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This is the
page for Newsletters from 1st September 2004 to 31st December
2005. They are listed in reverse order (most recent
first)
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December
18th/19th 2004
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
PARDON
SUNDAY
Thanks to all the priests who helped out this weekend.
Christmas
Mass Schedule
Christmas Eve: 6.30p.m., 8.30p.m.,
Vigil 11.00p.m.(preceded by Carols from 10.30p.m.)
Christmas
Day: 10.00a.m., 11.00a.m., 12.15p.m.
No Evening Mass on Christmas Day.
St.
Stephen’s Day: 10.00a.m., 11.00a.m., 12.15p.m.
and 5.30p.m.
CHRISTMAS
PASTORAL OFFERINGS (DUES)
An envelope containing the Christmas Schedule of all Masses and Ceremonies
has been distributed to all the homes in the parish. Thank you to those
who have already contributed. Thanks also to the Collectors – your
enthusiasm and hard work is very much appreciated. (Spare envelopes containing
the Christmas Schedule are available at the back of the church).
Society
of St. Vincent de Paul
The annual indoor Church Collection last weekend amounted to €13,910.
Thank you for your generosity.
The
Castleknock Parish Choir (together with soloists and
guests) will present a Concert of Carols and other
Seasonal Music in the Parish Church, Beechpark Ave.,
this Sunday 19th Dec. at 8p.m. Proceeds to the Dublin
15 Hospice Fund.
Church,
School and Community Centre Security
Please keep a watchful eye on our church, school, community centre and
credit union during holiday time. If you notice anything amiss please ‘phone
the Gardai at 999.
JOY
TO THE WORLD – SONGS FOR THE SEASON
The Folk Choirs of Porterstown and Navan Road have come together to produce
a CD of Christmas songs and hymns in aid of the Dublin
15 Hospice Project. Each CD costs €10.
You can obtain the CD from Marie King @ 8207510. The CD can also be listened
to and purchased at www.joytotheworld.ie
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
Get
creative this winter!
Ceramic classes in Carpenterstown to suit all levels.
Modern purpose built studio come and learn how to make hand built ceramics
in a friendly atmosphere.
Children's craft classes available
Day and evening classes
All materials included
Contact Michelle Maher @ 087-2047695 and 01-6405614
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Marion
O’Donnell Month’s Mind |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Patricia
Logan Month’s Mind
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| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Jack
Mullett Anniversary |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Eileen
Keogh Anniversary |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
Ann
Marie Corcoran Anniversary |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS
Arthur
McCoy, recently deceased, Jerry O’Neill,
William Orr, Con and Susan Hegarty whose anniversaries occur at this
time and all those whose names are on the
Altar List of the Dead.
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December
11th/12th 2004
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
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Newsletters]
Pardon Sunday Rite 11 – Next
Weekend.
We will have a number of priests at all Masses, so please – bring
a friend!
Children preparing for Pardon Sunday
During next week the children of 4th, 5th and 6th classes will come to
church for a Reconciliation Service and Mass. (Grand)parents and guardians
are most welcome to join them. Keep an eye on their school diary. The
children of 3rd class will receive the Sacrament of Forgiveness on
Tuesday.
Ecumenical Prayer Service – Welcome home
Scripture reading, reflection, prayer and song on the theme of the coming
of Christ to our inner home. Prepared by parishioners and Cana. Thursday,
Dec. 16 @ 8pm in the Day Chapel. With some time for sharing over a
cuppa afterwards.
CHRISTMAS PASTORAL OFFERINGS (DUES)
An envelope containing the Christmas Schedule of all Masses and Ceremonies
will be distributed to all the homes in the parish during the coming
week. If by any chance you do not receive one or are not from this
parish but would like to know the times of our Christmas Masses & Ceremonies
please take a Pastoral Offering Envelope from the table at the back
of the church.
We would like to say a big ‘Thank You’ to
all the children who took part in the ‘Heart to
Hand’ – Children Helping Children food appeal
last weekend.
The Dublin 15
Hospice Committee would like to express their sincere
thanks to Mr. Des O’Donnell, husband of the late
Marion O’Donnell, his work colleagues, relatives
and friends for their most generous contribution of €1,l01.70
towards the Hospice Fund.
ART EXHIBITION
Thanks to all who supported last week’s Art Exhibition. €16,000
was raised and all proceeds have gone to the Hospice Fund. Again, many
thanks for your support.
Thanks also to the Castleknock Ladies Golf Society
for their donation of €5,000 towards the Hospice
Fund.
Society of St. Vincent de
Paul.
Annual indoor Church Collection this weekend. Thank you.
Castleknock & District Garden Club
Meeting in Our Lady’s Parish Centre, Castleknock on Wednesday,
Dec. 15 at 8p.m. Theme: Christmas in the Home. Flower arranging demonstration
by Anne Kinsella Admission €5 (includes Mulled Wine!)
Planned Giving – Standing Orders
Thanks to all those who returned Standing Orders. The annual total from
the new ones will be €4,700. Many thanks to all who have pledged
toi contribute. If
you are considering changing to a standing order please take one from
the table at the back of the church or print
it out here, and return it to the Parish Office.
JOY TO THE WORLD – SONGS FOR THE SEASON
The Folk Choirs of Porterstown and Navan Road have come together to produce
a CD of Christmas songs and hymns in aid of the Dublin
15 Hospice Project. Each CD costs €10.
You can obtain the CD from Marie King @ 8207510. The CD can also be listened
to and purchased at www.joytotheworld.ie
Blanchardstown
Community Christmas Concert 2004
The Blanchardstown Community Gospel Choir, in association with choirs
and musicians from the Dublin 15 area are holding their 3rd Annual Christmas
Concert on Sunday, 12th December in St. Mary of the Servants Church,
Blakestown at 8p.m. All welcome.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
Get
creative this winter!
Ceramic
classes in Carpenterstown to suit all levels.
Modern purpose built studio come and learn how to make hand built ceramics
in a friendly atmosphere.
Children's craft classes available
Day and evening classes
All materials included
Contact Michelle Maher @ 087-2047695 and 01-6405614
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Seamus Fox R.I.P. |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Jim Forristal Month’s Mind
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| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Thomas & Esther Flood Anniversaries |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Tony Gormally Remembrance |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
Mary White Anniversary |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS
Vincent Travers, Eileen Whitelaw, Mary
Gallagher,
Paddy O’Byrne Margaret McGinty, Seamus, Hugh and Mollie McDonald,
Margaret and Nigel Kinsella whose anniversaries occur at this time
and all those whose names are on the Altar List of the Dead.
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Newsletter
for December 4th/5th 2004
Second
Sunday of Advent
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Newsletters]
Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Wednesday,
December 8 – A Holy Day of Obligation
Mass Times: Vigil: Tuesday at 8.00p.m.
Wednesday: 10.00a.m., 12.15p.m. and 8.00p.m.
Finding Christmas
Join some parents and children here in the church 1.00 – 1.30p.m.
Tuesdays and Thursdays of Advent to reflect and find Christmas in our
busy lives. Everyone welcome.
ADVENT - A TIME OF PREPARATION FOR CHRISTMAS
An opportunity to get together ecumenically to experience Advent using
scripture, prayer and traditional customs.
Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 8p.m. in Castleknock Parish Centre.
The Advent Themes in the Gospels.
(led by the Rev. Andrew Orr). All welcome.
Planned Giving – Standing Orders
Thanks to all those who returned Standing Orders. The annual total from
the new ones will be €4,700. Many thanks to all who have pledged
toi contribute. If
you are considering changing to a standing order please take one from
the table at the back of the church or print
it out here, and return it to the Parish Office.
CHRISTMAS begins with CHRIST
Without HIM there is no real celebration.
A One-Day Retreat
Where: Dowdstown House in the grounds of the Columbans,
Dalgan Pk, Dublin Rd., Navan.
When: Saturday next 11th December
Time: 10.a.m. to 5p.m.
Cost: €25 to include lunch, morning and afternoon tea/coffee.
Contact: Margaret Watts @ 8212573 or Fr. Seamus Connell, Chaplain at
Blanchardstown Hospital @ 8215473 or 086-3594890.
Society of St. Vincent
de Paul
Annual Church Collection next weekend. It will replace the SHARE collection.
Thank you for your continued generosity and support
JOY TO THE WORLD – SONGS FOR THE SEASON
The Folk Choirs of Porterstown and Navan Road have come together to produce
a CD of Christmas songs and hymns in aid of the Dublin
15 Hospice Project. Each CD costs €10.
You can obtain the CD from Marie King @ 8207510. The CD can also be listened
to and purchased at www.joytotheworld.ie
Exhibition of Paintings by Fr. Eugene Kennedy & Friends
An exhibition of Paintings is being held in the Day Chapel this weekend,
4th/5th December.
Exhibition Times:
Saturday: 1.30p.m. and after 6.30p.m. Mass.
Sunday: 1.00p.m. and after 5.30p.m. Mass until 7p.m.
Proceeds in aid of Dublin 15/Northwest
Hospice Fund.
Blanchardstown
Community Christmas Concert 2004
The Blanchardstown Community Gospel Choir, in association with choirs
and musicians from the Dublin 15 area are holding their 3rd Annual Christmas
Concert on Sunday, 12th December in St. Mary of the Servants Church,
Blakestown at 8p.m. All welcome.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
Get
creative this winter!
Ceramic
classes in Carpenterstown to suit all levels.
Modern purpose built studio come and learn how to make hand built ceramics
in a friendly atmosphere.
Children's craft classes available
Day and evening classes
All materials included
Contact Michelle Maher @ 087-2047695 and 01-6405614
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Kay O’Neill 1st Anniversary |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Altar List of the Dead
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| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Adam and Ciaran Byrne and Catherine O’Driscoll
Anniversaries |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Frank Lyons Anniversary |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
Carmel O’Sullivan Month’s Mind |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS
Joan and Timothy Murphy, Marie Monnelly, Vincent Travers, Patrick Anthony
Lalor whose anniversaries occur at this time and all those whose names
are on the Altar List of the Dead.
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Newsletter
for November 27th/28th 2004
First
Sunday of Advent
This Sunday is the First Sunday of Advent – the beginning of the
church year – a time for renewal and reflection. Try to keep Christ
in Christmas. Use Advent to refocus – to get priorities right – especially
with the children.
First Friday
Friday next is the First Friday. There will be Exposition of the Blessed
Sacrament following the 10 o’clock Mass until 12noon.
ISANDS (Irish Stillbirth and Neonatal Death
Society)
Christmas Service of Remembrance in St. Nicholas of Myra Church, Francis
Street, Dublin on the 5th December at 7.30p.m. All welcome.
‘HEART TO HAND’ - Children Helping
Children
Next weekend, instead of holding our annual Toy Sunday, we have been
requested to donate non-perishable foodstuffs for disadvantaged children
and their families. Of course the usual format will prevail where the
children of the parish will continue to come up to the altar with their
gifts at all Masses. Thank you.
St.
Francis Hospice Dublin 15/Northwest
The Calendar Sales Team would like to express their sincere Thanks for
the incredible generosity of all who bought calendars and contributed
to the Hospice cause. An amount of €6,500 was received.
The Dublin West Group of Amnesty
International will distribute leaflets this weekend
asking you to write a brief message on a Christmas
card and send it to a person who is unjustly imprisoned
in some part of the world. Such a greeting can give
great hope to a person in anguish.
Exhibition of Paintings by Fr. Eugene Kennedy & Friends
An exhibition of Paintings will be held in the Day Chapel next weekend
4th/5th December.
Exhibition Times:
Saturday: 1.30p.m. and after 6.30p.m. Mass.
Sunday: 1.00p.m. and after 5.30p.m. Mass until 7p.m.
Proceeds in aid of Dublin 15/Northwest
Hospice Fund.
Standing
Order: (Planned Giving)
Thanks to all who returned Standing Order forms. If you are considering
changing to a standing order please take one from the table at the back
of the church or print it out here,
and return it to the Parish Office.
Blanchardstown
Community Christmas Concert 2004
The Blanchardstown Community Gospel Choir, in association with choirs
and musicians from the Dublin 15 area are holding their 3rd Annual Christmas
Concert on Sunday, 12th December in St. Mary of the Servants Church,
Blakestown at 8p.m. All welcome.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
Get
creative this winter!
Ceramic
classes in Carpenterstown to suit all levels.
Modern purpose built studio come and learn how to make hand built ceramics
in a friendly atmosphere.
Children's craft classes available
Day and evening classes
All materials included
Contact Michelle Maher @ 087-2047695 and 01-6405614
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Michael Doody Anniversary |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Dominic Foley and Mary Moore Anniversaries
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Billy and Bill Diskin Anniversaries |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Deceased Members of the Moynihan Family |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
Bridie and Michael Weldon Anniversaries |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS
Tom Leonard, Anne Fitzpatrick, Matthew Bowen, Catherine McDonald, whose
anniversaries occur at this time and all those whose names are on the
November Altar List of the Dead.
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Newsletter
for November 20th/21st 2004
Thirty-Fourth
Sunday in ordinary time
Our
Lord Jesus Christ, Universal King
St. Francis Hospice Dublin 15/Northwest:
HOPE 2005 Calendars on sale after all Masses. €10
each. All monies raised go to St. Francis Hospice Dublin
15 fund. These calendars are artistically designed and
reflect the spirit of hope and generosity in our community.
They are an ideal Christmas gift and very suitable as a
present from home for those living abroad. Thank you for
your support.
Service
of Enrolment for First Holy Communion children will
take place next Sunday at the 10.00a.m. and 5.30p.m.
Masses.
Standing
Order: (Planned Giving)
Thanks to all who returned Standing Order forms. If you are considering
changing to a standing order please take one from the table at the back
of the church or print it out here,
and return it to the Parish Office.
Blanchardstown
Active Retirement Group are holding a
Bric-a-Brac and Book Sale in the Community Centre beside
St. Brigid’s Church, Blanchardstown after the 7p.m. Mass next Saturday,
27th November and all day Sunday, November 28th.
Many bargains and collectables.
St.
Francis Xavier’s School, Roselawn Road, Annual
Christmas Fair, Sunday next 28th November 2-5p.m.
The
Dublin West Group of Amnesty
International will distribute leaflets next weekend
asking you to write a brief message on a Christmas
card and send it to a person who is unjustly imprisoned
in some part of the world.
Such a greeting can give great hope to a person in anguish.
Blanchardstown
Community Christmas Concert 2004
The Blanchardstown Community Gospel Choir, in association with choirs
and musicians from the Dublin 15 area are holding their 3rd Annual Christmas
Concert on Sunday, 12th December in St. Mary of the Servants Church,
Blakestown at 8p.m. All welcome.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
The
Cecilian Theatre Arts & Drama Society, Laurel Lodge
will present the Irish Premier of "A LITTLE PRINCESS",
the musical, on November 25th to November 27th at Draiocht
Theatre, Blanchardstown. Please take booking leaflet
from table at church rear.
Get
creative this winter!
Ceramic
classes in Carpenterstown to suit all levels.
Modern purpose built studio come and learn how to make hand built ceramics
in a friendly atmosphere.
Children's craft classes available
Day and evening classes
All materials included
Contact Michelle Maher @ 087-2047695 and 01-6405614
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Ross
Sweeney Anniversary |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Altar
List of the Dead
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Eamonn
Daly Anniversary |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Ann
Fitzpatrick Anniversary |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
Martin
Killock Anniversary |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Marion O’Donnell recently deceased, wife of Des of Sycamore Ave.,
Peggy Browne, also recently deceased, mother of Mairead Daly of Parklands,
Patrick and Catherine Curley whose anniversaries occur at this time
and all those whose names are on the November Altar List of the Dead.
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Newsletter
for November 13th/14th 2004
Thirty-Third
Sunday in ordinary time
Teenspirit
The programme is starting on Monday, 15th November at 7.30p.m. in the Day
Chapel. For those doing exams – you may need a break. Otherwise you
are welcome to come along on the second night.
CONFIRMATION
2005
The young people preparing for Confirmation are putting their names forward
in an Enrolment Service on Sunday next 21st November at the 10a.m. and
5.30p.m. Masses.
FIRST
COMMUNION
All parents of children going forward for 1st Holy Communion are invited
to a meeting in the School Hall on Thursday next 18th November at 8p.m.
PLANNED
GIVING
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Standing Orders
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Cash (envelope)
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| Month |
2003
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2004
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2004
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| August |
€9,139.00
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€9,214.90
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€274.00
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| September |
€9,451.01
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€9,696.89
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€795.00
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| October |
€8,802.88
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€8,944.33
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€322.67
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(Standing
order form now available online!)
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
Arts & Crafts
Gift Fair this Sunday, 14th November in Castleknock
Parish Centre, Main Street, Castleknock Village from
12.30p.m. to 5.00p.m. Great variety of stalls. Tea/coffee
and home baking available. Admission €3.00.
The
annual collection for CATHOLIC
YOUTH CARE (the Diocesan Youth Service) will be
made at all Masses this weekend. It will replace the
normal SHARE collection. Thank you.
Castleknock
College are holding an Assessment Test on Saturday
next 20th November from 9.30a.m. to 1.30p.m. for boys
who have already applied for entry into the college
in 2005. Applications may be made to the Admissions
Office at 8213051/8220960.
The
Cecilian Theatre Arts & Drama Society, Laurel Lodge
will present the Irish Premier of "A LITTLE PRINCESS",
the musical, on November 25th to November 27th at Draiocht
Theatre, Blanchardstown. Please take booking leaflet
from table at church rear.
GET CREATIVE THIS WINTER!
CERAMIC CLASSES IN CARPENTERSTOWN TO SUIT ALL LEVELS.
MODERN PURPOSE BUILT STUDIO
COME AND LEARN HOW TO MAKE HAND BUILT CERAMICS IN A FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE
CHILDREN'S CRAFT CLASSES AVAILABLE
DAY AND EVENING CLASSES
ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED
CONTACT MICHELLE MAHER @ 087-2047695 AND 01-6405614
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Joe
McNamara Anniversary |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Dominic
Foley Anniversary
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Patrick
Lacey Anniversary |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Paddy
Kavanagh Anniversary |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
Veronica
Lavin Anniversary |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Paddy
Galvin, recently deceased, father of Denis of Oaktree
Grove, Peter and Gertrude Gurken, Peter Daly, Gertrude
O’Connor, Gerard Gallen, Eamon Daly whose anniversaries
occur at this time and all those whose names are
on the November Altar List of the Dead.
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Newsletter
for November 6th/7th 2004
Thirty-Second
Sunday in ordinary time
The
Annual Financial Review will take place at all Masses
next weekend.
Teenspirit
Starting November 15 at 7.30 p.m. in the school hall. All newly
Confirmed young people are invited to attend a series of four evenings
full of drama, meditation, art, discussion and games.... Not to be missed!!
Be there!!
CONFIRMATION
2005
Parents are invited to the first evening of information and discussion
on Thursday, November 11th at 8p.m. in the School Hall.
Institute
of Technology Blanchardstown
For information on courses available visit their website at www.itb.ie
The
annual collection for CATHOLIC
YOUTH CARE (the Diocesan Youth Service) will be
made at all Masses next weekend. It will replace the
normal SHARE collection.
Special
Olympics of Ireland
A special Olympics network to support Special Olympic athletes is being
established in the Castleknock/Blanchardstown and surrounding areas. A
meeting will be held in Castleknock Tennis Club on Wednesday, 10th November
at 8p.m. All welcome.
The
Cecilian Theatre Arts & Drama Society, Laurel Lodge
will present the Irish Premier of "A LITTLE PRINCESS",
the musical, on November 25th to November 27th at Draiocht
Theatre, Blanchardstown. Please take booking leaflet
from table at church rear.
Ecumenical
Blessing of the Graves in both St. Brigid's, Castleknock& St.
Mary's, Clonsilla takes place this Sunday, November
7th at 3.30p.m. All welcome. (Collection for Dublin
15 Hospice Appeal).
Monthly
outdoor collection in aid of Society
of St. Vincent de Paul this weekend. Thank you
for your continued support.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Una
Slevin 1st Anniversary |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Matthew
and Elizabeth MeEntee Anniversaries
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Josephine
Cullen 1st Anniversary |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Jane
Hyde Recently deceased |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
Joe
and Jackie Sheridan, Eileen Keogh Anniversaries |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Peter Daly, Michael McConnon, Maude McDonagh whose anniversaries occur
at this time and all those whose names are on the November Altar List
of the Dead.
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Newsletter
for October 30th/31st 2004
Thirty-First
Sunday in ordinary time
Monday,
November 1st
All
Saints – Holyday of Obligation (to attend Mass)
Mass
Times: 10.00a.m., 12.15p.m. and 8.00p.m.
Tuesday,
November 2nd
All
Souls – Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed
Mass
Times: 10.00a.m. and 8.00p.m.
The 8.00p.m. Mass will be a special Mass of Remembrance. A Candle of
Remembrance will be lighted during the Mass.
A
cup of tea will be available in the Day Chapel after
the Mass of Remembrance on Tuesday night.
NOVEMBER
ALTAR LIST OF THE DEAD:
Envelopes
have been distributed to all the homes in the parish.
Please include name(s) and donation (optional) in the
envelope provided and return it to the Parish Office
before Nov. 2nd if possible.
Spare envelopes at the back of the church.
Teenspirit
Keep
an eye out for a letter coming through your door. Teenspirit,
a series of 4 evenings for newly confirmed youngsters
will start again in November! Drama, meditation, art,
discussion, games…. Not to be missed!! Be there!!
GIVE
A CHILD A CHANCE
Community
Care Area 6 Northern Area Health Board requires foster
carers for children between the ages of 8 years and upwards.
All family types welcome. Training & support provided.
Phone 8825066 for information.
The
Cecilian Theatre Arts & Drama Society,
Laurel Lodge will present the Irish Premier of “A
LITTLE PRINCESS”, the musical, on November
25th to November 27th at Draiocht
Theatre, Blanchardstown. Please take booking
leaflet from table at church rear.
Ecumenical
Blessing of the Graves in both St. Brigid’s,
Castleknock & St. Mary’s, Clonsilla takes
place on Sunday, November 7th at 3.30p.m. All welcome.
(Collection for Dublin 15 Hospice Appeal).
The
Miscarriage Association of Ireland are holding
a Service of Remembrance for all babies lost through
miscarriage in St. Teresa’a Church, Donore
Avenue on Sunday next November 7th at 3.00p.m. All
are welcome.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Helen
and Robert O’Reilly |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Daniel
and Nora O’Leary
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Thomas
Telford |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Paddy
Eustace |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
James
Keary |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Mary Reville, recently deceased, Emily Lyons, month’s mind, John
Kearney whose anniversary occurs at this time and all those whose names
are on the Altar List of the Dead.
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for October 23rd/24th 2004
Thirtieth
Sunday in ordinary time
We
would like to extend a warm welcome to Archbishop
Diarmuid Martin who is visiting our parish this
weekend.
MISSION
SUNDAY: Today is Mission Sunday - Let
it begin at home.
This
weekend's SHARE collection will be replaced by
the annual special collection for Mission Awareness.
Thank you for your continued support.
Parents
Involvement with Alive-O
Would you like to do something nice for Christmas? Are you free during
school time? We are looking for volunteers to help out with senior infants
and 1st class (4 sessions of 30 mins). No experience necessary!! Contact
Una Tobin, Catriona Peelo or Jenny.
Saturday
6.30p.m. Mass : also a time for 13+
Notice for everyone confirmed in the last few years: Come to the day
chapel after Mass on Saturday 30th October and we'll put our heads together
to see how we can celebrate your style!
NOVEMBER
ALTAR LIST OF THE DEAD
Envelopes have been distributed to all the homes in the parish. Please
include name(s) and donation (optional) in the envelope provided and
return it to the Parish Office as soon as possible. Spare envelopes at
the back of the church. Thank you.
The 8.00p.m. Mass on November 2nd will be a special Mass of Remembrance
for all who have been bereaved since last November. Where known, we have
written to all who have been bereaved during the past year. If you did
not receive a letter from us please complete the Book of Remembrance
which is located at the back of the church .
The
Cecilian Theatre Arts & Drama Society,
Laurel Lodge will present the Irish Premier of "A
LITTLE PRINCESS", the musical, from November
25th to November 27th at Draiocht
Theatre, Blanchardstown. Please take booking
leaflet from table at church rear.
St.
Brigid's Church, Castleknock and St. Mary's Church,
Clonsilla.
Ecumenical Blessing of the Graves on Sunday, November 7th at 3.30p.m.
All welcome. (Collection for Dublin 15 Hospice Appeal).
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Larry
Maguire 1st Anniversary |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
For
Lay & Religious Missions/Missionaries
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
James
Murray, Elizabeth Murray & Tom Kelly
Anniversaries |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
|
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
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REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Evelyn Doyle (Month's Mind), Michael Corrkery, recently deceased, (father
of John, Sycamore Ave.,) Patricia Logan, recently deceased, Annie McGovern,
Ester and William Fleming, whose anniversaries occur at this time and
all those whose names are on the Altar List of the Dead.
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for October 9th/10th 2004
Twenty-Eighth
Sunday in ordinary time
Archbishop
Diarmuid Martin will celebrate the 11.00a.m. and
12.15p.m. Masses here with us on Mission Sunday 24th October.
YOUNG
ADULT MASS
Anyone interested in reading scripture and prayer? Still looking for those
musicians or I.T. experts! We'd love to hear from anyone over 16 who would
like to get involved. Feel free to join us in the Day Chapel after the
6.30p.m. Mass to prepare for the next few weeks. Training for young adult
readers: Tuesday, Oct. 19 @ 7.30pm
NOVEMBER
ALTAR LIST OF THE DEAD:
Tuesday, November 2nd - All Souls - Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed.
There will be a special Mass of Remembrance on All Souls day at 8.00p.m.
A Candle of Remembrance will be lighted during the Mass for each deceased
person. Where known, we have written to all who have been bereaved during
the past year. If you have been bereaved and did not receive a letter please
let us know either by completing the Book of Remembrance which is located
at the back of the church or phoning the Parish Secretary at 087-6344248.
Monthly
outdoor collection in aid of the Society
of St. Vincent de Paul after all Masses this week.
Thank you for your continued support.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Mai,
Frank and Des Chambers Anniversaries |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Anne
O'Mara Month's mind
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Martin
Brosnan Anniversary |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Daniel
Carton Anniversary |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
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REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Annie Reddy, Jimmy Leydon, whose anniversaries occur and all those whose
names are on the Altar List of the Dead.
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for October 2nd/3rd 2004
Twenty-Seventh
Sunday in ordinary time
Feast
Days:
Monday October 4 St. Francis of Assisi
Thursday October 7 Our Lady of the Rosary
Today
is Emigrant Sunday. We remember and pray for all our
Emigrants at this time.
On
Monday, 4th October Castleknock Community College will
be celebrating their 10th anniversary of the opening
of the college. We congratulate them and thank them
for their co-operation and look forward to further
integration between college and community. To mark
the occasion President Mary McAleese will visit the
college.
MAKING
IT HAPPEN!!
The Young Adult Mass - Saturday 6.30p.m.
Last year we started, let's keep moving.
Interested in having your say, putting your ideas to the test, over 16years?
Let's meet: Monday, Oct. 4th at 7.30p.m. in the Day Chapel.
MARATHON
- BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY, October 25., Sponsorship
cards/caps etc., for Dublin 15 Hospice available
from Fr. Dan Joe at 8200915.
Castleknock
Hurling & Football Club would like to extend
a warm
welcome to Errigal Ciaran - home to Peter Canavan and Mickey Harte. Errigal
Ciaran were our host club in the National Feile, 2004, and we are delighted
to be able to return the favour and host them this weekend.
NOVEMBER
ALTAR LIST OF THE DEAD:
We invite all those bereaved within the past year to a Mass for the Commemoration
of the Faithful Departed on Tuesday, November 2nd at 7.30p.m. We are writing
individually to all those for whom we have addresses. If you did have a
bereavement in the past year and don't receive a letter before Friday next
8th October, please contact the Parish Secretary at 087-6344248. Thank
you.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
John
and Brigid Jones Anniversaries |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Mary
Byrne Anniversary
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
James
Pemberton Anniversary |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Special
Intention |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
Bob
and Kitty Nix Anniversaries |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Paul Byrne, Sr. Maureen, both recently deceased,Niall Annesley, Margaret
Drennan, whose anniversaries occur and whose names are on the Altar List
of the Dead.
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for September 11th/12th 2004
Twenty-fourth
Sunday in ordinary time
Coffee
Morning in aid of Hospice
care
Thursday 16th September – 9.15a.m. – 12noon.
Community Centre.Why not pop in during the morning, meet
some friends and help raise money for this very worthy
cause.
Weekday
Mass Monday to Friday at 10.00a.m.
Feast
Days
Tuesday, September 14: The Triumph of the Cross
Wednesday, September 15: Our Lady of Sorrows
We
take this opportunity of saying ‘thank you’ to
Sr. Miriam for all her dedication and work here in
our parish throughout the years. She will be sadly
missed but we wish her health and happiness in the
years to come.
Welcome
to Fr. Kelly Matibag. Fr. Kelly has come from Spain
to celebrate Mass with us this weekend. He is most
welcome and we wish him well in his Ministry.
Children’s
Liturgy Group
Just a reminder of the meeting for all new and existing members of the
Children’s Liturgy Group on Thursday, 16th September at 8p.m. in
the Day Chapel. Even if you have not signed up yet come along on Thursday.
PLANNED
GIVING
Outstanding Planned Giving for July and August will be welcome. Collectors
are asked to bring in their area collections to the Parish Office next
Tuesday from 7.30p.m. to 8p.m. Thank you. Would you consider changing to
a Standing Order? Forms available at the back of the church. Thank you.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass.
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Do
You Want to Share Your Faith with Others?
Come and make Light out of the Darkness.
Meeting for young adults 18 – 30.
8p.m. Thursday, 16th September.
Franciscan Friary, Main St., Blanchardstown.
Phone: Dan-Joe at 8200915 or 8213664. |
St.
Vincent de Paul monthly outdoor collection after
all Masses this weekend. Thank you for your continued
support.
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Vincent
Neehan Anniversary |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Frank
Fitzgerald Anniversary |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Brian
Dunphy Anniversary |
| Sun.
5.30p.m. |
John
Willoughby Anniversary |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Bridget Dundon, recently deceased, Patricia Lysaght, also recently deceased,
mother of Owen, Bernard Crowley whose anniversary occurs and all those
whose anniversaries occur at this time and whose names are on the Altar
List of the Dead.
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Newsletter
for September 4th/5th 2004
Twenty-third
Sunday in ordinary time
Weekday
Mass Monday to Friday at 10.00a.m.
A
member from the Children’s Liturgy Group will
talk at all Masses this weekend.
A
meeting of the Children's Liturgy group will take place
on Thursday September 16th at 8 p.m. in the Day Chapel.
Next
weekend we will be saying goodbye to Sr. Miriam Divilly
of the Sisters of St. Clare. The Sisters will be leaving
our community. We would like to thank the Sisters and
especially Sr. Miriam for her tremendous work in the
parish throughout the years. A presentation will be
made to Sr. Miriam.
Kelly
Matibag who was ordained in June will also be here
next weekend to celebrate Mass.
The
Order of Malta Cadets for young people between the
age of 10 and 16 will meet in the Community Centre
on Fridays between 6 and 7p.m. New members very welcome.
For information phone Mary on 8207191.
The
Conor Moore Benefit Night – Tuesday, 7th September,
2004
Venue: Spawell Lounge & Restaurant, Templeogue, Dublin, 6W.
Time: 8.30p.m. Admission: €10.
(See details on leaflet – available on table at church rear).
The
Parish of St. Brigid, Blanchardstown have a vacancy
for a Parish Secretary – Part time (Computer
skills essential).
Apply in writing with C.V. before Wednesday, September 8th to:
Very Rev. John Jones P.P.
Parochial House,
Blanchardstown, Dublin, 15. Tel. 821-3660.
A
lecture on bullying in the home, in the school and
in the workplace will take place on September 20th
at 7.30p.m. in
The Library, Blanchardstown Centre.
Speaker: Dr. Brendan Byrne. All welcome.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass.
Light
Out of Darkness – Information Night
Monday, 27th September. Details to follow.
A
lecture on bullying in the home, in the school and
in the workplace will take place on September 20th
at 7.30p.m. in The Library, Blanchardstown Centre.
Speaker: Dr. Brendan Byrne. All welcome.
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Michael
Shannon Anniversary |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Elizabeth & Thomas
O’Connor Anniversaries
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
Kay
Leech Month’s Mind |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Mary
Redmond Anniversary |
| Sun. 5.30p.m. |
Mary
Cunnane Month’s Mind |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Patrick
Logan, Jim Phibbs, recently deceased, father of Bernie
Armstrong, Maple Drive and all those whose anniversaries
occur at this time and whose names are on the
Altar List of the Dead.
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for August 28th/29th 2004
Twenty-second
Sunday in ordinary time
Weekday
Mass Monday to Friday at 10.00a.m.
Sunday evening Mass resumes next Sunday, September 5th at 5.30p.m.
Special
Collection
We would like to say a special ‘Thank you’ for your generosity
at last weekend’s collection in aid of the people of Darfur in
Western Sudan. The total amount collected was €7,200.
On
the weekend of 11/12th September we will be saying
goodbye to Sr. Miriam Divilly of the Sisters of St.
Clare. The Sisters will be leaving our community. We
would like to thank the Sisters and especially Sr.
Miriam for her tremendous work in the parish throughout
the years. A presentation will be made to Sr. Miriam
that weekend. Details next week.
Kelly
Matibag who was ordained in June will also be here
on the weekend of 11/12th September to celebrate Mass.
The
Parish of St. Brigid, Blanchardstown have a vacancy
for a Parish Secretary – Part time (Computer
skills essential).
Apply in writing with C.V. before Wednesday, September 8th to:
Very Rev. John Jones P.P.
Parochial House,
Blanchardstown, Dublin, 15. Tel. 821-3660.
The
10 o’clock Sunday Choir will start back with
practice at 1p.m. on Saturday, September 4th. All children
8 years and over are welcome.
The
Lourdes Fund collection will take place after all Masses
this weekend.
Fr.
Dan Joe O'Mahony Blanchardstown Centre Oratory
(B.C.O.)
www.bcoratory.irishcapuchins.com
Tel: 8200915/086.8090633
Mass: Monday to Saturday at 4.30p.m
Confessions: On request. Rite 11 Thursdays at 4.30p.m.
Blessing of the Sick: Every Friday during the 4.30p.m. Mass.
Light
Out of Darkness – Information Night
Monday, 27th September. Details to follow.
A
lecture on bullying in the home, in the school and
in the workplace will take place on September 20th
at 7.30p.m. in The Library, Blanchardstown Centre.
Speaker: Dr. Brendan Byrne. All welcome.
Accounting
Technician course in Institute
of Technology Blanchardstown – Tuesday to
Thursday mornings.
See poster in church courtyard for further details.
MASS
INTENTIONS
| Sat.
6.30p.m. |
Damien
O’Dea Anniversary |
| Sun.
10.00a.m. |
Deceased
members of the Tracy Family
|
| Sun.
11.00a.m. |
David
Langan Anniversary |
| Sun.
12.15p.m. |
Maureen
O’Dea Quinn Anniversary |
REMEMBER
IN YOUR PRAYERS:
The families of infants who died recently and all those whose anniversaries
occur at this time and whose names are on the
Altar List of the Dead.
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