151120.

FIRST COMMUNION PROGRAMME
The First Communion Programme for children in 2nd class continues next weekend.
Tullow: Saturday 21st November at 7.30 p.m. Mass
Grange: Sunday 22nd November at 9.30 a.m. Mass.
Ardattin: Sunday 22nd November at 10.30 a.m. Mass.

GRAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT
in aid of
Breast Cancer Research
in Mount Wolseley Golf Clubhouse
on Friday 18th December
at 8 p.m. sharp.
Tickets now available from Tresor in
Rathwood, at the Golf Desk in Mt. Wolseley,
Regina Hanley or contact 087 6426725.
Tickets €20.
Bus trip to Blanchardstown on Saturday 28th November. Cost €15 per person. Contact Brigid on 087 9494308 or Brigid on 085 1057351.

DIVINE MERCY PRAYER GROUP
Come and pray with us. Monday 8—9 p.m. in the Parish Centre.

World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
Today Sunday 15th November.
Prayers will be offered at all Masses this weekend for safety on our roads, for victims of accidents and their families.

Come and See - Sun 22nd Nov. Church of the Irish Martyrs Naas.
An information afternoon will take place in the Church of the Irish Martyrs Naas from 2.30pm-5pm on Sunday 22nd November for men interested in Learning more about the path to priesthood in this diocese. Contact Fr. R. O’Domhnaill for more details. Phone: 045 434069.


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TULLOW COUNTRY MARKET will hold a
Special Christmas Fair
on
Sunday 6th December
in Tullow Parish Centre
starting at 9 a.m.
Tullow Country Market continues every Friday morning in Tullow Parish Centre from 10 a.m.—12 noon.

ROSARY: The Rosary will be recited every Sunday during the month of November in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Tullow at 3 p.m.
“Naomh Padraig Bowls Club”
A new Bowls Club will open on Monday 23rd November in G.A.A. Sports Complex, Ballymurphy Road, Tullow from 2—4 p.m. and every Monday and Friday each week thereafter.
Be assured of a warm welcome. Come and enjoy 2 hours bowls, tea and a chat. Contact Ann Waite on 086 1698135.

LITURGY GROUP: Training course continues in Teach Bride at 8 p.m. on Tuesday 17th November.
St. Patrick’s G.F.C.
The club will hold its A.G.M. on Saturday November 21st at 6 p.m. at the Clubhouse in Bro. Leo Park. All members are requested to attended and new and intending members are especially welcome.

Tullow Flower & Garden Club present a Gala Flower Arranging Extravaganza (with Christmas in mind) on Tuesday 17th November at 8 p.m. in Mt. Wolseley, Tullow. Tickets €20 available from Ina 059 9151550 or Kathleen on 087 6476089. Supporting Alzheimer’s Society and St. Vincent de Paul.

FUNDRAISER in aid of Cancer Research, Care & Cure on Saturday November 21st in The Bridge House at 9 p.m. Music, Auction, spot prizes etc. Enquiries to John Lucas on 087 6259763.

MASS for deceased members of Tullow Day Care Centre will be celebrated on Monday 16th November at 7 p.m. in the Centre.
Management Committee Meeting at
8 p.m. same night.
Carlow Pride of Place
Congratulations to all the local winners announced last Thursday night in the Lord Bagenal Hotel.
1st in the business award.
Glendale Nursing Home Tullow.
1st in single Category: Cairdeas Centre
2nd in Category D: Tullow Town .
Tullow Housing Estates.
1st: Steeple view Crescent, 2nd: Hillbrook Estate,
3rd: Fr Murphy Terrace/Dublin Rd.
Well done to all who took part in the Competition in 2009.


LITURGY OF HOPE: As part of the celebration in every parish in the diocese at the same time, you are invited to a Liturgy of Hope in Tullow Parish Church on Thursday 3rd December at 8 p.m. This year’s ‘Reach Out’ Christmas gift pack will be distributed on the night. Refreshments afterwards in Tullow Parish Centre.

“The Cry of the Earth” - A Pastoral reflection from the Irish Bishop’s Conference on the challenges of climate change is available at all church doors. In the words of Pope Benedict; - “The environment is God’s gift to everyone, and in our use of it we have a responsibility towards the poor, towards future generations and towards humanity as a whole”.

St. Patrick’s G.F.C.
A.G.M. on Saturday next November 21st at 6 p.m. in the Clubhouse in Bro. Leo Park. All members are requested to attend and any new or intending members are especially welcome.
Tickets for the forthcoming medal Presentation to the Victorious Slaney Rangers Minor team on Friday night 20th November in the Tara Arms can be purchased from Mick O’Neill on 086 1225491 or Hugh Murphy on 086 1238842.

TEACH BHRIDE, TULLOW.
SLIDE SHOW TALK: ‘Transformation through Creative Expression and Spontaneous Painting’ in Teach Bhride on Monday 16th November at 7.15 p.m.
“Loss and Recovery”: This seminar is presented by Fr. Jim Cogley. It will explore loss in its many facets and how it is also an invitation to wholeness. Monday 23rd and 30th November at 7.30 p.m. in Teach Bhride. Cost €10 per night or €5 for unemployed. Phone Teach Bhride on 9152465.
“Talk It Over” are having a celebration and Tank You Service for the late Noel Coonan R.I.P in Teach Bhride on Sunday 15th November at 3 p.m.
YOGA for pregnant women on Monday night 16th November at 7 p.m. Contact Anette at 085 1473420.

STUDY PLAN for Leaving Cert 6th years students starting in the Bishop’s House, Tullow on Monday 16th November 7.30—9 p.m. for 4 weeks. Places are limited to 20. First come first served. €10. Contact Eddie O’Neill, Youth Worker, Tullow Youth Project on 086 3538849.

MARATHON FUND: Caroline, Eileen, Ila, Brendan and his dream team have finally reached the end of an amazing fundraiser. The public support and generosity has shocked everyone involved. The total has reached a staggering €18,000. Brendan successfully finished the marathon in 4 hours 24 mins. A Presentation Night will be held in The Tara Arms on Friday November 27th at 9 p.m. All are very welcome to attend. The Haven and Cairdeas Centres will each receive €9,000. Many thanks to everyone who has helped in any way in the last 3 years. The gross total is €52,500.

LITURGY OF HOPE
As part of this year’s diocesan Christmas ‘Reach Out’ campaign, a Liturgy of Hope will be celebrated in every parish across the diocese on Thursday 3rd December at 8 p.m.

In this time of economic difficulty and uncertainty, this prayer service will offer communities an opportunity to come together in a spirit of hope. In solidarity with one another, the message of hope that is at the centre of our faith can raise our spirits and our hearts from the worry of these days. This hope reminds us that the light of Christ reaches even the darkest corners of our lives.

Our shared prayer on December 3rd can remind us that together we are stronger, that there is a future for every one of us and that all will be well.

St. Patricks Juvenile Hurling & Football Club will hold it’s A.G.M. on Wednesday 25th November at 8 p.m. in Parish Centre. All members are asked to attend. New members are welcome. Parents are asked to put in a special effort to attend this meeting. The Club will hold its Presentation day on Sunday 13th December. More details later.

TULLOW I.C.A. will hold its next meeting on Monday 16th November at 8 p.m. in Teagasc. Rosaleen Byrne of Rosebud Therapies will give a talk on complimentary therapies. Members are asked to bring along some brack.

TULLOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL “Tractor Run” on Friday November 20th from 10—11.30 a.m. Route: Leave the School, through Ardattin, the Bunclody Rd and back through the town arriving back at the school at 11.30 a.m. approx. Students have sponsor cards and we appreciate all the support we can get.

GRANGE FOOTBALL CLUB
Mass for deceased members of the club next Sunday 22nd November at 9.30 a.m. in Grange Church.

TULLOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Information Night of the CAO system and other options for parents and students on Thursday 19th November at 7.30 p.m.

tullow Parish Newsletter 22nd November, 09

TALKING HELPS
Confidential Counselling Service available. Contact 087 6658405 or Email: talking helps@eircom.net.
MASSES
TULLOW: Sundays: Vigil Mass: Saturday at 7.30 p.m.
Sunday 8.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.
Holy Days: Vigil 7.30 p.m. (except Sundays) 8.30 a.m., 11.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m.
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30 a.m.
Friday 7.30 p.m.
Saturday: 10.00 a.m.
GRANGE: Sundays & Holy Days: 9.30 a.m.
ARDATTIN: Sunday & Holy Days: 10.30 a.m.

PRIESTS OF THE PARISH
PHONE NUMBERS
Fr. Brendan Byrne
059 9152159
087 6646616
Fr. Andy Leahy
059 9180641
087 9438270

TULLOW BINGO
Bingo every Thursday night at 8.30 p.m.
in Murphy Memorial Hall.
Hickson’s Supervalu jackpot next week is €900.

22nd November, 2009. Our Lord Jesus Christ, Universal King.

BAPTISMS
IN TULLOW PARISH
Baptisms in Tullow Church at the following times:
1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 5 p.m.
2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at 2 p.m. Please contact Parish Centre on 9151277.
BAPTISMS IN GRANGE will be held on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month at 4 p.m.
BAPTISMS IN ARDATTIN will be held on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month at
4 p.m.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Intentions for Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25th November. That believers in the different religions, through the testimony of their lives and fraternal dialogue, may clearly demonstrate that the name of God is a bearer of peace.
ANNIVERSARIES
MONTHS MIND MASS for Peter Smithers, Steepleview Cresent today Sunday 22nd November at 11.30 a.m.
ANNIVERSARY MASSES FOR FRIDAY 27TH NOVEMBER, 7.30 p.m.
Nancy Smith, Templeowen. James Butler, Newstown. Paddy Hurley & deceased family members, The Course. Pirre Redmond, The Course. Billy Lucas, Templeowen. Michael O’Neill, 16 St. Austins Terrace.
Jamie Coady, Shillelagh Grove. James & Julia Coady, Mill Street. Mary Keogh, St. Austins Terrace. John Corcoran, 38 Hillbrook Estate. John Lawlor. Hannah Gartland, Dublin Road. John & May Lane, Tullowhill. John, Mary & Noel Curran, Friarstown & Maurice Flood, Friarstown. Ollie McGrath, Castledermot Road. Tom & Peg Jackman, Paulville. Martin Fitzgerald, late of Mill Street & James Higgins, late of Pairc Mhuire. Michael Sunderland, Station Road. Michael & Julia Fleming, Knocklow. Paddy Donohoe, Paulville. May & Paddy Keogh, son Pat & daughter Kathleen, Tullowland. The Keogh family, . James & Mary Ann Fox & deceased family embers, Coppenagh. Nicholas & Elizabeth Jackman, Tullowbeg.
Servers for the Coming Week
GROUP 6
A: Jessica Browne, Niamh Bailey.
B: Amy Redmond, Megan Sheeran.
C: Edele Maher, Courney Roche.
Groups for Sunday.
8.30 a.m. Jessica Browne, Amy Redmond & Niamh Bailey.
11.30 a.m. Edele Maher, Megan Sheeran & Courtney Roche.
COLLECTIONS
Offertory: €1184. Development: €2,058. Many thanks.

TULLOW, GRANGE
& ARDATTIN
PARISH NEWSLETTER
CLONFERT: A day of prayer for healing will be held in Emmanuel House of Providence, Clonfert on Saturday 28th November. Speakers: Fr Michael Kennedy & Eddie Stone. Bus departs Church Car Park at 8 a.m. sharp via Killerig Cross, Closh Stores and bus stop Barrack Street, Carlow. Bring packed lunch. To book a seat phone Lily on 059 9151245 or Ila on 059 9151120.

HAT BOX, Paulville, Tullow. Large selection of hats, head pieces, feathers and accessories available for hire. For appointments contact 086 3840474 or 9180819.

ROSEBUD THERAPIES
is now up and running in Tullow Parish Centre. Natural Health treatments.
Discounts for unwaged, O.A.P.’s and special needs. Creams also available. Phone 085 1672298 or email rosebudtherapies@yahoo.ie www.rosebudTherapies.com

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY FOR 2010
FIRST CONFESSION:
Grange/Ardattin: Wednesday/Thursday 24th/25th March.
Tullow: Thursday March 25th at 7.30 p.m.
CONFIRMATION:
Tullow: Saturday 8th May at 11.30 a.m.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:
Grange: Sunday 16th May at 9.30 a.m.
Ardattin: Sunday 16th May at 10.30 a.m.
Tullow: Saturday 22nd May at 11.30 a.m.

FIRST COMMUNION PROGRAMME
The First Communion Programme for children in 2nd class continues next weekend.
Tullow: Saturday 21st November at 7.30 p.m. Mass
Grange: Sunday 22nd November at 9.30 a.m. Mass.
Ardattin: Sunday 22nd November at 10.30 a.m. Mass.

GRAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT
in aid of
Breast Cancer Research
in Mount Wolseley Golf Clubhouse
on Friday 18th December
at 8 p.m. sharp.
Tickets now available from Tresor in
Rathwood, at the Golf Desk in Mt. Wolseley,
Regina Hanley or contact 087 6426725.
Tickets €20.

Bus trip to Blanchardstown on Saturday 28th November. Cost €15 per person. Leaving Dublin Road at 8.15 a.m. Contact Brigid on 087 9494308 or Brigid on 085 1057351.
DIVINE MERCY PRAYER GROUP
Come and pray with us. Monday 8—9 p.m. in the Parish Centre.

Come and See - Sun 22nd Nov. Church of the Irish Martyrs Naas.
An information afternoon will take place in the Church of the Irish Martyrs Naas from 2.30pm-5pm today Sunday 22nd November for men interested in Learning more about the path to priesthood in this diocese. Contact Fr. R. O’Domhnaill for more details. Phone: 045 434069.


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TULLOW COUNTRY MARKET will hold a
Special Christmas Fair
on
Sunday 6th December
in Tullow Parish Centre
starting at 9 a.m.
Tullow Country Market continues every Friday morning in Tullow Parish Centre from 10 a.m.—12 noon.

ROSARY: The Rosary will be recited every Sunday during the month of November in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Tullow at 3 p.m.
“Naomh Padraig Bowls Club”
A new Bowls Club will open on Monday 23rd November in G.A.A. Sports Complex, Ballymurphy Road, Tullow from 2—4 p.m. and every Monday and Friday each week thereafter.
Be assured of a warm welcome. Come and enjoy 2 hours bowls, tea and a chat. Contact Ann Waite on 086 1698135.

LITURGY OF HOPE
“Together we can share the Light”
in Tullow Parish Church
on Thursday 3rd December at 8 p.m.
‘Reach Out’ Christmas gift pack will be distributed.
Refreshments afterwards in the Parish Centre.

TEACH BHRIDE, TULLOW.
“Loss and Recovery”: This seminar is presented by Fr. Jim Cogley. It will explore loss in its many facets and how it is also an invitation to wholeness. Monday 23rd and 30th November at 7.30 p.m. in Teach Bhride. Cost €10 per night or €5 for unemployed. Phone Teach Bhride on 9152465.


MARATHON FUND: A Presentation Night will be held in The Tara Arms on Friday November 27th at 9 p.m. All are very welcome to attend. The Haven and Cairdeas Centres will each receive €9,000. Many thanks to everyone who has helped in any way in the last 3 years. The gross total is €52,500.

St. Patricks Juvenile Hurling & Football Club will hold it’s A.G.M. on Wednesday 25th November at 8 p.m. in Parish Centre. All members are asked to attend. New members are welcome. Parents are asked to put in a special effort to attend this meeting. The Club will hold its Presentation day on Sunday 13th December. More details later.

GRANGE FOOTBALL CLUB
Mass for deceased members of the club today Sunday 22nd November at 9.30 a.m. in Grange Church.

TULLOW GOOSE CLUB
will be held
on Sunday 13th December
in aid of
The Cairdeas Centre, Tullow
from 7.30 p.m. —10.30 p.m.
in Murphy Memorial Hall.
Please support this very worthy cause.
THANK YOU: The family and friends of the late Caroline Dowling, Hawthorn Drive would like to thank all those who supported the Charity event held recently which raised €2,800. A donation on €1,200 was given by Tullow Fund Raisers so a total of €4,000 will be given to Carlow/Kilkenny Homecare Team.

NOVELTY BINGO in aid of Tullow Day Care Centre on Monday 30th November at 7.30 p.m. in Centre.

CHRISTMAS WHIST DRIVE on Tuesday 24th November at 8.30 p.m. in St. Columba’s School. All are welcome.

BUS TRIP TO NEWRY on Saturday 5th December. Contact Kathleen on 087 9028064 after 5 p.m. €20 per person.

LITURGY GROUP: Training Course continues in Teach Bride on Tuesday 24th November at 8 p.m.

Remembrance Mass for deceased members of O.N.E. on Sunday 29th November at 11.30 a.m. in Tullow Parish Church. Mass will be followed by unveiling of memorial stone in Church Car Park.

TULLOW DAY CARE CENTRE.
No social on Monday night
23rd November due to staff training.

FLOWER DEMONSTRATION
in aid of
Carlow/Kilkenny Homecare Team in Parish Centre, Tullow
on Wednesday 2nd December at 7 p.m.
by Garden Haven Florist.
Tea/Coffee and Mince Pies (complimentary) will be served.
All arrangements will be
raffled on the night. Adm: €10.

CHRISTMAS GIFT FAIR
on Sunday 29th November
from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
in Rathoe Hall
Cards, Jewellery, Christmas Flowers, Candles, Feltcraft, Avon, Home Baking, Face Painting and lots lots more.
Orders taken for Christmas.

CHRISTMAS CARDS
Irish made Christmas cards in aid of Saplings are on sale now in the Parish Centre and the Tullow Discount Store. St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Cards also on sale in the Parish Centre.

Alzheimer’s Society
Charity Christmas Cards are now on sale in The Haven, Alzheimer Day Care Centre, Tullow. Pack of 10 cards €7.50.
“My kingdom is not of this world”

His Kingdom is not of this world,
but is part of this world;
like the branch is part of the tree.
And when we speak of justice, peace,
forgiveness and love,
we speak of his Kingdom;
and when we live from his truth,
we are not far from the Kingdom of God.
(Donal Neary SJ)

SCRIPTURE SHARING BOOKLETS FOR ADVENT: Available at Parish Centre.
€2 each.

THANK YOU: The Kiltegan Fathers send sincere thanks and prayers to all who send in used stamps through the Apostolic Work Society for the Missions. Keep up the good work.

THANK YOU from Aid to the Church in Need: You will be pleased to hear that the above received a wonderful response from the parish of Tullow.

TULLOW ACTIVE RETIREMENT
The Annual Memorial service for deceased members will be held on Tuesday 24th November at 2.30 p.m. Fr. Andy and Rev. Orr will conduct the ceremony and afterwards afternoon tea will be served in the Parish Centre.
The Active Retirement bowls continues on Mondays and Friday in Murphy Memorial Hall from 2—4 p.m. Teams have been entered in the National Bowls competition to be held in Breffy House Hotel in Castlebar from 8—12th March.

SEE YOUR NAME ON A STAR! Saturday 5th December is International Volunteer Day—a special occasion selected by the U.N. to celebrate the commitment and generosity of volunteers all around the world. In Tullow parish, we appreciate the opportunity to highlight the contributions of volunteer organisations and individual volunteers at local, parish, national and international levels.
A “lighting ceremony” will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday 3rd December and all volunteers are invited to come and view the spectacle. The Christmas Tree will be displayed in the Fairgreen Shopping Centre and will be decorated with special stars on which will be listed the name of Tullow volunteers.

Friday, November 6, 2009

Tullow Parish Newsletter 8th November, 09

TALKING HELPS
Confidential Counselling Service available. Contact 087 6658405 or Email: talking helps@eircom.net.
MASSES
TULLOW: Sundays: Vigil Mass: Saturday at 7.30 p.m.
Sunday 8.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.
Holy Days: Vigil 7.30 p.m. (except Sundays) 8.30 a.m., 11.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m.
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30 a.m.
Friday 7.30 p.m.
Saturday: 10.00 a.m.
GRANGE: Sundays & Holy Days: 9.30 a.m.
ARDATTIN: Sunday & Holy Days: 10.30 a.m.

PRIESTS OF THE PARISH
PHONE NUMBERS
Fr. Brendan Byrne
059 9152159
087 6646616
Fr. Andy Leahy
059 9180641
087 9438270

TULLOW BINGO
Bingo every Thursday night at 8.30 p.m.
in Murphy Memorial Hall.
Hickson’s Supervalu jackpot next week is €860.

8th November, 2009. Thirty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time.

BAPTISMS
IN TULLOW PARISH
Baptisms in Tullow Church at the following times:
1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 5 p.m.
2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at 2 p.m. Please contact Parish Centre on 9151277.
BAPTISMS IN GRANGE will be held on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month at 4 p.m.
BAPTISMS IN ARDATTIN will be held on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month at
4 p.m.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Intentions for Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th November. For those grieving for loved ones that The Lord will help them through difficult times.

ANNIVERSARIES
FIRST ANNIVERSARY MASS for Ann Carroll, Ardoyne today Sunday 8th November at 11.30 a.m.

ANNIVERSARY MASSES FOR FRIDAY 13TH NOVEMBER, 7.30 p.m.
John Dwyer, The Forge, Castlemore. Patrick & Brigid Cannon, Elmgrove and deceased members of the Cannon & Byrne families. Michael & Brigget Kenny, Templeowen. Martin & Brigid Earle, Dublin Road. Liam Sunderland, Pairc Mhuire. Pat Mulhall, Pairc Mhuire. Elizabeth Gahan, Crosslow. Phyllis Hogan, 29 Pairc Mhuire. Patrick & Elizabeth Doyle, Castlemore. Patricia Gorman, Pairc Mhuire.
Servers for the Coming Week
GROUP 4
A: Laura Kershaw, Elena Byrne.
B: Andrea Cooper, Karoline Galysa.
C: Marcelle Mullen, Emma Holligan & Laura Pecksheeva.
Groups for Sunday.
8.30 a.m. Laura Kershaw, Andrea Cooper & Elena Byrne.
11.30 a.m. Marcelle Mullen, Karoline Galysa, Emma Holligan & Laura Pecksheeva.

COLLECTIONS
Offertory: €1025. Development:
€2,002. Many thanks.
TULLOW, GRANGE
& ARDATTIN
PARISH NEWSLETTER
CLONFERT: A day of prayer for healing will be held in Emmanuel House of Providence, Clonfert on Saturday 31st October. Speakers: Fr Michael Kennedy & Eddie Stone. Bus departs Church Car Park at 8 a.m. sharp via Killerig Cross, Closh Stores and bus stop Barrack Street, Carlow. Bring packed lunch. To book a seat phone Lily on 059 9151245 or Ila on 059 9151120.

HAT BOX, Paulville, Tullow. Large selection of hats, head pieces, feathers and accessories available for hire. For appointments contact 086 3840474 or 9180819.

ROSEBUD THERAPIES
is now up and running in Tullow Parish Centre. Natural Health treatments.
Discounts for unwaged, O.A.P.’s and special needs. Creams also available.
Phone 085 1672298 or email rosebudtherapies@yahoo.ie www.rosebudTherapies.com

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY FOR 2010
FIRST CONFESSION:
Grange/Ardattin: Wednesday/Thursday 24th/25th March.
Tullow: Thursday March 25th at 7.30 p.m.
CONFIRMATION:
Tullow: Saturday 8th May at 11.30 a.m.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:
Grange: Sunday 16th May at 9.30 a.m.
Ardattin: Sunday 16th May at 10.30 a.m.
Tullow: Saturday 22nd May at 11.30 a.m.

CHARITY 10km RUN/WALK
To raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society will take place on Sunday November 15th at 1 p.m. from Mt. Wolseley Hotel. Anyone interested in taking part can contact Mt. Wolseley Leisure Centre on 9180108 for sponsorship cards. This is aimed to be a fun day out and all are welcome.

FIRST COMMUNION PROGRAMME
The First Communion Programme for children in 2nd class continues next weekend.
Tullow: Saturday 17th October at 7.30 p.m. Mass
Grange: Sunday 18th October at 9.30 a.m.
Mass.
Ardattin: Sunday 18th October at 10.30 a.m. Mass.

GRAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT
in aid of
Breast Cancer Research
in Mount Wolseley Golf Clubhouse
on Friday 18th December
at 8 p.m. sharp.
Tickets now available from Tresor in
Rathwood, at the Golf Desk in Mt. Wolseley,
Regina Hanley or contact 087 6426725. Tickets €20.

YOUR CHOIR NEEDS YOU!
Can you imagine Christmas Mass without Silent Night or Adeste Fideles? No? Do you enjoy hearing the Choir on a Sunday morning? Of course you do! But the choir can only continue if you help us! In Ardattin we rehearse for about 15 minutes before Mass on Sundays. Age is no barrier; all are welcome—and needed! Talk to any choir member and you’ll be most welcome!

AID TO THE CHURCH IN NEED
We welcome two representatives from Aid to the Church in Need to our parish this weekend. Anyone wishing to make a contribution towards their work can do so at Mass.
Bus trip to Blanchardstown on Saturday 28th November. Cost €15 per person. Contact Brigid on 087 9494308 or Brigid on 085 1057351.

St. Patrick’s Juvenile
G.A.A. Club
Indoor Hurling for all Under 6’s, 8’s and 10’s will resume in the Community School Gym on Thursday November 5th from 6—7 p.m. New members welcome. Cost €2 per night.

The Kathleen Young Memorial
Fun Table Quiz
in the Tara Arms
on Wednesday 11th November
at 8 p.m.
in aid of Care of the Elderly Christmas & Summer Parties. Your support would be gratefully
appreciated.

DIVINE MERCY PRAYER GROUP
Come and pray with us. Monday 8—9 p.m. in the Parish Centre.

World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
Sunday 15th November.
Prayers will be offered at all Masses next weekend for safety on our roads, for victims of accidents and their families.

THANK YOU: The Annual Collection for the Blind took place last weekend. Many thanks to all who contributed and a special thanks to all who helped with the collection. €2,697.72 was collected.

St. Joseph’s Young Priest
Society.
Meeting on Tuesday 10th November at
7 pm in Parish Centre.

Come and See - Sun 22nd Nov. Church of the Irish Martyrs Naas.
An information afternoon will take place in the Church of the Irish Martyrs Naas from 2.30pm-5pm on Sunday 22nd November for men interested in Learning more about the path to priesthood in this diocese. Contact Fr. R. O’Domhnaill for more details. Phone: 045 434069.


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Call to “Healthconscious” the Square Tullow to find out more or Call Rose on 085-7185131

TULLOW COUNTRY MARKET will hold a
Special Christmas Fair
on
Sunday 6th December
in Tullow Parish Centre
starting at 9 a.m.
Tullow Country Market continues every Friday morning in Tullow Parish Centre from 10 a.m.—12 noon.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT
Monthly Day Trip is to Newry on Wednesday 18th November. The bus will leave Church Carpark at 9 a.m. sharp. Members €16 and non members €20.
Memorial Service for our past deceased members will be held on Tuesday 24th November at 2.30 p.m. We will also be praying for families of members bereaved.
Ongoing Activities: Active Retirement bowls continue on Mondays and Fridays in Murphy Memorial Hall from 2—4 p.m. New members always welcome. Co-ordinators Stephen & Tom.

PRESENTATION NIGHT
Slaney Rangers Minor B Champions 2009. Limited numbers of tickets available. Contact Mick O’Neill on 086 1225491 or Hugh Murphy on 086 1238842.
ROSARY: The Rosary will be recited every Sunday during the month of November in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Tullow at 3 p.m.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Meeting on Wednesday 11th November at 8.15 p.m. in Parish Centre.
“Naomh Padraig Bowls Club”
A new Bowls Club will open on Monday 23rd November in G.A.A. Sports Complex, Ballymurphy Road, Tullow from 2—4 p.m. and every Monday and Friday each week thereafter.
Be assured of a warm welcome. Come and enjoy 2 hours bowls, tea and a chat. Contact Ann Waite on 086 1698135.

LITURGY GROUP: Training course for liturgy groups for Tullow, Grange and Ardattin and for members of the Parish Pastoral Council begins this Tuesday 10th November and continues on the 17th, 24th and December 1st.
Venue: Teach Bride at 8 p.m.

BISHOP’S HOUSE Committee Meeting on Wednesday 11th November at 8 p.m.

Tullow Deanery Pastoral Council
Meeting on Thursday night 12th November at 8 p.m. in Parish Centre.

TULLOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Enrolment for September 2010 will be held in Tullow Community School next week, Monday 9th November to Thursday 12th November 10 a.m.—4.00 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Thursday evening 7.30—9.00 p.m.

GRANGE SCHOOL FUNDRAISER
Grange Parents Association are hosting a Table Quiz in the Killerig Hotel on Friday November 13th at 8 p.m. in order to raise much needed funds for the school. Table of 4 will cost €20.

St. Patrick’s G.F.C.
The club will hold its A.G.M. on Saturday November 21st at 6 p.m. at the Clubhouse in Bro. Leo Park. All members are requested to attended and new and intending members are especially welcome.
St. Annes U16 Final against O’Hanrahan’s today Sunday 8th November in Old Leighlin at 2 p.m. Support appreciated.

Tullow Flower & Garden Club present a Gala Flower Arranging Extravaganza (with Christmas in mind) on Tuesday 17th November at 8 p.m. in Mt. Wolseley, Tullow. Tickets €20 available from Ina 059 9151550 or Kathleen on 087 6476089.

FUNDRAISER in aid of Cancer Research, Care & Cure on Saturday November 21st in The Bridge House at 9 p.m. Music, Auction, spot prizes etc. Enquiries to John Lucas on 087 6259763.

MASS for deceased members of Tullow Day Care Centre will be celebrated on Monday 16th November at 7 p.m.
Recommendations re
current HSE guidance for
Churches on Swine Flu:
In this present state of H1N1 influenza spread, the HSE advices that
¨ Receiving Holy Communion on the tongue should be
discouraged.
¨ That the chalice should not be shared (i.e. even with
Eucharistic Ministers).

“From the little she had, she has put in everything she possessed, all she had to live on”.

There are different ways of giving, as we are reminded of in today’s readings.
There is the example of the scribes, which is condemned by Jesus.
Their giving is done to attract attention so that they will be noticed and praised by others.
But there is another kind of giving. We see this in the story of the widow in the first reading, who from the goodness of her heart shares her last piece of bread with the prophet. We see it in the Gospel, where the widow humbly offers all she has.
This is the kind of giving that the Lord invited us to: where we give from the heart out of love and generosity.

USED CLOTHING COLLECTION DRIVE for Homeless orphans in Kenya on Wednesday 11th November in Tullow and Ardattin Church Grounds before 12 noon.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL have the following furniture: wardrobes, bedside lockers, armchairs, bunk bed. Anyone in need of any of the above please phone 083 3478914.